Ted’s Store Faces Eviction Battle

A beloved St. Augustine toy shop, Manly Toys and Hobbies, is caught in a tense battle with the city over its future. Owner Ted Hill, who’s seen steady 20% annual growth for a decade, was stunned to learn his lease might be revoked to make way for new public restrooms. After rallying community support and sparking debate at city commission meetings, he won a 14-month extension through September 2027 — but that’s not a permanent solution. The city still needs to decide whether to fund the bathroom expansion; if yes, Ted must vacate. In the meantime, he’s already preparing to move, even offering a reward for help finding a new spot. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/8f6ee57935c843cf