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The St. Johns Citizen Rise and Shine

Your Community-Driven News Leader

A Warm Welcome

Welcome to St. Johns Citizen, your 24-hour headquarters for news, events and buzz throughout St. Johns County and beyond. By consolidating coverage from across our growing community, we bridge the gap in local reporting, offering a singular source of information that resonates with the shared experiences and interests of the people who call our burgeoning area home.

We are committed to serving the residents of St. Johns County by delivering news that is transparent, informative and solely focused on your interests. Join us in forging a space where every citizen and business can collaborate and thrive.

Meet the Publisher

St. Johns Citizen publisher Selim Algar has more than two decades of experience in journalism, most recently serving as Florida Bureau Chief for The New York Post. His writing has been featured in the New York Times, New York Magazine, NBCsports.com, The Austin American-Statesman and The San Francisco Examiner. A Ponte Vedra resident, he co-authored the #1 Amazon bestselling book “At Any Cost” from Macmillan Publishers and has appeared on NBC, CNN and Fox News among other national networks. His beats have ranged from Brooklyn Federal Court to the New York City Department of Education. From mayors to mobsters to middle relievers, he’s seen and covered them all.

Please Reach Out

The Citizen values the insights and experiences of every resident in St Johns County. If you have a news tip, a story idea, or an event you’d like us to cover, please let us know.  Connect anytime via email at newsdesk@sjcitizen.com. We would also appreciate follows and engagement on our new social media channels as they grow. And of course, spread the word.