Category: Community

Historic City News observed that while most of the nation mourned Sargent Shriver as the founder of the Peace Corps, St. Augustine resident George McGovern remembers Shriver as a dear friend and former presidential running-mate.

Troy Blevins, St. Johns County Recreation and Parks Director, provided highlights and updates for Historic City News readers interested both adult and youth activities; going on in the St. Augustine area, now.

Chris Sivley told local Historic City News reporters that he needs readers to show their support for the brave men and women of our armed forces who have been wounded in the global war on terror.

St. Johns County Cultural Council, the county’s designated local arts agency, periodically reports upcoming cultural events to local Historic City News reporters for the benefit of our readers.

Marcus Nevacoff, beloved husband and friend, died on January 17, 2011, at Flagler Hospital.

The City of St. Augustine told local Historic City News reporters that four employees in the Department of Public Works recently had their hair cut as a contribution to Locks of Love — a non-profit organization which provides natural hairpieces to financially disadvantaged children.

Historic City News has learned that a series – The Civil War in Northeast Florida – begins tonight with a lecture by Dr. Michael Gannon on St. Augustine Catholics, Slavery, and Secession.

By Amber J. Cabrera St. Augustine Growing up in St. Augustine, some of my favorite memories are of going out to eat with my mother and grandmother.