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Highlands County residents serviced by Florida Waste Solutions are reminded that bulk waste pickup runs February 16th through the 20th. Bulk items include large household goods like couches, chairs, mattresses—wrapped in plastic—bed frames, rolled carpet, toilets, and similar items that won’t fit in your cart. Construction debris and extra garbage bags are not accepted, and Continue reading

Soup Up the Arts returns to Sebring High School on February 26, raising funds for seven Highlands County families facing serious medical conditions. Organized by students, the event features handmade ceramic bowls, live student performances and a silent auction. Admission is $15 for children and $20 for adults from 4:30 to 7 p.m. For more Continue reading

Exciting news for race fans-Multi-platinum country artist Colt Ford will headline Friday night entertainment at the Mobil 1 Twelve Hours of Sebring on March 20th. The concert is part of Fan Zone entertainment scheduled throughout race week, March 18th–21st. He will take the stage at 9 p.m. in the Fan Zone. The 74th running of Continue reading

Highlands County Extension will host its second Ag Tour of 2026 on Thursday, February 25, giving residents a behind-the-scenes look at local agriculture and natural resources. Stops include a Dundee Citrus CUPS grove, a citrus-to-biochar project, Classic Caladiums, Barben Blueberry Farm, and Lake Istokpoga Park. Tickets are $100 and include a steak lunch, refreshments, and Continue reading

Highlands County Natural Resources wants to hear from the community. The County is planning future improvements at Sun ’n Lake Preserve and is asking residents to share their ideas and feedback. They’re working with Kimley-Horn on the project, and public input is open through the end of February. Visit highlandsfl.gov to take part and help Continue reading

One person is dead and four others were injured after a three-vehicle crash Friday night in Highlands County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol. Troopers say a 19-year-old man from St. Cloud attempted a left turn on State Road 70 near County Road 721, pulling into the path of a 21-year-old Moore Haven man traveling Continue reading

Sebring police arrested two suspects following a reported burglary at a home on Lakeview Drive. Officers responded after a caller reported someone loading items from an unoccupied residence. Police say 39-year-olds Ronald Durfee and Kayla Tyrney were taken into custody after exiting the home, where the owner was out of town and had not given Continue reading

Four people are dead following a devastating multi-vehicle crash in Lake Wales. The Polk County Sheriff’s Office says the crash happened just after 4 p.m. Wednesday on State Road 60 East near Capps Road and involved five vehicles and 11 people. SR 60 was shut down for hours as deputies investigated the crash and worked Continue reading

South Florida State College has announced Harry Havery as its incoming Director of Cultural Programs. Havery began the role this week and will spend the next few months shadowing longtime director Cindy Garren, who plans to retire at the end of May after more than 12 years of service. Havery brings decades of experience in Continue reading

Highlands County deputies, with the help of K-9 Waylon, arrested a Sebring man Sunday after he ran from investigators. Authorities say Micah Gregory Brown fled while deputies attempted to question him about a battery case but was tracked to a wooded area off South Egret Street, where he was found hiding. Deputies say Brown was Continue reading