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St. Augustine
Monday, August 18th, 2025
Good morning, St. Augustine. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 18th of August.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A swimmer in distress at St. Augustine Inlet was rescued at 6:30 p.m. on August 16 by St. Johns County Fire Rescue, Marine Rescue, and local police—officials said the swimmer was uninjured despite strong tidal currents. First Coast News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Hurricane Erin is a Category 3 storm with winds of 125 mph and is moving west-northwest—its growing size is forecast to cause dangerous rip currents and high surf along Florida’s coast from today until Aug. 21. The storm is expected to turn north after passing east of the Turks and Caicos Islands and the southeastern Bahamas. The St. Augustine Record
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Dolphins won their preseason game and the Buccaneers also won while the Jaguars tied 17-17 with the Saints on Sunday. Travis Hunter did not play because of an upper body injury & the Jaguars will check if he returns to practice Tuesday. The St. Augustine Record
- ➤ Parker Washington scored a 7-yard touchdown on Sunday in the 17-17 tie with the Saints and posted 19 receiving yards while filling in as a starter due to inactive players—both coach Liam Coen and quarterback Trevor Lawrence praised his quick plays and strong performance as he takes on a larger role this season. The St. Augustine Record
- ➤ USA TODAY Florida Network updated its Top 100 list of Florida's best senior football recruits for the 2026 season on Aug. 17, and IMG Academy — which has 11 players — led the list as Miami, FSU, and Florida each had strong numbers; programs across the state will begin season openers later this week. The St. Augustine Record
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The Red Clay Strays Live Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — The St. Augustine Amphitheatre — Tickets sold out — Experience the vibrant sounds of The Red Clay Strays at a popular local venue.
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19th Annual Golf Tournament Fundraiser
7 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. — Slammer & Squire Golf Course — Fundraiser entry fee — Swing for a cause and enjoy a day of fun and friendly competition.
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Caamp Concert at The St. Augustine Amphitheatre
6:30-9:30 p.m. — The St. Augustine Amphitheatre — Tickets from $38 — Experience a night of storytelling and melodies with folk band Caamp as they share their hits.
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Randall Bramblett Live Performance
8-10 p.m. — Café Eleven Restaurant & Catering — Tickets $25-$40 — Enjoy an evening of live music at this local favorite spot in St. Augustine.
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THROWDOWN THURSDAYS — Wheel Throwing Workshop
6-8 p.m. — Make Space Workshop & Classroom — Class cost includes all supplies — Master the art of wheel throwing over this engaging 4-week course.
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Sing Out Loud Festival 2025
Free shows every weekend from Sept 12 - 28 — Sing Out Loud Festival — Many concerts free — Celebrate live music with performances in R&B, bluegrass, country, hip-hop, and indie rock.
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St. Augustine Home Show 2025
September 6-7 — World Golf Village Renaissance St. Augustine Resort — Admission details to be confirmed — Explore innovative home solutions with top contractors and designers.
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Ancient City Con 2025
12 PM - 7 PM — World Golf Village Renaissance St. Augustine Resort — Prices Vary — Experience Northeast Florida's longest-running multi-day pop-culture convention.
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