Author: Historic City News

Grumman wins $432 million Hawkeye contract

Northrop Grumman reported to Historic City News today that after successfully completing a Milestone C review, the E-2D Advanced Hawkeye program has received a fixed-price, incentive fee contract award from the U.S. Navy valued at $432 million.

Business

Deputy loses son in fatal accident

St. Johns County Sheriff David Shoar, the rest of the Sheriff’s Office family and Historic City News extends condolences to Detective Charles “Kip” Brantley and his wife Cindy for the loss of their 18-year old son this morning in a single car accident.

SJRCC instructor recollects police tradition

Historic City News has learned that St. Johns River Community College instructor and St. Augustine resident George Parsons has taken his lifelong passion for law enforcement beyond the beat with his first published book, “Passing the Baton.”

Community

Governor signs Senate gambling bill

Governor Charlie Crist’s office reported to Historic City News that the Governor signed Senate Bill 788 today which outlines the parameters for a 15-year compact with the Seminole Tribe of Florida — maximizing funding for K-12 public schools.

Community

Budgets in the spotlight tomorrow

Historic City News has learned that “first up” in tomorrow’s regular meeting before the St. Johns County Commission, will be three budget presentations from county constitutional officers.

Government