Good morning, St. Augustine.

United Launch Alliance’s Vulcan rocket will launch from Cape Canaveral at 3:30 a.m. Thursday, Feb.

12, 2026 — residents in St. Augustine may see a bright display if weather permits.

Forecasts show that La Niña is weakening as conditions become neutral this spring — models predict a shift to El Niño by mid-summer, which may steer more southerly storm tracks toward our region.

Local weather patterns could see changes in seasons to come.

Social Security retirement benefits are scheduled to arrive today, Feb.

11 (for birthdays 1 to 10), or on Feb. 18 and Feb. 25 for later birthdays. SSI payments were issued on Jan. 30 and March checks are set for Feb. 27, with a 2.8% COLA raising benefits.

Florida health officials reported rising measles cases amid data variations; one confirmed case appeared in St. Johns County and additional tests remain pending, urging residents to get vaccinated.

The Florida Department of Health found glyphosate in six out of eight breads tested on Feb.

10, with Sara Lee and Nature's Own brands showing the highest levels. Gov. Ron DeSantis said the agency will continue testing foods so Floridians can make informed choices.

Conde Nast Traveler's report released yesterday named Pensacola Beach as the best beach in the nation and included three other Florida beaches in the top 15; St. Augustine Beach ranked 14th among spots celebrated by over 750,000 voters for fun and adventure.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Women on Postage Stamps Luncheon

11 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Peña-Peck House - Woman's Exchange — $45 — Celebrate Women’s History Month with a buffet lunch and stories of extraordinary women honored on U.S. postage stamps.