It’s the first day of June, which means hurricane season has officially begun. Forecasters expect a quieter-than-average year in the Atlantic, but it only takes one storm to devastate a community.As...
Medal of Sacrifice becomes law
WASHINGTON – U.S. Representative Brian Mast (FL-21) joined President Donald J. Trump in the Oval Office for the signing of his bill— the Medal of Sacrifice Act (H.R. 3497)—establishing a new honor...
Medal of Sacrifice passes Senate unanimously
November 21, 2024 is a day we will never forget: it’s the day Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Deputies Ralph “Butch” Waller, Luis Paez, and Ignacio “Dan” Diaz were struck on the side of the road and...
Turn around, don’t drown
The widespread flooding risks for Florida’s 21st district are a reminder that we’re less than two months away from the start of hurricane season, where staying alert, monitoring official updates,...
Water safety can’t wait
Right now, the National Weather Service has issued a High Rip Current Risk and High Surf Advisory for coastal Martin and St. Lucie Counties. Some breaking waves are reaching 8 between 12 feet with...
It’s Never Too Early To Prepare For Hurricanes
It’s never too early to make sure you’re ready. Florida sees more hurricanes each year than any other state, making it essential for our community to prepare for the many hazards these storms can...
Backing the blue means no paw left behind
All across our nation, law enforcement officers rely on animals for support—from K9 units to mounted patrol horses, they track suspects, detect drugs and explosives, and even defend our borders....
It’s never too early to prepare.
It’s Hurricane Preparedness Week and it’s never too early to make sure you’re ready. Florida sees more hurricanes each year than any other state, making it essential for our community to prepare for...
Honoring Trooper Zachary Fink On Peace Officer Memorial Day
Earlier this year, the Treasure Coast lost a hero when Florida Highway Patrolman Zachary Fink was killed in the line of duty while pursuing a fleeing felon. A son of St. Lucie County, Trooper Fink...