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Hi Sebring, we made it to Thursday!
In today’s fun-for-grown-ups edition: 13 charming lake towns, air rescues for police K-9s, and a mom prom + plenty of reasons to put on real pants this week.
Today’s sponsor, Spot Pet Insurance, is something I wish I had before a late-night emergency vet visit left me with a $10,000 credit card bill. It’s cheaper than Netflix… and means you never have to choose between your pet and your savings. It takes less than 5 minutes to sign up – get started here.
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📰 In the news
Artful, historic hideaways: A January feature spotlights 13 charming Florida lake towns, including Sebring and nearby Lake Placid, celebrated for scenic lakes, historic downtowns, trails, fishing, and easygoing waterfront vibes — see the full list.
New lifeline for working dogs: Officials announced Florida’s first air medical transport program for injured police K-9s, with Tampa General Hospital Aeromed training and flying dogs to trauma care near Sarasota, benefiting units near Sebring — learn how the program works.
Ranchers push preservation amid growth: State leaders approved a conservation easement for 1,327-acre Buckhorn Ranch east of Wauchula, safeguarding creekfront working lands near Sebring. Florida Conservation Group and FDACS partnered, though funding remains uncertain — read the full story.
Gold & silver are hot: Coming off gold’s best year since 1979, the momentum is carrying well into 2026 with silver remaining one of the most talked-about assets. Curious why they’re back in focus? American Hartford Gold has a free guide that explains what’s happening and how people are approaching it today. It’s free – and definitely worth a read.
Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175/month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.
Highlights this week:
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🐾 One pet emergency can cost $10,000+
Together with our sponsor Spot Pet Insurance
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As soon as we got home, I dug around online and ultimately signed up for Spot.
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🫶 We got your back
Burgers worth sitting down for: Skip the drive-thru rut; Brew-Haha’s Burger Emporium brings creative, gloriously messy burgers, crispy tots, and laid-back bar-adjacent vibes inside The 301 overlooking Circle Park. Featuring local sips and an easy pace… the kind of weeknight win that makes dinner feel simple.
Midweek roll therapy: If your board’s been gathering dust, roll over to Sebring Skate Park for a quick midweek reset. Friendly regulars, mellow lines, and just enough spice to keep you chasing one more try… then one more. Low-key vibes, light sweat, bigger grin for the commute.
Sea stories, anyone? At Military Sea Services Museum, Navy, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard history becomes close-up, hands-on storytelling. Think artifacts with real backstories, and volunteers who lived some of them. It’s an easy, meaningful hour that leaves you a little prouder… maybe even unexpectedly chatty at dinner.
Access cash without selling your home: A reverse mortgage can help anyone over 62 cover everyday expenses, support healthcare needs, fund home improvements, or even reduce pressure on 401(k) withdrawals – all while staying in your home. Longbridge offers a free calculator to estimate how much flexibility your home could provide, with no commitment required.
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📆 Sebring for grown ups
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🎤 Inaugural Story Slam @ Circle Theatre | Thursday (3/5) at 7:30 PM – Think your ‘I didn’t see it coming’ tale could land in five minutes? The Highlands County Storytelling crew is kicking off a story slam at Sebring’s historic Circle Theatre, where brave locals trade porch gossip for a spotlight, no slides, just grit, laughs, and curveballs.
👑 Dwight Icenhower @ Genesis Center | Friday (3/6) at 7:00 PM – Think you’ve heard all the Elvis impersonators? Dwight Icenhower, a five-time world champ, has shared stages with Elvis’s bandmates, and his voice is mistaken for the real thing. Peak ’73 swagger, hits, and Vegas-level thrills in Lake Placid, without the airport, crowds, or glitter hangover.
🎨 Craft Show @ Lola’s Broom Sticks & Candles | Saturday (3/7) at 8:00 AM – Nothing beats a good craft show, where you can browse handmade pottery, jewelry, and small-batch candles, then pretend it was all for “a friend.” Come see what the locals are making, meet the person behind it all, and swap a little neighborly gossip.
💃 Mom Prom @ Sun ‘N Lakes Community Center | Saturday (3/7) at 7:30 PM – If you’ve been waiting to redo prom without chaperones or curfew, consider this your ABBA fueled second chance. Disco sparkle, DJ Ben from WWOJ, a 360 photobooth, and a stocked bar for 21+ ladies, plus a Mom Queen coronation benefiting Lake Placid Project Grad.
🎸 Tribute to The Traveling Wilburys @ Genesis Center | Saturday (3/7) at 7:30 PM – Lake Placid gets a proper throwback as The Traveling Milburys channel the Wilburys with spot-on outfits, instruments, and a crowd-ready singalong. Expect the hits plus solo classics from Harrison, Petty, Orbison, Lynne, and Dylan, with big lights, slick video, and zero airport lines.
🛒 Shopping @ The Farmers Pantry | Sunday (3/8) at 9:00 AM – Shopping at The Farmers Pantry is corralling our farmers, growers, and producers under one roof, so you can shop local without chasing three different markets. Expect eggs with names, greens that taste like spring, and small talk that beats any checkout line, every time.
💪 Physical Therapy Campaign Kickoff @ AdventHealth Lake Placid Lobby | Monday (3/9) at 8:00 AM – Pop into the AdventHealth Lake Placid lobby to help kick off a push for expanded physical therapy, faster recoveries, and better surgical access, all right here at home. Hear how it keeps care local, skip the long US-27 drives, and enjoy a light breakfast.
Live music & entertainment:
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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🔥 Worth a peek
We’re always on the hunt for useful resources, deals, services, and products we think you’ll love. Here’s what caught our eye this week.
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📻 Sebring report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 86°F – Low: 66°F – Precip: 39%
Patchy fog before 8am, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 86. East wind 6 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 18 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible. Later: A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 10pm, then patchy fog. Partly cloudy, with a low around 66. East wind 5 to 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%.
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Tomorrow – High: 88°F – Low: 66°F – Precip: 40%
Patchy fog before 8am, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 88. East wind 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 18 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. Later: A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 7pm. Partly cloudy, with a low around 66. East wind 5 to 9 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%.
Someone Googled you this week 👀
It may feel like an invasion of privacy, but unfortunately It’s the new normal. Whether you’re joining a committee, selling something locally, dating again, or just meeting new neighbors… people are going to look you up online.
Like it or not, the internet has a way of surfacing past mistakes and outdated information that no longer reflects who you are.
Thankfully, there’s a really easy way for you – or someone you care about – to clean up outdated results that no longer tell the real story. Learn more here.
This house is wild
This refined lakefront home on Dinner Lake pairs privacy and convenience in a small neighborhood near downtown Sebring. Panoramic views, tile floors, and a granite kitchen with wet bar set the tone. A 2018 roof, 2025 A/C, and generator wiring add ease. The enclosed patio frames sunsets and fireworks, and the primary suite features a soaking tub and walk-in shower.
Take a peek inside →
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