HISTORIC CITY NEWS 2019

Free screening of The Smog of the Sea

Communications & Events Coordinator Cindy Walker reported to Historic City News that the City of St. Augustine Beach’s “Sustainability and Environmental Planning Advisory Committee” has invited our readers to view the film “The Smog of the Sea” and participate in an engaging community discussion.

Community

Editorial: Can’t fight city hall — well, maybe

Last year as the five members of the St Augustine City Commission left for their typical Christmas and New Years holiday “break”, the 14,000 citizens who call the city home had no idea that under the cover of darkness there was betrayal afoot.

Editorials

Regular city commission meeting begins at 5:00 p.m.

The St. Augustine City Commission will convene its regular meeting on Monday, October 14th starting at 5:00 p.m. in the Alcazar Room, City Hall, 75 King Street. Arrive early to claim your free parking space and a seat, as tonight’s agenda will attract a larger than average crowd of active citizens.

Government

National holiday allows for free parking in areas downtown

While October 14 is a nationally recognized Monday holiday for the observance of Columbus Day, offices for the City of St. Augustine will remain open for business.

Community

Letter: Support American Exceptionalism through Guardians of American History

Jeffrey Kottkamp17th Lt. Governor of Florida Dear Historic City News editor: I find that many children in our public schools are not being taught about American Exceptionalism.

Editorials

Maple Street Biscuit Company becomes part of Cracker Barrel

Most Historic City News readers love Southern comfort food. So, when two Jacksonville entrepreneurs, Gus Evans, who at the time was laid off from Elkins Constructors, and partner Scott Moore, who at the time was laid off from Winn-Dixie Stores, came up with the concept for an eatery that would be known for its biscuits…

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Business

FDOT road repairs and maintenance report

Historic City News was notified by Florida Department of Transportation Public Information Officer, Allen Nelson, that traffic will be impacted at the following St Augustine and St Johns County locations where roadwork is being conducted. Be alert to lane closures and temporary detours, as well as increased congestion in these areas. FDOT employees and contractors…

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Community

Historic City Arts & Culture News: October 9

Historic Coast Culture’s Farm-to-Fork Chef Series “A Gilded Age Excursion” Oct 17 Join us for the Fall 2019 Historic Coast Culture Farm-to-Fork Dinner on the lawn of the St. Augustine Lighthouse Keeper’s House Featuring Chef Michael Lugo of Michael’s Restaurant

Community