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A Sebring woman was hauled off to the County Jail, accused of making a series of bizarre online threats against police Friday night. Cops were made aware of some comments and video that were posted on Facebook Messenger. Over the course of four hours, the 27 year old is accused of writing nearly 200 posts,…

The Military Sea Services Museum is hosting a special program today at 1 p.m. on the Japanese surrender and the end of World War II. The public is invited to learn and reflect on this pivotal moment in history. Later this month, the museum will celebrate the U.S. Air Force birthday on September 18th with…

Highlands County Habitat for Humanity is launching Women Build 2025 — a movement uniting women to create safe, affordable housing for local families. The official kick-off happens Thursday, September 4, from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Avon Park Community Center. The free event will offer networking, door prizes, and information on how to volunteer,…

Highlands County Fire Rescue has joined A Safe Haven for Newborns, a statewide program that gives parents in crisis a safe and anonymous option to surrender newborns. Seven staffed fire and EMS stations across Highlands County are now officially designated Safe Haven locations, marked with new signs. Under Florida law, parents may leave an unharmed…

A Winter Haven man has been charged with two counts of attempted murder after a double stabbing at the Douglas Place Apartments in Sebring. Police say 26-year-old Lishael Benny Torres attacked two people Saturday night after an argument that began when he was told to leave an apartment. The dispute moved to the parking lot,…

A Highlands County pool contractor has been ordered to repay customers he defrauded. On August 11, Timothy Robert Eaton pleaded no contest to seven felony counts after taking tens of thousands of dollars in deposits for in-ground pools he never built. Eaton was sentenced to 10 years of probation and must pay restitution to victims,…

An Avon Park corrections officer is facing charges after deputies say a domestic dispute turned violent. According to the Polk County Sheriff’s Office, 29-year-old Artavis Pierce struck a woman in the face twice during an argument inside their Lakeland home. Investigators noted visible injuries on the victim. Pierce was arrested and charged with domestic violence…

The City of Sebring has sent a proposed ground lease agreement for its municipal golf course to the Blackmon family’s attorney, including a $1 purchase option. The lease would begin October 1, 2026, with the Blackmon’s required to invest at least $250,000 in improvements during the first five years. The deal also includes protections for…

An irate parent was arrested at Woodlawn Elementary School in Sebring Tuesday afternoon. Police say the parent refused to follow student pickup procedures and became confrontational with school staff during dismissal. When asked to leave by administrators and School Resource Officer Diego Serrano, the parent refused and was taken into custody. The parent faces charges…

A Sebring police cruiser was among the vehicles damaged in a crash Monday afternoon at U.S. 27 and Flare Road. Three people were taken to local hospitals as a precaution. Investigators say a Ford pickup pulling a trailer was struck by an Acura sedan, pushing the truck into the police SUV waiting in the turn…