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A Sebring man is facing multiple charges after authorities say he carjacked a vehicle during an incident on May 6th. Investigators say 32-year-old Marion Pina Miranda allegedly punched a driver and stole a Chevy Equinox before leading deputies on a chase at speeds topping 100 miles per hour. The pursuit ended near Arbuckle Creek Road, Continue reading

Highlands County deputies, Sebring Police, and school officials are warning students after two separate incidents involving fake firearms this week. Authorities say one student pointed an unloaded flare gun at another student at Sebring High School, while five teens were detained after witnesses reported what appeared to be a gun being pointed from a moving Continue reading

The Sebring Fire Department, Sebring Police Department and the City of Sebring have canceled the Splash Day portion of Saturday’s 9th Annual Kids Bicycle Rodeo and Splash Day due to Modified Phase III “Extreme” water shortage restrictions. Organizers say the Bicycle Rodeo will still take place May 16th, and families are encouraged to bring their Continue reading

A 21-year-old Sebring man, Tyron Amon Fred Weatherspoon, was arrested Monday after deputies say he accidentally shot a 17-year-old girl in the leg inside a Lake Placid home on Lincoln Road NE. Authorities say the victim was airlifted to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. Investigators report the man was handling a pistol when it discharged, Continue reading

A Highlands County Sheriff’s Office deputy was arrested Monday morning after a minor crash at Sebring Parkway and Kenilworth Boulevard, officials said. Deputy Lars Kirkegard allegedly left the scene and was later charged with DUI and leaving the scene of a crash involving property damage. The Florida Highway Patrol made the arrest around 10 a.m. Continue reading

A former Sebring High School teacher is facing three felony charges following an investigation by the Highlands County Sheriff’s Office. Authorities arrested 26-year-old Chandler Gowan Tuesday on charges including soliciting a romantic relationship with a student and unauthorized access to student records. Investigators say Gowan allegedly gave a 14-year-old student a note asking, “Do you Continue reading

The Highlands County School Board is adjusting to a vacancy following the resignation of District 5 member Nicole Radonski. Board Attorney Shannon Nash says Florida law requires Governor Ron DeSantis to appoint a replacement, as the school board cannot fill the seat or hold a special election. The board will continue operating with four members Continue reading

A local call to give back is happening later this month. Lakeshore Mall in Sebring will host a Volunteer Fair on Saturday, May 23rd from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The free event will feature multiple Highlands County non-profit organizations looking to connect with volunteers and share ways to get involved year-round. Organizers say it’s Continue reading

Highlands County leaders are moving to replace Sun ‘N Lake’s elected five-member board with county-appointed supervisors, aiming for consistency with other districts. County Attorney Sherry Sutphen says an ordinance is being drafted, followed by a public hearing and vote. Commissioners criticized General Manager Ray Bossert for spreading misinformation, while Bossert defended his role and the Continue reading

County officials say online permitting and code services will continue to be temporarily unavailable as the county upgrades to a new digital platform. The switch to the new Community Development eTRAKiT system means online permit processing is paused through today, May 1st. Officials say staff will still be available for general assistance during the transition. Continue reading