Highlands County News

Tuesday, November 10, 2026 · Updated 3:52 AM ET

Highlands County news from The Florida Press: the county commission, the sheriff's office, schools, courts, development and storms and weather across Highlands County, newest first.

Environment & Climate

Florida's Fastest Growth Is Moving Inland as Climate Risk and Insurance Costs Reshape Where People Settle

Aug 29·9 min

Environment & Climate·Central Florida

1,564-Acre Highlands County Ranch Added to Florida Wildlife Corridor

Aug 11·8 min