Historic City News

High winds and rough seas hinder young turtles

Over the course of the last two weeks, direct onshore winds pushed several sea turtle hatchlings back onto St. Johns County beaches, resulting in over 250 volunteers being called into action to survey the coastline.

Community

Courthouse Renovations wrapping up

Karen Pan reported to Historic City News that Phase II renovations of the Richard O. Watson Judicial Center in St. Johns County are nearing completion.

Government

Florida teen driver safety week

St. Johns County Tax Collector Dennis W. Hollingsworth told local Historic City News reporters that teen safety is a top priority for all driver license clerks at his office.

Community

Voting begins Monday in General Election

A reminder for Historic City News readers that early voting for the General Election begins Monday October 18th and will continue Monday through Saturday until October 30th.

Government

Native Plant Society program announced

Renee Stambaugh, President of the local Sea Oats Chapter of Florida Native Plant Society, announced to Historic City News that the program for their November meeting will be “Plant Identification”.

Community

Letter: Bridge of Lions traffic

Dear Editor: At one time, the Bridge of Lions raised the bridge, if necessary, ONLY on the hour and half hour.

Editorials

Orthopaedic Associates tournament raises $26K

The Second Annual Orthopaedic Associates of St. Augustine Golf Tournament was held on Tuesday, October 5th at the St. Johns Golf and Country Club, according to an announcement received by Historic City News this afternoon.

Community

Recovery zone bonds finance Publix at Vilano

Historic City News reporters have learned that the Industrial Development Authority will be issuing $5.5 million in federal “Recovery Zone” facility bonds to assist in the financing of the new 28,000 sq. ft. Publix grocery store in the Vilano Town Center.

Business