FLAGLER COUNTY, Fla. — The Flagler County Sheriff’s Office is mourning the loss of retired K-9 Jax, a yellow Labrador retriever who faithfully served the community for nearly eight years and became a beloved presence at Flagler Palm Coast High School. Jax passed away at the age of 11, leaving behind a legacy of protection, companionship, and service.

The Edgewater Animal Shelter and the broader rescue community are grieving the loss of one of their most dedicated champions, Tessa Fannin, whose passing marks the end of a remarkable legacy in animal welfare.

In a case that could have sweeping implications for elected officials’ speech rights, the United States District Court has scheduled oral argument on a motion for preliminary injunction filed against the City of Palm Bay on behalf of Councilman Chandler Langelevin. The motion alleges that the City unlawfully violated Councilman Langelevin’s First Amendment rights by restricting his ability to speak during designated portions of public City Council meetings, following his controversial remarks regarding immigration policy.

For months, residents and environmental advocates have been targeted by a barrage of online attacks. The epicenter of this activity is the Facebook page “Watersedge Truth Talk,” which vanished briefly before returning with renewed aggression. The page has published false, defamatory content aimed at discrediting those who speak out against flooding and unchecked development.

Daytona Beach, FL — A recent disclosure of City of Daytona Beach purchasing card (P‑Card) transactions sparked public outrage, with charges to vendors like SeaWorld, Krispy Kreme, and Oakley Sunglasses appearing to suggest frivolous spending of taxpayer dollars. But a closer investigation reveals the real problem may not be the purchases themselves — it’s the way the city communicates them.

Kroger has announced it will cease its delivery operations in the Daytona Beach area beginning January 7, 2026, marking a notable retreat from a service that many local residents have come to depend on. The decision, communicated via direct customer notification, is part of a broader strategic reassessment of Kroger’s delivery footprint nationwide.

Osteen, FL — November 18, 2025 Residents of Osteen are sounding the alarm ahead of today’s Volusia County Council meeting, where members will vote on a controversial proposal to designate the entire stretch of Osteen-Maytown Road—from SR 415 through Gobbler’s Lodge—as the “Charlie Kirk Memorial Highway.”

EDGEWATER, Fla. — The holiday season in Edgewater is about to sparkle. The city’s beloved Light up the Night celebration will take place at Hawks Park on Friday, November 29, from 6:00–10:00 PM, promising a magical evening for families, neighbors, and visitors alike.

Jeffrey Epstein was an American financier and convicted sex offender who became infamous for running a vast sex trafficking operation involving underage girls and young women. He died in 2019 while awaiting trial on federal charges.

DAYTONA BEACH, FL — A sweeping internal audit of the City of Daytona Beach’s travel expenditures has uncovered a series of systemic weaknesses, outdated policies, and questionable spending practices that auditors say put taxpayer dollars at unnecessary risk and weaken public confidence in the city’s financial stewardship.

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Florida Supreme Court Justice Charles T. Canady, one of the longest-serving members of the state’s highest court, announced he will leave the bench at the close of 2025 to begin a new chapter in public service and education. His departure marks the end of a 17-year tenure defined by judicial restraint, constitutional fidelity, and a steady influence on Florida’s legal landscape.

In recent weeks, a draft congressional map has begun circulating among Republican activists in Florida, sparking a fierce debate over whether the state should pursue mid-decade redistricting. The map, which has not been formally introduced in the legislature, appears to originate from circles close to Governor Ron DeSantis’s administration and is already being used as leverage to pressure GOP leaders in the Florida House and Senate. If enacted, the proposal would dramatically reshape Florida’s political landscape, flipping multiple Democratic-held districts into Republican strongholds and leaving only a handful of Democratic representatives in Washington.