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USPS And USPIS continue nationwide campaign to combat postal crime

The U.S Postal Service (USPS) and U.S. Postal Inspection Service (USPIS) announced an update...

Sugar Festival attracts thousands to Clewiston

The 2024 Clewiston Festival provided lots of family fun with free concerts, free carnival rides, a car show, entertainment, a cornhole tournament, line dancing lessons …
MOORE HAVEN -- Glades Lives Matter Ambassador students from Moore Haven Middle High School presented the 2023-2024 year in review at the Glades County BOCC Meeting on March 12. [Photo courtesy Glades Lives Matter]

Glades Lives Matter provides opportunities for students

Glades Lives Matter (GLM), a grass roots advocacy organization, addressed the Glades County Commission at their March 12 meeting.
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Hendry County Arrest Report

The following individuals were arrested on felony or DUI charges by HCSO, CPD, FHP, FWC...

Florida Highway Patrol reminds motorists to celebrate responsibly this St. Patrick’s Day

Drinking and driving is a serious issue that can lead to dangerous and potentially fatal consequences.

Hendry County Arrest Report

The following individuals were arrested on felony or driving under the influence (DUI) charges...
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Entertainment
The highly anticipated Clewiston Sugar Festival is back, promising an unforgettable weekend of...
Storyteller Carrie Sue Ayvar will be in Clewiston to present “More Than Orange...
The Clewiston Museum is happy to announce the next program in the 2023-2024 Speaker Series...
Government
Hurricane News
Taking time to prepare well in advance of an impending storm reduces risk to life and property.
For questions regarding preparation for Tropical Storm Idalia, contact United Way 211.
The South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) is closely monitoring Tropical Storm...
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CREW offers recreational opportunities for visitors of all ages, including hiking, biking, camping, geocaching and more. [Photo courtesy SFWMD]

Plan an outdoor adventure at the Corkscrew Regional Ecosystem Watershed

Spring will soon be in full bloom, ushering in longer days, warmer weather and changing...

FWC is accepting applications for the annual School Fishing Club Program grant

To apply for the grant and register for the School Fishing Club program, interested club sponsors...

FWC reminds spring breakers to rent boats from a permitted livery

Recent changes to livery regulations and new topics and requirements for boating safety education...

FWC’s Catch a Florida Memory program announces the 2024 Triple Threat Throwdown

One lucky angler will be randomly drawn to win a top-of-the-line Kayak Fishing Bundle valued at over $4,500.
Imani Greaves with her second and fifth place medals at the FHSAA state weightlifting competition. [Photo courtesy Clewiston High School]

Clewiston’s Imani Greaves earns awards at state weightlifting competition

Clewiston High School’s Imani Greaves earned second place in Traditional Lift and fifth place in Olympic Lift at the FHSAA state weightlifting finals.
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HRMC welcomes Cathy Rodriguez to Hospital Authority Board

Hendry Regional Medical Center is proud to announce Governor Ron DeSantis has appointed Cathy Rodriguez...

Hendry County to receive millions in state funding

LABELLE – Six million dollars for improvements to the LaBelle Fire Station and a firetruck, more than $12 million for the Port LaBelle Utility wastewater improvements, and $11 million for a …
Business
Florida gas prices are inching lower after reaching a new 2024 high of $3.46 per gallon...
Florida gas prices averaged $3.34 per gallon on Sunday, March 3. The state average was 3 cents...
The City of Clewiston commission passed a resolution in recognition of US ...
Health
February is Healthy Teen Relationship Month, and this annual, month-long effort focuses on advocacy...
During February’s Children’s Dental Health Month, it’s an opportune time to talk about dental health...
Agriculture

Conference to examine policy issues facing agribusiness leaders

The conference returns to the University of Florida Gulf Coast Research and Education Center (GCREC) on April 17,...
Compost has many uses that go beyond serving as homeowner potting mix and topsoil for gardens.

Policy makers, others invited to UF/IFAS Compost Consortium on March 27

Federal agencies are investing millions of dollars to support innovative compost plans...
Wildlife & Environment

Bat maternity season coming up in April

Florida’s 13 bat species typically roost in trees, caves or other natural spaces, but are sometimes...

FWC one of first five agencies in U.S. to seek accreditation in NAWLEA Program

Continuing its record of dedication to the preservation and protection of Florida’s natural resources...
State News

FWC Division of Law Enforcement achieves highest level of accreditation

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission’s (FWC) Division of Law Enforcement...

AFTA calls for artists to submit work to All Florida Juried Exhibit

Categories for entry include: sculpture, painting (including oil, acrylic, collage, watercolor and mixed media), photography...

APD works to keep critical funding in the pockets of Floridians with abilities

The PNA is used to help pay any additional costs the individual may have, such as haircuts...
Opinion
During World War II, the civilians of the Axis nations suffered greatly. Their daily lives...
As Southwest Florida homeowners continue bouncing back from the widespread impact...
In medicine, innovation drives discovery, which leads to new treatments, perhaps even...
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