City leaders in St. Augustine, Florida, have announced that no closures are expected due to the storm forecasted for the weekend. The light displays for Nights of Light will remain operational, according to the managing company. Local businesses, including Harry’s Seafood Bar and Meehan’s Irish Pub, are prepared for the storm, which they consider to be just another round of rain. However, they will take precautions such as taking down inflatables to prevent them from being carried away by the wind. More… Read Full story: Action News Jax
Category: St. Johns County
St. Augustine Man Convicted of Child Sexual Abuse After One-Day Trial
Jasper Oliver was found guilty by a St. Johns County jury on multiple counts of child sexual abuse following a one-day trial. The charges include two counts each of Sexual Battery on a Minor 12 to 18 by Person in Familial or Custodial Authority, Unlawful Sexual Activity with a Minor, and Soliciting a Child for Unlawful Sexual Conduct using Computer Services or Devices, as well as Transmission of Material Harmful to Minors by Electronic Device and Unlawful Use of a Two-Way Communication Device. The case was investigated by the St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office and tried by Assistant State Attorneys…
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St. Augustine Discontinues Park Now Card
COSA: ???? Effective immediately, the City of St. Augustine is no longer issuing new ParkNow Cards ???? Here’s what you need to know: ???? Current ParkNow cards Current ParkNow cards with funds will still work in the meters/kiosks and at the parking garage and should be used until balances are depleted. ???? Existing funds Residents can transfer existing funds from the ParkNow Card to a virtual wallet on the ParkStAug mobile app. The card must be surrendered to the Parking Division, so this must be done in person at 50 Bridge Street. ???? Using your license plate When parking in…
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Child Struck And Killed In Hit And Run Monday Night
SJSO: At 6:16pm SJSO deputies were dispatched to the area of North Volusia Street and West King Street in reference to a hit and run incident involving a 6 year old child who was struck by a vehicle. The child was rushed to the hospital, and tragically was pronounced deceased. The SJSO Traffic Unit has initiated a Traffic Homicide Investigation. The suspect vehicle has not been located at this time, no description is available. This is an active investigation, further updates will be provided as applicable.