Archive for February, 2009

Airport welcomes US Customs office

Airport welcomes US Customs office

St. Augustine – St. Johns County Airport Media Representative Cindy Hollingsworth has reported to Historic City News that the St. Augustine Airport is pleased to welcome the U.S. Customs and Border Protection Services to our local airport.

February 25, 2009 | 0 Comments More
Flagler hosts local government conference

Flagler hosts local government conference

The Flagler College Public Administration Program has reported to Historic City News that they will be hosting the 2009 Conference for Local Government this Friday, February 27th at the Ringhaver Student Center.

February 25, 2009 | 1 Comment More

Saving history – Trinity Methodist

More presenters than congregation will gather March 7 at 7 p.m. in the continuing effort to save the historic Trinity United Methodist Church on Bridge Street according to information received by Historic City News from the City of St. Augustine’s Public Affairs communique “The St. Augustine Report”.

February 24, 2009 | 1 Comment More
If you haven’t got something good to say …

If you haven’t got something good to say …

Historic City News reporters watched in surprise as additional speaking time and a free “ParkNow” card was offered during the public comment period of Monday’s City Commission meeting.

February 24, 2009 | 0 Comments More
Nolan recognized by Governor

Nolan recognized by Governor

Historian David Nolan was honored last night with the Governor’s Points of Light Award, for his volunteer service to our city.

February 24, 2009 | 1 Comment More
Shoar addresses criminal justice cadets

Shoar addresses criminal justice cadets

St. Johns River Community College Criminal Justice Academy Director, Scott Lancaster, reported to Historic City News that St. Johns County Sheriff David Shoar was the guest speaker at ceremonies held in Orange Park recognizing the academy’s recent graduates.

February 24, 2009 | 0 Comments More

Jacques Cousteau Day video available

William Freeman reported to Historic City News that a video of Jacques Cousteau, the world famous explorer, made during his 1985 visit to St. Augustine, is available as a free download on his website; booksonnet.com.

February 24, 2009 | 0 Comments More
Upcoming seminar and sailing races

Upcoming seminar and sailing races

Dan Floryan, Rear Commodore for Sail at the St Augustine Yacht Club, has announced a free seminar for the sailing public to Historic City News.

February 24, 2009 | 0 Comments More
City should let the market decide taxi fares

City should let the market decide taxi fares

I want to applaud the city commission for their unanimous decision to allow taxi cab operators in St. Augustine the option to establish their own method of calculating the fares they charge their customers.

February 24, 2009 | 0 Comments More
Commission to accept Zeidler as consultant

Commission to accept Zeidler as consultant

Historic City News reminds our readers that the St. Augustine City Commission will hold a regular meeting today at 5:00 p.m. in the Alcazar Room at City Hall, 75 King St.

February 23, 2009 | 0 Comments More
Hickox to be Communication Week speaker

Hickox to be Communication Week speaker

Multiple Emmy Award winning producer and director S. Bryan Hickox will be the keynote speaker when Flagler College’s Communication Department sponsors its fourth annual Communication Week entitled “‘Shaping Your Future” according to a news release received by Historic City News this week.

February 22, 2009 | 0 Comments More
Two arrested on drug trafficking charges

Two arrested on drug trafficking charges

Undercover deputies aided by confidential sources and assigned task force officers moved in on two suspected cocaine traffickers according to reports received by Historic City News.

February 22, 2009 | 0 Comments More
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