Archive for October, 2008

Flagler pleas to drug and firearms charges

Flagler pleas to drug and firearms charges

A 35-year old St. Johns County man, who has a history with law enforcement, but has not served much time, accepted a federal plea deal recently stemming from an incident that occurred nearly two years ago according to a report received by Historic City News today.

October 27, 2008 | 0 Comments More
Suspected Ponte Vedra Beach burglars arrested

Suspected Ponte Vedra Beach burglars arrested

Historic City News has learned that two Ponte Vedra Beach teenagers were arrested on charges of burglary to a conveyance and possession of burglary tools early this morning.

October 27, 2008 | 1 Comment More
District 20 legislative endorsement

District 20 legislative endorsement

Election Day, November 4th is quickly approaching. We are in the second week of early voting and absentee ballots are being collected. It is with great thought that careful consideration that we ask citizens to cast their votes.

October 27, 2008 | 0 Comments More
Flagler College hosts “Believe in Baracoa”

Flagler College hosts “Believe in Baracoa”

Historic City News has learned that a public relations group at Flagler College will present “Believe in Baracoa” from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday, October 28th at the Gamache-Koger Theater in Flagler College’s Ringhaver Student Center.

October 26, 2008 | 0 Comments More

Marriage Licenses through 10/26/2008

From the records of Cheryl Strickland St. Johns County Clerk of Court

October 26, 2008 | 0 Comments More
Guest Column: A Penny for Your Thoughts!

Guest Column: A Penny for Your Thoughts!

The one cent sales tax “IS” conservative! Let’s face it, the proposed local option one cent sales tax may be earmarked for Conservation and Transportation, but the secondary benefits to St. Johns County will be tremendous.

October 24, 2008 | 0 Comments More
Suspected burglar charged with home invasion

Suspected burglar charged with home invasion

A 42-year old Putnam County man, arrested last week on burglary and other charges, faces additional charges today stemming from a home invasion earlier this month according to a report received by Historic City News.

October 24, 2008 | 0 Comments More
Fire truck collision

Fire truck collision

Historic City News photographer Kerry McGuire was on the scene of this mornings collision between a St. Johns County fire engine and a small passenger car.

October 24, 2008 | 1 Comment More

Guest Column: Chuck Meide at LAMP

Help Preserve Florida’s Working Waterfronts While we here at LAMP and the Lighthouse do not often advocate political issues, sometimes there are items on the ballot that are particularly important for historic preservation or maritime heritage.

October 23, 2008 | 0 Comments More
1940′s WWII Dinner and Dance

1940′s WWII Dinner and Dance

Historic City News has received this snapshot of Dan Holiday and President Millie Huggins of the St Augustine Airport Aircraft Pilots Association at the recent 1940’s WWII Dinner and Dance held at Galaxy Aviation.

October 23, 2008 | 0 Comments More
County administration building dedication

County administration building dedication

The St. Johns County Board of County Commissioners invites the public to the Dedication and Grand Opening of the new St. Johns County Administration Building on Tuesday, October 28th according to an announcement received by Historic City News on yesterday.

October 23, 2008 | 0 Comments More
Great Bubble Blow-Out

Great Bubble Blow-Out

Historic City News learned that on Saturday, October 25th, the Children’s Museum of St. Johns (CMSJ) will debut its newest hands-on, interactive activity for children at Ancient City Kids Day, a festival for children sponsored by EPIC Community Services.

October 23, 2008 | 0 Comments More
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