A ship for St. Augustine? A historic newspaper? Asturian pipe bands from our founder’s region? A Spoleto-style festival? Exhibit centers? …

According to an article that appeared in the St. Augustine Report that was received by Historic City News this morning, building projects in downtown’s historic district continue to advance even in this slow economy.

Historic City News has learned that the National Rifle Association (NRA) is giving FREE 1-year memberships to everyone who wants to join.

The St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office will be participating in this year’s Train Safety Awareness Week, April 19th through 25th according to an announcement received by Historic City News today.

Communications Director Jay Humphreys with the St. Augustine Visitors & Convention Bureau reported to Historic City News that the results of the first phase of the destination master plan for St. Johns County will be presented to the public at the county convention center at World Golf Village.

According to an article published in The St. Augustine Report and received by Historic City News this morning, the continuing effort to create a National Heritage Area in St. Augustine has brought in Historic Preservation Officer and Board Chair of the Santa Cruz Valley Heritage Alliance Dr. Jonathan Mabry of Tucson AZ.

St. Johns County Mental Health and the St. Johns County Public Library System reported to Historic City News that they are teaming up to offer free support groups to assist residents of St. Johns County in dealing with the economic downturn.

The Limelight Theatre’s KIDZFACTORY is working with local author Mary Jane Hayes to produce her original play entitled Emma’s House of Sound according to an announcement received by Historic City News this week.