A narcotics bust took place on Chapin Street in St. Augustine, according to Action News Jax. The news outlet spoke with an anonymous neighbor who mentioned the regular presence of suspicious activity on that road. The neighbor stated that they were awakened around 5 am by police announcements over the intercom. Photos sent by viewers to Action News Jax showed several individuals on the ground, appearing to be detained by the police. The St. Augustine Police Department’s narcotics unit executed search warrants at 101 and 103 Chapin St. The search resulted in 13 arrests, with the individuals being taken to…
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Mysterious Influx of Ball Pythons Strikes St. Johns Neighborhood
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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