HISTORIC CITY NEWS 2018

Local resident receives gift of security lights for her home

St Augustine Police Corporal Chris Miller was recognized today by the St. Augustine Police Benevolent Organization for being alert to the need of a local senior who was living without the benefit of outdoor security lighting at her home in the city.

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North Florida filmmaker brings “Falling South” to the Jacksonville Film Festival

Filmmaker Lorraine Portman reported to Historic City News that some of the North Florida cast and crew of “Falling South” will be in attendance at Saturday’s screening, including film editor Jay Pennington and production assistant Amanda Davidson, both of whom are well known to the city’s 48 Hour Film Project participants.

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Death in an apartment fire ruled accidental by investigators

When 36-year-old Sarah Kelly Nuss spoke on the phone with her father, it was Sunday at 4:00 p.m., and it would be the last time she would speak to him while he was alive. Historic City News learned that on the morning of Monday, September 3rd, Sarah could not reach him on the phone, so,…

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Local support for 100 Thousand Poets for Change

Ancient City Poets will present a special event at Corazon Cinema and Café located at 36 Granada Street, St. Augustine on Sunday, September 30, 2018 and Historic City News readers are invited to attend.

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Sheriff upends court bailiffs as investigation concludes

Sheriff Rick Staly ordered an in-depth internal investigation on courthouse security operations on March 19, 2018 after an internal inquiry revealed the need for complete investigation. The original inquiry started after allegations of inappropriate workplace behavior was reported. The allegations included the use of racial slurs, unbecoming conduct, poor supervision and misconduct involving Deputy Jeffery…

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St Augustine Founder’s Day marks 453rd anniversary

On Saturday, September 8th, Historic City News readers are invited to enjoy a full day of activities when we honor Founder’s Day in America’s Oldest City. The event will start at the Mission Nombre de Dios, 27 Ocean Ave., and then process to the Fountain of Youth Archaeological Park, 11 Magnolia Avenue. America’s First Parish…

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State Criminal Judgments August 16-31

Historic City News has obtained the following State criminal judgment information from the office of St Johns County Clerk of Court, Hunter Conrad; the accuracy and completeness of which we do not control, nor can we guarantee. Please review our Terms of Service. The information provided is deemed reliable; however, it is taken from records…

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Divorce actions August 16-31

Historic City News has obtained the following divorce action information from the office of St Johns County Clerk of Court, Hunter Conrad; the accuracy and completeness of which we do not control, nor can we guarantee. Please review our Terms of Service. The information provided is deemed reliable; however, it is taken from records that…

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