Historic City News

City officials on notice for pending injury claim of local patriot

City Attorney Isabelle Lopez and City Manager John P Regan have been placed “on notice” of a claim filed against the City of St. Augustine, St. Augustine Police Department, City Manager John Regan, Code Enforcement Manager Barry Fox, Sergeant Jerry Whitehead, Commander of Administration of the St. Augustine Police Department Richard Warner, Sergeant Brian Frasca,…

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Government

World Golf Hall of Fame moving this year as its land lease expires

The United States Golf Association announced to local Historic City News reporters on Wednesday that after being a landmark in northwest St Johns County for the past 25 years, the World Golf Hall of Fame is relocating to Pinehurst, North Carolina.

Business

Letter: Overzealous protestors show up at a commissioner’s home

Kim J KendallSt Johns, FL Dear Historic City News subscribers: St Johns County Commissioner Sarah Arnold had protestors at her home a few days ago. This is horribly disturbing. Commissioner Arnold has done nothing except serving our County. She is a wife, a mother of 4 small children, a tireless volunteer, and my friend.

Editorials

St Johns County Chamber returns with two Politics in St Johns events

Communications Manager Jamie Johnson reported to Historic City News that the St Johns County Chamber of Commerce will proudly bring back its in-person events, “Politics in St Johns”, for the 2022 election season. These meet-and-greet events allow the citizens to meet and speak with candidates who are running for public office.

Government

Two child molesters arrested in capital sex abuse investigation

On Friday, July 8, 2022, the Flagler County Sheriff’s Office Major Case Unit completed an investigation into allegations of capital sexual abuse involving multiple juvenile victims. Warrants were signed by Flagler County Court Judge Melissa Distler for the arrests of two suspects identified during the investigation.

Public Safety

Former commissioner Raymond Connor to be honored by City Hall on Tuesday

The City of St Augustine reported to Historic City News that today, Tuesday, July 12, 2022, the American flag at City Hall will fly at half-staff in honor of the late former commissioner Raymond Connor. Yesterday, the protocol was repeated in honor of the late former commissioner Errol D Jones. No ceremonies are planned.

Government

Former commissioner Errol D Jones to be honored by City Hall on Monday

The City of St Augustine reported to Historic City News that tomorrow, Monday, July 11, 2022, the American flag at City Hall will fly at half-staff in honor of the late former commissioner Errol D Jones. The following day, Tuesday, July 12, 2022, the protocol will be repeated in honor of the late former commissioner…

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Government

Discharging fireworks on Independence Day

Since 1941, fireworks that fly or explode have been illegal in Florida. But, in the 2020 Legislative Session, State Senator Travis Hutson introduced Senate Bill 140 which passed and was signed by Governor Ron DeSantis, allowing the safe discharge of fireworks on three “designated holidays”.

Public Safety