WNZF Highlights Chamber Economic Analysis
What does the latest unemployment report reveal about Flagler County’s economic health, and what are business leaders saying? Chamber President & CEO Greg Blose spoke with WNZF’s Morning News about….
What does the latest unemployment report reveal about Flagler County’s economic health, and what are business leaders saying? Chamber President & CEO Greg Blose spoke with WNZF’s Morning News about….
At this evening’s Board of County Commissioners meeting, Flagler Schools Superintendent Cathy Mittelstadt unveiled the school district’s $80 million plan for the proposed renewal of the voter-approved Half Cent Sales….
Business community leaders and residents are urged to help the Chamber welcome Carpenter Homes’ as they host their Grand Opening on Friday, June 24, beginning at 4p, at their New….
Qualifying to appear on the 2022 ballot has come to an end, which means we now know who will appear on the ballot in all races. Here’s a comprehensive overview….
May 2022’s slight increase, mixed signals have locals questioning economy Despite more than 500 locals finding jobs last month, Flagler County’s unemployment rate increased, as May 2022’s 2.8% rate was….
The Palm Coast-Flagler Regional Chamber was one of many supporters present at the Flagler Pride Festival this past weekend. Kristy Dunn, the Chamber’s Director of Marketing & Membership spoke during….
For the second time in as many years, Flagler County’s 3rd grade reading scores declined, this time to its lowest level since 2016. According to the most recently released data….
Local company reminds everyone to take advantage of savings when buying disaster supplies. Hurricane season is less than a week away. In advance of the 2022 Disaster Preparedness Sales Tax….
An analysis by CoreLogic, published by Forbes Magazine, shows that Florida residents should NOT expect a price correction (downwards) in housing prices. In fact, it’s the opposite, as an increase….
Chamber President & CEO Greg Blose was featured on WNZF NewsRadio because of the latest unemployment report, which showed Flagler County at a record-low 2.6% unemployment rate. Listen to the….
April 2022’s 2.6% Rate Flies in the Face of Recession Signals Flagler County’s unemployment rate continued its rapid decent, declining to 2.6% in April 2022, down from 3.0% the previous….
Junior Chamber President (and FPC Senior) Bryan Soudrain was featured on WNZF NewsRadio’s morning news broadcast on May 10, 2022. In the below audio clip, Bryan discusses how the Junior….
Governor Ron DeSantis recently signed SB 434, a PCF Chamber-backed bill that would extend VISIT FLORIDA in statute through October 1, 2028. This bill brings much needed certainty to the….
Local company urges preparation, strengthening of your home this hurricane season Hurricane season is fast approaching. During National Hurricane Preparedness Week (May 1-7, 2022), Bunnell-based hurricane shutter company, Smart Guard….
March 2022’s 2.9% rate lowest since 2005 Flagler County’s unemployment rate plummeted another half-percent in March 2022, declining from 3.4% (February 2022) to 2.9%. This is the second consecutive month….
Chamber President and CEO Greg Blosé was featured on WNZF NewsRadio regarding Flagler County’s 3.4% unemployment rate. Listen to the Chamber’s analysis on WNZF NewsRadio below…
Flagler County’s unemployment rate declined to 3.4%, an improvement of 0.5% from last month, according to the latest data release from the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO). The number….
The Flagler County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) found extraordinary circumstances exist and unanimously approved a school impact fee increase to $5,450 for single-family homes, $1,360 for multi-family homes and….
Seasonal Workforce decline, moderate job loss drive change Flagler County’s unemployment rate in January 2022 was 3.9%, an 0.8% increase from the revised 3.1% December 2021 report, based on the….
The Palm Coast Flagler Regional Chamber hosted local government executives and business leaders to discuss the future of Flagler County at the Future of Flagler Forum on February 23rd, 2022,….
What are the big picture issues that Flagler County residents believe need to be addressed? That’s one of the big questions being asked by Herb Marlowe, the moderator of Flagler….
Click below to listen to the first hour of the Chamber’s two-hour long Future of Flagler Forum, presented by Smart Technologies and sponsored by TECO. This portion of the event….
The Flagler Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) have voted unanimously to table the increase of Flagler County School Impact Fees for a second time at this evening’s meeting. Previously, the….
The Flagler County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) met in a workshop this afternoon to provide leadership and engage in the strategic planning process for the county. Although strategic planning….
Local news outlet AskFlagler.com recently welcomed Chamber President and CEO Greg Blose to discuss what the Chamber is doing for businesses and the community at-large and what is the future….
The Flagler School Board held a special meeting this evening to review and adjust their proposed school impact fee increase. The revised school impact fee proposal, unanimously approved by the….
Bryan Soudrain, the student leader and President of the Junior Chamber of Commerce, attended and spoke at the February 1, 2022, Palm Coast City Council Meeting. Bryan shared the JCC’s….
Community leaders, students and others will gather on Wednesday, February 16 from 6-8p at the Palm Coast Community Center for a forum on Youth Substance Abuse Prevention. This event is….
Healthcare continues to rapidly evolve as a discipline on a global scale, and providers of health care are transforming themselves to become more patient-centric, community conscious and service focused. Click….
Workforce decline, moderate job growth highlight reasons for rate drop Flagler County’s unemployment rate declined from 4.1% in November 2021 to 3.8% in December 2021, according to the latest data….
Flagler County’s unemployment rate continued it’s recent decline to 3.8% in December of 2021. The Chamber remains cautiously optimistic about the state of Flagler County’s economy. Listen to the full….
COVID Liability for Healthcare Providers (Chamber Supports) Last week, the Florida Senate passed SB 7014, related to COVID-19 claims against health care providers, by a vote of 22-13 (Senator Hutson supported). Last….
A tight labor market and low workforce participation rates – leaving many businesses scrambling to hire workers – are hallmarks of the economic landscape of the pandemic era. And no….
Flagler County is regularly criticized for its lack of mental health services for residents. Enter SMA Healthcare, Flagler Health+ and Flagler County, who have all partnered to celebrate the opening….
EVOLVE Magazine has featured Flagler Health+ in its most recent issue because of their investment in Flagler County. “…I look forward to further expanding that relationship,” said Flagler Health+ President….
At today’s Flagler County Board of County Commissioners meeting, County Administrator Heidi Petito shared an update that Superintendent of Schools, Kathy Mittelstadt, has asked for a 60-days extension (to the….
All eyes will be on lawmakers in Tallahassee on Tuesday when the 2022 Florida Legislative Session officially begins. The 60-day session will end on March 11, 2022. Many media reports….
A Flagler County economic overview of 2021 was provided on WNZF’s Free For All Friday by Greg Blose, President & CEO of the Palm Coast-Flagler Regional Chamber. Listen below for….
“At 4.1%, county continues to outshine pre-pandemic low of 4.5%” Flagler County’s unemployment rate declined to 4.1% in November 2021, according to the latest data release from the Florida Department….
After an initial study justifying a total of $6,500 in new and increased impact fees. The Flagler County Board of County Commissioners today, by a 4-1 vote (Dance dissenting) approved….
In conjunction with CareerSource Flagler/Volusia, the Palm Coast-Flagler Regional Chamber of Commerce kicked off a three-phase small business program designed to help Flagler County small businesses strengthen and grow. Phase….
Flagler County is forging ahead with a public-private partnership with Charter Communications to expand broadband internet connectivity to Western Flagler County. Chamber President Greg Blose shared his thoughts on why….
Flagler County’s unemployment rate remained unchanged at 4.4% in October 2021. Chamber President & CEO Greg Blose shares his analysis on WNZF NewsRadio (click below to listen): View the Chamber’s….
Flagler County’s unemployment rate remained at 4.4%, according to the latest data release from the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity. This is the second consecutive month that Flagler’s unemployment rate….
For several months, a group community stakeholders, including Charter Communications and the Chamber, have been working together to identify ways to help extend broadband services to residents in Western Flagler….
Flagler Schools and the School Board failed to convince the Board of County Commissioners that “exceptional circumstances” exist that support doubling the School Impact Fee to over $7,000 per newly-built….
Flagler County has finally recovered the jobs lost during the COVID-19 pandemic. WNZF NewsRadio recently shared the Chamber’s perspective on the latest job growth numbers (click video below to hear….
4.4% Unemployment Rate is Lowest in Flagler Since Pandemic Started Flagler County has officially recovered from the COVID-19 pandemic, at least from a job’s perspective. According to today’s data release….
First Phase: Identify 10 Small Business Owners That Want to Grow/Strengthen Their Flagler County Business If you own a small business, home-based business or are an entrepreneur that wants to….
Interim no more. The Flagler County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) voted to appoint Heidi Petito as the permanent Flagler County Administrator via a 5-0 vote today at their County….