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St. Augustine
Thursday, January 29th, 2026
Good morning, St. Augustine. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 29th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Protests honoring nurse Alex Pretti are scheduled across Florida this week; in St. Augustine, a vigil will be held next Saturday at 3 p.m. (75 King Street) as part of a series of local community events. The St. Augustine Record
- ➤ February will offer a wide array of community events in St. Augustine, from open-air film nights and historic art walks to free legal classes and outdoor activities at local landmarks (including jazz shows and archery events). Residents can plan ahead for programs scheduled from Feb. 2 through Feb. 28. The St. Augustine Record
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Ashley Furniture opened its first showroom on Wednesday, Jan. 28 at 1762 Tree Blvd. The 21,000 sqft space, operated by 1915 South, offers a wide range of home furnishings including bedroom, dining, and mattress collections. The St. Augustine Record
- ➤ Florida Goodwill stores hit record sales in 2025 as rising prices prompt residents to shop for bargains. The nationwide chain earned over $7B in revenue and operates more than 300 local sites (providing affordable options) amid a tough economy. The St. Augustine Record
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A free 18 week music enrichment program for grades 3 to 5 is running at W.E. Harris Community Center, American Legion Post 194, and Ketterlinus Elementary School through May 20, offering one hour weekly sessions with board certified music therapists who boost social, emotional, and communication skills + self expression. The St. Augustine Record
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ St. Johns County will host its annual Valentine’s Day group wedding & vow renewal ceremony on Feb. 13 at the Carriage House on San Marco Ave; 50 couples must register online by Feb. 9 and pay $30 per couple along with obtaining a marriage license. The St. Augustine Record
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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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Blues Beatles Concert
8-10 p.m. — Café Eleven Restaurant & Catering — Ticket info available — Experience the unique fusion of blues and Beatles classics at this local venue.
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Styx with Cheap Trick Live
7-10 p.m. — The St. Augustine Amphitheatre — Tickets from $92 — Experience Styx performing their classic album Pieces of Eight in an electrifying rock show.
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