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St. Augustine
Thursday, May 7th, 2026
Good morning, St. Augustine. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 7th of May.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Aldi will open four new stores in Florida this month as part of its expansion plan. The new locations will debut on May 14 in Davie and Venice and on May 21 in Marianna and St. Augustine, offering lower grocery prices to shoppers. The St. Augustine Record
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ St. Augustine History Festival will occur at Fort Mose with engaging events that showcase our city's rich heritage. Community members can look forward to diverse activities that bring history to life in a fun, educational setting. The St. Augustine Record
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Pine Island Academy’s Odyssey of the Mind team won state competitions and is heading to Ames, Iowa for the World Finals after building a whale-shaped train challenge. Students are fundraising through school concessions and events (including a spirit night at Playa Bowls today and Summer Kids Fest on May 16). The St. Augustine Record
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Hurricane Preparedness Week runs May 3-9 and NOAA advises local residents to board windows, secure outdoor items, and prepare evacuation plans when a storm is forecast so that homes and go-bags are ready (as local alerts indicate). The St. Augustine Record
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Duke Energy will reduce the fuel charge on bills from June through September (a 0.562-cent per kilowatt-hour cut) after the Public Service Commission approved a $90.5M refund to correct over-collection of hurricane restoration costs, giving customers about $5.62 in monthly savings. The St. Augustine Record
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Florida Dental Association Foundation will host Florida's Mission of Mercy from May 15-16 at Jacksonville's Prime Osborn Convention Center, offering free dental care including cleanings, fillings, and extractions (veterans receive priority on May 14) on a first-come, first-served basis. The St. Augustine Record
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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.
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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.
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Iration Concert
5:15-8:15 p.m. — The St. Augustine Amphitheatre — Tickets available — Enjoy a vibrant evening of reggae-infused music with Iration.
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Sam Barber Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — The St. Augustine Amphitheatre — Ticketed event — Enjoy an evening with Sam Barber at this iconic venue.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Bark in the Park: Big Buoys vs. Sardines Baseball Game
5-8 p.m. — St. Joseph Catholic Academy — No entry fee — Experience a thrilling baseball showdown between the St. Augustine Sardines and Big Buoys, showcasing community spirit and sportsmanship.
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