Joy Andrews Chosen as St. Johns County Administrator

Joy Andrews has been selected as the county administrator for St. Johns County by the Board of County Commissioners. The decision was made after interviews with four finalists and is pending board approval. Andrews has been serving as interim county administrator since July and has been with the county for 17 years. She has led various departments and holds a Master of Public Administration from Kansas State University and an LL.B. from Nanjing University. The selection process was managed by the county’s Human Resources Department and involved public meetings, live video broadcasts, and a public engagement event. The selection committee…

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St. Augustine Fishing Report

By Capt. Adam Morley Hey folks, it’s time for the latest buzz from the St. Augustine fishing scene, and I couldn’t be more thrilled to share the latest updates with you. A big shoutout to our local contributors – Noah from the Fishbites Trading Post, The Bait Shack at the Vilano Boat Ramp, Capt. Scotty Shank with Full House Fishing Charters, Marcus Wiley, and Genung’s Fish Camp – for their invaluable intel that makes this report possible. Let’s show our appreciation for these knowledgeable folks who keep us in the loop! Here’s what’s heating up in the inshore waters this…

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St. Augustine Fishing Report

By Capt. Adam Morley The fishing scene in St. Augustine and surrounding waters is heating up as the water temperatures rise back to the mid to upper 70s after a recent cold front. Here’s the latest scoop on what’s hot in the area: Surf Fishing Buzz: Strong reports of pompano and whiting have been flooding in, likely due to the recent dip in water temperatures. The ideal setup involves float rigs, Sputnik sinkers, and a variety of bait choices such as Ghost Shrimp, live sand fleas, or fresh dead shrimp, all perfectly paired with Fishbites for added appeal. Sheepshead Success:…

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St. Augustine Amphitheatre to Host Sammy Hagar & The Circle on October 26

Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Sammy Hagar, approaching his 75th birthday, is set to perform with his band, The Circle, at a sold-out concert on October 26, 2023, at the St. Augustine Amphitheatre. The Circle includes former Van Halen bandmate Michael Anthony, guitarist Vic Johnson, and drummer Jason Bonham. The concert is backed by Grammy-winning producer Dave Cobb, who is working with Hagar on a new record. Hagar’s previous album with The Circle, “Space Between,” achieved a No. 1 spot on the Billboard charts in multiple categories. The upcoming album, “Crazy Times,” is described as a blend of Montrose,…

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