Halloween Haunts in St Johns County

Halloween Haunts in St Johns County

CORN MAZE & MORE
Oct. 6-Nov. 4: Nine acres of a local farm becomes Sykes & Cooper Corn Maze each year — with live music, the maze, games such as a corn cannon, live animals and more at 5995 Brough Road in Elkton, just off State Road 207. Hours are 5 to 10 p.m. Fridays; 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturdays; and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sundays. Cost is $13 for ages 3 to 64; $11 for seniors and military with ID; and free for ages 2 and younger. Admission is CASH ONLY. Theme days are included, with Homeschool Day set for Oct. 5. Live music will be offered from 7 to 10 p.m. on certain Saturday nights. Go to www.sycofarms.com for more details.

Rest in peace, our phriend Phred

Rest in peace, our phriend Phred

Freddie Lee Simmons, 70, of St. Augustine, passed away on Wednesday, October 17th 2018, peacefully at home after a long battle with cancer.  Freddie was always one of the voices of reason in the city’s first online discussion forums, known on Talk of the Town and Plazabum as “Phred”.

Early Learning Coalition helps parents get their child school ready

Early Learning Coalition helps parents get their child school ready

The Early Learning Coalition of North Florida tells local Historic City News reporters that they understand that it really does take a village to raise a child. From assisting families in search of affordable childcare to hosting events and initiatives that promote reading, this local nonprofit serves Florida families in six counties, working every day to teach children early to love being learners.