Tuesday, March 18th, 2025

Supporting our sponsors is one of the best ways to support Daily St. Augustine.
Good morning, St. Augustine. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 18th of March.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Forever 21 filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy on Monday and asked to close 355 stores—this plan includes all 23 Florida locations with gift cards honored until April 15 as sales finish by April 30. The St. Augustine Record
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Atlantic hurricane season will run from June 1 to Nov. 30 and early predictions call for up to 15 tropical storms, seven hurricanes, and three major hurricanes, a reminder for new and longtime residents to prepare by checking homes and stocking up on supplies—local officials stress the importance of having a solid emergency plan. Recent growth in Florida's population makes these precautions even more crucial as forecasts and updates continue to be monitored. The St. Augustine Record
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ UF Health St. Johns will host the fifth annual BRAVE Summit for Florida high school students at the St. Augustine Amphitheatre on March 26 from 3 to 7 p.m.—the free event will feature guest speakers, musical performances, art contests, and community service hours to help teens access mental health support. Participants will also enjoy free food, drinks, and prizes. The St. Augustine Record
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ At The Players Championship playoff at TPC Sawgrass in Ponte Vedra Beach, J.J. Spaun and Rory McIlroy competed in a three-hole playoff on March 17th after severe thunderstorms delayed play on Sunday—Spaun erased a three-stroke deficit with five holes remaining to tie the score. The playoff, the first for this event since 2015, moved to a sudden-death format if needed. The St. Augustine Record
- ➤ TODAY'S SPONSOR This compact, easy-to-use rangefinder is packed with features like slope adjustment, flag-lock with vibration feedback, and a USB-C rechargeable battery. Lightweight and accurate, it’s a great choice for casual or beginner golfers looking for reliable performance. The Buy
Supporting our sponsors is one of the best ways to support Daily St. Augustine.
-
Oyster South Symposium 2025
The Oyster South Symposium 2025 is a gathering focused on oyster aquaculture, featuring discussions, panels, and a trade show for industry professionals in St. Augustine, Florida.
-
Shipwreck Saloon Cocktail Experience in St. Augustine
Experience an interactive show where participants enjoy four themed rum cocktails while engaging with stories from the legendary Pirates of the South Seas.
-
Victor Wainwright Concert in St. Augustine
Enjoy a live performance by Victor Wainwright at Café Eleven, featuring general admission and reserved seating options.
-
Compass Open House Event
9-11 a.m. — 23 Fancher Ct, St. Augustine, FL — Free entry — Explore a variety of homes for sale while connecting with real estate experts.
-
St. Augustine Amphitheatre Seasonal Night Market
5-9 p.m. | St. Augustine Amphitheatre | Free entry | Enjoy live music, handmade arts and crafts, and local food trucks at this vibrant community market.
-
Jennifer Knapp Live Performance
Enjoy a live performance by Jennifer Knapp at Café Eleven, featuring a variety of seating options and ticket prices.
-
7th Annual Pickleball Veritas Tournament
The Veritas Tournament is a charity-focused pickleball tournament featuring multiple events, local attractions, and opportunities for participants of all ages in St. Augustine, Florida.
-
St. Augustine Lions Seafood Festival 2025
Enjoy a two-day celebration featuring fresh seafood, live entertainment, and artisan crafts at Francis Field in St. Augustine.
-
Live Music Performance by Kristy Lee
Experience a live music performance by Kristy Lee at Café Eleven, featuring general admission and reserved seating options.
-
Irish Storytelling and Comedy Night
8:00-9:30 p.m. — The Waterworks — No Refunds — Enjoy a night of entertaining Irish storytelling and comedy by Derek Coghlan.
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.

A Budget-Friendly Golf Rangefinder with Premium Features
The REVASRI NK‑1000 rangefinder is a surprisingly capable option for golfers who want accuracy without spending a fortune.
Priced under $50, it includes features like slope adjustment, flag-lock with vibration feedback, and a rechargeable USB-C battery. Plus, it’s compact and lightweight, easily locks onto targets, and seamlessly switches between yards and meters. It’s a great pick for casual or new golfers looking for reliable performance at a wallet-friendly price point.
Bonus: Shop more top-rated and best-selling golf products.
Supporting our sponsors is one of the best ways to support Daily St. Augustine.
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Help others achieve their dreams and you will achieve yours.
Know who said this? Send us an email!
Reveal the authorAbout Daily St. Augustine
Welcome to the Daily St. Augustine, your community newsletter that's anything but snooze-worthy, packed with positive, impactful local news + events across the St. Augustine, Florida community. If you like the Daily St. Augustine, support us by subscribing to our email newsletter and sharing us with your friends and family in St. Augustine.
Advertising Opportunities
Advertising with us will make sure you stay at the top of everyone's mind—in St. Augustine and across Florida. You can learn more here. We'll work together to build a custom plan to hit your goals this year.
Alternatively, you can submit events, announcements, real estate listings, and job postings. We'll include them in our newsletter on whichever dates you like.
Community, delivered
Our hyper-local media company activates communities through daily email newsletters that curate the most positive, impactful local news + events – all for free.
Subscribe to Daily St. Augustine
A free St. Augustine community newsletter.
- Daily local news
- We curate the most positive, impactful local news + events.
- 6AM City
- A publication of 6AM City, the nation's leading local newsletter-first media network. Nominate your city.

© 6AM City Inc. 2025. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Terms of Service. Questions? Contact us here
Sitemap: https://dailystaugustine.com/sitemap