The City of St. Augustine has partnered with Modii to launch a new digital parking platform called the St. Augustine Parking Finder website. The platform is designed to help visitors and residents find available parking options more efficiently and reduce congestion by allowing drivers to get parking information directly on their mobile phones. By updating the parking information in real-time, City staff can help drivers park safely and legally while reducing confusion and frustration caused by road closures and city events. The St. Augustine Parking Finder is available on the City’s website. CLICK TO READ SOURCE Images/Source: Action News Jax
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Winn-Dixie and Pie in the Sky Team Up to Combat Senior Hunger in St. Johns County
Winn-Dixie joined forces with Pie in the Sky Community Alliance to give a helping hand to St. Johns County seniors facing food insecurity. Southern Villas apartments residents received the surprise delivery of 100 cartons of eggs and fresh produce, which deemed crucial for their well-being. Winn-Dixie pledged to donate 100 cartons of eggs to Pie in the Sky Community Alliance each month as part of their efforts to support their mission to deliver food to over 550 seniors in need in St. Johns County. CLICK TO READ SOURCE Images/Source: Action News Jax
St. Johns County Man Accused of Contractor Fraud, Deputies Seek Info from Other Victims
The St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office (SJSO) has arrested a 49-year-old man, Brandon Keith Franklin, on charges of contractor fraud. Franklin, who pretended to be a licensed contractor and had multiple business names, was apprehended following an investigation conducted by SJSO that began in 2022 after a homeowner complained about his fraudulent activities. According to the police report, the homeowner paid Franklin an upfront sum of 20% of the project’s estimated cost, amounting to $28,806.40, to work on an addition to the house, paying him a total of $42,759.60 before the stop-work order was issued. When the homeowner tried to…
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Sing Out Loud Festival in St. Augustine Offers 1-Day Tickets and Layaway Plans
The Sing Out Loud Festival in St. Augustine is adding a new ticket option for attendees. Starting Wednesday, limited one-day general tickets will be available for purchase. The headline of the festival, which will take place on September 22 and 23 at Francis Field Showcase, will feature artists such as The Black Keys, Mumford & Sons, Lord Huron, and Maggie Rogers. Ticket prices vary from $125 to $155 depending on the chosen day. Additionally, layaway payment plans will be offered to make the event more accessible. For more information, interested individuals can visit the festival’s website. CLICK TO READ SOURCE…
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