Republican Women’s Club announces February speaker

The Republican Women’s Club of St Johns County has invited Historic City New readers to attend their luncheon meeting on Wednesday, February 19th, when their guest speaker will be Michael Werner; North Florida Director of Development for The James Madison Institute.

Community

Grand reopening at Robert-Laryn Skate Park

Historic City News was informed that Robert Laryn Skate Park is scheduled to reopen to the public at 10:00 a.m. this morning, Saturday, February 8, weather permitting. A new operator will manage a pro shop staffed with knowledgeable skaters and offers skateboard lessons, skateboards and gear, equipment rental, snacks and drinks.

Community

FDOT road repairs and maintenance report

Laurie Sanderson reported the following St Augustine and St Johns County locations to Historic City News where the Florida Department of Transportation will be conducting roadwork that is expected to have an impact on driving, beginning this morning and continuing through the coming week.

Community

Democrat enters County Commission race

Tuesday afternoon, St Johns County resident Ronald Stafford, announced that he had filed to run for the County Commission District 2 seat, currently held by Ronald F. Sanchez; bringing to five the number of candidates who will vie for the office.

Government

Nights of Lights comes to a close

The City of St. Augustine got a little darker for Historic City News readers last Monday night as the 20th season of Nights of Lights drew to a close. The annual winter celebration of light started its 10-week long run on the Saturday before Thanksgiving and ended on Sunday, February 2.

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