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Health & Safety Expo draws crowds
The 16th Annual Okeechobee Family Health & Safety Exp offered health information for all ages more
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H&S Homestead Exotic and Livestock Rescue owner Lisa Hutchins takes a selfie with a rescued duck.
LaBelle farm makes room for rescues
A 15-acre farm in LaBelle has become a haven for homeless animals. H&S Homestead began in 2020 as a Florida cracker ... more
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CLEWISTON – At the event to mark the completion of the Herbert Hike Dike Rehabilitation Project, angler Scott Martin spoke to the media about the importance of submerged aquatic vegetation.
Angler says higher lake levels would destroy Lake O
“Holding the lake higher for longer will result in the death of Lake Okeechobee,” said Scott Martin. more
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These empty apartments are located behind the Okeechobee Medical Park on U.S. 441 North.
Apartments sit vacant — awaiting their day in court
Despite Okeechobee’s desperate need for housing, one small housing complex remains empty, awaiting its day in court. more
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February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month
OKEECHOBEE – February is National Teen Dating violence Awareness and Prevention Month. “Relationship violence and intimate partner violence isn’t limited to adults,” … more
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Muck Tavern offers fine waterfront dining
PAHOKEE – The Muck Tavern at the Pahokee Marina offers fine dining on the Lake Okeechobee waterfront. more
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Herbert Hoover Dike rehabilitation complete
Federal, state and local officials gathered on top of the Herbert Hoover Dike on Jan. 25 to celebrate the completion of the Herbert Hoover Dike (HHD) Rehabilitation project. more
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The rehabilitation of the Herbert Hoover Dike took 18 years and cost $1.5 billion. [Art courtesy USACE]
Herbert Hoover Dike rehabilitation complete
Federal, state and local officials gathered on top of the Herbert Hoover Dike on Jan. 25 to celebrate the completion of the Herbert Hoover Dike (HHD) Rehabilitation project. more
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Community rallies to help OHS auto shop win contest
The Okeechobee High School Brahman Auto Shop will be receiving some brand new shop equipment after winning a contest on Jan. 23. more
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More details released about Level 10 riot
Saturday’s riot at the Level 10 Youth Facility near the state prison was reportedly started when a staff member... more
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Clewiston proactive in human trafficking awareness
The City of Clewiston is joining other Florida communities in fighting the war against human trafficking. more
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Health Care District's Life Trans Ground Ambulance
Health Care District holds ribbon cutting for new ambulances
The Health Care District of Palm Beach County invites the media to a ribbon cutting event next Friday, January 27... more
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Lady Brahmans win thriller over Heritage
The Okeechobee High School Lady Brahman varsity basketball team came away with a thrilling victory over the Heritage Lady Panthers on Jan. 23. more
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OCSO breaks up riot at youth facility
In the morning hours of Saturday, January 21, 2023, Okeechobee County Sheriff's Office deputies responded to a riot in progress at the Everglades Youth Academy located at 5050 NE … more
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Hendry County Superintendent of Schools Michael Swindle presents Upthegrove school teacher Wendy Anderson with a plaque of appreciation for her 17 years of service to the Hendry County School District during the Jan. 17 school board meeting. Anderson retired December 20, 2022.
Upthegrove Elementary School teacher retires
The Hendry County School District recognized 17 years of service from Upthegrove Elementary School teacher, Wendy Anderson, during its Jan. 17 board meeting. more
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USACE ‘banking’ water in Lake Okeechobee
Since the start of the dry season, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has been “banking” water. more
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Pastor had no intention of going into the ministry
More to Life associate pastor James Garner said he went into the ministry because he was “better than nothing.” more
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Florida Highway Patrol
FHP offers tips for driving in fog or smoke
Visibility can change within seconds. It is important for motorist to drive as safely as possible in these conditions. more
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CHS wrestlers competed in the Ray Worsham Duals on Jan. 14. William Bussott and Jaiden Washington secured four wins each for the Tigers, while Ronald Loreto and Gumaro Martinez finished with three victories.[Photo courtesy Clewiston Wrestling}
CHS wrestlers compete in Ray Worshan Duals
NORTH FORT MYERS  -- Clewiston High School wrestlers competed in the Ray Worsham Duals on Jan. 14. more
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Arrest made in $300,000 fraud case
A Miami man was arrested in connection with an investigation into the fraudulent transfer of approximately $300,000 from the account of a local business. more
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