Jay Humphreys, Communications Director for the St. Augustine, Ponte Vedra & The Beaches Visitors and Convention Bureau, reported to Historic City News this morning that The St. Augustine Alligator Farm Zoological Park has been named one of the Nation’s “Seven Summer Learning Wonders” by Sylvan Learning.

In a story submitted to Historic City News this morning by Tara Howard, we were informed that applications for the Leadership St. Johns (LSJ) Class of 2009 are now being accepted.

Historic City News has been informed that the public is invited to attend a special meeting of the St. Johns County Civic Roundtable on Monday, August 11, starting at 9:00 a.m. in the County Auditorium.

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

St. Johns Sheriff’s Office and Fire Rescue are on the scene of a general aviation aircraft crash at The St. Augustine Airport according to a breaking report from Sgt. Chuck Mulligan.

County Administrator Michael Wanchick reported to Historic City News today that he is pleased with the actions of the County Commission to reform the Employee Health Insurance Plan; a move which Wanchick says “was a critical step for the County.”

Jay Humphreys reported to Historic City News about upcoming events this weekend in the St. Augustine area.

Ryan Dettra reports to Historic City News yesterday that The St. Johns County Fairgrounds will host a Pro Rodeo event August 15th and 16th.