Guest Column: Florida Marks 150th Anniversary
150 years ago, in early January 1861, a special convention of delegates from around the state met in Tallahassee to consider whether Florida should leave the Union.

150 years ago, in early January 1861, a special convention of delegates from around the state met in Tallahassee to consider whether Florida should leave the Union.
Bonnie Hayflick announced to Historic City News local entertainment reporters that Latitude 30, the First Coast’s 50,000 square foot, all-inclusive entertainment center, will open to the public on Thursday, January 6th at 11:00 a.m.
Lead vocalist Cliff Worrell invited Historic City News readers to enjoy Cliff Worrell and The Restless Kind — appearing in concert tomorrow night and again on Saturday at Molasses Junction Country Store located at 6300 CR-214.
Historic City News is proud that our readers count on us to provide news content and information primarily originating from St. Augustine and St. Johns County, Florida; however, our reporters also follow the local impact of government actions that are making news, nationwide.
In a report published to Historic City News this evening, a statewide grand jury concluded, “The public is tired of officials who abuse their position or ignore conflicts of interest.”
St. Augustine Visitors and Convention Bureau Communications Director Jay Humphreys alerts Historic City News readers that there are many choices for revelers planning to ring in New Year’s Day this weekend.
In accordance with Florida State Statute 775.21, this news release will serve as public notification that the St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office has been given information that a person judged to be a sexual predator is now residing within St. Johns County.