Good morning, St. Augustine.

Beacon of Hope Christian School hosted a one-day soccer tournament on May 5 for students aged 6 to 9 from local schools in West Augustine.

Teams from Beacon of Hope, Treaty Oaks School Preparatory Academy and WD Hartley Elementary School competed in friendly matches.

Since August, Wendy’s closed 42 Florida restaurants as part of its Project Fresh plan to shutter underperforming locations, including the one at 1830 US Highway 1 S in St. Augustine; the chain is opening new stores in Apollo Beach and other areas as franchisees focus on boosting revenue.

Florida schools end the 2025-2026 year from May 21 in Madison County to June 4 in Miami-Dade, with most districts finishing after Memorial Day on May 25 + each county sets its own calendar.

These school dates help families plan summer breaks.

Hurricane Preparedness Week runs May 3-9 to help residents learn how to read storm forecasts and take early steps for safety.

Official sources stress checking reliable forecasts (instead of focusing solely on storm categories) to prepare for potential hazards during the upcoming hurricane season.

Florida officials and tech companies are reviewing chatbot safety measures after several tragic cases raised concern about lack of oversight—including investigations into platforms like ChatGPT and Gemini.

Mental health experts call for better scientific evidence and regulation to protect users during off-hour AI interactions.

Local restaurants offer special Mother's Day brunches on May 10 with live music, diverse menus, and complimentary mimosas at venues including Embassy Suites and Michael’s in St. Augustine; reservations are required and prices range from $35 for children to $85 for adults.

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.

Sam Barber Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — The St. Augustine Amphitheatre — Ticketed event — Enjoy an evening with Sam Barber at this iconic venue.

Terrance Simien Live at Cafe Eleven

8-10 p.m. — The Original Cafe Eleven — Tickets from $32.71 — Enjoy a vibrant live Zydeco music performance in St. Augustine's unique cafe setting.

Bead Mercantile Show - St. Augustine, FL

10 AM – 4 PM — World Golf Village Renaissance St. Augustine Resort — Entry fee varies — Explore a vibrant marketplace showcasing beads, jewelry, and minerals from various exhibitors.

Tell Me Lies - Fleetwood Mac Tribute

6-10 p.m. — Colonial Oak Music Park — Click for tickets — Experience the timeless hits of Fleetwood Mac through a dedicated tribute band.

Chris Duarte Live Performance

8-10 p.m. — The Original Cafe Eleven — Tickets from $38.04 — Experience electrifying live music in a cozy café setting.

Black Uhuru Live Performance

8-10 p.m. — The Original Cafe Eleven — $38.81 — Enjoy an exciting live performance by the reggae legends Black Uhuru.