HISTORIC CITY NEWS 2010

OxyContin object of another Walgreens robbery

For the second time since December, Historic City News reporters have learned that a local Walgreen’s pharmacist has been robbed, at gunpoint, inside their store — not of cash, but of the prescription painkiller OxyContin.

Public Safety

25th Hugh Shaw Memorial Longboard Classic

The Flagler College Alumni Association told local reporters at Historic City News that they will be hosting the 25th Hugh Shaw Memorial Longboard Classic on Saturday, May 1st, at 8:30 a.m. at Anastasia State Park.

Community

Inexperienced bidders can attend mock tax sale

“The Internet tax certificate process is fast-paced and can bewilder the novice,” St. Johns County Tax Collector Dennis Hollingsworth told local reporters with Historic City News.

Tax collector to use Internet bidding at tax sale

The St. Johns County Tax Collector’s Internet Tax Certificate sale is scheduled for June 1, 2010, beginning at 8:00 a.m., and will continue to June 2, if necessary, according to a report received by Historic City News this morning.

Government

Suspect taken to hospital after dramatic chase

A 37-year old Georgia woman is in custody on charges of aggravated assault and aggravated battery on a law enforcement officer and faces a host of additional charges today.

Public Safety

Man in custody on capital sexual battery charges

Historic City News has received word that a 40-year old St. Johns County man was arrested yesterday evening and charged with capital sexual battery; according to Sheriff’s spokesman, Kevin Kelshaw.

Public Safety

Burglars on the run – Sheriff asks for help

Historic City News readers are being asked to assist the St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office in their search for four subjects who fled from deputies following a burglary at the Prime Outlet Mall.

Public Safety

Girl Scouts hold baby shower for Betty Griffin House

Outreach Director Kelly Franklin informed local St. Johns County reporters at Historic City News that Girl Scout Troop 1057 enlisted the help of 28 other troops in their unit to sponsor a baby shower for Betty Griffin House.

Community