St. Augustine City Commission Tackles Horse Carriage Concerns, Budget Issues, and Infrastructure Projects in Lengthy Meeting
The St. Augustine City Commission addressed a wide range of community concerns during their September 22nd meeting, from ongoing debates about horse-drawn carriages to infrastructure projects and budget adjustments for the upcoming Nights of Lights celebration....
City Commission Meeting on September 22, 2025, Addresses Multiple Community Issues
On September 22, 2025, the St Augustine City Commission convened to discuss several important topics impacting the local community. The meeting covered a range of issues, including public safety measures, budget allocations, infrastructure projects, and community...
St. Johns County Commissioners Approve Major Impact Fee Increases While Addressing Political Violence Concerns
The St. Johns County Board of County Commissioners approved significant increases to development impact fees during their September 16, 2025, meeting while also addressing growing concerns about political violence following the recent assassination of Charlie Kirk....
St. Johns County Commissioners Approve $1.9 Billion Budget While Cutting Property Tax Rates
The St. Johns County Board of County Commissioners unanimously approved a $1.898 billion budget for fiscal year 2026 on Tuesday evening while reducing property tax millage rates, marking the end of an eight-month budget development process. The meeting began with...
Library announces expanded discount program with local businesses
September is Library Card Sign-up Month, and the St. Johns County Public Library System is doing something pretty cool to celebrate. They're partnering with local businesses throughout the county to offer special discounts to anyone with a library card. I love what...
School Board Workshop on September 16
On Tuesday, September 16, the St. Johns County School Board will hold a School Board Workshop at 9:00 a.m. The workshop will be held in the auditorium at Orange Street and in the virtual platform Webex. If you would like to join the workshop, please visit the link...
Spooky Season is A Scream on Florida’s Historic Coast
When it comes to haunted Halloween destinations, the Nation’s oldest city, St. Augustine, Florida, is tough to beat. With centuries of history, narrow bricked streets, ancient cemeteries with graves dating back hundreds of years, a brooding Spanish fortress, and...
September is Locals Month for St Johns County Residents
St. Augustine, Fla. (September 9) – This September is Locals Month, when St. Johns County residents can explore their hometown like a tourist with special deals on lodging, attractions, and restaurants. Residents need to show their driver’s license or voter...
Statement from Sheriff Rob Hardwick
On September 10, 2025, the First District Court of Appeal, State of Florida, struck down Florida’s general ban on the open carrying of firearms, declaring Section 790.053, Florida Statutes, unconstitutional, (First DCA Opinion attached). Florida Attorney General...
Benjamin Rich Appointed to Serve as Judge on St. Johns County Court
Benjamin Rich of St. Augustine has been appointed to serve as Judge on the St. Johns County Court, filling a critical judicial vacancy in the local court system. Rich brings extensive legal experience to the bench, having served as an Assistant State Attorney for the...
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