Floridians could soon be able to kill bears threatening them on their property with no consequences — if they don’t bait or provoke them first or turn them into a meal or a living room rug later.

Two St. Johns County leaders are pushing for significant changes at the state level to better protect firefighters who experience “line of duty” injuries or sicknesses. It stems from this explosion and fire in St. Augustine that happened back in August of 2011.

A new law will increase the legal age to drive a golf cart in Florida.

Florida Representative Cyndi Stevens filed House Bill 949 Monday, a bill that would improve safe operation of golf carts and other utility vehicles.

This past weekend’s nor’easter brought high tides, flooding, and strong winds to the first coast.

Incumbent Republican state Rep. Cyndi Stevenson is facing Democratic challenger Dave Rogers in this district that covers the northern half of St. Johns County. To the people of Florida HD 17, I offer my lifetime of experience as a wife, mother, CPA and Public Servant. These are my unique qualifications to serve the people of Florida HD 17 during this time of challenge and opportunity. People at various points in their lives may need extra support to improve their bran health in the form of behavioral health services. Behavioral health services include counseling, mental health and substance abuse treatment.