First Friday Art Walk on October 1st

First Friday Art Walk on October 1st

The Art Galleries of St. Augustine has invited Historic City News subscribers to browse the latest art exhibits, enjoy refreshments, and live entertainment while they explore the galleries and talented artists that are proud to call St Augustine home during First Friday Art Walk; being held on Friday, October 1st, from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Tourism official believes the long-term planning for tourism is paying off

Tourism official believes the long-term planning for tourism is paying off

The foresight of the St Johns County Board of County Commissioners who decided to continue tourism funding during the darker days of the COVID-19 pandemic, is paying dividends, according to Historic City News sources.  Visitors & Convention Bureau President Richard Goldman says, “Money spent maintaining awareness has led to providing continued long-term hiring to meet local demand.”

Florida Supreme Court disciplines 10 attorneys

Florida Supreme Court disciplines 10 attorneys

Leslie H. Smith, spokesman for the Department of Lawyer Regulation of The Florida Bar informed local Historic City News reporters that the Florida Supreme Court has recently disciplined ten attorneys, disbarring one, revoking the licenses of one, suspending six and reprimanding two. One attorney was ordered to pay restitution.  Attorneys suspended for periods of 91 days and longer must undergo a rigorous process to regain their law licenses including proving rehabilitation. Disciplinary revocation is tantamount to disbarment.