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St. Augustine
Thursday, January 22nd, 2026
Good morning, St. Augustine. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 22nd of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Local surgeon and former Olympian Ronald Joseph, who competed in the 1964 Innsbruck Olympics and battled ALS, died on Tuesday, Jan. 20 at 81 in St. Johns County; his funeral is scheduled for Friday, Jan. 23 at Our Lady Star of the Sea in Ponte Vedra Beach. First Coast News
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A cooking oil spill forced the closure of Palm Valley Road from Corridor Lane to Landrum Lane today as the sheriff's office reroutes traffic and St. Johns Fire and Rescue assists with cleanup. First Coast News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ In Jackson County, Phil the Gator will predict Florida’s spring on Feb. 2 by either basking in the sun for an early spring or retreating into Lake Seminole for six more weeks of mild, 75° weather (a local twist on traditional forecasts that often follow Punxsutawney Phil’s lead). The St. Augustine Record
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Poetry Open Mic Night
2:30-4:30 p.m. — The Waterworks — Free entry — Experience the lyrical talents of local poets in a vibrant community setting.
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St. Augustine Spanish Food & Wine Festival
6 PM – 5 PM — St. Augustine, Ponte Vedra & The Beaches Visitors & Convention Bureau — Free entry — Celebrate St. Augustine's Spanish heritage with delicious food, wines, and cultural events.
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Lighthouse 5K and Fun Run
8-11 a.m. — St. Augustine Lighthouse & Maritime Museum — Registration fees apply — Participate in a scenic 5K and enjoy family-friendly activities.
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