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Bunnell, Florida Patch AM: a 4 min readGood morning Bunnell! Your connection to what's happening around town is here. Take a sip of coffee and read on. āļø
In today's newsletter:
- Why Flagler County hit pause on data centers around Bunnell
- How you can join Bunnellās free Boots & Backpacks roundup
Today's riddle: What is seen in the middle of March and April that canāt be seen at the beginning or end of either month? š¤ (Answer below!)
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š° News we're reading
ā¢ Flagler moves ahead with data center moratorium amid calls for clarity (news-journalonline.com) ā Flagler County commissioners meeting in Bunnell have advanced a one-year moratorium on new data centers in unincorporated areas, giving staff time to write clear rules on power, water, noise, and emergency-service impacts. During the pause, officials plan public hearings and expert briefings so residents from Bunnell and beyond can weigh in before any large-scale projects move forward. 
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ā¢ Bunnell Nonprofit to Host Free Back-to-School Event With Chili Cook-Off and Pet Adoptions (flaglercountybuzz.com) ā Families in and around Bunnell can mark their calendars for a free Boots & Backpacks Community Roundup on Saturday, August 8, at 2K Ranch, featuring a chili cook-off, kidsā activities, and pet adoptions. Remembering Heroes will also give away school supplies to Flagler County students and teachers while collecting donations and recruiting vendors and sponsors who support local families. Ā Ā Ā
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Third Thursday Together ā
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Camp Night: Tailgators vs. Big Buoys ā
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Laughing Lotus Yoga & Wellness, 208 Moody Blvd, Flagler Beach
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City Repertory Theatre, 160 Cypress Point Pkwy B-207, Palm Coast
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Ignite the Night - Fundraiser Put on by Flagler Strong to benefit FBFD and Ocean Rescue ā
Flagler Beach, FL Calendar, Tortugas 600 S Ocean Shore Blvd, Flagler Beach
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š¬ Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- The FGUA Community Services Team recently had the fantastic opportunity to be a special guest at the Ocala Public Library - Summer Reading Event.
FGUA professionals spoke with over 300 adults and children regarding water resources in Florida. Many fun questions were answered, and even moreā¦ (Nextdoor )
- Family Dollar posted a job opening for Customer Service Associate I in Bunnell. Apply here.
- Checkers & Rally's - Checkers Drive-In Restaurants, Inc. posted a job opening for Team Member in Palm Coast. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Bunnell here.
š Nearby News
Palm Coast
- Registration Now Open for the 2026 Palm Coast & the Flagler Beaches Senior Games (flaglernewsweekly.com)
- Palm Coast City Council candidates talk growth, infrastructure, more (coralspringsflnews.com)
- My View: Florida's Live Local Act creating new opportunities for affordable homeownership (observerlocalnews.com)
Flagler Beach
- Flagler Beach Launches Monthly Award for Best-Looking Properties (flaglercountybuzz.com)
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