Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 27th of August.
Good morning, St. Augustine.
🏘️ Community
St. Augustine Fire Department at 101 Malaga St. will host a 9/11 remembrance ceremony on Friday, Sept.
11 at 8:30 a.m. that features a moment of silence, bell ringing in four intervals, and personal remarks from a retired NYC fire captain + the event will be live streamed.
🎭 Culture
A partial lunar eclipse, known as the almost blood moon, begins today at 9:23 p.m. ET and peaks Friday at 12:12 a.m., offering a unique sky show for residents.
Viewers are advised to choose spots with clear skies (check local forecasts for the best view).
🌲 Environment
The Farmers' Almanac and National Weather Service forecast that a powerful El Niño will bring a wetter-than-normal winter and cooler, drier fall to Florida.
Residents should prepare for unsettled weather (with occasional heavy rain) starting this fall.
🏛️ Government
Gov. DeSantis ordered flags on state and public buildings to be flown at half-staff to honor Dolly Parton after her Aug.
25 death; flags will remain at half-staff until sunset on Sept. 1.
🏈 Sports
St. Augustine’s football team reached the top spot in Class 4A last week after a 49-0 win over Palatka, while Carol City captured No. 1 in Class 2A following an overtime win at West Boca (per the USA TODAY Florida Super 10 poll).
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