Good morning, St. Augustine.

Diana Marcela Mejia, co-owner of Artessence Coffee Shop, remains hospitalized after a mental health crisis led to her ICE detention — her family now plans to sell the cafe due to her looming deportation.

The shop will stay open through Sept. 10 as they seek legal options before her hearing on Sept. 11.

Frozen peas and carrots and mixed vegetables sold under the Endico brand have been recalled after tests found Listeria bacteria—local distributors sold the recalled bags from July 18 to Aug.

4 in Florida and other states, and buyers are urged to return them for a refund.

Florida high school football teams completed week 3 games yesterday across the state—highlighted by a renewed matchup between St. Augustine and Bolles and key contests from Miami to Pensacola.

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.

Annual St. Augustine Book Festival

10 a.m. - 4 p.m. — Ximenez-Fatio House Museum — Free entry — Celebrate literature in the charming courtyard with local authors and interesting talks.

Thick & Thin String Band Performance

5-8 p.m. — Marina Munch — Free admission — Enjoy live music while sampling delicious food from local food trucks.

Get Buzzed for Buzztails 2025

6-9 p.m. — St. Augustine Alligator Farm — Ticket required — Enjoy craft breweries, local food, and support rattlesnake conservation at this exciting charity fundraiser.

FRIDAY CLAY CLUB Workshop

6:30-9:30 p.m. — Make Space Workshop & Classroom — Class cost includes clay and firing — Explore creative hand-building techniques in a relaxed setting.

Pink Up The Pace 5k

8-11 a.m. — Meehan's Irish Pub & Seafood House — Registration $25-$40 — Participate in the largest 5K race in St. Augustine with a scenic route downtown.