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Written by Lucia Winkler "Encaustic & Waterworks", a new exhibit at the Highlands Museum of Art (MoTA) in Sebring, features the work of Polk County artists Kathy Stutzman and Sharon Surrency. Though their forms and styles share very few similarities, this distinct showcase calls attention to the close-knit art community in Florida and a mutual passion for creation.  Both featured artists are leading figures in the Polk County arts. Surrency recently received an award at the Polk Arts and Cultu

A story by Journey Hart. “This is all your fault!” “How is this my fault? If anything, it’s yours.” “Just shut your mouth-“ “Make me.” “SHUT IT!” I clutch my head in hands and pace. It’s the only thing I can do. I’m shaking. Why am I shaking? I should be ready to handle this; I should be in control of the situation. I’m the leader. There should be no hesitation. Why am I shaking? Annabeth stares at me. There’s nothing on her face. She doesn’t even look angry. I yelled at her. Why did I yell at

Written by Quinn Camacho. I know you don’t love like the movies pretend, With hands locked tight or vows that never bend. You keep your heart just out of my reach, Yet somehow, still, you feel like home to me. I don’t fear the waiting, the wondering, the space, The way you pull me close, then step away. I see the cracks, the quiet in your eyes, Storms held back behind practiced lies. They say I’m a fool, that I should run, That I deserve a love already done. But love isn’t safe, i