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Cold Weather Advisory for Florida

Adventures on Jan 30, 2026

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Winter Haven School Gas Leak

Adventures on Jan 23, 2026

Reposted from Winter Haven Safety Department

Winter Haven Fire

General on Jan 20, 2026

January 20, 2026 fire in Winter Haven

Bartow Fire

General on Jan 07, 2026

A fire broke out at Sonny's BBQ in Bartow, FL on January 7th 2026

Keeping Resolutions

Health & Wellness on Jan 05, 2026

Tips to help you achieve your goals in the new year.

Lakeland Christmas Parade

Adventures on Nov 28, 2025

Full details about the Lakeland Christmas Parade

Vote Now: Ridge to River Land Conservation Program

General on Nov 12, 2025

A proposal for Highlands County to acquire ownership or easements to conserve natural and working lands*, protect drinking water, and support our rural economy.

A Perfect Night Out

Entertainment on Nov 10, 2025

If you’re looking for a perfect evening in Downtown Sebring,there’s no better trio than Gavaghan’s Irish Pub, Dara’s, and the historic Roanoke Boutique Hotel.

Highlands County Trick or Treating Times and Events

Adventures on Oct 15, 2025

Trick or treating time and Halloween events in Highlands Coutny

Back to School in Central Florida

General on Jul 24, 2025

It's back to school time. Here is some information to get you ready for the school year in Florida

5 Hidden Costs of Moving to Central Florida

Lifestyle on Jul 15, 2025

Interested in moving to Central Florida? Here are a few things to consider.

Fourth of July in Orlando

Adventures on Jul 01, 2025

Every year Orlando lights up in a dazzling display of patriotism each Fourth of July, as communities across the region come together to celebrate Independence Day with fireworks, parades, live music, and family fun.

HGTV’s Hometown Takeover Shines a Spotlight on Sebring, Florida

Lifestyle on Mar 28, 2025

The Circle, the heart of downtown Sebring, has been livelier than usual, with both locals and tourists flocking to check out the revamped spaces and redesigned storefronts

A Light that continues to Shine

General on Dec 13, 2024

Christmas can be difficult, but we should focus on the Light.

Festive Holiday Events is Lakeland Florida

Adventures on Nov 16, 2024

Celebrate the holiday season in Lakeland Florida

Davenport Welcomes Planet Obstacle

Adventures on Oct 21, 2024

Planet Obstacle will be opening soon in Davenport, Florida.

Polk County Sandbag Sites

General on Sep 23, 2024

Sandbag Sites to Open in Polk County on Tuesday

Resurgence of Roller Skating

Adventures on Sep 17, 2024

Roller skating, once a staple of fun in the '70s and '80s, is making a major comeback among today’s youth.

The Psychology Behind the Spookiest Day of the Year

Adventures on Sep 15, 2024

So why do we love Halloween? It’s a holiday that hits on multiple psychological needs all at once: the thrill of controlled fear, the joy of creativity, the power of community, and even our deep-rooted fascination with death and the unknown.

Allergy Season

General on Sep 04, 2024

Allergy season is here again, and it's nothing to sneeze at.

Postal Service Honors Pamela Mastin of Avon Park

General on Aug 16, 2024

PRESS RELEASE: As part of the United States Postal Service’s “For the Long Haul” initiative, we are proud to celebrate Pamela Mastin, a dedicated Retail Associate, who has faithfully served the Avon Park, FL community for over 27 years