HISTORIC CITY NEWS 2009

Crist signs water management bill

Historic City News has learned that a measure allowing managers of the five water management districts to approve permits without a formal governing board vote became law on Tuesday over the objections of environmentalists.

Community

Welcoming visitors with a rip-off?

Avoiding the image of a “tourist trap” is not always easy; especially in a town known worldwide for tourism.

Community

Couple’s death of apparent natural causes

Kevin Kelshaw reported to Historic City News this afternoon that the elderly St. Johns County couple who were found dead in their Treasure Beach home Sunday morning, apparently died of natural causes.

Community

Fireworks Over The Matanzas – quick facts

Schedule

Teen Financial Literacy Series continues

The St. Johns County Public Library System reported to Historic City News that they are teaming up with the Florida Institute of Certified Public Accountants to offer another installment of the FREE Teen Financial Literacy Series.

Independence Day Holiday 2009

Historic City News has received notices from several government offices regarding their closing schedule this week.

Government

Congressman Putnam hosts local meeting

Historic City News was there when Congressman Adam Putnam, now a candidate for Florida Commissioner of Agriculture, hosted a breakfast meeting for citizens and supporters at the St. Augustine Skeet Club.

Government

Take Pictures of Fourth of July Fireworks

Night photography can present challenges, but taking great pictures of fireworks is easy.

Community