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FWC offers technical assistance sessions for Boating Grants Programs
The FWC works to improve boating access by evaluating potential sites for new boating access ... more
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Timberline Glamping believes luxury and comfort should not be sacrificed when spending time outside.
Timberline Glamping opens with new location in Kissimmee Prairie State Park
Timberline Glamping announces its newest location for its unique, one-of-a-kind glamping... more
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Older Driver Safety Awareness Weeks is Dec. 4-8
What is even more exciting is Safe Mobility for Life Coalition will be hosting an inaugural Older Driver... more
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Hay bale in Highlands County decorated to support the UF Peanut Butter Challenge.
Peanut Butter Challenge tops last year’s collection
For the second straight year, the winner of the statewide Peanut Butter Challenge is... more
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Santa waves during his route delivering Toys for Tots on the Santa Express Dec. 2
Santa Express to visit Clewiston, Moore Haven & Belle Glade
All Aboard!   The  Santa Express  is preparing to roll into town Thursday, Dec. 7, 2023 ... more
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AAA activates ‘Tow to Go’ for Thanksgiving holiday weekend
As AAA prepares to rescue more than 360,000 drivers with car trouble this holiday weekend... more
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AAA will rescue more than 360,000 stranded drivers
AAA expects to rescue over 360,000 stranded motorists nationwide over Thanksgiving weekend... more
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‘Lava Glow’ – the latest caladium variety.
UF working to expand your options for decorative holiday plants
When you think of decorative holiday plants, you might buy traditional poinsettias. But have you ever considered a caladium at Christmas? more
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NFPA urges extra caution when preparing your feast this Thanksgiving
Overall, cooking is the leading cause of U.S. home fires and injuries,... more
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NFPA reminds the public to celebrate Halloween with fire safety in mind
According to NFPA data, candles accounted for an annual average of 7,400 home fires... more
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Last year’s 386 jars of peanut butter totaling 481.5 pounds of a healthy, nutritious snack.
Spread the word about the peanut butter challenge
Start Giving Season early this year by participating in UF/IFAS Extension’s 2023 Peanut Butter Challenge throughout October. more
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A mahi-mahi created by last year’s seventh-ninth grade, first place saltwater winner, Penelope Horwitz.
FWC to host Florida State Fish Art Contest
The annual Fish Art Contest is now open! more
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Historic 4-H Camp receives $10,000 for Revitalization Campaign
Florida 4-H Camp Cherry Lake sits in the northernmost reaches of Florida, dotted... more
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Glades Electric Charitable Trust awards $16,500 for five student programs
Thanks to Glades Electric Cooperative members, over $16,550 in Operation Round Up... more
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Outdoor and at-home summer activity ideas
Running out of at-home activities for your kid to do? more
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National Fire Protection Association gives electrical safety tips
The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) provides the following electrical safety tips: more
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Photos from the 2022 Lake Placid Caladium Festival
The Lake Placid Caladium Festival was held July 29-31, 2022, more
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Sons of the American Revolution tour Pearce Lockett Estate
Sons and Daughters of the American Revolution toured the Edna Pearce Lockett Estate ... more
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Highlands County Heritage Festival celebrates area history
Visitors to the Highlands County Heritage Festival at the Edna Pearce Lockett Estate on the Kissimmee River lined up .. more
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Florida Cracker Trail Ride visits Edna Pearce Lockett Estate [Photo gallery]
The Florida Cracker Trail Ride stopped at the historic Edna Pearce Lockett Estate on the Kissimmee River on Feb. 18.   more
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