Local and Florida businesses begin to resume operation
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Local and Florida businesses begin to resume operation

Governor Ron DeSantis laid out the steps that he will follow as we begin reopening Florida’s economy on Wednesday.  A successful demonstration by citizens and members of the Saint Augustine Tea Party was held near SR-312 and US-1 South last weekend.  A spokesman from that group told local Historic City News reporters that they look forward to the end of DeSantis’ statewide stay-at-home order. Ron and Casey DeSantis make their home in St Johns county.

Sex Offender Arrested for Non-Compliance, Living in a Campsite on an Island
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Sex Offender Arrested for Non-Compliance, Living in a Campsite on an Island

The Flagler County Sheriff’s Office Sex Offender Unit reported to Historic City News that they received information concerning 43-year-old Brian Thomas Roy, a registered sex offender who was not living at the transient residence listed on his sex offender registration paperwork. As a transient resident, Roy is required to report in person to the Sheriff’s Office every thirty days. His last check-in was March 12th.

More than 2,900 Guardsmen participate in Florida pandemic operations
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More than 2,900 Guardsmen participate in Florida pandemic operations

The Florida National Guard reported to Historic City News this afternoon that they continue to respond to the needs of the state, helping to protect citizens and interagency partners under the direction of Gov. Ron DeSantis.  There are 2,906 Guardsmen on duty in support of Florida’s COVID-19 response and members are operating 14 Community Based Testing Sites where 85,076 sample collections have been administered to date.