Local General Elections to be held Tuesday, November 3, 2020
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Local General Elections to be held Tuesday, November 3, 2020

The August Primary Election has been certified according to a report from St Johns County Supervisor of Elections, Vicky Oakes. She told Historic City News local reporters that they are already preparing for the November General Election.  If you think your vote does not count, just recall the General Election of 2016, when Paul Waldron, who has never held political office, defeated former assistant St Johns County manager, Jerry Cameron, by just 7-votes.

Two St Johns County attorneys suspended by Florida Bar
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Two St Johns County attorneys suspended by Florida Bar

The Department of Lawyer Regulation of The Florida Bar informed local Historic City News reporters that the Florida Supreme Court has recently disciplined 11 attorneys, disbarring one, revoking the license of one, suspending eight and reprimanding one. One attorney was also placed on probation and ordered to pay restitution. Attorneys suspended for periods of 91 days and longer must undergo a rigorous process to regain their law licenses including proving rehabilitation. Disciplinary revocation is tantamount to disbarment.

Housing Partnership helps those who cannot help themselves
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Housing Partnership helps those who cannot help themselves

From leaking roofs, failing septic systems, plumbing leaks, and electrical issues to flooring and drywall repairs, Bill Lazar reminds Historic City News subscribers that the health and safety of our community is his number one priority.  As executive director at the St Johns Housing Partnership, Lazar has worked on creating public and private partnerships to help improve housing conditions for low-income homeowners in St Johns County.