Good morning, St. Augustine.

St. Augustine is gearing up for Halloween with a busy week of events that include a family festival at the main library today at 4 p.m.—and film screenings, haunted trails, community fundraisers, and live music events later this week to draw residents across St. Johns County.

Southeastern Grocers rebranded as The Winn-Dixie Company and announced it will close most locations outside Florida & southern Georgia by the end of 2025 while expanding in North Florida with its conversion of Hitchcock's Markets scheduled to open by summer 2026.

Today, the National Hurricane Center said Tropical Storm Melissa is expected to strengthen into a hurricane—its path and strength remain uncertain.

Florida residents face low chances of impacts beyond rough seas and rip currents, and they are urged to watch updated forecasts if the storm shifts toward the lower peninsula and Keys.

Tropical Storm Melissa keeps forecasters on edge as shifting jet stream and weak steering currents create uncertainty in its path.

The storm is predicted to strengthen into a hurricane today — current models show it will likely stay east of Florida, so residents should stay alert for updates.

Florida CFO and State Fire Marshal Blaise Ingoglia announced more than $8.2 million in grants for 15 North Florida fire departments — the largest grant supports a new St. Augustine fire station on Anastasia Boulevard to replace an outdated facility and improve safety and response times. The grants also fund mental health programs and cancer prevention efforts for first responders.

Jailbreak 5K

8-10 a.m. — Old Jail Museum — Registration $25-$45 — Escape St. Augustine with a scenic 5K running route benefiting local education.

Pete Frampton Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — The St. Augustine Amphitheatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the legendary sounds of Pete Frampton live in concert.

Southern Fried Chicken Night

4-7 p.m. — St. Augustine Shriners Club — Enjoy a delicious Southern Fried Chicken meal with friends and family.

Ellis Paul Live Performance

8-10 p.m. — Café Eleven Restaurant & Catering — Tickets $29.02-$39.99 — Enjoy a captivating live performance in a cozy beachfront setting.

KISS Alive! Tribute Concert

6-7:30 p.m. — Colonial Oak Music Park — $31.15 — Experience thrilling KISS tribute performance with fire-breathing and rock music.

Shwayze Live Performance

6-7:30 p.m. — Colonial Oak Music Park — $28.41 — Experience a night of rap and music with Shwayze, a celebrated artist from Southern California.

Historic Lincolnville Festival

10 a.m.-4 p.m. — St. Augustine, Ponte Vedra & The Beaches Visitors & Convention Bureau — Free admission to museums on Friday — Celebrate music, history, food, and family fun during a lively weekend festival.

St. ARTistine Art & Food Festival

10 AM – 6 PM — Francis Field — Free entry — Celebrate local talent and enjoy unique crafts, food trucks, and family-friendly entertainment.

Satsang Concert

6-7:30 p.m. — Colonial Oak Music Park — Tickets available — Experience a soothing live Satsang in a beautiful park setting.

Seth Walker Live Performance

8-10 p.m. — Café Eleven Restaurant & Catering — Tickets $34.51-$45.48 — Enjoy a captivating live performance in a cozy beachside setting.