A new housing project called Patriot Place is set to be completed in St. Johns County, offering affordable housing for at-risk and homeless veterans. The project was made possible through a partnership between MountainStar Partners and the St. Johns Housing Partnership (SJHP), along with support from St. Johns County, the City of St. Augustine, and Flagler Health+. The construction of Patriot Place, which consists of six one-bedroom apartments, took five years to complete. The apartments will be 630 square feet each, and veterans will pay approximately 30 percent of the market rate, with the remaining balance subsidized through SJHP fundraising.…
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HORRORscopes for the week of Jul 24, 2023
Aries (March 21 – April 19): Well, well, well, Aries, another day filled with endless possibilities… or not. Brace yourself for a week of disappointments and missed opportunities. Your impulsive nature will lead you straight into trouble, and your fiery temper will only make things worse. Remember, life is a constant uphill battle, and you, my dear Aries, are wearing roller skates. Taurus (April 20 – May 20): Oh, Taurus, you stubborn creature. This week, your determination will be put to the test. Unfortunately, it will be tested in the most mundane and uninspiring ways. Your love for comfort will…
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Competency Motion Filed for Man Charged in Deputy Death
The attorney representing Virjilio Aguilar-Mendez, filed a motion implying that her client may lack the competency required to stand trial. The accusations relate to an incident that resulted in the tragic death of a St. Johns County deputy. The motion suggests that the defendant’s mental state should be evaluated to determine if he is capable of understanding the nature of the charges against him and if he is able to assist in his own defense. Virjilio Aguilar-Mendez was arrested and charged with resisting arrest with violence and felony murder, after a struggle between him and Sgt. Michael Kunovich caused the deputy to…
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Coast Guard Offers Help to 3 Aboard Disabled Vessel near Vilano Beach
The Coast Guard provided assistance to three individuals on Saturday after their 30-foot sailing vessel experienced mechanical issues near Vilano Beach. According to the Coast Guard, they received a distress call from the three people on board the disabled vessel. Responding promptly, a response boat was dispatched to their location. Once on scene, Coast Guard crew members assessed the situation and determined that the sailing vessel was unable to proceed on its own due to mechanical problems. In order to ensure the safety of those on board, the decision was made to initiate a tow operation. The Coast Guard response…
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