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St. Augustine
Friday, April 10th, 2026
Good morning, St. Augustine. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 10th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ NASA launched its Artemis II rocket (6:35 p.m. on April 1) from Kennedy Space Center, sending four astronauts on a 10-day orbit around the moon. Local residents along the Space Coast saw the bright launch lighting up the sky. The St. Augustine Record
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Adventure Landing’s St. Augustine park will permanently close on Sunday, Apr. 12. The amusement park built in 1999 will shut its doors after its lease was not renewed following a $3.6 million property sale — guests with tickets, vouchers, tokens or gift cards are encouraged to redeem them before closing. The St. Augustine Record
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Archaeologists have unearthed rare artifacts from segregated Black schools and will host a public meeting on Monday, April 20 at 5 p.m. at the Willie Galimore Center (399 Riberia St.) to gather community input for a traveling exhibit funded by a state grant. The St. Augustine Record
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Crews are installing a bioswale on Court Theophelia for stormwater improvements & flood reduction ahead of hurricane season, while work on a retaining wall on Inlet Drive and an elevated seawall by the marina is expected to finish by June 30. First Coast News
- ➤ State officials warn that despite heavy rains, Florida remains in extreme drought that affects millions and sets up a peak wildfire season for April, May and June. Several counties have imposed burn bans to reduce fire risks for communities including our area. The St. Augustine Record
- ➤ Colorado State University forecast for the 2026 hurricane season shows 13 named storms (six hurricanes with two potentially major) beginning June 1, with a 74% chance of a storm passing within 50 miles of Florida's coast. Experts say residents should prepare despite a slightly below normal outlook. The St. Augustine Record
- ➤ St. Augustine will host an Earth Day recycle event on Friday, April 24 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Solid Waste Facility (601 Riberia St.; cooking oil at 501 Riberia St.) where residents can shred documents, recycle electronics, and dispose of used cooking oil. The St. Augustine Record
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Florida's minimum wage for non-tipped workers will reach $15 on Sept. 30 as part of a constitutional amendment passed in 2020, and tipped wages will adjust accordingly with future increases tied to inflation. The St. Augustine Record
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Plant Sale & Butterfly Release
9 AM – 1 PM — The Garden Club of St. Augustine — Free entry — Discover a variety of plants and witness the release of Painted Lady butterflies.
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St. Augustine Weekly Farmers Market
10 a.m.-2 p.m. — Classic Car Museum of St. Augustine — Free entry — Discover local flavors and handmade goods amidst community vibes every Sunday.
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Foreigner Concert with Lou Gramm
7-10:30 p.m. — The St. Augustine Amphitheatre — Ticket prices from $76.60 to $224.01 — Experience the iconic rock hits of Foreigner and Lou Gramm live on stage.
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Tru Phonic Live in St. Augustine
7 PM — Colonial Oak Music Park — Book tickets on UNATION — Experience the eclectic sounds of Tru Phonic in a vibrant outdoor setting.
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Dennis Fermin Live Music Event
12-3 p.m. — Marina Munch — Free entry — Enjoy a vibrant live music experience while indulging in delicious eats at the waterside food truck park.
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Earth Day Waterway Cleanup
1-4 p.m. — Doug Crane Boat Ramp — Free — Help keep Moultrie Creek clean and protect local wildlife during this community effort.
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Jazz Poetry Cafe
3-7 p.m. — Willie Galimore Recreation Center — Ticketed event — Experience an evening of jazz-infused poetry in the heart of St. Augustine.
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GTM Monthly Beach Cleanup
9-11 a.m. — Guana Tolomato Matanzas National Estuarine Research Reserve — Free entry — Gather supplies and help keep the beach clean while enjoying the great outdoors.
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EMMA Concert Series 2025-2026
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Flagler Auditorium — Tickets required — Experience a night of local and international musical talent in St. Augustine.
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Fit Street Market
8:30 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. — Francis Field — Free entry — Explore local wellness vendors, fitness classes, and healthy food options at this vibrant market.
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