Good morning, St. Augustine.

A sargassum seaweed bloom has begun to appear along beaches from St. Augustine to the Keys, and local officials (FWC and DEP) are monitoring its low risk impact for today as its rotting state may cause odors and mild irritation for some visitors, though open areas dilute the emissions.

A wildfire (the Railroad Fire) burning across 4,100 acres in Clay and Putnam counties is 50 percent contained and causing road and marine closures near the St. Johns River; residents are urged to stay alert and prepare for potential evacuation until seasonal rains return.

A bill proposing to change the Endangered Species Act is scheduled for debate today, and conservation groups worry it may favor industry.

Terran McGinnis, a St. Johns County project coordinator, flew to Washington DC this week to urge lawmakers to keep the law intact.

Flagler College’s women’s golf team rallied on the final day to win the Peach Belt title by six shots over Lander at the King and Bear on April 21 — it was the team’s seventh title and they will now compete in the NCAA South Regional May 4 to 6.

Vested Metals International hosts the charity Southeast Coil Classic golf tournament Monday, April 27 at Marsh Creek Country Club.

The event honors John Mark Leach with proceeds benefiting local nonprofits and will start at 12:30 p.m. with a shotgun kick-off, concluding with a reception at 5:30 p.m.

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.

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.

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.

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.

The Saltworks Supper

6-9 p.m. — Michael's St. Augustine — $ — Start your St. Augustine Food + Wine Festival with a coastal multicourse dinner featuring bold flavors inspired by maritime heritage.

George Thorogood & The Destroyers Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — The St. Augustine Amphitheatre — Ticket prices $66.40 to $157.11 — Experience the legendary blues-rock sound of George Thorogood and his iconic band, The Destroyers.

Ethel Cain Live Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — The St. Augustine Amphitheatre — $60.73-$100.42 — Experience the ethereal sounds of Ethel Cain with special guest 9Million.

Sunflower & Tomato Soirée

9 a.m.-4 p.m. — Wesley Wells Farms — $15 — Enjoy fresh produce picking, food trucks, live entertainment, and a family-friendly atmosphere at the Tomato Festival.

Iration Concert

5:15-8:15 p.m. — The St. Augustine Amphitheatre — Tickets available — Enjoy a vibrant evening of reggae-infused music with Iration.