National holiday allows for free parking in areas downtown

While October 14 is a nationally recognized Monday holiday for the observance of Columbus Day, offices for the City of St. Augustine will remain open for business.


While October 14 is a nationally recognized Monday holiday for the observance of Columbus Day, offices for the City of St. Augustine will remain open for business.

Historic City News was notified by Florida Department of Transportation Public Information Officer, Allen Nelson, that traffic will be impacted at the following St Augustine and St Johns County locations where roadwork is being conducted.
Be alert to lane closures and temporary detours, as well as increased congestion in these areas. FDOT employees and contractors will be working on the roadways and need your full attention.

Historic Coast Culture’s Farm-to-Fork Chef Series “A Gilded Age Excursion”
Oct 17
Join us for the Fall 2019 Historic Coast Culture Farm-to-Fork Dinner on the lawn of the St. Augustine Lighthouse Keeper’s House Featuring Chef Michael Lugo of Michael’s Restaurant

Daniel E Chitwood, who turned 89-years-of-age this month, passed away in St Augustine on October 7, 2019 at BayView Healthcare.

With more than 450-years of history, ancient cemeteries, centuries-old structures and endless stories of supernatural encounters, St. Augustine is believed to be one of the most haunted cities in America and, therefore, the perfect place to be for all things other-worldly.

Where does the money come from to pay for the political campaign?
These are the contributions electronically reported to Historic City News by the office of Vicky Oakes, Supervisor of Elections.

Where does the money come from to pay for the political campaign?
These are the contributions electronically reported to Historic City News by the office of Vicky Oakes, Supervisor of Elections.

Steve Moranda, a certified gun instructor, will be the special guest speaker Tuesday evening October 8, 2019 at 6:30 p.m., when the Saint Augustine Tea Party attends a handgun safety presentation at the Ascot Shooting Range, 447 East Cracker Swamp Road, East Palatka, FL 32131.