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 there’s a two cubic yard limit. For collection schedules or to report a missed pickup, visit the Highlands County website.
The Sebring Community Redevelopment Agency has approved splitting the cost to restore the Sebring Centennial mural on Magnolia Avenue. The board agreed to contribute $2,750 toward the $5,500 project, with the city covering the remaining balance. The mural’s property owner has agreed to keep it in place for at least five years as part of the agreement. Originally created in 2012, the mural highlights Sebring’s history and will soon undergo refurbishment to preserve the landmark for the community.
New York Times bestselling author Michael J. Tougias will present a multimedia lecture on the Cuban Missile Crisis at 4 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 26, at the Jack Stroup Civic Center. The presentation, based on his book Above & Beyond: John F. Kennedy and America’s Most Dangerous Cold War Spy Mission, highlights dramatic, lesser-known moments that nearly led to nuclear war. Tougias will share rare slides, declassified documents, and insights into the critical decisions made by John F. Kennedy during the tense Cold War confrontation.
A Winter Haven man was arrested following a traffic stop in Polk County after telling deputies he didn’t need a license because he was “traveling.” Authorities say 35-year-old Khambrel Breon Jenkins refused to comply with commands and was removed from his vehicle and taken into custody. Investigators later discovered his license had been suspended since 2019 and the vehicle was uninsured. He now faces charges including driving with a suspended license and resisting an officer.