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iTech Glades welcomes Salena Chairez to the team

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Schools
In August of 2022, iTECH Glades officially began laying the foundation...
A CTF tournament is a computer security competition, like a hackathon.
West Glades School congratulates their Honor Roll students for the first quarter...
Training of hazardous materials employees is critical to the success of the Hazmat system.

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Human Interest
Harry Chapin Food Bank of Southwest Florida Grants Manager Jeannette Papineau thanked the Hendry County ...
The Florida Lottery has announced that a lottery ticket worth $3.75 million was sold at the Town Star gas station on SR 70 West in Okeechobee.

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Lake Okeechobee
El Niño could bring rainy 'dry' season
Dry season likely to bring little relief to high lake level
USACE, SFWMD working on ways to relieve Everglades flooding

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Veterans
MOORE HAVEN -- The Glades County Courthouse participated in Operation Green Light to honor veterans.

Operation Green Light honors veterans

Area buildings are lit up in green to show support for veterans ...

Veterans, would you like to take an Honor Flight?

OKEECHOBEE — Local veterans are seeking others interested in going on an Honor Flight.

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Agriculture
Make this holiday season the start of your composting practices
When you’re giving thanks this Thanksgiving, consider that much of your food grew in the Sunshine State...
The U.S. Agency for International Development announced the creation of the Feed...
University of Florida scientists plan to utilize $2 million from an initiative...
Lykes Bros. Inc. CEO Johnnie James Jr. is pleased to announce the appointment...

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Government
MOORE HAVEN -- Glades County Commissioner Donna Storter Long was recently honored for her service to the Republican Party of Glades County. [Photo courtesy RPOF Glades County]

Republicans honor Donna Storter Long

Glades County Commissioner Donna Storter Long was recently honored for her service to the Republican Party

Daylight Savings Time ends this weekend

Daylight Savings Time ends this weekend. Standard time returns at 2 a.m. on Sunday, Nov. 5.

Friends of Glades County Parks to add namesake signs

Friends of Glades County Parks plans to add namesake signs, trail markers and gopher tortoise signs ...

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Sports

Tournament to benefit Sheriffs' Youth Ranches

Registration is open for the Third Annual First Responders Hookin’ Specks fishing tournament.

Terriers watch FSU volleyball game in Tallahassee

Moore Haven High School’s Varsity volleyball team traveled to Tallahassee...
CLEWISTON -- The father and son team of Don and Matt Demott took first place in the final qualifier of the Roland Martin Marine Center Series presented by HUK on Nov. 4.

Father and son win Roland Martin Marine Center qualifier

CLEWISTON – The father and son team of Don and Matt Demott are no strangers to the sweet taste of victory on Lake Okeechobee.

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Traffic & Road Work
Road Watch report for Glades County for the week of Sunday, Nov. 26. Motorists are reminded...
The following column is the Road Watch report for Glades County for the week of Nov. 19.
The following column is the Road Watch report for Glades County for the week beginning Sunday, Nov. 12...

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Health
The Florida Department of Health in Hendry and Glades Counties would like to remind...
More than 5.8 million Floridians, or almost 40% of the population, live with a potentially...
When it comes to holiday planning, the last thing on anyone’s list is a bout with food poisoning.

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Business
United Way of Lee, Hendry, and Glades is seeking Hendry County volunteers...
The holiday shopping season is a prime time for hackers, scammers, and online thieves.
Better Business Bureau® is the trusted source for all things online shopping this holiday season.
United Way of Lee, Hendry, and Glades celebrated its 2023-24 Campaign Kickoff at the...

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Opinion
Military service entails countless risks, from permanent hearing loss to...
Dear Rusty, My wife retired in 2015 and is receiving Social Security. I am past my full retirement age, and I still work. …
In a speech following 9/11, President Bush assured us that in spite of this terrorist...
A new political home for the millions of Americans who no longer see themselves represented...

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Wildlife & Environment
The remains of a 5-year-old, male Florida panther (UCFP449) were collected on November 26...
The South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) is continuing to monitor...
The remains of a 3-5-year-old, female Florida panther (UCFP446) were collected on Nov. 7, 2023...
Each year, Audubon Florida recognizes local conservation wins achieved by members...

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State News

Springsteen drummer Max Weinberg says vintage car restorer stole $125,000 from him

Bruce Springsteen's drummer is suing a Florida car restoration company that he claims stole $125,000 from him. Max Weinberg filed a lawsuit Sunday against Investment Auto Group and its owners. He …

Staff reassigned at Florida school after allegations that transgender student played on girls' team

Dozens of students participated in a walkout at a South Florida high school, a day after their principal and four other staff members were removed from their positions as officials investigate …

Florida official's body went undiscovered for 24 minutes outside Capitol meeting room last year

A Florida official was dead or dying in a hallway in the governor’s office complex for 24 minutes before anyone noticed he had collapsed after leaving a meeting last year. Peter Antonacci was …

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Nation & World

Puerto Rico's famous stray cats will be removed from grounds surrounding historic fortress

Officials say that hundreds of stray cats that roam a historic seaside tourist area of Puerto Rico’s capital will be removed over the coming year.  The plan to remove the cats, who are considered …

Fragile truce in Gaza holds as talks go on to extend Israel-Hamas cease-fire

A truce between Israel and Hamas is holding for a fifth day, and the militant group is promising to release more civilian hostages to delay the expected resumption of the war. Israel is under growing …

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MOORE HAVEN -- A new Glades County elementary school is in the state budget, signed by Gov. Ron DeSantis on June 15 …
The following individuals were arrested on felony or driving under the influence (DUI) charges
Nutrients from septic tanks feed algae blooms. …
During the summer break, children and parents alike look forward to enjoying a much-needed..
iTECH Glades officially welcomes Salena Chairez to their team!
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