Opening of Pete’s Panther Pantry

South Florida State College (SFSC) recently held a ribbon-cutting ceremony and grand opening of its new Pete’s Panther Pantry on the College’s Highlands Campus in Avon Park. In attendance were…

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Weekend Roundup

Happy first weekend of October, everyone! We hope it has been a wonderful start to Spooky Season for you all! The only thing that could make it better is a…

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Weekend Roundup

Happy Fall, y’all! We hope you all have had a fantastic week and we also want to ensure you have a fun-filled weekend! We’re all pretty eager for a little…

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SFSC Graduates 12 Fire Science Students

South Florida State College (SFSC) graduated 12 students from its Firefighter Minimum Standards program during the Tuesday, Sept. 16 ceremony at the Highlands Campus in Avon Park. Receiving their certificates…

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Fall Fun

Highlands County is welcoming our Florida Fall, also known as “H-Autumn”, in a variety of FREE, FUN, and family-friendly ways! From classic Trick-or-treating, all-are-welcome’ Fall festivals to more taste-based community…

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Weekend Roundup

It’s time to start planning another exciting weekend! Let us give you some ideas! It has been a very generous time around Highlands County lately with everyone coming together during…

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Cinderella Auditions

South Carolina Ballet Holds Auditions for Local Youth for Cinderella Do you know a talented dancer? The Florida premiere of the ballet Cinderella produced by South Carolina Ballet comes to…

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Hidden Gems: Avon Park

 Avon Park is known for its winding and festive Main Street, multiple fish-filled lakes and iconic downtown eateries and shops!! Some of these views will be experienced best during a…

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