By Sarah Ellis Few places serve their communities in as many ways as public libraries, which have become essential places for resources, education, and connection. Saint Johns County Public Library Southeast Branch is a prime example of that, as it has become a neighborhood hub…
By Kaia WrightA former addict is not the poster child you would expect to lead people to recovery. Yet Robert Gray not only just chose recovery, but also a lifelong commitment to helping others do the same.After spending years stacking up one wrong act after…
By Chloe Smith Pope Francis’ fragile health following his Feb. 14 hospitalization has sparked global concern about the future of his papacy. Deacon Bryan Ott, Principal of the Cathedral Parish School in Saint Augustine, Florida, weighs in on the broader impact. “It has united not…
Story by Audrey Jirak, Photos by Sarah Ellis This year marked the fourth annual ‘Fill the Floor’ game, held at Flagler’s home court on February 12. Basketball fans and Flagler students alike brought stuffed animals to donate to UFHealth St. Johns Hospital. Fans brought a…
By Rachel Breakie Graphic design students, creative professionals, educators in creative, design, and technological areas: Artifical Intelligence (AI) is transforming graphic design and sparking debate over whether it empowers creativity or threatens the authenticity of human expression. As AI is abruptly transforming numerous industries overnight,…
By Olivia Lockett ST. AUGUSTINE, FL—Success in the restaurant industry isn’t just about great food—it’s about knowing when to change course. John Felico, former co-owner of Auggie’s Draft Room, and his daughter, Flagler alumna Rebecca Kernan, have spent decades opening, running and selling restaurants. Felico’s…
By Sarah Ellis Few things can bring people together, like music, and Carol Kramer and the organizers of the Lullaby of the Rivers Festival have embraced just this. The festival hosted its fifth annual event on Feb. 25, 2025, at the St. Augustine Amphitheatre. Lullaby…
By Sara Orr At 27 years old, the Saint Augustine Amphitheater Farmers Market is a cherished place for so many people and the artistic, welcoming, and diverse community of St. Augustine is reflected through this market every Saturday morning. For about seven years, the farmers…
By Joules Margot 16-year-old Susan “Chubby” Palmer Pollock struggled with arithmetic. She made a 78 in the subject and as most teenagers would, promised to “do better next time.” Unlike most teenagers, however, Chubby did not attend a modern high school. The year, for her,…
By Abby Wahl As far back as I can remember, bats have been my favorite animal. The environmental importance of the creature as well as their curiosity and aloofness drew me in, despite their portrayals in modern media as being evil sidekicks or omens of…