HISTORIC CITY NEWS 2010

24,440 early votes cast

In what started out to be a light turnout of early voters during the first week, 9,156 compared to over 20,000 during the first week in the last General Election, this week’s response closed the early voting session with a stronger finish.

Government

St. Augustine and Florida historical firsts

While some of the first things that come to mind when visiting St. Augustine are the great weather, white sand beaches and world-class golf courses, many people are not aware that the City shares a notable history with Florida that is older than Jamestown and Plymouth Rock.

Take the ferry to an 18th century Spanish fort

Historic City News readers looking for something fun to do during the week will find the historic weapons firing demonstration at Fort Matanzas National Monument a great choice.

Community

March for Babies November 6th

The Northeast Florida Division March of Dimes reported to Historic City News that they will hold the St. Johns County March for Babies walking event Saturday, November 6th and there is still time for readers to participate.

Sewer main construction on Coronado Street

St. Augustine Public Information Coordinator Cathy DuPont informed local Historic City News reporters today that next week, beginning Tuesday, November 2nd, utility construction will be underway on Anastasia Island.

Community

Five easy ways to pay your tax bill

St. Johns County Tax Collector Dennis W. Hollingsworth, CFC, in an effort to make paying your tax bill as convenient as possible for Historic City News readers, notified us of several different options designed to suit the needs, schedules and preferences of all taxpayers.

Government

Local Republicans on Constitutional Amendments

In an announcement released to Historic City News last night, the St. Johns County Republican Party made its recommendation for voters considering the Florida Constitutional Amendments.

Editorials

Local Congressman has plan to reduce overseas threat

Congressman John L. Mica, the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee Republican leader, told Historic City News, “Once again we have a stark reminder that, whether a shoe bomb, liquid bomb, underwear bomb, or package bombs, all originating from foreign locations, terrorists are still trying to penetrate our security systems.”

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