Coffee Culture

Built on a dream, Coffee Culture, located next to Serenity Massage of Sebring, was founded by Emmie Pereira in memory of her late brother Jonathan. Together they dreamt of opening a coffee house together but their dream was cut short when he suddenly passed away in 2016. The early passing of her brother pushed her…

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Fizzy Fun

Summer is drawing to a close, but it is still HOT out!  One of the easiest and tastiest ways to beat the heat is ICE CREAM! Sebring Soda & Ice Cream Works established in 2015 by Jeff & Renee Kennedy, and now under the ownership of Daniel and Liz Barber for nearly a year, is…

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Grown-Up Fun

by Hannah Heiring  Highland’s County is a “something for everyone” kind of place! In between multiple family-friendly fun-spots and exciting opportunities for our retirement community; we have a variety of exceptional activities for our younger members who also call this place home! Some are simple and free while others are worth it for a small fee! …

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Morty & Edna’s

Morty & Edna's Now Open in Lake Placid, FL

by Amanda Torres Morty & Edna’s NOW OPEN! If you are looking for American comfort food that “hugs you from the inside” then you are in for a treat! Morty & Edna’s, located at the Journal Plaza in Lake Placid, was born out of a love for small-town living and grandma’s cooking. “My goal as…

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Block Party

by Hannah Heiring Pure Grit Boot Company has made its way back to Avon Park Main Street; bringing its style, professionalism, and passion for our community along with it!  Pure Grit established itself in 2013, as your local go-to for all of your favorite fashion and accessories for our Florida lifestyle! They carry a variety…

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$30 Date Night?!

by Hannah Heiring Highlands County may be well-known for our Snowbirds, but we are also home to a lot of Lovebirds!  Lovebirds go by many names, partners, lovers, or spouses; but all of them share a word for “the one whom I love.” Because Highlands County is nearly always on lake time; we have the…

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Caladium Festival

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by Hannah Heiring If you’re a fan of sunshine, homemade treasures, and beautiful caladiums; then you need to stop by Lake Placid’s Stuart Park for the 29th Annual Caladium Festival! On the weekend of July 26th through the 28th; Highlands County will be celebrating Summer in the Caladium Capital of the World! This Festival has…

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Music Scene

Highlands County is a place that treasures community and embraces diversity while sharing common enjoyments. We do this through annual festivals, occasional events and the more common small-town gatherings. Several shared passions bring people together-a love for food, a love for fellowship, and a love for music!  Highlands County offers live music many times a…

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4th of July

by Hannah Heiring    Independence Day is almost here! Red, white and blue decorations, colorful desserts and American flags are filling up local shops, front porches and inside of homes all around the Heartland! With three public firework shows, and community activities throughout the day, Highlands County is the place to be this 4th of…

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Emerging Nightlife

by Amanda Torres Sebring, Florida has never been known for its booming nightlife, but the tides are turning. Living in Sebring, we realize that a lot of the money spent in the area comes from tourism and the snowbirds and most of our locals travel outside of Sebring for food, drink, and entertainment. Though businesses…

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