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Florida 4-H upgrades camp experience, increases access March 6
As registration for 2023 Florida 4-H summer camp programs is underway... more
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Dr. Steven Noll
Highlands Hammock announces Florida Humanities Program
A Florida Humanities program with an environmental focus is scheduled for March 2 at Highlands Hammock State Park. Dr. Steven Noll... more
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Do you need additional flood insurance?
If you have a policy with the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) and your home was damaged... more
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Butch Thompson at the Edna Pearce Lockett Estate greets riders in this photo from a past ride. The Lockett Estate will be a stop on the trail ride again this year.
Cracker Trail Ride to pass through Okeechobee County on Feb. 23
The annual Florida Cracker Trail Ride will travel from Bradenton to Fort Pierce next week following the trail once traveled by Florida Cracker Cow Hunters. more
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Photo courtesy Sugar Express
Sugar Express event Feb. 24 and 25
The Sugar Express will operate three-hour round trips departing Sebring on Feb. 24 and 25.  more
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A 3D-printed bowl made from corn masa flour.
Scientists rethink food possibilities with 3D food printer
For years, 3D printers have become an increasingly useful technology for creating everything from rollercoaster models to houses. more
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Photo courtesy Sugar Express
Sugar Express to run in Highlands County
Sugar Express will operate three-and-a-half roundtrips departing Sebring and Lake Placid, Florida on Feb. 24 and 25. more
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OKEECHOBEE — The annual Trot for Toys event takes place at Kissimmee Prairie Preserve State Park. Participants bring their own horses.
Trot for Toys is Sunday at Grassy Island
A trail ride to raise money for the Okeechobee County Sheriff’s Office Shop With a Cop program is planned for Sunday, Dec. 18 ... more
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NordVPN reports nearly 2,000 Americans are hacked every minute
Cyber criminals are launching a relentless tide of attacks on US internet users — hacking 1,966 Americans every minute more
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NFPA urges added caution to prevent home fires this holiday season
“December is a leading month for home fires, in large part because many of the activities we engage in... more
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The Santa Express will operate once again on Thursday, Dec. 3. The event is a collaboration of U.S. Sugar and U.S. Marine Corps' Toys for Tots.
Santa Express to visit Lake Placid on Saturday, Dec. 3
All aboard! It’s time for The Santa Express to once again bring toys and holiday cheer to families across … more
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Registration to adopt USPS Operation Santa letters underway
The season of giving is here, and the Postal Service is putting out the call for kind-hearted, generous people... more
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Volunteers: The army behind the army
The Salvation Army is looking for volunteers like YOU to raise much-needed funds and support the community’s most vulnerable. more
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Garden Festival planned in Highlands County
The Highlands County Master Gardener Volunteers are gearing up for their “Let it Grow” Annual Garden Festival and Plant Sale... more
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Be cautious and stay safe on Halloween
As Southwest Florida continues to recover from Hurricane Ian, debris remains... more
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Crunchy or smooth? The Peanut Butter Challenge accepts them all
GAINESVILLE — The Peanut Butter Challenge, an annual jar collection for local food pantries led by UF/IFAS Extension and Florida A&M University (FAMU) Cooperative Extension, celebrates its … more
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Rep. Kaylee Tuck, Glades Electric CEO Jeff Brewington, Conexon Partner Jonathan Chambers, and GEC Trustees at Glades Electric’s historic broadband announcement.
Glades Electric partners to deliver high-speed fiber broadband access
Glades Electric Cooperative has selected Conexon Connect as a partner to deploy high-speed internet... more
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Fire won’t wait ... Plan your escape!
State Farm and the National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA®) have teamed up to promote... more
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Engine No. 148 hauls cane south of the lake.
Passengers can ride historic train
Sugar Express, South Central Florida’s newest tourist attraction, has announced several new events … more
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UF/IFAS Florida Equine Institute & Allied Trade Show takes places Sept. 22
Horse nutrition, ulcer care and more hot topics provided at the annual UF/IFAS Florida Equine Institute and Allied Trade Show. more
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