HISTORIC CITY NEWS 2017

Tracking legislation that endangers the interests of a free press

The following is a list of bills the Florida First Amendment Foundation and Historic City News will be tracking throughout the 2017 Legislative Session. These bills have open government and First Amendment implications that could endanger the interest of a free press.

Government

Marchers to protest May Street barricades

Historic City News was notified that Vilano Beach residents and their supporters will participate in a “Walk the Bridge” march on Saturday, March 3, to protest the increased congestion and danger caused by the City’s decision to erect barricades, on North Magnolia and Douglas Avenue, and East San Carlos, causing significant problems on an already…

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Community

St Johns County sexual offender absconds without registering

The Florida Department of Corrections reported to Historic City News that Richard Louis Orzechowski, a 58-year-old sexual offender, was released from state custody on Friday February 27th; however, as of today, he has not registered or complied with his responsibilities.

Public Safety

Damaged overhead power shuts down SR-16 traffic

This morning, Historic City News readers who’s morning commute included traveling on US-1 and on SR-16 faced major delays after a tree trimming truck collided with overhead powerlines at SR-16 and Lewis Speedway.

Public Safety

FDOT road repairs and maintenance report

Debbie Delgado 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.

Community

Palatka woman killed two more hospitalized in crash

At about 6:56 a.m. this morning, Historic City News was informed by the Florida Highway Patrol that a 2014 Black Ford Fiesta, driven by 32-year-old Danielle Billings of Palatka, was traveling eastbound on SR-16.

Public Safety

Guest Column: Support 5G wireless technology

Senator Travis Hutson Palm Coast, FL Special to Historic City News What do smart cities, driverless vehicles, autonomous drones, and instantaneous 3D downloads all have in common? The need for 5G wireless technology.

Editorials

Flagler Estates shooter arrested while victim clings to life

Orange Park Medical Center released 62-year-old David James Freer from the hospital today, but not to continue his recuperation from Sunday night’s fight at home. Instead, St Johns County deputies were there to take Freer into custody and transport him to jail.

Public Safety