Cultural Events this weekend
St. Johns County Cultural Council, the county’s designated local arts agency, periodically reports upcoming cultural events to local Historic City News reporters for the benefit of our readers.
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Preliminary autopsy confirms Brookins homicide
Detectives with the St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office Robbery Homicide Unit are continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding the death of a 45-year old Duval County man.
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Aviles Street Project Unfolding
In October 2009, Historic City News reported that Halback Design Group made a presentation to the St. Augustine City Commission to improve access and visibility of Aviles Street; considered the oldest street in the oldest city in the United States.
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FEC Amtrak Passenger Rail Study workshop
Historic City News readers are invited to participate in a joint public information workshop to obtain project information and provide input regarding the FEC Amtrak Passenger Rail Study.
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New background screening for high-risk jobs
Historic City News reporters learned that today, Governor Charlie Crist applauded the Legislature for passing House Bill 7069; requiring background screening procedures for individuals who work with vulnerable Floridians such as children, senior citizens and persons with disabilities.
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Historic City Memories: The Fraternal Orders
St. Augustine and The Fraternal Orders
Part two of a series
Veterans of Foreign Wars and the United Veterans of the Spanish War
By Geoff Dobson
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Juveniles try to outrun cops in stolen car
Local St. Augustine reporters at Historic City News have learned that this morning, Police Officer Chris Miller attempted to stop two juveniles in a speeding vehicle — that appears to be stolen.
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Chief McElroy retires after 26 years of service
St. Johns County Fire Rescue announced to local reporters with Historic City News the retirement of Fire Prevention Chief and Fire Marshal Frank McElroy today; following 26 years of career service to St. Johns County.