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November 17, 2008

SEBRING — One drink and one decision to drive after drinking can affect many people, Sebring High School Resource Officer/Deputy Sheriff Ross Porter told students Thursday. The message was timed to caution and inform students prior to Sebring High School's senior prom, which is this evening. ...more

May 9, 2008

At least 555 people - including more than 100 children - died in all-terrain vehicle accidents in 2006. Government safety officials expect the number to go much higher as they receive information from coroners and hospitals nationwide. ...more

February 15, 2008

SEBRING — The beaches will be full, boats will be out, grills will be fired up, and people will be looking for things to do this Labor Day weekend. All the more reason to pay special attention to your personal safety while you're enjoying your days off of work. "Just be cautious," said Nell Frewin Hays, a crime prevention specialist with the Highlands County Sheriff's Office. "Have a good time and enjoy yourself, but be responsible." The best tip Hays has for people may be obvious: don't drink and operate a motorized vehicle. ...more

September 2, 2007