Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 15th of October.
Good morning, St. Augustine.
💼 Business
Florida’s Buc-ee’s is set to expand from two to six locations over the next few years.
Two new travel centers will open in 2027 in Fort Pierce and Tallahassee — while centers in Ocala and Port Charlotte are planned for later dates.
🌲 Environment
A cold front will reach northern Florida Friday night and move south on Saturday, lowering high temperatures by 6 to 9 degrees for St. Augustine residents.
The shift may bring scattered showers and gusty easterly winds along the coast.
🏛️ Government
Social Security and SSI benefits will rise by 3.6% in January, giving Floridians about $75 more monthly (new income rules and taxable earnings limits will also be updated) while SSI payments begin on Dec.
31. The changes aim to help beneficiaries keep pace with rising living costs.
Daylight saving time in Florida will end on Nov.
1 at 2 a.m., causing clocks to fall back and changing sunrise and sunset times with brighter mornings and earlier evenings. Lawmakers continue to support permanent daylight saving time (Congress must still approve the measure).
📰 Lifestyle
St. Augustine’s Slow Food First Coast Snail of Approval program will be held Nov.
17 from 2 to 3 p.m. at The Floridian (485 Old Beach Road) and promises a distinct local tasting experience for food enthusiasts.
🏈 Sports
Walker Little (39-game starter) will start as left tackle for the Jaguars against Houston on Sunday, replacing Anton Harrison, who will have right knee surgery and miss at least four games.
Coach Liam Coen said Little’s experience gives him confidence to counter the Texans’ strong pass rush.
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