Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier on Wednesday issued a formal demand to Tampa Mayor Jane Castor, ordering the immediate reversal of Tampa Police Department policies he says violate state law by constituting prohibited “sanctuary” practices in immigration enforcement. In a letter dated March 11, 2026, Uthmeier accused TPD of enacting guidelines that restrict officers from…
Race fans, interested residents and others getting ready for the off track events being held in conjunction with this year’s running of the Mobil 1 12 Hours of Sebring, The City of Sebring, IMSA, and Sebring International Raceway have announced changes to the annual Twelve Hour Fan Fest, scheduled for Tuesday, March 17 from 5:30…
The Florida Legislature has passed a bill mandating that counties, municipalities, special districts and other local governments accept electronic payments—including credit cards, debit cards and electronic funds transfers—for taxes, fees, fines, civil penalties and court-ordered obligations, while also requiring online payment options. The measure, carried as House Bill 967 by Rep. James Buchanan, R-Tarpon Springs,…
Information has surfaced that aerospace startup Stoke Space is preparing to launch its fully reusable Nova rocket from historic Launch Complex 14 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, the same pad that sent John Glenn into orbit in 1962 and unused for launches since 1966. According to recent accounts, the Kent, Washington-based company has revitalized…
Philadelphia’s Simeone Foundation Automotive Museum is offering endurance racing fans in the Northeast an exciting alternative for thise who cannot attend this year’s Mobil 1 12 Hours of Sebring in Florida. On Saturday, March 21, 2026, the museum will host “Once Around the Clock: The Simeone 12 Hours of Sebring,” a full-day, 12-hour celebration that…
Republican gubernatorial candidate Paul Renner has issued a sharp rebuke of state leadership as the Florida Legislature appeared poised to miss its deadline for the 2026-27 state budget. Renner, the former House Speaker now seeking the executive office, accused the House and Senate of “an abdication of responsibility,” urging lawmakers to set aside political friction…
A husband and wife are behind bars facing first-degree murder charges after a botched illegal eviction turned deadly on Monday, according to the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office. James Sidney Llanos, 47, and Lizeina Marie Cepeda, 39, were arrested following an investigation into the fatal shooting of 30-year-old Travon Jackson. Both suspects are being held without…
Voters have returned two of three Sebring city council members to office in today’s municipal election. Top vote getter was Josh Stewart with 498, second overall was Harrison Havery was 429, finishing third was challenger David Leidel. The top three finishers will take office. Out of the running were incumbent Lenard Carlisle, former councilwoman Terry…
There’s a great new murder mystery – and it happens right here in Polk County. But don’t go looking for Lakeland’s Sun Gate Retirement Community, because it doesn’t exist (at least under that name.) “I have had numerous people ask me if this was based on their park,” said American Artist & Author Kris Courtney….