On Feb. 25, the Florida Forest Service announced the launch of a wildfire prevention initiative aimed at educating residents
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2/26/21
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Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, however, this year’s Alzheimer’s “Rally in Tally” – March 9-11 – will be in a virtual format
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2/26/21
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FWC approves staff recommendations to create new rules to address the importation, breeding and possession of high-risk invasive reptiles.
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2/26/21
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The USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) will provide technical and financial assistance for conservation practices that improve its habitat...
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2/25/21
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LABELLE - Steve Fugate has walked across the U.S. eight times. He is known as the original “LOVE LIFE” guy, who has logged over 30,000 miles with his LOVE LIFE sign.
“Love Life …
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Lake Okeechobee News | 2/23/21 |
After 50 years as a surgeon, Dr. Ramon L Carroll, who is now retired, has written a memoir
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Lake Okeechobee News | 2/22/21 |
Throughout Hendry and Glades counties, many local birdwatchers have begun spotting the “snowbirds.”
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Caloosa Belle | 2/19/21 |
The auction contains over eighty diverse items to suit all budgets and interests, including a one-week luxury house rental
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2/18/21
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On Feb. 16, the Florida Public Service Commission (PSC) met with Florida Telecommunications Relay, Inc. (FTRI) representatives...
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2/17/21
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LABELLE - A family’s Breana Ct. home caught fire Sunday, February 14.
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Caloosa Belle | 2/16/21 |
We know her now as a One Blood recruiter, but Linda Hazellief has had many unusual occupations.
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By Cathy Womble
Lake Okeechobee News | 2/16/21 |
CLEWISTON - Retired science teacher Gwen Patrick Griffiths shares her knowledge of Harlem’s history.
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2/16/21
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This meeting is being held by communications media technology, specifically using Adobe Connect
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2/9/21
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Visibility can change within seconds, so use caution when driving in low visibility as wildfires, smoke, fog and heavy rain
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2/9/21
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CLEWISTON - Political division is not uncommon these days, and in the small town of Clewiston, a whole new reason to argue has cropped up. Residents of Clewiston have had serious, sometimes heated, …
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2/8/21
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The 24th annual Great Backyard Bird Count is coming soon.
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By Margaret England
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2/8/21
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The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is reminding Florida residents and visitors to protect pets and backyard animals from becoming prey to coyotes and other wildlife as reports...
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2/6/21
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Pet cats are varied and complex creatures
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2/4/21
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CLEWISTON - Animal shelters are often overwhelmed as many stray, abused and lost pets are taken in every week.
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Lake Okeechobee News
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2/1/21
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CLEWISTON - Much progress has been made at the new community garden at the west end of Harlem. Volunteers from throughout the community have come together to clean up the area. They worked hard …
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Lake Okeechobee News
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2/1/21
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