HISTORIC CITY NEWS June 2020

Deadly single-vehicle crash closes US-1 for more than two hours

Historic City News has learned additional details in the fatal car crash over the weekend that had traffic on US-1 shut down for more than two hours. The single-vehicle crash in St. Augustine occurred just after 3:00 p.m. Sunday, June 7, 2020, along US-1 near White Castle Road, according to a report received from the…

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Community

Split decision reached concerning Gay PRIDE month and rainbow flag

Melinda Conlon reported to Historic City News last night after the City of St Augustine Beach held a special meeting to deal with issues surrounding the recognition of the month of June as “Gay Pride Month”.

Government

Another Ponte Vedra Beach shooting at the hands of a deputy sheriff — this time over a domestic dispute

St Johns County sheriff’s patrol shift leader, Napolian Junior Staggers, was arrested after a domestic disturbance escalated to gunfire at a home in Ponte Vedra Beach this morning at about 1:17 a.m. according to a report received by Historic City News.

Public Safety

Local Tea Party guests will discuss controversies surrounding vaccines

The Saint Augustine Tea Party invites you to attend their open meeting Tuesday evening, June 9th at 6:30 p.m., held at the Growers Alliance Cafe and Gift Shop located at 322 Anastasia Boulevard in St Augustine.

Community

St Augustine Police Chief briefs City Commission on status of key initiatives

During this morning’s City Commission meeting, Monday June 8th, St Augustine Police Chief Barry Fox provided an update on the status of key initiatives in place at the Police Department.

Government

IRS investigating increased COVID-19 related crimes in northeast Florida

IRS Supervisory Special Agent Ryan Thompson informed local Historic City News reporters that the Tampa Criminal Investigation Field Office has seen a variety of Economic Impact Payment scams and other financial schemes looking to take advantage of unsuspecting taxpayers.

Public Safety

May decision stands – no fireworks in St Augustine

After listening to city manager John Regan, who was called out for misrepresenting the status of fireworks displays in nearby locations, Historic City News associate editor Don Louis heard public and commissioner comments — but no motion was made to rescind or alter the May decision to cancel July 4th fireworks in the City of…

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Community

Vice Mayor asks St Augustine Beach City Manager to resign immediately

Monday night during a regular City Commission meeting of the City of St Augustine Beach, Historic City News was able to document a demand from Vice Mayor Kostka for City Manager Max Royle to resign his position immediately. The demand came in the form of a two-page letter from Kostka to Royle.

Government