Commission on Ethics could not find probable cause against city officials

General Counsel C. Christopher Anderson, III, Executive Director of the Florida Commission on Ethics, provided Historic City News reporters with a press release yesterday that included the official version of outcomes from a secret October 25th meeting that was not open to the public or press.
Restaurants with most health violations in last 30 days

Historic City News obtained records from the Florida Department of Health this week indicating that seven St Johns County restaurants passed their on-site inspection with ZERO violations found on their first attempt.
Local man arrested after brandishing “sawed-off” shotgun in road rage case

Historic City News learned that on Sunday, October 27, 2019, at approximately 7:40 p.m., Deputy Brandon Cologne responded to a report of a “road rage” incident that occurred at the intersection of SR-312 and US-1 South.
Finding lower gasoline prices at the pump – before they go back up

Historic City News learned through the Auto Club Group AAA, that the price of gasoline in Florida fell seven-cents in the past week, and 10-cents in the past 10 days, heading back below $2.40 a gallon.
Florida’s Historic Coast where there’s never a lack of things to do

Here in St. Augustine and Ponte Vedra Beach, we’re never at a loss for things to do. Discover attractions like the St. Augustine Lighthouse. Dive into history at the Fountain of Youth and Castillo de San Marcos. Visit beautiful beaches or go fishing or golfing. Plus, we’ve got dining, shopping and nightlife.
On Florida’s Historic Coast, some of the most memorable natural wonders, historic sites and family adventures are free.
Grant funding will help Lightner create state-of-the-art collections storage

Aided with a $137,682 grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services, The Lightner Museum will be able to continue to preserve, study, and share its unique collections with St. Augustine and visitors to St. Johns County.
Tactile art is an interactive way to experience creativity

The St. Augustine Art Association announced to Historic City News the names of the winners in its 18th Annual Tactile Art Show, which concluded yesterday. The juried show turns the tables on museum etiquette and creates a fun and interactive opportunity for visitors to experience art in a unique way.








