Raphael Cosme reported to Historic City News today from the annual Law Enforcement Torch Run in St Augustine; dozens of participants banded together to show their support for Special Olympics Programs around the world.

St Johns County Recreation and Parks Director, Wil Smith, updated Historic City News about three family-fun events planned by his department this month.

Historic City News readers will have their choice of several beachside worship services celebrating Easter Sunday across St Johns County, from Ponte Vedra Beach to Crescent Beach; followed by the traditional Easter Day Parade complete with an appearance by the St Augustine Royal Family and entourage.

The Art Galleries of St Augustine invites Historic City News readers to enjoy the latest exhibits, music, entertainment and refreshments at more than 20 local art galleries tonight as a fifteen-year tradition continues with the First Friday Art Walk.

Tomorrow afternoon, Deputy Rafael Fuentes informed local Historic City News reporters that about 60 – 80 runners would participate in the annual Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics in St Augustine.

In an emotional ceremony recognizing two high-school teens, Historic City News reporters interviewed Cody Decker and Luke Vaughn this morning as Flagler County Sheriff Donald W. Fleming presented the 17 year-olds with lifesaving awards in what has to be the best “feel good” story in northeast Florida this year.

The City of St Augustine notified Historic City News readers that the Easter Parade, scheduled for Sunday, April 8 at 3:00pm, will necessitate traffic detours and restricted parking in the downtown and San Marco Avenue areas.

Forbes magazine, one of the world’s leading sources of business news and financial information, has named St Augustine as one of the “ten prettiest towns in America”.