Palm Coast Observer
A Daytona Beach favorite has a new home!
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- A Daytona Beach favorite has a new home!
- Runtime
- 2:41
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
- Description
- 🏙️ A Daytona Beach favorite has a new home!
Mr. Dunderbak's has officially relocated from Volusia Mall to 116 N. Beach St. in downtown Daytona Beach, and regulars say the move is already paying off. The owner says rent is lower, sales are expected to double, and the goal is to help bring new energy to Beach Street.
Customers say it's more than just great German food—it's the atmosphere that keeps them coming back. From famous potato pancakes to making new friends over a meal, many call it their "second home."
🎥 Watch our latest reel to hear why customers are embracing the new location and what the move means for downtown Daytona Beach. #daytona #daytonabeach
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- Flagler Deputies Rescue Homeowner From Palm Coast House Fire
- Runtime
- 0:43
- Date posted
- 6 days ago
- Description
- Flagler Deputies Rescue Homeowner From Palm Coast House Fire #PalmCoast #palmcoast #palmcoastfl #flagler #flaglercounty #flaglerbeach #bunnell
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- Observer Now: Greg Hansen Reflects on a Decade of Service, Future of Flagler County
- Runtime
- 26:22
- Date posted
- 6 days ago
- Description
- 🎥 NEW ON OBSERVER NOW
After nearly a decade representing Flagler County's District 2, Commissioner Greg Hansen sat down with Observer Publisher Brian McMillan for an in-depth conversation about the issues that have defined his time in office—and the challenges that lie ahead.
During the interview, Hansen discusses:
✅ The future of the Hammock and why its unique overlay protections matter.
✅ The county's one-year data center moratorium and why he believes more research is needed.
✅ The potential impacts of Florida's proposed property tax amendment on homeowners, renters and local governments.
✅ Flagler County's budget challenges and what service cuts could mean for residents.
✅ Public safety funding, infrastructure and the county's long-term growth.
✅ Westward expansion, preserving quality of life and the accomplishments he's most proud of during his time on the County Commission.
Whether you agr...
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- DoorDash Driver's 911 Call Leads to Rescue of Nine Dogs, Woman's Arrest
- Runtime
- 1:27
- Date posted
- 9 days ago
- Description
- DoorDash Driver's 911 Call Leads to Rescue of Nine Dogs, Woman's Arrest #palmcoast #flagler #flaglercounty #flaglerbeach #bunnell
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- Hansen says one-year data center moratorium is the right move for Flagler County
- Runtime
- 1:13
- Date posted
- 9 days ago
- Description
- Hansen says one-year data center moratorium is the right move for Flagler County #flagler #flaglerbeach #flaglercounty #palmcoast #bunnell #bunnell
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- Daytona Beach lights up the night at Sesquicentennial celebration!
- Runtime
- 1:00
- Date posted
- 10 days ago
- Description
- Daytona Beach lights up the night at Sesquicentennial celebration!
A drone show, music, dancing, choreographed dancers, stilts, roller skates, and beach balls help residents celebrate the 150th birthday of Daytona Beach.
#150WorldFamousDB #DB150 #CityofDaytonaBeach #DaytonaBeach
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- Paul Renner Lays Out His Plan to Tackle Affordability in Florida
- Runtime
- 2:33
- Date posted
- 10 days ago
- Description
- Republican gubernatorial candidate Paul Renner says affordability would be his top priority if elected governor.
In this interview, Renner discusses his proposals to eliminate homestead property taxes, reduce insurance and electric costs, and pause the development of large-scale AI data centers across Florida.
Watch the interview and let us know what you think in the comments.
For the full interview, pick up this week's Palm Coast Observer, available free at local newsstands throughout Flagler County. #palmcoast #flagler #flaglerbeach #flaglercounty #bunnell #bunnell
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- What would Paul Renner do if elected Florida's next governor?
- Runtime
- 20:07
- Date posted
- 13 days ago
- Description
- What would Paul Renner do if elected Florida's next governor?
In this exclusive interview with the Palm Coast Observer, Republican gubernatorial candidate and former Florida House Speaker Paul Renner discusses his plans to tackle affordability, property taxes, homeowners insurance, energy costs, immigration, artificial intelligence, education, local control, and the future of Florida.
Renner also explains why he believes he's the best choice in the 2026 Republican primary and shares his vision for leading the state.
▶️ Watch the full interview and let us know your thoughts in the comments. #palmcoast #flagler #flaglerbeach #flaglercounty #bunnell
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- Deputies: Palm Coast man arrested after wrong-way DUI, hit-and-run crash
- Runtime
- 0:36
- Date posted
- 15 days ago
- Description
- Deputies: Palm Coast man arrested after wrong-way DUI, hit-and-run crash #palmcoast #flagler #flaglerbeach #flaglercounty #bunnell
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- Daytona Beach Sends a Message 100 Years Into the Future!
- Runtime
- 2:11
- Date posted
- 16 days ago
- Description
- Daytona Beach city leaders send a message 100 years into the future with time capsule as part of the 150 year celebration! #daytona #daytonabeach #volusiacounty #volusia #ormond #ormondbeach
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- Realtors rally on the pickleball court at FCAR's inaugural tournament
- Runtime
- 1:18
- Date posted
- 20 days ago
- Description
- Realtors rally on the pickleball court at FCAR's inaugural tournament #palmcoast #palmcoastrealtor #flagler #FlaglerBeach #flaglercounty #bunnell
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- Bunnell celebrates groundbreaking for new reverse osmosis project.
- Runtime
- 0:43
- Date posted
- 21 days ago
- Description
- Bunnell celebrates groundbreaking for new reverse osmosis project. #bunnell #BunnellFL #bunnellfl #palmcoast #flagler #flaglerbeach #flaglercounty
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- Operation Southern Slowdown
- Runtime
- 2:33
- Date posted
- 23 days ago
- Description
- Police presence has INCREASED! From July 13-18 transportation and safety agencies unite across 5 states for the 9th annual initiative to stop speed-related crashes. Here's all the info! #palmcoast #flaglercounty #flagler #flaglerbeach #bunnell #daytona #daytonabeach #ormondbeach #VolusiaCounty
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- Westminster-style event gives local shelter dogs their moment to shine
- Runtime
- 1:09
- Date posted
- 23 days ago
- Description
- Westminster-style event gives local shelter dogs their moment to shine #palmcoast #flagler #flaglercounty #flaglerbeach #bunnell #bunnell
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- It’s the 10-Yr Anniversary of A1A Fisheries in Hammock! Check out what all the excitement is about!
- Runtime
- 2:31
- Date posted
- 23 days ago
- Description
- It’s the 10-Yr Anniversary of A1A Fisheries in Hammock! Check out what all the excitement is about! #palmcoast #flagler #flaglercounty #flaglerbeach #bunnell
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- Forgotten Florida: The Story of Flagler County's Historic Brick Road
- Runtime
- 8:36
- Date posted
- 24 days ago
- Description
- Join Rich Carroll and Palm Coast City Historian Preston Zepp as they journey down Flagler County's historic Brick Road, the longest remaining intact brick section of the original Dixie Highway in the nation. Along the way, discover the forgotten communities of Neoga and Pringle Swamp, learn how this century-old roadway helped launch Florida's tourism industry, and explore why preserving this remarkable piece of history matters for future generations. #palmcoast #flagler #flaglerbeach #flaglercounty #bunnellflorida #bunnell
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- Ribbon cutting marks grand opening at Split Oak Ranch
- Runtime
- 0:42
- Date posted
- 25 days ago
- Description
- Ribbon cutting marks grand opening at Split Oak Ranch #palmcoast #flagler #flaglercounty #flaglerbeach #bunnell
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- World-class Polynesian Fire Luau in Daytona Beach!
- Runtime
- 2:39
- Date posted
- 25 days ago
- Description
- Fire, knives, dancing, and drumming!! After traveling across the ocean, 2 local brothers return to Volusia County to perform in the world-class Polynesian Fire Luau in Daytona Beach! #daytona #daytonabeach #volusiacounty #ormond #ormondbeach
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- Q&A: Janie Ruddy on Flagler Schools' 'A' district and what's next
- Runtime
- 37:07
- Date posted
- 27 days ago
- Description
- 🎥 NEW INTERVIEW | Flagler Schools earns an "A" district rating
For the first time since 2019, Flagler Schools has earned an "A" district rating, and School Board member Janie Ruddy joined Observer Now to discuss what the achievement means for students, teachers and the community.
In this wide-ranging interview, we also discuss:
📚 The district's financial outlook and budget challenges
🎓 School choice and voucher programs
🤖 Artificial intelligence in the classroom
🛡️ School safety and the Guardian program
👥 Bullying prevention
🎉 Advice for the Class of 2026
Watch the full interview now and hear Ruddy's perspective on the future of Flagler Schools.
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- Win BIG MONEY for your fishing skills at the Fall Classic Tournament in Flagler!
- Runtime
- 1:53
- Date posted
- 29 days ago
- Description
- Win BIG MONEY for your fishing skills at the Fall Classic Tournament in Flagler! Here are the details! #palmcoast #flagler #flaglerbeach #flaglercounty #bunnell #bunnell
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- Deputies reunite lost autistic teen with her mother after nighttime search
- Runtime
- 0:32
- Date posted
- 29 days ago
- Description
- Deputies reunite lost autistic teen with her mother after nighttime search #palmcoast #flagler #flaglerbeach #flaglercounty #bunnell
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- A Palm Coast mechanic is restoring a 67-year-old military vehicle! Check out the makeover!
- Runtime
- 3:00
- Date posted
- 30 days ago
- Description
- A Palm Coast mechanic is restoring a 67-year-old military vehicle! Check out the makeover! #palmcoast #flaglerbeach #flaglercounty #flagler #bunnell
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- Man accused of attacking deputies during rescue from snake- and alligator-infested canal
- Runtime
- 0:36
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
- Description
- Man accused of attacking deputies during rescue from snake- and alligator-infested canal #palmcoast #flaglerbeach #flaglercounty #flagler #bunnell
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- Flagler County Schools has earned its first A district rating since 2019!
- Runtime
- 1:22
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
- Description
- Flagler County Schools has earned its first A district rating since 2019! 🎉
In this clip, School Board member Janie Ruddy explains what the milestone means for students, teachers and the community.
This is just one part of our Observer Now interview. Read the full Q&A, covering the A rating, the district's budget, school choice, artificial intelligence, school safety and more, in this week's Palm Coast Observer, available FREE at local newsstands beginning Thursday. #palmcoast #flagler #flaglercounty #flaglerbeach #bunnell #flaglerschools
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- Diane Vidal on the Advice That Shaped Her Success
- Runtime
- 10:41
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
- Description
- What’s the best advice you’ve ever received? Attorney Diane A. Vidal says one lesson from her mentor has shaped both her career and her life: "Grab the bull by the horns."
In this edition of Best Advice, Vidal shares how that simple phrase helped her overcome fear, seize opportunities, and lead with confidence. She also discusses how the advice has guided her work serving clients and giving back to the Flagler County community.
Watch the full conversation and let us know in the comments: What's the best advice you've ever been given?
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- If you love dogs, YOUR HELP is needed!
- Runtime
- 1:28
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
- Description
- If you love dogs, YOUR HELP is needed! Help a dog from the Humane Society feel healthier and ready for adoption by taking them on an adventure for a day! #daytona #daytonabeach #ormondbeach #volusiacounty #volusia See less
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- 200 heroes are honored with 200 Flags at Veteran's Plaza.
- Runtime
- 1:48
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
- Description
- 200 heroes are honored with 200 Flags at Veteran's Plaza. The Rotary Club of Daytona Beach West held its opening ceremony, and many of those inspiring heroes were in attendance. #Daytona #daytona #daytonabeach #volusiacounty #volusia
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- What does the Spirit of America mean to you?
- Runtime
- 1:26
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
- Description
- In celebration of America's 250th Anniversary, we asked YOUR COMMUNITY, "What does the Spirit of America mean to you?". We would love to hear your voice too. Please leave a comment, sharing how you feel about America. #ormondbeach #ormondbeachfl #Daytona #daytona #daytonabeach #palmcoast #flaglercounty #flaglercountyfl
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- Palm Coast Parkway resurfacing project began with overnight work June 29
- Runtime
- 0:25
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
- Description
- Palm Coast Parkway resurfacing project began with overnight work June 29 #palmcoast #flagler #flaglerbeach #flaglercounty #bunnell
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- Two Deputies shot in the line of duty are honored and hailed as heroes in Daytona Beach
- Runtime
- 1:57
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
- Description
- Two Deputies shot in the line of duty are honored and hailed as heroes in Daytona Beach at Veteran's Plaza by the Rotary Club of Daytona Beach West.
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- Deputy's quick action helps save Palm Coast home from grease fire
- Runtime
- 0:30
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
- Description
- Deputy's quick action helps save Palm Coast home from grease fire #palmcoast #flagler #flaglerbeach #flaglercounty #bunnell
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- Second Chipotle location opens in Palm Coast on June 30
- Runtime
- 0:23
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
- Description
- Second Chipotle location opens in Palm Coast on June 30 #palmcoast #flaglercounty #flagler #flaglerbeach
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- Inside Halifax Repertory Theatre's Production of "1776"
- Runtime
- 1:47
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
- Description
- In celebration of our country's 250th birthday, the Halifax Repertory Theater has produced America's Prize-Winning musical, "1776." It opens this Friday, June 26th. Here's a SNEAK PEAK! #daytona #daytonabeach #ormond #ormondbeach #volusiacounty #volusia
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- Hidden behind Palm Coast: The original Kings Road
- Runtime
- 4:14
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
- Description
- Hidden behind Palm Coast: The original Kings Road #palmcoast #flagler #flaglerbeach #flaglercounty
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- Operation Innocence Shield rescues 3 human trafficking victims in Flagler County
- Runtime
- 2:41
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
- Description
- Operation Innocence Shield rescues 3 human trafficking victims in Flagler County #palmcoast #flaglercounty #flaglerbeach #bunnell #bunnell
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- Daytona Beach Hometown Heroes Banquet honors 20 for their lives of service
- Runtime
- 2:40
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
- Description
- Daytona Beach Hometown Heroes Banquet honors 20 for their lives of service #daytona #daytonabeach #ormond #ormondbeach #volusiacounty #volusia #volusiacountyfl
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- Norris, Pontieri Clash Over Austerity Budget
- Runtime
- 9:40
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
- Description
- Norris, Pontieri Clash Over Austerity Budget #palmcoast #bunnell #flagler #flaglerbeach #flaglercounty
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- FCSO warns viral prank could lead to deadly consequences
- Runtime
- 0:21
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
- Description
- FCSO warns viral prank could lead to deadly consequences #palmcoast #flaglercounty #flagler #flaglerbeach #flaglerbeachfl
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- Whitney Lab Scientists Explore Ocean Mysteries One Discovery at a Time
- Runtime
- 1:43
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
- Description
- Whitney Lab Scientists Explore Ocean Mysteries One Discovery at a Time #palmcoast #bunnell #flaglercounty #flagler #flaglerbeach
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- Oyster garden project aims to improve water quality in Flagler County
- Runtime
- 2:34
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
- Description
- Oyster garden project aims to improve water quality in Flagler County #flaglercounty #flaglerbeach #flaglerbeachfl #bunnell #palmcoast
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- Residents gather to celebrate Juneteenth in Palm Coast
- Runtime
- 2:21
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
- Description
- Residents gather to celebrate Juneteenth in Palm Coast #palmcoast #bunnell #flagler #flaglercounty #flaglerbeach
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- Daytona Beach celebrates freedom, unity and community at Juneteenth festival
- Runtime
- 2:38
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
- Description
- Daytona Beach celebrates freedom, unity and community at Juneteenth festival #daytonabeach #volusiacounty #volusia
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- Staly discusses budget priorities, staffing and public safety in a growing Flagler County
- Runtime
- 7:54
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
- Description
- As Palm Coast prepares for budget season, Sheriff Rick Staly says one challenge remains clear: Flagler County continues to grow.
On Tuesday, Staly will present his budget request to the Palm Coast City Council. In Part 1 of my interview with the sheriff, we discuss staffing needs, the county's growth of more than 45,000 residents since 2017, why calls for service continue to rise despite a 54% reduction in crime, and what it takes to maintain one of Florida's safest communities.
Watch Part 1 now. #palmcoast #flaglercounty #bunnell #flaglerbeach
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- Flagler Humane Society, FCSO team up to give puppies and inmates a fresh start
- Runtime
- 0:31
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
- Description
- Flagler Humane Society, FCSO team up to give puppies and inmates a fresh start #palmcoast #flaglerbeach #flaglercounty #bunnell
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- Palm Coast City Councilman Charles Gambaro discusses the future of the city on Observer Now.
- Runtime
- 33:14
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
- Description
- Palm Coast City Councilman and congressional candidate Charles Gambaro joins Observer Now for an in-depth conversation on some of the biggest issues facing Palm Coast and Flagler County.
Gambaro discusses the debate over data centers and a proposed moratorium, the future of westward expansion, the Loop Road project, infrastructure challenges, road funding, proposed property tax changes in Florida and his campaign for Florida's 6th Congressional District.
Watch the full interview to hear Gambaro's perspective on growth, economic development, water capacity, transportation, and why he believes he's the right choice to represent the district in Washington.
👇 Watch the full interview and let us know your thoughts in the comments. #palmcoast #flaglerbeach #flaglercounty #bunnell
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- Frozen Frog serves up ice cream, faith and family memories
- Runtime
- 2:35
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
- Description
- Frozen Frog serves up ice cream, faith and family memories #ormondbeach #ormondbeachfl #ormondbythesea #volusiacounty #volusia
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- Teens in Flagler County Spread Their Wings at Teens in Flight Summer Camp
- Runtime
- 2:37
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
- Description
- Teens in Flagler County Spread Their Wings at Teens in Flight Summer Camp #palmcoast #flaglerbeach #flaglercounty #flagler #bunnell #bunnell
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- Palm Coast City Councilman Charles Gambaro favors data center regulations over moratoriums
- Runtime
- 1:28
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
- Description
- Palm Coast City Councilman Charles Gambaro favors data center regulations over moratoriums #palmcoast #palmcoastflorida #flaglercounty #flaglercountyfl #bunnell #BunnellFL #flaglerbeach #flaglerbeaches #flaglerbeachfl
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- Neighbor's 911 Call Helps Deputies Capture Palm Coast Domestic Violence Suspect
- Runtime
- 0:33
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
- Description
- Neighbor's 911 Call Helps Deputies Capture Palm Coast Domestic Violence Suspect Reel #palmcoast #bunnell #BunnellFL #flaglercounty #flaglercountyfl
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- Deputies find fugitive hiding inside air conditioner during Palm Coast arrest.
- Runtime
- 0:31
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
- Description
- Deputies find fugitive hiding inside air conditioner during Palm Coast arrest. #palmcoast #palmcoastflorida #bunnell #bunnellflorida #bunnell #flaglercounty #flaglercountyfl #flaglerbeach #flaglerbeachfl
