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Arson arrest made after fire marshal investigation

An Okeechobee man was arrested last week after he was accused of being involved in a vehicle fire back in November.

XFinity outage affects many areas of Okeechobee

Many Okeechobee XFinity customers woke up this morning to find they have no internet or television service. The area affected extends from Treasure Island to the Southwest section, …

Sugar Festival draws crowds

The 2023 Clewiston Sugar Festival drew thousands of people to enjoy free concerts, carnival rides, a car show …

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Health

How much do you know about arthritis?

Arthritis simply means inflammation of a joint.

Website links organ donors with those in need

Did you know that 22 Americans die each day waiting for organ transplants?

'Mad cow' blood donation deferrals can have health records updated

Blood donors who were previously turned away due to living in Europe in the 1980s can donated blood again...

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Community News

Congresswoman Cherfilus-McCormick presents $500,000 to MorseLife leadership

Congresswoman Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick recently met with graduates of Morselized Health System’s...

Photos from the Okeechobee County Fair

The Okeechobee County Fair ran from March 14 through 20 at the Okeechobee Agri-Civic Center.

Final deadline nears to add names to Cattle Drive Sculpture Project

Want to add your name or the name of a loved one to the Cattle Drive Sculpture Project in Flagler Park?

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Human Interest

Adopt a pet: Meet Lucille

Adopt a pet: Meet Katie

Adopt a pet: Meet Jessi

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Current Conditions

Observed from: Okeechobee County Airport

Fair, 81 °F

Mostly clear, with a low around 58. East wind 5 to 10 mph. Get the full forecast

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Lake levels

14.84 feet

Last year: 14.06 feet

Depth given in feet above sea level.

Water Flow Chart

Lake Okeechobee Real Estate

LORE March 2023

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Okeechobee Arrest Report

The following individuals were charged with DUI or felonies last week.

Highlands Hammock announces March Blues Concert

Packrat’s Men of the Swamp will bring their special blend of Florida swamp blues to Highlands Hammock State Park...

Cattle in the road cause fatal crash

A 27-year-LaBelle man was killed on March 20 at 4:55 a.m. when the car he was driving collided with cows ..

Belle Glade man killed in collision with garbage truck

Florida Highway Partrol reported a fatal crash on State Road 715 early Monday morning. A 63-year-old Belle Glade man died...

Fresh Access Bucks double the value for SNAP

SNAP recipients can get double the value of their benefits when they purchase fresh fruits ... .

Lake Okeechobee

New lake schedule delayed due to red tide concerns

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Sports

OHS Lady Brahmans recognized during basketball awards banquet

The Okeechobee High School Lady Brahman basketball program held an awards banquet on March 14 to recognize and reward players after the end of their season.

Clewiston and Lake Okeechobee set to host MLF Toyota Series

The Major League Fishing (MLF) Toyota Series presented by Phoenix Boats is set to visit Lake Okeechobee in Clewiston...

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Schools

Dr. Terri A. Graham named Onyx Magazine 2023 Woman on the Move

Indian River County resident Terri A. Graham, Ed.D., has been named one of Onyx Magazine’s 2023 Women on the Move.

‘Cold Case, College Students, and Community’ is April 20 at IRSC

“Cold Case, College Students, and Community,” a lecture by Indian River State College...

Brains on STEAM's Super Powered Dino Bytes have opportunity to compete in world championship.

Super Powered Dino Bytes to compete in world championship

Brains on STEAM’s Super Powered Dino Bytes have the opportunity to go to the World championship, but they need your help.

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Government

$21 million available to enhance Florida’s behavioral health systems

The Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF) announced $21 million in available funding for essential programs to enhance mental health crisis services in …

$21 million available to enhance Florida’s behavioral health systems

The Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF) announced $21 million in available funding for essential programs to enhance mental health crisis services in …

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Veterans

Homecoming provides welcome and healing for veterans

On Saturday, April 15, the skies over Palm Beach International will be a little more glorious than usual...

Veterans Wellness Event scheduled for April 5 at IRSC Pruitt Campus

Indian River State College (IRSC) will host a Veterans Wellness Event from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Wednesday, April 5, …

Veteran Townsend is still a hero, serving the community as a nurse

Veteran Rhonda Townsend said her career in the Army was pretty straight-forward, not really very interesting.

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State

FILE - Rapper Daniel Hernandez, known as Tekashi 6ix9ine, performs during the Philipp Plein Women's 2019 Spring-Summer Collection, unveiled during Fashion Week in Milan, Italy, Sept. 21, 2018. Palm Beach County, Fla., Sheriff's investigators said an altercation occurred Tuesday night, March 21, 2023, between Hernandez and several people. Hernandez's injuries were not considered life-threatening. (AP Photo/Luca Bruno, File)

Rapper Tekashi 6ix9ine injured in assault at Florida gym

Authorities say rapper Tekashi 6ix9ine was assaulted by several people at a gym in Florida. The Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office says deputies responded to an LA Fitness in Lake Worth on Tuesday …

DeSantis to expand law critics call 'Don't Say Gay'

The administration of Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is moving to forbid classroom instruction on sexual orientation and gender identity in all grades. The proposal is scheduled for a vote next month …

This photo provided by the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service shows a gopher tortoise at San Felasco Hammock Preserve State Park in Gainesville, Fla. Gopher tortoises that are threatened by loss of habitat and development should be placed on the endangered species list in four southern states, environmental groups said Wednesday, March 22, 2023, as they prepared to sue the federal government over the issue. (U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service via AP)

Endangered status sought for gopher tortoise in 4 states

Environmental groups are preparing to sue the federal government for not listing the gopher tortoise as endangered in four southern states. The groups say Wednesday that the animals are being …

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Opinion

No greater love ...

Lent reminds us of the perfect love that Jesus has for his children. It also reminds us...

Cutting Social Security will make me lose my home!

AMAC Foundation Social Security Advisor Russell Gloor answers questions about Social Security

Cutting Social Security will make me lose my home!

AMAC Foundation Social Security Advisor Russell Gloor answers questions about Social Security

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Nation & World

Chinese President Xi Jinping, left, shakes hands with Russian President Vladimir Putin as he leaves after their dinner at The Palace of the Facets in the Moscow Kremlin, Russia, Tuesday, March 21, 2023. (Pavel Byrkin, Sputnik, Kremlin Pool Photo via AP)

HURRICANE NEWS

- FEMA offers help with damaged wells and septic systems
  
  Residents in designated counties who lost access to water because a private well or septic system was damaged as a result of Hurricane Ian ...
- Disaster Recovery Centers are a one-stop-shop for assistance
  
  At a Disaster Recovery Center (DRC), you can speak directly with someone about your unique case and receive guidance.
- FEMA helps 67K Florida households with housing needs
  
  FEMA has awarded grants to 63,000 households affected by Hurricane Ian for rental assistance or basic repairs...

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Special Sections

Arson arrest made after fire marshal investigation

XFinity outage affects many areas of Okeechobee

Sugar Festival draws crowds

How much do you know about arthritis?

Website links organ donors with those in need

'Mad cow' blood donation deferrals can have health records updated

Congresswoman Cherfilus-McCormick presents $500,000 to MorseLife leadership

Photos from the Okeechobee County Fair

Final deadline nears to add names to Cattle Drive Sculpture Project

E-edition

LORE March 2023

Okeechobee Arrest Report

Highlands Hammock announces March Blues Concert

Cattle in the road cause fatal crash

Belle Glade man killed in collision with garbage truck

Fresh Access Bucks double the value for SNAP

OHS Lady Brahmans recognized during basketball awards banquet

Clewiston and Lake Okeechobee set to host MLF Toyota Series

Dr. Terri A. Graham named Onyx Magazine 2023 Woman on the Move

‘Cold Case, College Students, and Community’ is April 20 at IRSC

Super Powered Dino Bytes to compete in world championship

Homecoming provides welcome and healing for veterans

Veterans Wellness Event scheduled for April 5 at IRSC Pruitt Campus

Veteran Townsend is still a hero, serving the community as a nurse

Rapper Tekashi 6ix9ine injured in assault at Florida gym

DeSantis to expand law critics call 'Don't Say Gay'

Endangered status sought for gopher tortoise in 4 states

No greater love ...

Cutting Social Security will make me lose my home!

Cutting Social Security will make me lose my home!

Analysis: China's sway over Russia grows amid Ukraine fight

War on gangs forges new El Salvador. But the price is steep.

Muslims across the world mark start of holy month of Ramadan

FEMA offers help with damaged wells and septic systems

Disaster Recovery Centers are a one-stop-shop for assistance

FEMA helps 67K Florida households with housing needs