HISTORIC CITY NEWS

McGarvey Communities donate to North Florida Land Trust

When St Johns County developer Jay McGarvey offers new luxury homesites at Ponte Vedra Beach’s Marsh Dunes II there’s something that won’t be included. McGarvey has donated a parcel of land to the north to the North Florida Land Trust.

Business

Richard Corcoran appointed Florida’s Commissioner of Education

Yesterday, the State Board of Education reported to Historic City News that former Speaker of the House Richard Corcoran was unanimously appointed to serve as Florida’s next Commissioner of Education during the State Board of Education meeting in Tallahassee.

Government

Obituary: Jeffery Wilson Carroll

Deputy Sheriff Jeffery Wilson Carroll died Friday evening, December 14, 2018, in St Augustine. He was born September 5, 1971, and was 47-years-old. Visitation for friends and family has been scheduled for Thursday evening at Craig Funeral Home, December 20 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Public Safety

Editorial: Public has right to know the integrity of our sheriff

Editorial: Public has right to know the integrity of our sheriff Michael Gold, Editor HISTORIC CITY NEWS St Augustine, FL For more than 60-years, I’ve called St Augustine and St Johns County my home — not by choice, but by the grace of God, I happened to be born here. I have a deep-rooted interest…

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Editorials

Two Circuit Judges join the Seventh Circuit bench

The Seventh Judicial Circuit reported to Historic City News that they have welcomed two new Circuit Judges and announced changes to judicial assignments for several sitting judges.

Government

FDOT road repairs and maintenance report

Historic City News was notified by the Florida Department of Transportation Public Information Officer, Allen Nelson, that traffic will be impacted at the following St Augustine and St Johns County locations where roadwork is being conducted. Be alert to lane closures and temporary detours, as well as increased congestion in these areas. FDOT employees…

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Community

Will you resolve to serve the community this New Years

Now is the time for Historic City News readers to head the call to community service and show their spirit as the St Johns County Board of County Commissioners announce a variety of board and committee opportunities. If the idea of participating in your local government appeals to you, please apply for one of these…

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Community

Guest: This winter water every-other-week only

Guest: This winter water every-other-week only Ann B. Shortelle, Ph.D. Executive Director St. Johns River Water Management District Special to Historic City News Even in Florida, lawns and landscapes take a break during the winter and naturally go dormant. During December, January, and February, landscapes typically need less irrigation, so now is a great time…

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Editorials