Director of Public Information Brian Thompson reported to Historic City News that Flagler College has hired eight new faculty members who will begin this fall.

Historic City News learned that Flagler County ranchers Gene and Marilyn Evans farm-raise sturgeon; a fish that produces pure white steak meat and a rare caviar. And now, the state is giving the couple money to keep it that way.

Weak economy or not, Historic City News has learned that good homes are being built – in fact four will be dedicated along Smith Street in West Augustine Thursday, August 6, at noon.

From the records of Cheryl Strickland St. Johns County Clerk of Court

Historic City News has learned that LAMP archaeologist Brendan Burke just published an article in the July/August 2009 International Ocean Systems Magazine, “the Magazine for Ocean Professionals” (volume 13, number 4).

The City of St. Augustine is taking considerable steps to reduce the amount of pollution that is carried from the storm water system to the local rivers and ocean according to a report received by Historic City News.

Historic City News has been following the efforts of business and property owners who are participating in a project whose purpose is to reinforce Aviles Street as a retail destination.

Jay Humphreys reminded Historic City News that summer isn’t over and there’s still time to enjoy exciting events and experiences while taking advantage of great deals on hotels and attractions in St. Augustine, Ponte Vedra and the Beaches.