Arguably one of our greatest local treasures and site most true to the way it appeared around the time it was built in 1824 is the public market pavilion located in the central plaza of St. Augustine.

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

Cathy Dupont urges Historic City News readers on behalf of St. Augustine’s Fire and Police Chiefs to do our part to keep July 4th safe and legal with a friendly reminder of ordinances in force in the City regarding personal fireworks.

Historic City News has learned that a measure allowing managers of the five water management districts to approve permits without a formal governing board vote became law on Tuesday over the objections of environmentalists.

Avoiding the image of a “tourist trap” is not always easy; especially in a town known worldwide for tourism.

Kevin Kelshaw reported to Historic City News this afternoon that the elderly St. Johns County couple who were found dead in their Treasure Beach home Sunday morning, apparently died of natural causes.

Night photography can present challenges, but taking great pictures of fireworks is easy.

Bethany Fessenden extended to Historic City News readers an invitation to join NASCAR driver and Flagler Alum Scott Lagasse’ Jr. of Americas Incredible Pizza/CJM Racing for a special local event.