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A reminder to Highlands County residents that today, the Bayview Street retail center entrance at the corner of U.S. 27 in Sebring, will be closed during daytime hours so that Excavation Point may perform underground construction in the plaza for a future Century Bayview Storage. Motorists will need to use the U.S. 27 entrance next Continue reading

Get ready for a festive St. Patrick’s Day celebration in Sebring! Gavaghan’s Irish Pub will host a block party later on today featuring live music, great food, and cold beer from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. To accommodate the event, South Commerce Avenue from Circle Park Drive to Wall Street will be closed from 9 Continue reading

Twenty-six-people in Central Florida are facing charges following one of the largest fentanyl busts ever in Osceola County. The Sheriff’s Office says deputies collected over 13-hundred grams of fentanyl during the three-month operation, called "My Brother’s Keeper." They also seized various amounts of cocaine, marijuana, pills, cash, guns, cars, and a house during the investigation. Continue reading

Local law enforcement is stepping up its cooperation with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The Lake Placid Police Department has signed an agreement allowing officers to question and arrest individuals suspected of being in the country illegally. Chief Mark Schneider confirmed that designated officers will receive ICE training and may be called upon to Continue reading

Drivers in Highlands County should be aware of two upcoming road closures. On Tuesday, March 18, the retail center entrance on Bayview Street (at U.S. 27) in Sebring will be closed during daytime hours for underground construction at a future Century Bayview Storage site. Motorists should use the U.S. 27 entrance next to Chick-Fil-A instead. Continue reading

Racing fans, get ready! The 7th Annual IMSA Twelve-Hour Fan Fest returns this afternoon from 5:30 to 7:30 PM in downtown Sebring. This free event kicks off Race Week with IMSA team parades, driver Q&As, live music, and show car demonstrations. The IMSA team parade starts at 6 PM, with top racing teams cruising through Continue reading

A controversial road extension connecting Leisure Lakes and Placid Lakes has been approved unanimously by county commissioners. The one-mile Wildflower extension aims to ease traffic congestion but has raised environmental concerns. The $687,000 project, funded by the Road Construction Infrastructure Surtax, is expected to begin after October 2025. Officials will conduct environmental studies before construction. Continue reading

Highlands County is considering bringing back a local business tax after nearly two decades. County commissioners have asked the County Attorney to research how neighboring areas implement similar taxes. While the tax previously generated about $150,000 annually, officials say it provided crucial safety and regulatory benefits, like ensuring fire inspections and tracking businesses. Supporters argue Continue reading

On Friday, March 14th, West State Street in Avon Park will be closed between South Anoka Avenue and South Florida Avenue for a concrete pour by Marmer Construction. The closure will last through early morning and daytime hours only. Meanwhile, a reminder to motorists that between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. today, Grand Prix Drive Continue reading

We just KNOW you’re ready for another election, but the City of Sebring has one coming up next Tuesday, and Early Voting is available now at the Supervisor of Elections office on South Commerce Avenue. There’s only one item on the ballot, but it’s a consequential one – a Charter Amendment Changing the City Clerk Continue reading