Until the Seabridge Square shopping center was upended for renovations and remodeling, one of St Johns County’s longest running holiday landmarks, Lightsey and Sons, was a sure sign that Thanksgiving and Christmas were right around the corner.

Historic City News has received word to cancel Christmas.

Facing more than $6,500 in permit fees and no sign of a Christmas angel, Linda Abbott of St Augustine is giving up, at least for this year, telling reporters that time simply ran out.

The St. Johns County Chamber of Commerce has awarded several members of St. Johns County’s business elite for their participation in strengthening the local business community, according to an announcement received by Historic City News from president and chief executive officer, Isabelle Rodriguez.

One of St Augustine’s favorite breakfast and lunch restaurants was the victim of picketing by Flagler College students; then later in the day, members of the extremist group, Black Lives Matter.

The Board of Directors of the St. Johns County Chamber of Commerce will be led by Chairman Mary O’Brien of Keen, LLC during the 2017-18 fiscal year, according to an announcement received by Historic City News today.

The St Augustine Alligator Farm and Zoological Park reported to Historic City News that they are planning a special three-night Halloween event for kids of all ages.

Superintendent for the National Parks of the Caribbean in San Juan reported to Historic City News this morning that all National Park Service Units in Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands will remain closed until further notice.