Lewis Avery Byrd
Lewis Avery Byrd, 64, a native of Bradenton, Fla., died April 2, 2010, at his home in St. Augustine, Fla., of natural causes.
Posted inPublic Safety
Movers either register or get charged criminally
Liz Compton reported to Historic City News reporters that the Florida Agriculture and Consumer Services announced today that legal action has been taken against numerous unregistered moving companies following a statewide sweep that concluded late Thursday night.
Sheriff Shoar to brief advisory council
St. Johns County Sheriff David Shoar advised local reporters with Historic City News that he will be briefing members of the Sheriff’s Advisory Council at a reception for all district councils this Thursday evening.
Posted inGovernment
Kelso announces campaign endorsement
On April 4th Alan Kelso, Republican Candidate for State Representative – District 20 reported to Historic City News local news desk that he has received the endorsement of iCaucus with a vote of 93%.
Posted inGovernment
DCF can not consider lawful firearm possession
Historic City News received word of a “win” for St. Johns County’s adoptive parents today when Governor Charlie Crist signed a new law prohibiting the lawful possession, storage, or use of a firearm, or ammunition, to be used as a criterion for adoption suitability.
Posted inCommunity
St. Augustine police donate cars to academy
Susan Kessler reported to Historic City News local news reporters that the Criminal Justice Academy at St. Johns River Community College has received a donation of two police cars from the St. Augustine Police Department.
Rawlings Society meets at Casa Monica Friday
David Grantges told local news reporters at Historic City News that the Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings Society will be meeting at the Casa Monica Hotel located at 95 Cordova Street on Friday.
Posted inCommunity
Energy Star appliance rebates start April 16th
Local Sears Hometown Store owner Jack Bunch announced to Historic City News reporters that Florida residents can access $17,585,000 in rebates available as part of the state’s “Cash for Appliances” rebate program.
