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Friday, September 19th, 2025
Good morning, St. Augustine. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 19th of September.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ This weekend, over 25,000 people will attend the ninth Sing Out Loud music festival at Francis Field—headliners and emerging bands are set to perform while twelve smaller local stages host free shows. Visitors from 49 states are expected to add a boost to local tourism. First Coast News
- ➤ St. Johns County celebrated a milestone when state leaders presented a $1 million check on Thursday to fund phase one planning for the Florida Museum of Black History at Collier–Blocker–Puryear Park in West Augustine. The museum will be built on West King Street near the historic Canright House and will feature exhibits, a research center, and a performing arts complex to honor over 450 years of Black heritage. First Coast News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A new Florida law lets police ticket drivers for speeding through floodwaters and creating hazardous wakes that can harm homes and yards. In St. Augustine, drivers face a $166 moving violation and added license points—punishing unsafe driving—while authorities work to protect historic neighborhoods. The St. Augustine Record
- ➤ Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier said nearly 18,000 products containing 7-OH—an extract from kratom that is 13 times as potent as morphine—were removed from store shelves after an emergency rule took effect in August, as officials work to keep these dangerous products away from kids at gas stations and vape shops. First Coast News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Trevor Lawrence said he will focus on the Jaguars' game against the Texans after a hit by Azeez Al-Shaair ended his season — he said the past will not stop him from playing well. He is also working on his connection with wide receiver Brian Thomas to help win in the division. The St. Augustine Record
- ➤ Beachside senior Maddox Hunstad called the team’s passing game the 'four-headed monster' after quarterback Eddie Jordan threw 33 of 45 passes for 535 yards and five touchdowns in the 35-31 win over Bishop Kenny on Sept. 18 — the Barracudas improved to 4-1 as they pushed their storied offense to new heights. The St. Augustine Record
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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.
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Thick & Thin String Band Performance
5-8 p.m. — Marina Munch — Free admission — Enjoy live music while sampling delicious food from local food trucks.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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THROWDOWN THURSDAYS: Wheel Throwing Workshop
6-8 p.m. — Make Space Workshop & Classroom — Class cost includes supplies — Learn the basics of wheel throwing while creating functional pottery from bowls to cups.
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Game On! St. Augustine Triathlon
7:25-11:25 a.m. — Vilano Beach Oceanfront Park — Registration $139-$259 — Compete in various distances including Olympic and Sprint Triathlons along the scenic coast.
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The Dave Matthews Tribute Band
6-7:30 p.m. — Colonial Oak Music Park — Ticketed Event — Enjoy an evening filled with the sounds of the Dave Matthews Tribute Band in a scenic outdoor setting.
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Polyrhythmics Live
12-3 AM — Colonial Oak Music Park — $28.41 — Celebrate 15 years of genre-blending sound with Seattle’s Polyrhythmics and their dynamic performance.
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HAPPY LANDING Festival
5 PM – 10 PM — St. Augustine, Ponte Vedra & The Beaches Visitors & Convention Bureau — $27-$129.50 — Celebrate creativity with 20 top regional jam bands, rock, and funk across three stages.
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