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Citizen group focuses on proposed Bridge Street bypass

The Second Bridge Group (SBG), a group of citizens formed to collect and share information about the proposed ...

Belle Glade local named to the Dean’s List

Arys Gil Henriquez of Belle Glade has been named to the spring 2023 Dean’s List at Rockford...

Community invited to July 30 Indiantown High School Open House

On July 30, families throughout Martin County and neighboring communities can take a sneak peek inside Indiantown High School...

HRMC welcomes Cathy Rodriguez to Hospital Authority Board

Hendry Regional Medical Center is proud to announce Governor Ron DeSantis has appointed Cathy Rodriguez...
The Okeechobee School for Boys was built in 1959.

IRSC to take over old 'boys school' property

The property previously used by the Okeechobee School for Boys will be transferred to Indian River State College, under House Bill 1603 which was signed into law …
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Florida Retail Federation thanks DeSantis for HIV screening & treatment expansions

Governor Ron DeSantis signed into Florida law Friday, April26, House Bill 159, HIV Infection Prevention Drugs...

Understanding sunshine and its role in skin cancer

Certain individuals with lower risk factors might get away with greater periods of sun exposure.
Lake Okeechobee north shore, photo taken March 17, 2024. [Photo by Katrina Elsken/Lake Okeechobee News]

Lung Association releases ‘State of the Air’ report

The Glades area south of Lake Okeechobee enjoys some of the best air quality in the country...
Community News

Evan Neal returning to host second annual football camp

Former Okeechobee Brahman and current New York Giant Evan Neal is returning to his hometown on...

#25by2025 campaign to recruit foster homes kicks off with a Story Stroll

Communities Connected for Kids launched a community-wide foster-home recruitment campaign...
OKEECHOBEE -- Bruce and Maryann Swinford were honored by the Okeechobee County Commissioners at their April 25 meeting. This incredible husband and wife volunteer team go above and beyond to feed the homeless in the Okeechobee community. Their selfless dedication and compassion for over 30 years have made a real difference in the lives of those in need. Left to right are Mary Ann Swinford, Bruce Swinford, County Commission Chairman David Hazellief and Sheriff Noel Stephen. [Photo courtesy Okeechobee County Government]

Okeechobee commissioners honor Swinfords

Bruce and Maryann Swinford were honored by the Okeechobee County Commissioners at their April 25 meeting.
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Sports

Torres returning to coach OHS Lady Brahman basketball

Former Okeechobee High School girls basketball coach Jovanny Torres is returning to coach the Lady Brahmans next season.

Chobee Smashers are runners up in Softball is Life Tournament

On Saturday, April 27, the Chobee Smashers played in the Softball for Life Tournament.
Schools
An Immokalee Foundation Healthcare Pathway student learns some of the tools of the trade

The Immokalee Foundation receives $25,000 grant from PNC Foundation to support student educational programs

The Immokalee Foundation recently announced the receipt of a $25,000 grant from PNC Foundation to support its Career Pathways program. This award-winning afterschool …

Clewiston Christian School students lead by example

Two Clewiston Christian School students spoke to the City of Clewiston Commission during ...

Students enjoy field day

Mrs. McClinton put on another successful field day for prek through third!
Government
The Hendry County Commission approved 5/0 the following consent agenda items during ...
A resident living along Pollywog Creek asked the Hendry County Commission for assistance …
Veterans

Veteran coalition fights suicide

The Greater Lake Okeechobee Veterans Service Coalition formed in the fall of 2023,
Photo by Payton DeMay

Quail Creek hosts Salute to Veterans Golf Tournament and Concert

Quail Creek Country Club hosted more than 120 people at its 4th Annual Salute to Veterans ...

Smart & Safe Florida announces statewide Veterans Coalition

On Tuesday, April 23, the Smart & Safe Florida campaign launched its “Vets Vote #YesOn3” statewide Veterans Coalition...
State

Ocwen: Q1 Earnings Snapshot

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — Ocwen Financial Corporation (OCN) on Thursday reported profit of $30.1 million in its first quarter. On a per-share basis, the West …

Xenia Hotels & Resorts: Q1 Earnings Snapshot

ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — Xenia Hotels & Resorts Inc. (XHR) on Thursday reported a key measure of profitability in its first quarter. The results surpassed Wall Street …

MasTec: Q1 Earnings Snapshot

CORAL GABLES, Fla. (AP) — CORAL GABLES, Fla. (AP) — MasTec Inc. (MTZ) on Thursday reported a loss of $41.2 million in its first quarter. On a per-share basis, the Coral Gables, Florida-based …
Opinion
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Older husband and working wife seek guidance – Ask Rusty

AMAC Certified Social Security Advisor Russell Gloor answers questions about Social Security benefits.
The Weekly Clothesline

The Weekly Clothesline: I am the Good Shepherd…

Jesus gave us several ways to identify him. Actually, there are nine “I AM” titles in Scripture, and this...

Pahokee’s City Commission missed an opportunity

Pahokee’s April 23 city commission meeting went smoothly as far as conducting city business and displayed professional decorum.
Nation & World
FILE - A woman pushes a buggy as she arrives to vote at a polling station in London, Thursday, May 2, 2024. Britain's governing Conservative Party is suffering heavy losses as local election results pour in Friday, piling pressure on Prime Minister Rishi Sunak ahead of a U.K. general election in which the main opposition Labour Party appears increasingly likely to return to power after 14 years. (AP Photo/Kin Cheung, File)

UK's governing Conservatives suffer big losses in local elections as Labour appears headed for power

Britain’s governing Conservative Party is suffering heavy losses as local election results pour in Friday, piling pressure on Prime Minister Rishi Sunak ahead of a U.K. general election in which …
Christian Orthodox worshippers leave the chapel basement after attending a service at the Church of the Intercession of the Blessed Virgin Mary in, Lypivka, near Lviv, Ukraine, Sunday, April 28, 2024. This Orthodox Easter season, an extraordinary new church is bringing spiritual comfort to war-weary residents of the Ukrainian village of Lypivka. Two years ago it also provided physical refuge from horrors outside. (AP Photo/Francisco Seco)

Damaged in war, a vibrant church in Ukraine rises as a symbol of the country's faith and culture

An extraordinary new church is bringing spiritual comfort to war-weary residents of the Ukrainian village of Lypivka this Orthodox Easter season. Two years ago it also provided physical refuge from …
FILE - This photo provided on Jan. 12, 2019, by the China National Space Administration via Xinhua News Agency shows the lunar lander of the Chang'e-4 probe in a photo taken by the rover Yutu-2 on Jan. 11. China is preparing to launch a lunar probe Friday, May 3, 2024, that would land on the far side of the moon and return with samples that could provide insights into geological and other differences between the less-explored region and the better-known near side. (China National Space Administration/Xinhua News Agency via AP, File)

China is sending a probe to get samples from the less-explored far side of the moon

China is preparing to launch a lunar probe that would land on the far side of the moon and return with samples that could provide insights into differences between the less-explored region and the …
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