Today we devote the St. Augustine's Daily Briefing to America's Independence Day. The weather continues with hot🌡and sticky 🥵 temps, scattered clouds and the possibility of rain. Of note, Micah and I will be on vacation Thursday and Friday, July 4-5. Newsletters will arrive in your inbox again on Monday, July 8.
As promised, one more feline available for adoption at the St. Johns County Pet Center . Hours: Tuesday-Friday 9 a.m.- 4:30 p.m. and Saturdays from 9 a.m.- 4 p.m. Meet Cheeto. Did you know that orange cats are said to be friendlier and more affectionate than other cats? Click here to learn what makes this darling so special.
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Happy Birthday, America📕📖📘
The City of St. Augustine will host Fireworks Over the Matanzas on Thursday, July 4. The All-Star Orchestra will kick off the festivities at 6 p.m. in the Plaza de la Constitución. The 20-minute, musically choreographed explosive extravaganza over the Matanzas River bayfront begins at 9:30 p.m. The spectacular, Independence Day celebration will showcase fantastic fireworks dancing with patriotic music to illuminate the sky between the Castillo de San Marcos National Monument and the Bridge of Lions.
Click here for information on parking, free shuttle service, traffic and more.
What else you should know today: 🔊
🚗Drive safely: Florida’s AAA's Florida Tow to Go is scheduled from 6 p.m. Wednesday July 3- 6 a.m. Monday, July 8 . The free, confidential service, available to members and nonmembers, dispatches a tow truck to drive impaired drivers and their vehicles to a safe location within a 10-mile radius. Designed as a safety net for drivers who did not choose a designated driver, appointments cannot be scheduled in advance.
💖🤍💙 St. Johns County government offices July 4-5 schedule: The offices of the St. Johns County Board of County Commissioners ; the Public Library Systems ; the Supervisor Elections ; the Property Appraiser ; the Tax Collector ; the Clerk of Courts ; and the Clerk of the Circuit Court and Comptroller’s Office will be closed. Standard business hours will resume on Monday, July 8. Library services will resume normal hours on Saturday, July 6. Garbage and recycling collection schedules will not be delayed.
💖🤍💙 St. Augustine government offices July 4-5 schedule: The offices of the City of St. Augustine will be closed. Solid waste collections will not be impacted. The Guana Tolomato Matanzas National Estuarine Research Reserve visitor center will be closed. New volunteer orientation will take place on Friday, July 12. Details can be found here . The offices of the City of St. Augustine Beach will be closed. Recycling and waste pick is scheduled for July 5.
🌭Enjoy the dog: Stats show that Americans eat over 150 million hot dogs on July 4.
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Thunderstorms, loud noises and trucks beeping in reverse send my 66-pound heart throb shivering in panic. With July 4 but days away, I reached out to the St. Johns County Pet Center requesting advice and permission to share their information for "Firework Safety Tips."
- Keep pets indoors during firework displays to reduce their exposure to loud noises and flashing lights. Create a safe and comfortable indoor space filled with toys, blankets and treats for a pet to retreat to when frightened.
- Distract pets with calming activities and keep them occupied with interactive toys. Play soft music. Use calming aids such as pheromone diffusers, calming collars, or supplements recommended by your veterinarian to help reduce anxiety in pets.
- Pet collars should contain up-to-date identification tags and/or microchips with correct contact information in case they wander away. Never leave a pet alone in a car during a fireworks display, as they can become afraid, distressed and overheated.
- Pets can sense human emotions, so remaining calm and reassuring during the firework display helps them feel secure. If your pet has severe anxiety or a fear of fireworks, consult with your veterinarian for additional advice and possible medication options.
Hey, along with sharing your favorite St. Augustine moments with us, if you've adopted a pet from the St. Johns Pet Adoption Center, let us know. Send pictures and your story along with celebrating family, friends, and solo days brimming with funny, historical or simply pleasant moments with a photo as well as the "Hey, I have an idea; and did you know; and why is this happening in St. Augustine?" and of course, Tuesday's, "I've got a question" notes to Lviti@gannett.com .
This article originally appeared on St. Augustine Record: 📕📖📘America celebrates July 4
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