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Wendall Bradley
Third suspect arrested in drug case
On January 23, 2024, members of the Okeechobee Narcotics Task Force arrested Wendall Octavius Bradley... more
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Another incident of 'stranger danger' reported
A third incident of “stranger danger” was reported on Jan. 20. more
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Pictured from Left to Right: Col. James Booth, USACE - Jacksonville District; Board Member Ben Butler, SFWMD; Board Member Jay Steinle, SFWMD; Director Drew Bartlett, SFWMD; Board Member "Alligator Ron" Bergeron, SFWMD; Chairman Chauncey Goss, SFWMD; Gov. Ron DeSantis; Secretary Shawn Hamilton, DEP; Board Member Charlette Roman, SFWMD; Board Member Charlie Martinez, SFWMD; Chairman Carlos de la Cruz, Jr., Everglades Foundation; Daniel Andrews, Captains for Clean Water; Eric Eikenberg, Everglades Foundation; Chief Resilience Officer Dr. Wes Brooks; Asst. Secretary Shannon Estenoz, U.S. Department of the Interior; Brig. Gen. Daniel Hibner, USACE - South Atlantic Division; Superintendent Pedro Ramos, Everglades National Park; Director Roger Young, FWC,
Stormwater treatment area to clean lake water
THE EVERGLADES. — On Jan. 25 Governor Ron DeSantis attended a ribbon cutting ceremony celebrating the filling of the first cell … more
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Brahmans beats Tradition Prep on soccer Senior Night
The Okeechobee High School Brahman varsity soccer team hosted their Senior Night on Jan. 19 before their game against Tradition Prep. more
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Dry season rainfall keeping Lake O high
The 2023-2024 dry season continues to bring above average rainfall, keeping the level of Lake Okeechobee above it’s “ecological envelope.” more
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Dry season rainfall keeping Lake O high
The 2023-2024 dry season continues to bring above average rainfall, keeping the level of Lake Okeechobee above it’s “ecological envelope.” more
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Puppies will be available Friday at the Okeechobee Animal Control Shelter.
Seven puppies available for adoption at shelter Friday
On Jan. 24 a heartwarming bundle of joy arrived at the Okeechobee Animal Control Shelter in the form of seven puppies. more
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Fire believed to have been caused by child playing with lighter
A fire in an RV on Jan. 19 is believed to have been caused by a child playing with a lighter. … more
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'Stranger danger' incident reported in Okeechobee
A “stranger danger” incident was reported last week in the Kings Bay area. more
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Project postponed until May 2024.
FDOT construction project postponed until May
City Administrator Gary Ritter confirmed Tuesday morning that the planned construction... more
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This alleged drug house was closed for business as on Jan. 19.
Woman faces multiple drug charges
After a lengthy undercover operation, members of the Okeechobee Narcotics Task Force & Special Response Team (SRT)... more
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County to clean up home declared a public nuisance
A derelict waterfront home has been declared a public nuisance, and Okeechobee County officials plan to hire a contractor to clean it up. more
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True Okee: The Murder of Elizabeth Hatfield
True Okee is a podcast featuring true crime and weird stories from the forgotten heartland of South Florida. more
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Miria Mendez (right) and her sister Sandy are both artists.
Young artist inspires those around her
Fourteen-year-old Miria Mendez continues to inspire and challenge those who know her and have seen her artwork. more
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LABELEE -- Upthegrove Elementary School Eagles were  excited to welcome Sadie the therapy dog back to school on Jan 22.  [Photo courtesy Upthegrove Elementary School]
Students welcome therapy dog
Upthegrove Elementary School Eagles were excited to welcome Sadie the ... more
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Quilters invited to participate in Airing of the Quilts
The LaBelle Gallery and Cultural Center is seeking quilters to participate in its ... more
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LABELLE -- LaBelle Elementary School is excited to congratulate Rebecca Gomez for receiving the Hendry County Teacher of the Year Award. [Photo courtesy LaBelle Elementary School]
Gomez is Hendry County Teacher of the Year
LaBelle Elementary School is excited to congratulate Rebecca Gomez for receiving the Hendry County Teacher of the Year Award. more
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Students learn about Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
CLEWISTON -- In honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Vaushea Lewis’ kindergarten class learned all about Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and created a hand puppet to go along with their … more
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OKEECHOBEE -- OCSO Deputy Mark Wright is selling tickets to the Tip A Cop event at Golden Corral. The event will raise money for Special Olympics. [Photo courtesy OCSO]
Tip a Cop event supports Special Olympics
The Okeechobee County Sheriff's Office will participate in a Tip A Cop event at Goden Corral restaurant on Wednesday, March 20 from 5 to 8 p.m.     … more
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Jutt Huffman Band
Kansas City Barbecue Society sanctioned event at Torry Island
The 2024 Torry Island BBQ Festival is planned for March 2 at Torry Island. more
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