RIP: People United to Stop Homelessness
Historic City News regrets reports that the local homeless advocate organization “PUSH”, expired peacefully on February 16, 2011, surrounded by founder Mary Lawrence and other caring members.
Conviction in federal sex-trafficking case
Historic City News received notice from the U.S. Department of Justice that a 45 year-old New York City man that was operating a wide-reaching sex trafficking ring in Jacksonville, now faces a maximum penalty of two consecutive life sentences plus 35 years in federal prison for his crimes.
Bridge may win RS&H Engineering Excellence award
American Council of Engineering Companies notified Historic City News this afternoon that Reynolds, Smith & Hills, Inc. of Jacksonville is a finalist in the 45th annual Engineering Excellence Awards competition for restoring the historic Bridge of Lions.
Fire Rescue applies for SAFER grant
Historic City News listened as St. Johns County Administrator Michael Wanchick put commissioners on-point Tuesday regarding the un-manned Fire Station 15; calling for a decision concerning staffing.
Police shut down Davis Shores drug house
Community Affairs Officer Barbara Stevens reported to Historic City News that the St. Augustine Police Department has shutdown an alleged drug house after serving a search warrant at a residence on the corner of Flagler Boulevard and Gerado Street in Davis Shores.
Music, theater, art and chocolate this weekend
St. Augustine Visitors and Convention Bureau Communications Director Jay Humphreys reported some great entertainment ideas for Historic City News readers to enjoy this weekend, including St. Augustine’s Original Chocolate Tour.
Letter: Where is the Anderson Circle flag?
Dear Editor: I am a businessman who has lived and worked downtown over the past fifty years.
Business corporations should question notices
Historic City News has received an alert for all business owners from the Florida Department of State, Division of Corporations, who may have received a solicitation that could be easily mistaken to be an officially required corporation document.