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Friday, May 23rd, 2025

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Good morning, St. Augustine. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 23rd of May.

BUSINESS NEWS

  • Chicago-based Fire & Smoke BBQ has opened a food truck at Marina Munch on S Ponce De Leon Blvd, serving slow-smoked brisket, pulled pork, and pork belly burnt ends from Wednesday through Saturday from 11 a.m. until 6 p.m.—the Kay family asks locals to come early since items often sell out.  The St. Augustine Record

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • Yesterday, NOAA live streamed its prediction for the 2025 hurricane season at 11 a.m. ET, giving details on expected storm counts and referencing forecasts from AccuWeather and Colorado State. The broadcast follows a busy 2024 season with above-average storms and hurricane landfalls in Florida - residents are encouraged to stay alert as officials prepare for the coming season.  The St. Augustine Record
  • Florida environmentalists scored major wins in May after lawmakers passed the State Parks Preservation Act and banned oil drilling along the Apalachicola River. Activists also halted sensitive land swaps for wetlands — including proposals near the Guana River and in the Florida Wildlife Corridor — through public protests and petition drives.  The St. Augustine Record

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • St. Johns County will observe Memorial Day weekend with office closures on May 26 while garbage collection continues and a free beach shuttle runs daily from May 24 to May 26 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.—residents must carry a valid beach access pass and follow rules to protect nesting sea turtles; AAA will also offer free Tow to Go services starting today at 6:00 p.m. until May 27 at 6 a.m. to remove impaired drivers from the road.  The St. Augustine Record

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Classic Car Museum Cars & Coffee

    8-10 a.m. — Classic Car Museum of St. Augustine — Free entry — Start your morning with coffee and donuts while admiring classic cars.

    Sat, 5/24/25

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  • Sunset Sound Bath Experience

    7:15-8:00 p.m. — Surfside Park Beach — Donation based — Unwind with soothing sounds and sunset vibes at St. Augustine's magical beach.

    Wed, 5/28/25

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  • Sam Barber Live Concert

    7:00 – 8:30 PM — The St. Augustine Amphitheatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the soulful tunes of country star Sam Barber on his Restless Mind World Tour.

    Fri, 5/30/25

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  • John Butler Trio with Dispatch and Guests

    5-11 p.m. — St. Augustine Amphitheatre — General Admission $39.50–$99.50 — Experience a vibrant musical evening with an eclectic mix of rock, folk, and reggae sounds.

    Tue, 6/3/25

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  • Barenaked Ladies with Guster and Fastball Concert

    7-9 p.m. — St. Augustine Amphitheatre — Price varies — Experience a thrilling concert featuring iconic 90s rock hits from Barenaked Ladies, Guster, and Fastball.

    Wed, 6/4/25

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  • CHEESE & CLAY CROSSOVER Workshop

    6-9 p.m. — Make Space Workshop & Classroom — Cost varies — Create hand-built ceramic snack boards while enjoying a culinary cheese lesson.

    Sat, 6/7/25

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  • National Outlet Shopping Day

    4 days — St. Augustine Premium Outlets — Free tote bag with visits — Dive into major savings and fun activities at the biggest outlet event of the year.

    Thu, 6/12/25

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  • Old School Kingfish Shootout

    Friday to Sunday — Vilano Beach Fishing Pier — Registration $250-$400 — Participate in a kingfish tournament exclusively in Florida state waters.

    Fri, 6/13/25

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  • Hildervat - Ultimate Viking Warrior 5K/10K OCR

    12 PM – 6 PM — Ironwood Forest, St. Augustine, FL — Entry fees vary — Experience the thrill of obstacle course racing while conquering various challenges and building community spirit.

    Sat, 6/14/25

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  • Summer Improv Camp for Middle Schoolers

    2-5 p.m. — The Pioneer School — $275.00 — Explore improvisation in a supportive environment and build confidence through fun games and activities.

    Mon, 6/16/25

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