It may be difficult for Historic City News readers to imagine a time when no one was looking out for the welfare of horses, ponies, donkeys and mules; given how much they are a part of the St. Augustine and St. Johns County landscape.

The City of St Augustine has suggested several ways for Historic City News readers to celebrate the return of the famous St. Augustine lions to the west end of the bridge after a six-year hibernation.

Historic City News readers are invited to attend the annual Menorcan Society Festival in the Llambias House gardens and courtyard Saturday

Betsy Clarkson, Superintendent of Recreation, reported to Historic City News that the Recreation and Parks Department is recruiting volunteers to assist in parks across St. Johns County.

St Augustine Sunrise Rotary member Martha Graham announced to local Historic City News reporters the entertainment lineup for this year’s Rhythm and Ribs Festival.

Cathy Dupont informed Historic City News that the St. Patrick’s Day Parade scheduled for Saturday, March 12th at 10:00 a.m. will necessitate a number of disruptions of traffic in parts of downtown St. Augustine.

Philip Freimann announced to local Historic City News reporters that former Marine, Steve Rife, is staying in St. Augustine tonight as he makes his way on the second leg of his charity bicycle ride from San Diego, California to Augusta, Maine.