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Lasting place of remembrance for firefighters, families and community
Historic City News was informed that on last Friday, January 9th, St. Johns County Fire Rescue dedicated a permanent “Fallen Firefighter Memorial” honoring firefighters who lost their lives in the line of duty and recognizing the courage, sacrifice, and commitment that define the profession. The ceremony also included the dedication of the department’s 9/11 Memorial, symbolized by a tree planted at the site to commemorate the lives lost on Sept. 11, 2001, and the sacrifices of first responders.
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.
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.
Dear Editor:
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.
Karen Pan, St. Johns County spokesperson, notified Historic City News of the following President’s Day closures for various offices are listed below:
Jigme K. Norbu, the 45 year-old son of Dr. Thubten J. Norbu, and nephew of His Holiness the Dalai Lama, left St. Augustine yesterday en route to West Palm Beach on a 300-mile “Walk for Tibet” that would end tragically 25 miles later.
Flagler College invites Historic City News readers to participate in a four-part planning workshop for small businesses in cooperation with the St Johns Chamber of Commerce and the small business counselors from SCORE.