HISTORIC CITY NEWS January 2022

1964 Civil rights movement in St Augustine

In the Spring of 1964, St Augustine would be the final stage of what was called “The Great Moral Drama” leading to the passage of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Historic City News remembers the impact of Martin Luther King, Jr. on the Civil Rights movement in St. Augustine, aided by this compilation from…

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Limited access to Ponte Vedra Pointe shopping center during construction

The St. Johns County Utility Department reported to Historic City News that for the safety of crews and the public, two access points to the Ponte Vedra Pointe shopping center will be restricted during an underground pipeline project scheduled for completion in late February 2022.

Public Safety

Editorial: Former Mayor Shaver visits the town with an eye toward the future

Historic City News founder Michael Gold was invited to meet with former St Augustine Mayor Nancy Shaver this week on a visit mixed with business and pleasure. The now-retired Shaver, like many Florida retirees, finds that although her life with her two children and granddaughter is abundant, with hobbies including photography and appearances as a…

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Vilano Beach Main Street announces new officers and board

Sallie O’Hara, Executive Director of Vilano Beach Main Street, Inc., a Florida Main Street community, announced to local Historic City News reporters last week a “new beginning” for the organization; one of three community groups within the Vilano Beach and North Beach footprint that includes North Shore Improvement Association and the North Beach Community Alliance.

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Without opposition St Johns County adopts balloon release ban

Historic City News watched today’s meeting of the St Johns County Commission, as they considered and adopted in a unanimous vote to join the State of Florida in prohibiting the release of helium, foil, mylar, biodegradable or photodegradable balloons, establishing a maximum fine of $500.

Public Safety

Orlando Ramirez II receives recognition for promoting historical figures

By: Raphael Cosme Historic City News photojournalist Orlando Ramirez II was recognized and appointed by the Chief of Staff of the Spanish Army as “Ambassador of the Marca Ejercito” on Wednesday, January 12, 2022, during a ceremony at the Castillo de San Marcos National Monument in St. Augustine.

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Hyatt Place on Vilano Beach will feature Pesca by Michael’s

When the casual up-scale Hyatt Place opens its doors to the public this fall on Vilano Beach, Historic City News has learned that the onsite dining and accompanying rooftop bar will be under the operation of a familiar face to the St Augustine business and dining community, Chef Michael Lugo.

Business

Council on Aging announces February programs at River House

Carolyn Karger reported to Historic City News today that the following programs will be held at the Council on Aging’s River House, located at 179 Marine Street in St. Augustine. Registration is required and space is limited for the 4-week long classes that begin in the first full week of February.

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