Month: November 2018

Traffic notes for Christmas Parade and Colonial Night Watch

The City of St Augustine reported the following traffic notes to Historic City News this morning.  Tomorrow, Saturday, December 1, two events will necessitate the closing of some streets and implementation of detours in order to accommodate the traffic of an expected busy day in downtown St. Augustine.

Community

FDOT road repairs and maintenance report

Historic City News was notified by Florida Department of Transportation Public Information Officer, Allen Nelson, that traffic will be impacted at the following St Augustine and St Johns County locations where roadwork is being conducted.

Community

James Colley sentenced to death

At the conclusion of an emotional sentencing hearing this morning, Historic City News watched as 38-year-old James Terry Colley Jr., previously convicted in the murder of his wife and friend in her north St. Johns County home, was sentenced to death today by Circuit Court Judge Howard Maltz.

Public Safety

Chamber of Commerce announces three promotions

St Johns County Chamber of Commerce announced three promotions to Historic City News today. Bob Porter has been promoted to Vice President of Public Policy. He will continue increasing the Chamber’s position as an influencer in the business community.

Business

St. Johns County annual beach driving passes on sale

St. Johns County Beach Driving Passes go on sale December 3rd, according to an announcement received by Historic City News this morning. Tax Collector Dennis Hollingsworth is suggesting that a pass makes a great stocking stuffer for the holiday season.

Community