The Garden Club at Palm Coast is proud to recognize Aubrey Martin as our September 2025
Garden Selection of the Month. Aubrey;s yard is more than just a collection of beautiful plants –
it's a living story of resilience, creativity, and new beginnings.

Hiring a Licensed Plumber and How To Verify in Palm Coast, Florida

(with state licensing + local permitting, step-by-step)

1) Verify the right Florida license (not just a business card)

Florida plumbing contractors are regulated by the Department of Business & Professional Regulation (DBPR) under the Construction Industry Licensing Board (CILB). Look for a Certified Plumbing Contractor license (prefix CFC). “Certified” means they can work anywhere in Florida and have passed state exams and eligibility checks. 

Living in a coastal home, or near the ocean in Palm Coast and Flagler Beach, Florida, offers a breathtaking lifestyle filled with ocean breezes and panoramic views. However, the proximity to saltwater and exposure to sea spray can pose unique challenges for homeowners and property maintenance that are in our coastal area.

Tech Talk: What If Cars Could Run on Water?

Imagine filling up your car with water instead of gas—or waiting at a charger. That’s the bold idea behind Toyota’s recent research into a potential water-powered engine. The announcement has the auto world buzzing and sparks a bigger question for us: what could this mean for Palm Coast?

In Palm Coast, community means more than neighbors living side by side, it means showing up for one another, even from hundreds of miles away. When life throws unexpected challenges, it’s often the strength of these connections that makes all the difference. The testimony of how one Palm Coast local stepped in to help a fellow resident care for her father, a disabled veteran, is a reminder that community is not just about proximity, but about compassion, dedication, and the willingness to lend a hand when it matters most.