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City continues the Lightsey Christmas Tree tradition

Until the Seabridge Square shopping center was upended for renovations and remodeling, one of St Johns County’s longest running holiday landmarks, Lightsey and Sons, was a sure sign that Thanksgiving and Christmas were right around the corner.

Business

Governor makes public transportation $10.8 billion priority

Governor Rick Scott today announced to local Historic City News reporters that the Florida Department of Transportation will receive a historic $10.8 billion in the recommended FY 2018-2019 “Securing Florida’s Future” budget to keep Florida’s transportation and infrastructure system the best in the nation.

Government

Ponte Vedra Beach man faces 20-counts of child porn possession

During an ongoing investigation into the possession and distribution of child pornography in St Johns County, investigators identified a computer, located in Ponte Vedra Beach, that was being used to host images of children engaged in sexual acts.

Public Safety

City manager shares his vision of the homeless problem

During the St. Augustine City Commission meeting on Monday evening, November 13th, City Manager John Regan will lead a discussion on the topic of homelessness and panhandling.

Government

Driver of overturned SUV dies in afternoon crash

Florida Highway Patrol spokesman Dylan Bryan informed local Historic City News reporters that in St Johns County, a single-vehicle crash Sunday afternoon left one North Carolina man dead.

Public Safety

52nd Annual Art and Craft Festival

The St. Augustine Art Association reminds all Historic City News readers that it will be time to celebrate the start of the holiday season on Thanksgiving weekend at the 52nd Annual St. Augustine Art and Craft Festival. Saturday, November 25; 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.Sunday, November 26; 10:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.Francis Field, 29 W….

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Community

FDOT road repairs and maintenance report

Historic City News was notified by Florida Department of Transportation Public Information Officer, Debbie Delgado, that traffic will be impacted at the following St Augustine and St Johns County locations where roadwork is being conducted. Be alert to lane closures and temporary detours, as well as increased congestion in these areas. FDOT employees and contractors…

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Community

Local patriots meet a First Coast Tea Party founder

Historic City News readers are patriotically invited to attend the general meeting of the Saint Augustine Tea Party; held at the Village Inn located at 900 North Ponce de Leon Boulevard in St. Augustine on November 14, 2017, 6:30 p.m.

Community