International travelers helping tourist economy
In a review of recent findings of a quarterly survey of emerging market conditions conducted by Bergstrom Center for Real Estate Studies at the University of Florida, Historic City News learned that expectations persist that the real estate market will continue to fall.
Historic city home to Lightner collection
Robert Harper updated Historic City News today with good news for local residents wanting to explore the artifacts of America’s Gilded Age.
Groom steals credit card to pay for wedding

Bus driver discovers mobile meth lab
Kevin Kelshaw reported to Historic City News today that investigators are attempting to locate the owner of a backpack that was discovered on the side of the road this morning — however, it’s doubtful anyone will claim it.
First America refund still on hold

Things to do this weekend in the historic city
St. Augustine Visitors and Convention Bureau Communications Director Jay Humphreys informed Historic City News that St. Johns County residents who purchase full-price admission to the St. Augustine Lighthouse ($9.50 adults; $7.50 seniors and children 12 and under; free for children under 44 inches in height) can now receive a pass good for free admission for an entire year. The Lighthouse is now open until 9 p.m. on Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights through mid-August.
Artistic and cultural entertainment
St. Johns County Cultural Council, the county’s designated local arts agency, periodically reports upcoming cultural events to local Historic City News reporters for the benefit of our readers.



















