THE HAMMOCK
Observer YOU. YOUR NEIGHBORS. YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD.
VOLUME 2, NO. 1
Parkway work begins PAGE 3A
FREE ON NEWSSTANDS | THURSDAY JULY 2, 2026
‘A’ grade How would you lead? for Flagler Candidates lay out visions for Flagler County at Tiger Bay forum. Schools PAGE 4A
SPIRIT OF AMERICA
Flagler Schools test scores improve in every core subject; district receives an A grade. PAGE 5A
WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO YOU? PAGE 1B
INSIDE JULY 4 EVENTS
When to be there, and where to park in Flagler County. PAGE 3B
WALMART’S COMING
Palm Coast planning for traffic impacts of proposed Walmart. PAGE 3A
CONFIRMED
DNA testing confirms identity of woman missing since 2003. PAGE 2A
SERVICE ABOVE SELF Rotary Club of Flagler County installs new president, Ken Costa, and celebrates a year of growth and service. PAGE 4B
NO SUMMERS OFF
Matanzas football team honors fallen heroes with Red, White and Blue Workout. PAGE 9B
INDEX
Business......................PAGE 7B Calendar..................... PAGE 3B Cops Corner................PAGE 2A Crossword.................. PAGE 2C Letters........................ PAGE 8A McMillan..................... PAGE 9A Public Notices............ PAGE 6C Schools....................... PAGE 5B Sports......................... PAGE 8B Tributes ...................... PAGE 4C Real Estate..................PAGE 7B
The scene from a previous Independence Day fireworks celebration at Hammock Beach. “It’s one of the signature events our members and guests look forward to each summer,” said Nicole O’Neill, marketing manager. “Our professional fireworks display lasts approximately 20 minutes, creating a spectacular finale to our America’s 250th Anniversary celebration.” The display is scheduled for members on July 5. Courtesy photo by A.J. Neste
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