Roscoe Boulevard Bridge re-opens
Michael Ryan, Director of the St Johns County Communications Division, confirmed for Historic City News local reporters today the long-awaited re-opening of the Roscoe Boulevard Bridge in Palm Valley.
Year: 2017
Letter: Protesters on fruitless mission to create discord
Jerry Smith Ocala, FL Dear Historic City News Editor: It is with great dismay that I am forced to observe this inevitable “march to disown history” and to sully the memories of our ancestors in St Augustine on Saturday evening. It is clearly a misguided (and ultimately fruitless) mission to create discord where none exists.
Vilano Beach Economic Summit was a success
Vivian Browning, President Vilano Beach Main Street, Inc. Special to Historic City News For the attendees of the Vilano Beach Economic Summit, thank you for our last 20-years of progress. Your interest and contributions to a bright future for Vilano Beach are greatly appreciated. Your attendance and participation made all the preparations worthwhile and will…
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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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Regan: LightUp! Night will be safe, secure, and fun
Responding to questions posed by Historic City News readers, St Augustine City Manager John Regan offered answers and some assurances to those who were uncertain about attending the Saturday evening LightUp! Night celebration.
Volunteer for Confederate Memorial Advisory Committee
As the Nation’s Oldest City, St. Augustine has a long standing and deep commitment to the accurate telling of the city’s history.
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.
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.