Music by the Sea to open with a salute to talented women
by: Bill Jones ~ St. Augustine Beach Civic Association As we embark on Season 18 of Music by the Sea, the Saint Augustine Beach Civic Association will open the season with something new and unique. It our first ever Women’s’ Talent Showcase! Join us on Wednesday May...
read moreSBA offers disaster assistance to Florida small businesses economically impacted by the Coronavirus (COVID-19)
ATLANTA – The U.S. Small Business Administration is offering low-interest federal disaster loans for working capital to Florida small businesses suffering substantial economic injury as a result of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), SBA Administrator Jovita Carranza...
read moreIrony of ironies
by: Fr. Nicholas A. Marziani, Jr., D.Min ~ Pastor Emeritus, St. James Church It doesn’t get crazier than this. I’m still amazed at the juxtaposition of two major developments in our world lately that would have us attempt to move in opposite directions simultaneously....
read moreDon’t let fears drive your investment choices
by: Contributed by Edward Jones First, the coronavirus rocked the financial markets. Then, oil prices dropped more than 20 percent after a breakdown in OPEC production discussions. Not surprisingly, the markets took another nosedive. Yet, despite these events, this...
read moreSunshine Bus Company social distancing policy
The safety of our riders and employees is a top priority for the Sunshine Bus Company. In accordance with the Center for Disease Control’s (CDC) recommendations for restricting public gatherings during the COVID-19 outbreak, the Sunshine Bus Company is implementing a Social Distancing Policy restricting the number of occupants to 10 per vehicle, including the driver, and requiring patrons to maintain a six-foot distance from other passengers.
read moreDr. Aguilar annouces candidacy for U.S. House of Representatives 4th District
Paid for by Erick Aguilar Congressional Race Candidate Dr. Erick Aguilar is a Republican Candidate for the U.S. House of Representatives, Florida 4th District. He is for America’s Future with a campaign focusing on families, economy, education, public safety, and...
read moreCan I still list my home during the COVID-19 outbreak? Can I buy?
These are definitely trying times, no matter your age. Plans are changing daily. Maybe you were planning to put your house on the market this spring, move in the summer, or buy a place. Do you have to change your plans?
read moreWill rates go to zero?
by: Gaye Jones ~ AnnieMac Home Mortgage I’ve had several calls, asking if mortgage rates are going to zero? The answer is no, the Fed rate only effects rates that are tied to the prime rate (think HELOC’s, some credit cards, business loans)! The drop in the Fed rate...
read moreSt. Augustine Distillery creates hand sanitizer in response to COVID-19 outbreak
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic and severe shortages of commercial hand sanitizer, the St. Augustine Distillery is using alcohol from its distillery to make their own branded hand sanitizer. The sanitizer includes a percentage of proof ethanol, used to produce the distillery’s local spirits, which is also the active ingredient in commercial hand sanitizer.
read moreWhat does it cost to update from Windows 7 to Windows 10?
Contrary to popular belief, you need not purchase a new windows 10 license, if you are updating from windows 7. So, the answer to the question is “It typically costs nothing to update to Windows 10.”
read moreCOVID-19, information & updates
(St. Johns Coutny, Fla ) – In an effort to provide readers up to date and accurate information, the St. Augustine & the Beaches News Journal would like to suggest the following sources for information on closures, event postponements and cancelations. For local...
read moreHow to protect yourself ~ From the CDC
Know How it Spreads. There is currently no vaccine to prevent coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). The best way to prevent illness is to avoid being exposed to this virus.
read moreSteps to help prevent the spread of COVID-19 if you are sick From the CDC
Stay home except to get medical care Stay home: People who are mildly ill with COVID-19 are able to recover at home. Do not leave, except to get medical care. Do not visit public areas. Stay in touch with your doctor. Call before you get medical care. Be sure to get...
read moreWorst practices
by: Max Royle, City Manager ~ City of St. Augustine Beach Time for the fourth installment in our series of worst public management practices. Today we’ll highlight two. 1, Management by Broom. Here’s the scenario: A newly-hired city manager decides that personnel at...
read moreLove letters straight from the heart
by: Fr. Nicholas A. Marziani, Jr., D.Min ~ Pastor Emeritus, St. James Church Valentine’s Day is, of course, now in the rear view mirror, with perhaps just cards and credit card charges for romantic dinners and expensive chocolates to remind us of the occasion. But...
read moreSpring cleaning
by: Diane Vespucci ~ Re/Max 100 Realty I found myself in a garden center the other day. Spring has sprung and with it is my annual chagrin at the state of my grass, or rather what should be grass but what, in reality, has descended into a tangle of weeds. Colorful...
read moreThe legs of a loan
by: Gaye Jones ~ AnnieMac Home Mortgage When I first got into the business over 30 years ago, we used to say that a loan was like a table with 4 legs. If one leg was weak the table could still stand, the 4 legs were credit history, assets, income and debts. But after...
read moreSt. Augustine Lions Seafood Festival has raised more than $2 million for local charities The 39th Annual Seafood Festival will be held March 20-22
(St. Augustine, Fla.) – The annual St. Augustine Lions Seafood Festival returns to the Ancient City this March. The Festival is a cornerstone of the Lions Club’s fundraising efforts for the year. Founded in 1981, and with more than 20,000 people expected to attend in...
read moreFriends of A1A Scenic & Historic Coastal Byway Supports Local Art Friends of A1A partner with Flagler Beach artist for exclusive design
The Friends of A1A Scenic & Historic Coastal Byway, Inc. are pleased to announce their continued efforts to support and promote local art, with the release of their 2020 Spoonbills & Sprockets Cycling Tour jersey design by Flagler County artist Carla Cline....
read moreWhat does end of ‘Stretch IRA’ mean to you?
Contributed by Edward Jones If your IRA is big enough to help you pay for retirement with enough left over to leave to your heirs, you’ll want to pay close attention to some recently enacted legislation – because it could have a big impact on your estate plans. Here’s...
read moreLawn care advice Joshua Ore, Buds Pest Control
Hot days and rainy evenings may make for a relaxing Florida summer, but these weather patterns are also conducive to pests that will wreak havoc on your lawn! However, there are some signs that you can catch early to keep your lawn green all summer. One insect that is...
read moreMusic by the Sea welcomes new sponsors!
by: Bill Jones ~ St. Augustine Beach Civic Association The 18th season of the iconic Music by the Sea Concerts is just few months away. The series will again be held on Wednesday evenings beginning in late May and running though August. Sponsorship sales are going...
read moreTax season scams recognizing the telltale signs
Thousands of people have lost millions of dollars and their personal information to tax scams. Scammers use the regular mail, telephone, or email to set up individuals, businesses, payroll and tax professionals.
read moreTHE PLAYERS annouces lineup of military appreciation initiatives Complimentary admission for military and discounted admission for veterans; Weeklong lineup of events include Job Fair, Operation Shower, Military Appreciation Day and hospitality access
(Ponte Vedra Beach, Fla.) – THE PLAYERS Championship, which returns to TPC Sawgrass March 10-15, has a long-standing commitment to hosting and honoring men and women of the U.S. Armed Forces and their families. The 2020 tournament will once again offer a strong lineup...
read moreSanderson to present at SAAA, March 3
(St. Augustine, Fla.) - On Tuesday, March 3rd, the monthly meeting of the St. Augustine Archaeological Association will be held. A talk will be given by Rachel L. Sanderson titled, Cemeteries, Documents, and Technology: Bringing Everyday Life in Colonial Florida to a...
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