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Human remains in woods believed to be missing teen
Zip line anniversary to be part of “Croctoberfest”
Earlier today, the St. Augustine Alligator Farm Zoological Park announced plans to local Historic City News reporters for a rocking October extravaganza to celebrate not only “Croctoberfest” but also the five-year anniversary of the popular Crocodile Crossing Zip Line Adventure.
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City initiates preparations for Hurricane Matthew
The City of St. Augustine crews began standard storm preparations today. Each department within the city has a preparedness plan designed to meet that department’s needs. While General Services focuses on the city’s properties and facilities, Public Works turns its attention to heavy equipment that may be needed immediately after a storm, and the Police department prepares to move to 12-hour shifts.
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St Augustine Beach candidates face off Monday
Two incumbents, both former Mayors, will square off against challengers this Monday night October 10th at City Hall in St Augustine Beach.
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Constitution Revision Commission to convene soon
Some Historic City News readers may not be aware that in the coming months, early in 2017, a little-known but immensely-important commission will be seated and tasked with reviewing and recommending changes to the Florida Constitution.
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Hurricane Matthew Situation Report
Today’s situation report at noon for Historic City News readers from Kelly Wilson in the office of St. Johns County Emergency Management. The next Situation Report will be issued tomorrow at 12:00 p.m. unless conditions dictate an earlier report.
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Notice regarding sanitary sewer overflow
Notice regarding sanitary sewer overflow
In accordance with the Florida Department of Environmental Protection’s new Public Notice of Pollution Rule (62ER16-1), the City of St. Augustine is providing notice to Historic City News and its readers of an estimated 9,000 gallon sanitary sewer overflow.
International Environmental Film and Arts Festival
Historic City News readers are invited to attend the inaugural Cinema Verde St. Augustine @ The Corazon International Environmental Film and Arts Festival; which will take place at The Corazon Cinema and Cafe in historic downtown St. Augustine.