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From the Archives: City ordinance prohibits dancing in bars
From the Archives highlights weird, funny or interesting stories from the over 100 year history of the Okeechobee News, many of which have never been online before. more
A Blue Heron wades in Lake Okeechobee near the pier at the Cliff Betts Jr., Lakeside Recreation Area.
Corps stops releases from lake to St. Lucie River
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will stop sending water from Lake Okeechobee to the St. Lucie on April 10. more
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This photo was taken by Rusty Barnes as his wife Melinda Barnes piloted their plane alongside the Taylorcraft.
Septuagenarian Couple flies sea to shining sea
On a wing and a prayer, a couple in their 70s flew from sea to shining sea in a 70-year-old airplane. more
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The corps measures the flow at Franklin Lock on the Caloosahatchee River.
Corps to reduce releases to Caloosahatchee River starting April 3
The Army Corps of Engineers will reduce flows from Lake Okeechobee to the St. Lucie and Caloosahatchee Rivers on April 3. more
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The city of Okeechobee and the Florida Engineering Leadership Institute class of 2020/21 install hotspot towers in city parks.
Hot spot towers installed in downtown parks
Tower hotspots were installed in all the downtown parks last week. more
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Governor Ron DeSantis announces new eligibility guidelines for COVID-19 Vaccinations
On March 25, Governor Ron DeSantis announced new eligibility guidelines for COVID-19 vaccinations in Florida. Beginning Monday, March 29, all individuals age 40... more
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Jesse Moore is pictured with 14-year-old Don Juan.
Organ grinders are few and far between
Although there are not many anymore, there are still organ grinders in the U.S. more
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Glades Day congratulates Citizenship Award recipients
Glades Day congratulates their most recent Lower School Citizenship Award Recipients. Glades Day Citizenship Award is given to students... more
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Sugarcane has been grown in Florida since the late 1760s. The ‘Glades’ area of South Florida recently marked the 90th annual sugar cane harvest for the farms south of Lake Okeechobee.
U.S. Sugar to expand domestic sugar production, acquires sugar refinery in Georgia
U.S. Sugar has reached an agreement to purchase a sugar refinery in Georgia. more
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Pahokee city commissioners approve 141 unit apartment complex; delay swearing in newly elected commissioners until end of meeting
Newly-elected Pahokee City Commissioners arrived ready to get to work. more
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Motorcycle Stunts at the Okeechobee County Fair [Video]
One of the main attractions at the 2021 Okeechobee County Fair was the Cycle Circus featuring stunts performed by the Freestyle Madness team. more
Inspiring Okeechobee: It takes a village
The phrase, "It takes a village," refers to the raising of children. more
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Cops: Married teacher couple smoked marijuana with students
wo married high school teachers were arrested this week after authorities said they repeatedly gave students marijuana An … more
Pictures from Friday night at the 2021 Okeechobee County Fair
The Okeechobee County Fair continues on March 20 and 21 with gates opening at noon. Carnival wristbands cost $25. more
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This year, the Class of 2021 will have similar signs in the parks.
Seniors will have signs in the park again
The city council approved a request to place signs in the park for graduating seniors. more
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Okeechobee's Trail of Hope Rescue has puppies galore
OKEECHOBEE – If you’re in the market for some puppy love, check out the Trail of Hope rescue in Okeechobee. more
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Despite all the pain and hard work, Trisha almost always has a smile on her face.
Inspiring Okeechobee: Trisha Entry is a rock star
Eight months after the fire, Trisha Entry is on her way to a full recovery. more
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The community welcomes new benches, made by CHS carpentry students, in the Harlem Tree Park.
Benches dedicated at Harlem Tree Park
There was an excellent turn out at the Harlem Tree Park Bench Dedication the morning of Monday, March 15, 2021 more
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Couple shares COVID-19 vaccine experience
After months of uncertainty, fear and ever-changing information during the early pandemic days, many have breathed a collective sigh... more
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The Florida Clamshell orchid, with its purple, erect lip and flattened pseudobulb resembles no other species.
Rare, endangered Florida orchid spotted in Hendry County
A rare and endangered orchid, previously only thought to only exist in a handful of parks and reserves - has been spotted in Hendry County. more
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