FDOT to Hold Meeting on St. Augustine Drainage System Project

The Florida Department of Transportation is holding a meeting to discuss a $4.2 million project to improve drainage in downtown St Augustine. The project involves replacing an outdated drainpipe with a five-foot-wide one, adding a masonry wall, sidewalk, and bike path. The aim is to prevent flooding during storms or hurricanes, which causes traffic shutdowns. The meeting will take place at City Hall and FDOT staff and engineers will discuss how the project will prevent flooding. The project is expected to be completed by fall. CLICK TO READ SOURCE Images/Source: www.news4jax.com

Billy Strings Sells Out Three Shows in St. Augustine: Who is He?

Bluegrass musician Billy Strings is set to perform three sold-out shows at the St. Augustine Amphitheatre. Strings, who has won multiple awards for his music, plays a blend of bluegrass, jazz, rock, blues, country, pop, and heavy metal. Those who are unable to attend the shows can watch them via a livestream on nugs.net. Strings’ band includes Billy Failing, Jarod Walker, Royal Massat, and Alex Hargreaves. The St. Augustine Amphitheatre is located in Anastasia State Park and offers on-site parking, though it fills up quickly. CLICK TO READ SOURCE Images/Source: www.jacksonville.com

Apex Theatre Studio Brings Matilda Jr. to The Waterworks from March 13 to April 2

The Apex Theatre Studio will present Matilda Jr. at The Waterworks in St. Augustine, Florida from March 31 to April 2. The show is about a girl named Matilda who dreams of a better life and inspires other children to rebel against the grown-ups. Matilda has special powers and impresses her schoolteacher, but faces challenges from the school’s mean headmistress. The show is packed with high-energy dance numbers and catchy songs. Tickets are available at www.apextheatrejax.com/events. CLICK TO READ SOURCE Images/Source: totallystaugustine.com

St. Johns County Nonprofit Provides Deviled Eggs and Cornbread to Seniors in Need

A nonprofit organization in St. Johns County is helping to feed seniors by providing them with deviled eggs and cornbread. The organization aims to combat food insecurity among seniors in the area. CLICK TO READ SOURCE Images/Source: www.jacksonville.com