Recent coverage by a reality TV show prompted city officials to pass another ordinance regarding digs and archeological finds here in the oldest city. This ordinance reminds residents that findings need to be protected from being exploited by the media. When property is excavated it is to be done with professional oversight to ensure that [...]

Railroad magnate Henry Flagler is commemorated this week in Key West. It was 100 years ago that Henry Flagler’s first over-the-sea railroad train traveled from mainland Florida to Key West. Centennial celebrations continue this week along with a parade through Key West’s Old Town. Over the past weekend celebrations also included an evening period gala ball [...]

St. Augustine’s Film Festival begins tonight on the Flagler College Campus, offering local residents an opportunity to see a wide variety of independently produced films, the kind not normally available outside large cities. Previously named the Flagler College Film Festival, many could have mistaken what it really was. Some were under the impression that it was [...]

What to Celebrate in 2013  The year 2013 will be a year focused on remembrance of the discovery of Florida and by many accounts, mainland America. Historians do believe that Juan Ponce De Leon came to shore somewhere between the mouth of the St. Johns River in Jacksonville and Cape Canaveral, Florida. In 2013, Florida [...]

As I drive into work each morning I am excited as I look forward to another adventurous day in my city filled with history and excitement. I look towards the sunrise wondering what the day will bring. I anticipate an afternoon filled with conversation from visitors eager to learn about the oldest city in our nation. [...]

Here’s Something New to Help Celebrate the Beginning of 2012 in Saint Augustine Just when you thought the holidays were over Old TownTrolley presents a new tour for your enjoyment. The Rock n’ Roll New Years Trolley will run every Friday and Saturday through the month of January so guests are able continue enjoying the 2 [...]