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It’s Friday, Sebring! In today’s can’t-miss-weekend-plans edition: Primary deadlines, a Bob Seger tribute, and Christmas in July + a stacked lineup of events this weekend.
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01 — Worth knowing In the newsThree local stories this week, plus a few worth your money.
Primary season is here: Sebring voters will have until Monday, July 20, to register or change affiliation for Florida’s Aug. 18 primary. Early voting runs Aug. 3-16, and vote-by-mail registration closes Aug. 5 -- see the primary deadlines.
Health officials investigate outbreak: Florida reported 50 cyclosporiasis cases since May 1 across over 20 counties. Often linked to raw produce, the parasite’s source remains unknown and experts say counts may be higher -- see the outbreak details.
Protect your business now: With peak hurricane season underway, Sebring small businesses should review coverage and continuity plans. Consider a businessowners policy with business interruption insurance. Up to 40% close after major disasters -- check your hurricane coverage.
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Big markdowns on makeup made for women over 40: Laura Geller formulates for mature skin specifically. There's even a collection called The Over 40 Edit. The brand is offering new email subscribers up to 65% off, with an extra 22% off layered on top. Your email is all it takes to unlock it — worth a look.*
The bill all retirees should double check: Car insurance. If you’ve been on the same plan for years, you might be paying way more than you need to. It’s an easy one to forget about, but switching could save you up to $600 this year. Case in point: I shopped around and ended up cutting my premium in half -- this free comparison tool makes it easy.* Highlights this week: |
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03 — On our radar
Local business spotlightNearby spots we'd actually send a friend to.
Craving Cuban comfort? Skip another leftovers night and let Havana Restaurant on The Circle handle dinner. Expect homestyle Cuban staples, bright citrusy flavors, and easygoing neighborhood vibes… the kind of spot you swing by after work, leave happy, and wonder why you didn’t make it part of your weekly Sebring routine sooner.
A/C-fueled kid escape: Whether the afternoon storm pops up or the heat feels like a wet blanket, Kid Cove is the nautical-themed indoor play zone inside Lakeshore Mall where little ones can climb, slide, and burn off energy while you catch your breath and maybe even finish an errand.
Time to glow: Whether your face is feeling parched from yardwork, lake days, or Florida humidity that refuses to mind its business, OH!ZONE Wellness & Esthetics leans into oxygen facials, an oxygen dome, and a heated infrared gemstone mat to bring back that glow. Consider it a quick reset you can feel, without the high-maintenance vibe.
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04 — Our recommendations
We got your backA handful of products and services we think are worth a look.
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The fitness trend that doesn't require leaving your living room: Chair yoga is having a moment, and for good reason. It's low-impact, easy on the knees and back, and you do the whole thing seated. No floor, no equipment, no studio. A quick quiz turns it into a personalized plan built around your body and goals, then adjusts as you build the habit. *See your plan →
Home insurance premiums jumped 12% last year alone: That's on top of years of increases that have outpaced inflation. Before you blindly renew with your current insurer, a free comparison tool matches your home with top-rated insurers so you can see quotes side by side, in about two minutes. Some homeowners find hundreds in savings, and if you don't find a better policy, you stay put knowing you checked. *See your options →
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Could you cover a $7,000 car repair tomorrow? For most people the honest answer is no, and that's the problem, because the big repairs don't wait for the right time. An extended warranty is what stands between you and that bill: the engine, transmission, and electrical failures that come out of nowhere. You bring it to any certified mechanic, pay a deductible, and the rest is handled. A free year of Elite Benefits and a 30-day money-back guarantee are included. *See what's covered → |
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05 — The event calendar Around town this weekendOur favorite events this weekend. Dates, times, and locations are subject to change. Always check official event pages before heading out.
🎲 Bingo Night @ Village Inn | Friday (7/17) at 6:00 PM – Village Inn is dealing out BINGO, pie, and community pride, all to support the Highlands County YMCA. It is the kind of night where your lucky dabber funds swim lessons, childcare, and teen programs. Win a prize, feel virtuous, sleep great.
🎸 Bob Seger Tribute @ Circle Theatre | Friday (7/17) at 7:00 PM – If you've been waiting for a sign to sing along without apologizing to the kids, Night Moves brings a spot-on Bob Seger tribute to Sebring's historic Circle Theatre. Expect nostalgia, musicianship, and those songs you know by heart. Around here, these shows sell out.
🏎 Sebring HPDE Track Event: Chin Track Days Summertime Laps @ Sebring International Raceway | Saturday (7/18) at 6:40 AM – Trade errands for apexes at a full-day HPDE on the legendary 3.7-mile Sebring 12-Hour course, presented by Zotz Racing. Chin’s three-group format keeps it flowing, and each group gets 3.5 hours on track, which is basically therapy, louder, and faster. The lawn can wait.
🌳 Edible Perennial Landscaping @ Bert Harris Agricultural Center | Saturday (7/18) at 10:00 AM – Learn to trade thirsty turf for an edible perennial landscape built for Florida, with UF/IFAS Extension and Highlands County Master Gardener Volunteers. Think loquat, mulberry, hardy herbs, and fewer Publix runs, while the neighbors wonder how your yard feeds you, saves water, and looks tidy.
🎄 Christmas in July - Bake Sale & Luncheon @ First United Methodist Church (Avon Park) | Saturday (7/18) at 10:00 AM – Celebrate Christmas in July, where the bargains are better than your aunt’s regift pile. Hunt housewares, used books, vinyl, furniture, festive trinkets, and jewelry, then refuel with a burger or hot dog, chips, watermelon, and a drink. Grab bake sale goodness for the ride home.
🛍 Flea Market @ C&S Auction and Estate Sales | Sunday (7/19) at 7:00 AM – Nothing beats a weekend treasure hunt before lunch, and this flea market delivers. Rows of booths, friendly hagglers, and that glorious mix of vintage tools, vinyl, and why-not purchases you’ll defend later. Bring coffee, small bills, and your inner negotiator, then try leaving empty-handed.
🌞 Sunday Funday @ Mosquito Creek Disc Golf Course | Sunday (7/19) at 8:00 AM – Swing by Mosquito Creek for Sunday Funday, Sebring Disc Golf Club’s weekly league. Random foursomes, no handicaps, best score wins, with bag tags on the line and a $1 ace fund paying 100% to members, 50% to non-members. Bragging rights, light chirping, and bug spray. Live music & entertainment:
Want more? Browse our full events calendar | Submit an event |
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07 — Sebring report Weather forecastToday — High: 92°F — Low: 73°F — Precip: 72%
Isolated showers and thunderstorms before 9am, then scattered showers and thunderstorms between 9am and 11am, then isolated showers and thunderstorms between 11am and 1pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny. High near 92, with temperatures falling to around 87 in the afternoon. Heat index values as high as 100. West wind 2 to 6 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible. Later: A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 8pm, then isolated showers and thunderstorms between 8pm and 2am. Partly cloudy, with a low around 73. West wind 1 to 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%.
Tomorrow — High: 92°F — Low: 73°F — Precip: 69%
Scattered rain showers between 8am and 11am, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 92. South southwest wind 3 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%. Later: A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 8pm. Partly cloudy, with a low around 73. South southwest wind 3 to 9 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%. This house is wildThis move-in-ready Amaral Homes Oak plan offers 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, and a smart split layout with a private guest suite or office. Inside, 9'4" ceilings, tray details, tile flooring, and designer finishes set the tone. The gourmet kitchen features a 9-foot island, granite, and a pot filler, while the screened lanai and oversized 3-car garage add extra appeal.
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