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Lisa Bell displays some of her favorite artwork.
Lunch lady is an artist
Okeechobee County School’s Food Service Program Supervisor Lisa Bell is a lunch lady by day and an artist by night. more
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Clewiston's new gateway flag was celebrated Memorial Day at its new home on US 27, first being raised to the top of the mast, then brought to half-mast until noon, when it was raised to full-mast again.
Long-awaited flag installed in Clewiston
After many years of planning, the City of Clewiston at last has a flag installed at its western gateway along US 27. ... more
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Memorial Day honors those who gave their lives
According to "Memorial Day: A Commemoriation, " Memorial Day, initially referred to as Decoration Day, was observed by many communities ,,, more
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This is a shout out to the quilting ladies of First Baptist Church, to say thank you for the beautiful quilts, placements and pillow cases you make for our patients. We, the patients and families love and appreciate your time and talent. You ladies are nothing short of amazing, thank you for all you do for our community as well, your outreach is very much appreciated. Blessings...
FBC Quilting Club donates quilts to Hospice
This is a shout out to the quilting ladies of First Baptist Church, to say thank you for the beautiful quilts, placements and pillow cases you make for our patients. more
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Brighton casino started with 'red barn' bingo hall
Marty Johns has been involved in Seminole Casino Brighton since the beginning. more
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Angie Douthit was a guest speaker on a podcast about fishing. "It was awesome. I loved it," she said.
Fishing guide shares her positive outlook on life
An Okeechobee fishing guide has been in so many magazine articles that she has lost count, but this time, she is being recognized for something different. more
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New pastor brings new life to Brighton Baptist Church
After more than a year of searching, waiting and praying, Brighton Baptist Church has a new pastor. more
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Hendry County Supervisor of Schools Michael Swindle (left) thanks Robert Charles Lord, Jr. for his 10 years of service to the district as Maintenance II for LaBelle Maintenance, during the May 16 school board meeting. Lord is retiring in June. District Facilities, Maintenance and Transportation Director Tony Busin (right) spoke of his dedication to his work, saying he will be missed.
Lord retires from Hendry County School District
Maintenance II for LaBelle Maintenance. He has worked for the District for 10 years and will be retiring June 30, 2023.    more
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Pinwheels for Prevention is a national campaign to raise awareness of child abuse prevention efforts.
Healthy Families and Our Village work together
The Helping People Succeed organization began more than 50 years ago as a way for parents to help their children with disabilities live a happy and productive life. more
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Nancy Vega's ultimate goal is to become an RN and open her own agency.
Inspiring Okeechobee: Single mother wants more for her children
Being a single mom is one of the hardest jobs on the planet, said Nancy Vega. more
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Nuestro Pueblo Servicios de Immigración ahora servicio Hispana comunidad
Nuestro Pueblo Servicios de Inmigración es la nuevamisión “hermana” de la muy-bien conocida organización “Our Village”. more
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New mission opens to help with immigration
Nuestro Pueblo Servicios de Immigración is the new “sister” mission to the well-known “Our Village. more
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Two and a half centuries of legends from Boston to Fort Basinger
I was recently asked to tell the story of the Pearce-Lockett Liberty Tree at Pearce Homestead in Fort Basinger... more
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Brandon T. Jett, PhD [Courtesy photo]
LaBelle author explores Texas history of racial injustice
Florida SouthWestern State College History Professor Brandon Jett has published his second book, this time about a culture of violence in the state of Texas. more
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Brad Phares is a member of Okeechobee's Mounted Posse.
Cowboy artist has more than one way to tell a story
Artist Brad Phares never knows how to answer the question, “What do you do for a living?” more
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Okeechobee City Police Detective Bettye Taylor presents a certificate of appreciate to Bruce Swinford.
Mission is recognized for service to community
Big Lake Mission received multiple certificates recently for its work in the community. more
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Big Lake Mission finally has a new sturdy metal roof over their feeding site.
Big Lake Mission feeding site has a roof over its head again
If you travelled past the Big Lake Mission meal site over the last several months, you may have noticed their canopy was gone. more
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Meet Otis
Adopt a pet: Meet Otis
Hey you!  Yes you! Are you looking for love? I got plenty of unconditional love. My name is OTIS #2303052... more
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Tonya Ford and Jim Challancin worked for six years to get Challancin's mobile home repaired after Hurricane Irma.
Challancin is finally home, but there's still work to do
After six years, Jim “Cornbread” Challancin is finally home. Challancin’s troubles began after Hurricane Irma... more
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Homeless man's belongings stolen
Okeechobee residents were furious when they discovered a homeless man’s belongings had been stolen. more
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