News Update for 10/14/26

The trial of a Sebring man accused of stabbing his neighbor to death in 2023 is underway. Prosecutors say DNA evidence, surveillance video and a knife found inside a home connect Tamario Sanders to the killing of D’Etta Monique Maura. Jurors also heard testimony about Maura’s teenage son discovering her body. The defense is questioning the evidence presented by prosecutors as the trial continues.

Sebring International Raceway has announced the second group of 15 drivers named to its “Class of 75,” recognizing the most successful drivers in the history of the Twelve Hours of Sebring. The latest group includes Stirling Moss, Brian Redman and Sebastien Bourdais. The final 45 drivers will be announced in monthly releases ahead of the race’s 75th running on March 20th, 2027.

South Florida State College has been awarded about 3.3 million dollars through a new partnership with the University of Florida. The schools will share a 4.65-million-dollar federal grant over five years to expand career training and prepare students for in-demand jobs. Plans include updating workforce programs, adding precision agriculture training and creating more opportunities for students to continue their education at UF.

Pepper Natural Health and Wellness has kicked off its annual Thanksgiving food drive benefiting Nu-Hope Elder Care Services. Donations of non-perishable food items will be accepted through November 11th at Pepper Natural Health and Wellness, located at 2827 Alt U.S. 27 South in Sebring. Nu-Hope provides meals to homebound residents and others in need throughout the community.