Family-owned and operated since 1967, Whetstone Chocolates is a St. Augustine original; and, the original Whetstone Chocolates’ factory tour, offers a delectable behind-the-scenes look at the art and science of artisan chocolate-making.

Yoda Fordem, President of St. Augustine Air Shows, informed local Historic City News reporters that an airshow tradition dating back to 1967 will continue on Memorial Day Weekend at Northeast Florida Regional Airport at St. Augustine.

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration joined the chorus of those predicting an active 2011 hurricane season in their official report received by Historic City News after it was released yesterday afternoon.

The St. Augustine City Commission reported to Historic City News that they will present their annual Citizenship Award to a senior from each of St. Johns County’s high schools in recognition of their leadership and service to their school, community and fellow students.

Kim Brumfield, Betty Griffin House Community Awareness Coordinator, announced the winners in their Children’s Art and Poetry Project.

Historic City News readers are invited to celebrate our unique culture and history during the Lincolnville Street Fair.

St. Johns County Audubon member Ali Peyre notified Historic City News that the 2011 nesting season for shorebirds and seabirds along the St. Johns County coastline has begun.

Carolyn Mudgette reported to Historic City News that the Vintage Chapter of the motorcycle rights organization, ABATE of Florida, Inc. and VFW Post 2931, will sponsor “Ride for our Future” to benefit Communities in schools of St. Johns.