Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 29th of May.
Good morning, St. Augustine.
Florida is expanding its college savings options today by offering year-round enrollment in the Florida Prepaid College Plan, and babies born today will receive a $529 credit when parents enroll in the Investment 529 Plan - a program that locks in current tuition rates at state-run institutions.
Local residents in St. Augustine should prepare as WeatherTiger forecasts a below-average hurricane season with a roughly 30% chance of a major hurricane landfall that could affect Florida.
Dr. Ryan Truchelut said updated forecasts will come in early June (more details are expected).
Health officials warn that Vibrio infections will likely rise this summer as warm, brackish waters expand the bacteria’s range — residents in coastal areas are advised to cook shellfish thoroughly and cover open wounds to lower risks.
Flagler College men's tennis team won its first NCAA Division II championship after defeating No. 2 Barry University 4-3 in Surprise, Ariz. — The win marks the school's first national tennis title since the 1980s, coming off rigorous late-season training and renewed team spirit.
Jakobi Meyers is set for a bigger role with the Jaguars in 2026 after a productive midseason that helped stabilize the passing game (he recorded 43 catches for 495 yards and three touchdowns).
Coach Liam Coen said a full offseason to learn the system will boost overall chemistry.
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.
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.
Gnarlies vs. Sardines Baseball Showdown
5-8 p.m. — St. Joseph Catholic Academy — Ticket prices vary — Experience a thrilling baseball game between the fierce Gnarlies and Sardines.
Tailgators vs. Sardines Baseball Game
5-8 p.m. — St. Joseph's Catholic Academy — Free entry — Experience an electrifying baseball showdown between the Tailgators and Sardines.
Pedro Gonzalez Live Performance
8-10 p.m. — The Original Cafe Eleven — Tickets from $35.98 — Enjoy a night of live music at a popular local venue.
Preservation Hall Jazz Band Live
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Ponte Vedra Concert Hall — $56.03-$135.40 — Experience a lively brass-filled celebration of classic New Orleans jazz from a Grammy-nominated ensemble.
Senior Night Baseball Showdown: Gnarlies vs Sardines
5-8 p.m. — St. Joseph Catholic Academy — Admission details not specified — Witness an electrifying face-off as the Gnarlies battle the Sardines in a thrilling baseball contest.
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