San Sebastian Bridge replacement to begin

Historic City News confirmed with the Florida Department of Transportation this morning that they intend to remove and replace the bridge on US-1, just north of King Street, and the City is hoping that the construction and detour will be over on time.

Community

State to assist privatized campgrounds

A state panel responsible for reviewing uses of state conservation lands voted Friday to expedite the planning process for creating campgrounds in 56 state parks, despite some questioning the transparency of the process.

Government

Area mail supervisor admits jewelry thefts

United States Attorney Robert E. O’Neill announced to Historic City News this morning that a 48 year-old Acting Supervisor at the Jacksonville International Annex of the United States Postal Service pleaded guilty to mail theft.

Public Safety

Putting a price on the Galimore Center

Historic City News local reporters have learned that tonight, St. Augustine City Commissioners will consider accepting a $400,000 check from the county to dissolve its responsibility for the Galimore pool under an interlocal agreement.

Community

Davis returns for matching funds

Historic City News was on hand for a presentation from Mike Davis requesting funding for the “Home Again St. Johns” program at the May 24th joint meeting of the City of St. Augustine and St. Johns County boards of commissioners.

Government

Good-bye Wachovia hello Wells Fargo

St. Augustine’s first, and last, skyscraper began its next identity Saturday and Historic City News reporters were on hand when the Wachovia Bank signs came down to reveal the moniker of their latest tenant — Wells Fargo and Company.

Business

Three students awarded scholarships

Ainsley Warmuth announced to Historic City News local reporters that the St. Johns County Medical Alliance has recently awarded academic scholarships to three graduating high school seniors who intend to pursue an education in medicine.

Community