Raising funds for non-profit organizations and other worthy causes can be difficult in the best of times. In a time of economic uncertainty and fiscal challenges it can be even more daunting. The solution for non-profits is to take a different approach to the task and reimagine fundraising. That was the message at the inaugural […]Read More
Marketability, profitability and sustainability were the watchwords at the recent Flagler County Annual Tourism Meeting held at the Palm Coast Community Center. The event featured a review of the past year in tourism, recognition of the county’s tourism heroes and a message on sustainable tourism from Emmy award-winning producer Chad Crawford. Crawford, a Seminole County […]Read More
With a new terminal project moving forward and other changes, 2025 is poised to be a big year for the Flagler Executive Airport. Earlier this month county commissioners discussed a new master plan for the facility as well as the results of a survey of airport tenants and businesses. County Administrator Heidi Petito said the […]Read More
“Reimagining Fundraising” is the topic of the inaugural “Learning from Leaders” Series presented by Halifax Health. Bill Crouch, known as “The Fundraising Analyst,” will speak about rethinking fundraising efforts to ensure long-term sustainability and growth for a variety of public and private nonprofit organizations. “Fundraising is more than just securing resources—it’s about creating meaningful connections, […]Read More
The newly formed Flagler County Industrial Development Authority is looking for interested residents to serve and is hosting an informational meeting Feb. 6 about its mission to incentivize building manufacturing facilities and other projects that support economic development, according to a media release. “IDAs have been used successfully throughout the State of Florida including Volusia, […]Read More
The project to build a new general aviation terminal building at the Flagler Executive Airport is ready to take off after county commissioners approved a contract with Sauer Construction to build the facility. According to a county staff report, the existing 6,400-square foot terminal is approximately 40 years old and will be replaced by a […]Read More
In between holiday parties and gift shopping, it is the time of year when people review their investment portfolios to consider changes for the months ahead. But it’s not just individual investors that take a look at their financial foundations, local governments are also taking the time to check on investments. Earlier this month, the […]Read More
Following the lead of neighboring counties, Flagler County commissioners earlier this month unanimously approved the creation of an industrial development authority to provide financing and refinancing for projects to spur economic development in the county. According to the staff report prepared for the commission meeting, an industrial development authority has the power to issue revenue […]Read More
In the wake of Hurricane Milton, Flagler County Commissioners were recently briefed on building and inspection issues by Growth Management Director Adam Mengel. “What we saw, we did better than our peers,” Mengel said. “This was a great event for us (as) it showed a lot of unity, a lot of good response so we […]Read More
For 60 years mentors and volunteers with SCORE, formerly known as the Service Corps of Retired Executives, have been helping entrepreneurs and budding business moguls get started. Earlier this month, Flagler County commissioners recognized members of the local chapter for the organization’s 60th anniversary. “We’re doing a little bit of PR,” said SCORE volunteer David […]Read More