Multiple residents in a St. Augustine neighborhood, Prairie Lakes, have reported finding 22 ball pythons in the area during July. Local resident Vincent Myers stated that the snakes have been found in various locations, including on the main road, under a car’s hood, and even crossing the road at night after rain. Myers has managed to capture most of the snakes using a makeshift snake-catching tool made from an old paint roller and a grade stick. Once caught, the snakes are handed over to Sky Bennett, a representative from Jacksonville’s Herpetology Society, who takes them to a veterinarian for a…
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St. Johns County residents in flood-prone areas eligible for federal grant money to elevate homes
St. Johns County residents who have been dealing with flooding caused by storms may now have the opportunity to receive assistance. The county is organizing homeowner outreach meetings to inform locals about potential grant money available to help prevent or repair damage to their homes. Through the “Flood Mitigation Assistance” (FMA) program, residents could potentially obtain thousands of dollars from FEMA to elevate or rebuild their homes in order to minimize future storm impacts. To qualify for the program, homeowners must have National Flood Plan Insurance and own the home. Residents, like Chris, who has lived near A1A for over…
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St. Augustine Amphitheatre to Host The Head And The Heart, Featuring Amanda Shires, on October 18
The St. Augustine Amphitheatre is excited to announce that the popular band, The Head And The Heart, will be performing on Wednesday, October 18. The show will also feature Amanda Shires as a special guest. Tickets will go on sale starting Friday, July 28 at 10 am through Ticketmaster.com or at the venue’s Box Office. The Head And The Heart are embarking on a headlining tour across North America this fall, and The St. Augustine Amphitheatre is included in their lineup. The band recently released a fan-sourced music video for their song “Rivers And Roads,” which has achieved remarkable success…
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St. Augustine Book Festival to Take Place at Ximenez-Fatio House Museum
The St. Augustine Book Festival will be held at the Ximenez Fatio House Museum on the first three Saturdays of September 2023. The festival will take place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on September 2, September 9, and September 16. Visitors can enjoy various literary events, including historic house tours, author meet and greets, author presentations, book signings, and opportunities to explore local attractions and vendors. The festival will be hosted at the Ximenez-Fatio House Museum located at 20 Aviles St, in historic St. Augustine. Admission to the festival is free, but donations will be accepted to support the…
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