St. Augustine and St. Johns County Florida News

  • Publishing the Constitution of 1812 in St Augustine

    Publishing the Constitution of 1812 in St Augustine

    The 1812 Spanish Constitution was in force after its first publication on March 19 1812 until Napoleon’s defeat and Fernando VII’s return to Spain in 1814 — short-lived but historically significant because it established a new system of government for Spain; designed to limit the power of the monarch and prevent corrupt rule.

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  • County FCAT scores among highest in Florida

    County FCAT scores among highest in Florida

    Superintendent Dr Joseph Joyner announced that the St Johns County School District received scores from the Florida Department of Education last week for the Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test “writes assessment”.

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  • 450th Commemoration Youth Ambassadors activities

    450th Commemoration Youth Ambassadors activities

    This month, Historic City News has learned that student members of the St Augustine 450th Commemoration “Youth Ambassadors” will tour the St Augustine Lighthouse and learn about the vast maritime heritage history of the city.

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  • Victory 2012 headquarters holds grand opening

    Victory 2012 headquarters holds grand opening

    The Republican Party of St Johns County will officially christen their “Victory 2012 Headquarters” in preparation for the critical November elections, according to an announcement from Chairman Harlan Mason that was received by Historic City News today.

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  • Sunday – Happening today in Romanza Week

    Sunday – Happening today in Romanza Week

    Happening today in Romanza Week Sunday, May 20 “ROMANZA WEEK”, Monday-Sunday, May 14-20, 2012, clusters over 50 shows and exhibitions in a single week to highlight the remarkable living culture of the Nation’s Oldest City.

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Another study — this time intermodal city traffic

Another study — this time intermodal city traffic

City Manager John Regan informed Historic City News that he is crediting the diligent work of a St Augustine City Commissioner with winning a much needed traffic circulation study for the city from the North Florida Transportation Planning Organization.

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Several county boards have vacancies

Several county boards have vacancies

Administrative Assistant Melissa Lundquist reported to Historic City News that she is currently providing applications to residents of St Johns County who would be willing to serve on one of the following volunteer advisory boards.

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Four-way race in place for City Commission seat

Four-way race in place for City Commission seat

Another candidate has entered the race for St Augustine City Commission Seat 1 — bringing to three the total number of opponents who will face incumbent Errol D Jones for re-election.

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Publishing the Constitution of 1812 in St Augustine

Publishing the Constitution of 1812 in St Augustine

The 1812 Spanish Constitution was in force after its first publication on March 19 1812 until Napoleon’s defeat and Fernando VII’s return to Spain in 1814 — short-lived but historically significant because it established a new system of government for Spain; designed to limit the power of the monarch and prevent corrupt rule.

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County FCAT scores among highest in Florida

County FCAT scores among highest in Florida

Superintendent Dr Joseph Joyner announced that the St Johns County School District received scores from the Florida Department of Education last week for the Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test “writes assessment”.

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450th Commemoration Youth Ambassadors activities

450th Commemoration Youth Ambassadors activities

This month, Historic City News has learned that student members of the St Augustine 450th Commemoration “Youth Ambassadors” will tour the St Augustine Lighthouse and learn about the vast maritime heritage history of the city.

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Fire Lieutenant will not forget this birthday

Fire Lieutenant will not forget this birthday

St Augustine Fire Department Lieutenant Peter Eric Weiland turned 42 years-old last Saturday; a birthday the local firefighter will not soon forget — although he probably would like to.

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FDOT road repairs and maintenance report

FDOT road repairs and maintenance report

Laurie Sanderson reported the following St. Augustine and St. Johns County locations to Historic City News where the Florida Department of Transportation will be conducting roadwork that is expected to have an impact on driving, beginning this morning and continuing through the coming week.

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Bank of America branch robbed this morning

Bank of America branch robbed this morning

The St Johns County crime desk at Historic City News in St Augustine was notified that the Bank of America located at 4850 Belle Terre Parkway in Palm Coast was robbed this morning and Sheriff Don Fleming is asking if you can help identify the robber.

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Sunday – Happening today in Romanza Week

Sunday – Happening today in Romanza Week

Happening today in Romanza Week Sunday, May 20 “ROMANZA WEEK”, Monday-Sunday, May 14-20, 2012, clusters over 50 shows and exhibitions in a single week to highlight the remarkable living culture of the Nation’s Oldest City.

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Saturday – Happening today in Romanza Week

Saturday – Happening today in Romanza Week

Happening today in Romanza Week Saturday, May 19 “ROMANZA WEEK”, Monday-Sunday, May 14-20, 2012, clusters over 50 shows and exhibitions in a single week to highlight the remarkable living culture of the Nation’s Oldest City.

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Art in the Park open house at Fort Mose

Art in the Park open house at Fort Mose

Park Service Specialist Terri Newmans announced to Historic City News that Fort Mose Historic State Park would host an open house in the visitor center on May 25, from 5:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. as part of this year’s Art in the Park program.

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Other Recent News

Marriage Licenses Applications – 5/20/2012

Marriage Licenses Applications – 5/20/2012

The information contained in this report is taken from sources deemed reliable; the accuracy and completeness of which Historic City News does not control and cannot guarantee. The original public records are on file with the St. Johns County Clerk of Court and should be consulted before taking any action.

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Final Judgments through 5/20/2012

Final Judgments through 5/20/2012

The information contained in this report is taken from sources deemed reliable; the accuracy and completeness of which Historic City News does not control and cannot guarantee. The original public records are on file with the St. Johns County Clerk of Court and should be consulted before taking any action.

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School district participating in summer food program

School district participating in summer food program

The St. Johns County School District reported to Historic City News that they would participate in the Summer Food Service Program for Children from June 11 through August 3.

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US Senator hopeful will address local Tea Party

US Senator hopeful will address local Tea Party

The Saint Augustine Tea Party announced to Historic City News that they would host Marielena Stuart at the regular membership meeting this Tuesday, May 22, at the Village Inn located at 900 North Ponce de Leon Boulevard.

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