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Looking north at the S-69 Weir water control structure within the restored Kissimmee River floodplain.
Lake Kissimmee regulation schedule adjusted
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Jacksonville District, announces the approval of a planned temporary deviation to the Lake Kissimmee, Hatchineha and Cypress Interim Regulation … more
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Butch Thompson at the Edna Pearce Lockett Estate greets riders in this photo from a past ride. The Lockett Estate will be a stop on the trail ride again this year.
Cracker Trail Ride to pass through Okeechobee County on Feb. 23
The annual Florida Cracker Trail Ride will travel from Bradenton to Fort Pierce next week following the trail once traveled by Florida Cracker Cow Hunters. more
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J.P. Soars & the Red Hots to play January concert at Highlands Hammock
J.P. Soars and the Red Hots will heat up the Music in the Park stage with rocking rhythm and blues on Saturday evening, January 21... more
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USACE hopes to lower lake during dry season
Hurricanes Ian and Nicole brought destruction and new challenges to our communities, partners, stakeholders, and infrastructure. more
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Trot for Toys raises money for Shop With a Cop
OKEECHOBEE – Trot for Toys, an annual fundraiser for Okeechobee County Sheriff’s Office Shop With A Cop program ... more
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OKEECHOBEE — The annual Trot for Toys event takes place at Kissimmee Prairie Preserve State Park. Participants bring their own horses.
Trot for Toys is Sunday at Grassy Island
A trail ride to raise money for the Okeechobee County Sheriff’s Office Shop With a Cop program is planned for Sunday, Dec. 18 ... more
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The Santa Express will operate once again on Thursday, Dec. 3. The event is a collaboration of U.S. Sugar and U.S. Marine Corps' Toys for Tots.
Santa Express to visit Lake Placid on Saturday, Dec. 3
All aboard! It’s time for The Santa Express to once again bring toys and holiday cheer to families across … more
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Orange grove
Local citrus growers face devastating losses after Ian
South Florida citrus growers have been hit with a triple whammy after Hurricane Ian paid a visit Sept. 28 … more
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This photo was taken at the S-65A water control structure, looking south. The S-65A sends water from Lake Kissimmee south into the Kissimmee River. [Photo courtesy SFWMD]
Boaters advised to use caution on Kissimmee River
Boaters are encouraged to exercise caution on Kissimmee Lake/Kissimmee River (C-38 Canal) due to high water levels. more
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Florida black bear range map 2019...FWC graphic
FWC shares bearwise tips for Fall
the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) reminds residents and visitors that our state’s black bears are more active ... more
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Engine No. 148 hauls cane south of the lake.
Passengers can ride historic train
Sugar Express, South Central Florida’s newest tourist attraction, has announced several new events … more
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Hendrie Ranch approved for conservation easement
On August 23, 2022, an option agreement to acquire a conservation easement over 633 acres of the Hendrie Ranch... more
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Are European honey bees in danger?
The European honey bee has been in the United States for a long time. Brought here in the early 1600s by,... more
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Sod farm manager retires from Duda Sod after four decades
Shaun O’Brien, farm manager at Duda Sod’s Lake Placid farm, will retire after 42 years of working for the company. more
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Audubon and Florida Park service team up for dry prairie conservation
Audubon and the Florida Park Service have signed an historic agreement for Audubon to fund construction... more
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Backyard farms required to follow best management practices
WEST PALM BEACH – Protecting Florida’s waters is everyone’s responsibility. more
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OKEECHOBEE -- Senator Marco Rubio (front, third form left) visited with Florida ranchers at Williamson Cattle Co. in Okeechobee on Aug. 11. [Photo by Katrina Elsken/Lake Okeechobee News]
Senator Marco Rubio visits with area ranchers
OKEECHOBEE – Senator Marco Rubio was in Okeechobee County on Aug. 11 to meet with Florida ranchers. more
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Photos from the 2022 Lake Placid Caladium Festival
The Lake Placid Caladium Festival was held July 29-31, 2022, more
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Former Okeechobee County school bus driver Eric Christenson is walking around Lake Okeechobee to help Okeechobee students get the school supplies they need.
Former school bus driver walks around lake to raise funds
Former Okeechobee County school bus driver Eric Christenson is walking around Lake Okeechobee... more
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OKEECHOBEE -- On Saturday, March 12, the Cattlemen will drive a herd of cattle down Highway 441 and through the middle of downtown on State Road 70.
Cattle drive planned March 12 in downtown Okeechobee
On Saturday, March 12, the Cattlemen will drive a herd of cattle down Highway 441 and through the middle of downtown on State Road 70. more
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