Special Democratic Primary Election
The Special Democratic Primary Election for Senate District 1 will be held September 20th, according to an announcement received by Historic City News today.
Vicky Oakes appointed Supervisor of Elections
Governor Rick Scott announced to Historic City News today that he has appointed Victoria C. “Vicky” Oakes as the Supervisor of Elections for St. Johns County filling the vacancy created last month by the resignation of long-time Supervisor Penny Halyburton.
“Pink slips” for commissioners and administrator
Historic City News was on hand when the Board of County Commissioners met Tuesday evening at a Public Hearing, expecting to adopt the county’s millage rate increases and budget for the next Fiscal Year — what they found waiting at the front door were “pink slips” for them and the County Administrator .
Roundtable hears from firefighters union president
St. Johns County Civic Association Roundtable president Anthony Bosco reported to Historic City News that Edward F. Houston II, president of the St. Johns County Professional Firefighters and Paramedics union, will be the guest speaker at this month’s regular business meeting.
Shipwreck theatre coming to Vilano Town Center
Historic City News business reporters learned this week that Shipwreck Theatre Company LLC, has obtained a license to operate a live theatre in the former location of Vilano Beach Video at 200 Vilano Rd; just east of the Vilano Beach Pier.
Founders Day weekend full of local entertainment
St. Augustine Visitors and Convention Bureau Communications Director Jay Humphreys informed Historic City News reporters that this year’s Founders Day weekend will offer something for everyone in St. Johns County.
Flavors of the Florida historic coast returns
Communications Manager Barbara Golden reported to Historic City News that chefs on Florida’s Historic Coast are once again making history with signature dishes — featuring local favorites and heritage-inspired flavors.
Florida unclaimed property auction next week
Florida’s Chief Financial Officer, Jeff Atwater, announced to Historic City News that his office is holding the 2011 Florida Unclaimed Property auction on September 16th and 17th in Ponte Vedra Beach at the Sawgrass Marriott Golf Resort and Spa, 1000 PGA Tour Boulevard.