First Southern Bank acquires Haven Trust
Historic City News was informed Friday evening that St. Johns County based Haven Trust Bank Florida, with offices in St. Augustine and Ponte Vedra Beach, has been taken over by a South Florida bank in a Federal Deposit Insurance Corp. assisted deal.

September may be too early to think about Christmas, but the Flagler County Chapter of the Blue Knights is already helping to assist some local youngsters in having a great holiday this year according to an article received by Historic City News today.
Historic City News local reporters were updated by the St Augustine Police Department that local participation in the “National Take Back Day” is being judged “a success” — with officers collecting 49 pounds of unwanted pharmaceuticals.
Wildlife Rescue Coalition of Northeast Florida announced to local Historic City News reporters that they will hold a benefit golf tournament to raise funds for their wildlife rescue mission to ensure respect for all wildlife through education and conservation.
Historic City News reporters will be on hand for the city commission meets Monday evening in the Alcazar Room at City Hall when City Manager John Regan presents a revitalization proposal for the Willie Galimore Center and pool in Lincolnville.
The information contained in this report is taken from sources deemed reliable; the accuracy and completeness of which Historic City News does not control and cannot guarantee. The original public records are on file with the St. Johns County Clerk of Court and should be consulted before taking any action.
Chris Bodor, Owner of Poet Plant Press in St. Augustine, reported to local Historic City News that readers, writers, and illustrators enjoyed a full day of free events yesterday on the Campus of Flagler College as he participated in the Florida Heritage Book Festival.