Happy Thanksgiving from America’s oldest city
As we celebrate Thanksgiving …, we should reflect on the full meaning of this day as we enjoy the fellowship that is so much a part of the holiday festivities.
Month: November 2009
Vehicle hit broadside in Wildwood intersection
Historic City News freelance photographer Christopher Kimball was on the scene of a crash earlier today that sent one person to the hospital — and two vehicles home by way of a tow truck.
Wright selected 2009 Employee of the Year
The motto for the crews of the Solid Waste Division is “Dedicated to Quality Service” and few exemplify dedication to that motto more than Steve Wright — the City of St. Augustine’s 2009 Employee of the Year.
Sheriff’s Office arrests own evidence technician
Historic City News has learned that early this morning, a member of the St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office was arrested on charges of Grand Theft and Official Misconduct in connection with his duties as an Evidence Technician.
43rd Annual Fall Arts & Crafts Festival
Enjoy more than 150 of the finest regional and national artists will be displaying jewelry, glass blowing, sculpture, woodwork, pottery, paintings, photography, textile batik and much more this weekend.
Thanksgiving weekend entertainment
Historic City News was updated on several entertainment options by St. Augustine Visitors and Convention Bureau Communications Director, Jay Humphreys.
America’s REAL First Thanksgiving
Historian Michael Gannon tells Historic City News that the REAL first Thanksgiving took place in St. Augustine, Florida in 1565, some 56 years before the legendary meal in Massachusetts; despite the fact that school children everywhere are dusting off their Pilgrim costumes this week.
Construction necessitates closing of park
Todd Grant, project manager with the City of St. Augustine, reported to Historic City News that the controversial Hamilton Upchurch Park will be closed effective Monday, November 30th.