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St. Augustine Police Nab Suspect in Armed Assault with Baton and Knife

St. Augustine, Florida — Police arrested a man in connection with a violent confrontation that left a victim injured in St. Augustine. The incident, which occurred over the weekend, involved the suspect allegedly attacking the individual with both a baton and a knife. Authorities responded to a disturbance call on Saturday evening, where they found a man suffering from multiple injuries. Witnesses reported that the altercation escalated quickly, leading to the suspect using a baton …

St. Augustine High School Expels Eight Students Following Violent Altercation; Student Claims Self-Defense in Public Hearing

St. Augustine, Fla.— A chaotic incident at St. Augustine High School led the St. Johns County school board to expel eight students, highlighting ongoing issues with student safety and behavior management in schools. The incident, which occurred on September 25, escalated into a violent confrontation at the school’s bus loop, drawing significant law enforcement and administrative response. According to school officials, the melee involved several students and was marked by its swift escalation from verbal …

New Documentary “Behind the Smoke” Tells the Story of St. Augustine Gas Station Fire and Its Impact on Firefighters

ST. AUGUSTINE, Fla. – A documentary is set to premiere at the St. Augustine Film Festival, shedding light on the 2011 explosion at a BP gas station located on State Road 16 and Masters Drive. The film, titled “Behind the Smoke,” focuses on the challenges faced by firefighters and the long-term impact of toxic smoke exposure. Filmmaker Jacob Whitley captures the harrowing day of the gas station fire and the subsequent struggles of the firefighters. …