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VOLUME 15, NO. 8
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City manager terminated ‘Change is inevitable’: Mayor David Alfin leads 3-2 vote as Palm Coast City Council fires Denise Bevan. PAGE 4A
Cyber scams are everywhere. Here’s what you should know. Flagler Sheriff’s Office offers advice.
Food trucks, food pantry Food Truck Palooza kicks off food drive. PAGE 10A
PAGE 5A INSIDE TWO SHOOTINGS
Unrelated incidents: One hunter was mistaken for a turkey decoy. Another shooting in downtown Bunnell. PAGE 3A
OUT TO LUNCH?
Flagler County to apply for grant that could help Bull Creek Fish Camp regain its restaurant space. PAGE 5A
COOLEY REELECTED
Flagler Beach Commissioner Eric Cooley wins third term. Unopposed mayor: Patti King PAGE 9A
TOO TALL?
Flagler Beach looks to refine 35-foot height ordinance. PAGE 9A
MENTAL HEALTH
Support program aims to help first responders deal with mental health challenges. PAGE 6A
Sisters Julia, 8, and Ashley, 7, Churuti enjoying their ice cream from J’s Mini Donuts. Photos by Sierra Williams
CONTROL OF CARVER
Consulting firm sues for discrimination in Carver Center interlocal agreeent. PAGE 5A
RESILIENCY
COACH D’S FINAL LAP
Coach Michael D’Ascheberg leads his final field days at Old Kings Elementary PAGE 1B
Senior honors Kevin Beatty was one of 10 FPC LAX seniors at girls, boys celebrations.
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Flagler Palm Coast student, recovered after suffering lifethreatening injuries from a car accident, has been invited to attend a youth leadership business forum. PAGE 1B
INDEX
Business....................PAGE 10A Calendar..................... PAGE 2B Comics ....................... PAGE 5B Cops Corner............... PAGE 6A Public Notices.............PAGE 7B Sports......................... PAGE 3B Real Estate................ PAGE 11A Veterans....................PAGE 12A
Crosstown blues Seth Avellar pitches for Matanzas. The Pirates fell to Flagler Palm Coast for season sweep. Flagler Schools Superintendent LaShakia Moore and Old Kings Elementary School Principal Nicole Critcher joined the celebration for Coach Michael D’Ascheberg’s final field day. Courtesy photo
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