St. Johns County has introduced the Land Acquisition and Management Program, designed to acquire natural and open space land for conservation purposes. The program aims to preserve the region’s beautiful landscapes while also providing passive recreational opportunities for both residents and visitors. Individuals or organizations interested in selling land are encouraged to participate by completing a short evaluation form available on the county’s website. This initiative acknowledges the significance of protecting natural resources, promoting biodiversity, and preserving the county’s unique character. The acquired land will be carefully managed and developed to support activities such as nature walks, bird watching, picnicking,…
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St. Augustine Amphitheatre Prepares for Dwight Yoakam’s Arrival on November 17
Country music legend Dwight Yoakam will be performing at the St. Augustine Amphitheatre on Friday, November 17. The concert will also feature special guests Charley Crockett and Annie Bosko. Tickets for the event went on sale on Friday, July 14, at 10:00 a.m. and can be purchased online at Ticketmaster.com or at the venue’s Box Office. Dwight Yoakam is one of the most successful country artists of all time, having sold over 25 million albums worldwide. He has received 21 Grammy nominations and has won multiple Grammy Awards. Yoakam has achieved 12 gold albums and 9 platinum or multi-platinum albums,…
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St. Johns County Sheriff’s Welcomes Community for Back to School Event
The St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office will be hosting a BBQ bash and career fair as a back-to-school event. The event, scheduled for July 29 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., will include backpack giveaways, music, food trucks, bounce houses, face painting, equipment displays, and information from local organizations. Recruiters from Ring Power and the St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office will be present, offering insights and answering questions about career opportunities within their organizations. In addition, other government agencies will be attending to showcase their own career options, providing attendees with the chance to explore various industries and make valuable…
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St. Augustine Firefighters Rescued Kitten Trapped Inside Car
Firefighters from Station 7 in St. Augustine Beach performed a brave rescue of a kitten on Thursday. A local resident approached the firefighters, informing them that she had heard the cries of a kitten stuck near the gas tank of her car while walking along the beach after work. Cory Mayo and Josh Romaine worked diligently for approximately 40 minutes to rescue the frightened kitten, luckily without any injuries. The firefighters then brought the kitten back to the station, where Josh Romaine and Marc Feliciano cleaned her up and checked for any potential injuries. According to a Facebook post, the…
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