Nepal, Paris, Rio de Janeiro, Prague, London, Milan and Tokyo. Sadly enough, in these trying economic times excursions to international destinations like these happen only in dreams for most of us.

Republican State Committeeman Jon Woodard reminds all Historic City News readers about the GOP Family Picnic tomorrow that is being co-sponsored by the St. Johns County Republican Party and the Republican Club of Greater St. Augustine.

In 1933, the father of African-American history, Dr. Carter G. Woodson, penned a book entitled, “Mis-Education of the Negro”.

Historic City News cautions readers that if you have to travel Masters Drive, keep an eye on your speed or you and your vehicle will be in for a shock — a jolt from new asphalt speed humps.

Flagler College reported to Historic City News that Victoria Barnett, staff director of Church Relations at the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum, will speak at Flagler College on Wednesday, September 30th.

Communications Director Jay Humphreys with the St. Augustine Visitors and Convention Bureau reported to Historic City News that through October 31st, St. Johns County residents will receive free admission to the St. Augustine Lighthouse and Museum. Residents of Duval, Flagler, Putnam and Clay counties receive half-price admission.

For the second year, St. Johns River Community College, in cooperation with local high schools, is offering a free College Placement Test (CPT) to eligible high school juniors according to an announcement received by Historic City News.

St. Johns County Fire Rescue Public Information Officer Jeremy Robshaw reported to Historic City News that firefighters responded to a residential structure fire in the 2300 block of US1 South at approximately 9:15pm last night.