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A Highlands County nonprofit formerly known as Hands for Homeless is celebrating its new name — Hands for Hope. The organization says the new name better reflects its expanded mission of helping anyone in need, not just those experiencing homelessness. The organization now provides food, showers, hygiene items, clothing and housing assistance. Hands for Hope…

A Highlands County man involved in the case surrounding a deadly 2025 rollover crash has been arrested again — this time over alleged threats sent by cellphone. Deputies say Gabriel Monroe Kennedy showed up at an ex-girlfriend’s Sebring home, refused to leave at first, then allegedly returned minutes later, prompting her to run to a…

RCMA will celebrate the grand opening of its new Avon Park Child Development Center with a ribbon cutting Friday morning, September 18th, at 10:30, at 1400 Williams Gray Court. The event will include tours, remarks from community leaders and a dedication to the late Al Hinson Senior. The center will provide early childhood education for…

Highlands County will mark the 25th anniversary of the September 11th attacks with several remembrance events Friday and Saturday. Friday includes a flag display in Avon Park, a flag wave at Fairmont Square from 9 to 11, and a public discussion at the Military Sea Services Museum at 1PM. The annual 9/11 Memorial Ceremony will…

A deadly head-on collision involving two vehicles brought northbound U.S. 27 in South Sebring to a standstill Tuesday night. The crash happened near Tauchens Road, forcing all northbound lanes closed as emergency crews worked the scene. A medical helicopter responded and airlifted one victim from the crash. Florida Highway Patrol confirmed a fatality. Jury selection…

A new family-friendly attraction opens today at Spring Lake’s William Gentry Memorial Eco Park. Sammy’s Storybook Trail officially opens at 5:30 this evening with a free community celebration. The just-over-one-mile trail features story pages about every tenth of a mile, along with activities for kids. It’s self-guided and will be open daily from sunrise to…

A 39-year-old Sebring man is facing attempted murder and firearms charges following an August 24th shooting outside a Family Dollar on North Ridgewood Drive. Police say Terrance Eubanks fired a rifle at a man leaving the store, striking him in the leg. Investigators recovered about 14 rifle casings and say ammunition found at Eubanks’ residence…

U.S. Congressman Byron Donalds made a campaign stop in Sebring Thursday, speaking to a packed crowd at Dee’s Place. Donalds highlighted growth, jobs, workforce training and lowering insurance costs, while urging voters to support his campaign for governor. The Sebring stop was one of several appearances during a busy statewide campaign swing that took Donalds…

Drivers in Sebring will need to find an alternate route around Ben Eastman Road. The northern section between Sebring Parkway and Panther Parkway is now closed for construction. Highlands County Engineering and Hickey Excavation are building a new paved roadway and sidewalk, with the project expected to continue through mid-December. Drivers should follow posted detours…

The West Sebring Volunteer Fire Department will hold its annual 9/11 Memorial Ceremony, honoring the 2,974 people who lost their lives in the attacks, including hundreds of first responders. The community is invited to gather and remember the sacrifices made and the lasting impact on first responders and their families. The ceremony is Saturday, September…