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The Sebring City Council gave its OK on Tuesday to the concept of a proposed 30-unit apartment complex on State Road 17 ...
12/17/2025

The Sebring City Council gave its OK on Tuesday to the concept of a proposed 30-unit apartment complex on State Road 17 in Sebring, but area residents voiced concerns of the roadway access through their street to the development. See Thursday's Highlands News-Sun for more details. The issue can be found online.

12/17/2025

12/16/25 at 8:12pm - There is a large law enforcement presence in the area of Melady Avenue due to an active investigation regarding a shooting in the area. This is an isolated event and there is not a threat to the community. Please avoid this area as first responders are on scene investigating.

Use promo code “SUN” for 10% discount off your concert ticket!
12/15/2025

Use promo code “SUN” for 10% discount off your concert ticket!

For those looking for a fun historical way to rev up your new year, organizers are planning for a good-sized crowd to co...
12/13/2025

For those looking for a fun historical way to rev up your new year, organizers are planning for a good-sized crowd to convene the afternoon of Dec. 31 in downtown Sebring to celebrate the 75th anniversary of the first Sebring race – The Sam Collier Memorial Grand Prix Endurance. Read Sunday's Highlands News-Sun for all the details on this spectacular event.

The United Way received a $250,000 grant from the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services for a monthly ...
12/12/2025

The United Way received a $250,000 grant from the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services for a monthly pop-up food distribution site in Lorida. The United Way of Central Florida also has three food distribution sites in Avon Park, Lake Placid, and Sebring through the grant. Read more about in Saturday's Highlands News-Sun.

We'd like to welcome back Headliner Jimmy Kopteros! Back by popular demand!Get ready for an unforgettable Saturday night...
12/11/2025

We'd like to welcome back Headliner Jimmy Kopteros! Back by popular demand!
Get ready for an unforgettable Saturday night of laughter and fun at Turn 2 Brewery.
Join us Saturday December 20th, 2025 (doors open at 6:00pm) for an evening of top-notch comedy that will leave you in stitches.
Host - Caroline Post
Feature - Jander Gray
Headliner -Jimmy Kopteros

Christmas Special: The first 50 people to purchase tickets pay only $30.00!

🗓️ Date and Time:
- Saturday, December 20th, 2025
- Time: 7:00pm
📍 Location: Turn 2 Brewery (4496 Tanglewood Dr, Sebring, Fl, 33872)
🎟️ Tickets:
- Price:$35.00
🍺 Pre-Show Tip:
- Grab a local craft beer and a bite to eat from **Turn 2 Brewery**
Don’t miss out on the best comedy event in town! Grab your friends, get your tickets, and join us for a night of endless laughs! See you there!
Tickets available here -------> https://tickets.highlandsnewssun.com/events/saturday-night-comedy-show-jimmy-kopteros-12-20-2025

Avon Park Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) Economic Development Manager Jessica Carlson submitted a letter of resign...
12/09/2025

Avon Park Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) Economic Development Manager Jessica Carlson submitted a letter of resignation Monday. She indicated her last day will be Jan. 5 where she will attend the CRA Joint Board Meeting at 5:30 p.m.
She’ll be presenting a “full transition overview” at the meeting of “all project files, grants, timelines and next steps” that will be “organized for handoff.”
In her notice, she stated her resignation was “not an easy decision.”
See the whole story in Friday's edition of the Highlands News-Sun.

12/09/2025

Come by the Sebring Public Library Friday evening for a "Nightmare Before Christmas" themed Library After Dark party! Therapy Dog Stella will be there, and so will Santa!

Avon Park, known by locals as The City of Charm, continued its longstanding tradition of Christmas in the Park that feat...
12/09/2025

Avon Park, known by locals as The City of Charm, continued its longstanding tradition of Christmas in the Park that featured Highlands County's local musical programs. Monday night at Donaldson Park, a succession of performances filled the air with Christmas classics played by the talented youth and watched by their proud parents and families. See more in Wednesday's edition of the Highlands News-Sun.

After several complaints, the kiosks installed by the Highlands County Tourism Development Council in all three cities i...
12/06/2025

After several complaints, the kiosks installed by the Highlands County Tourism Development Council in all three cities in the county will be getting some fixes. Read more about it in Sunday's Highlands News-Sun.

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