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Author Tamisha McQueen and her husband James have a 10-year-old daughter named Rhiley.
Inspiring Okeechobee: McQueen practices what she preaches
Yearling Middle School teacher Tamisha McQueen practices what she preaches. more
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Kathie Papasso was know as the puppy whisperer to her fellow volunteers.
Memorial service to be held at Trail of Hope
Trail of Hope Animal Rescue (TOH) is planning a memorial service for two beloved volunteers. more
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Volunteers took the Okeechobee donations over to Saint Lucie County where they were loaded on to semi trucks to be taken to Kentucky.
X-22 Adventures collects donations for tornado victims
Last week, X-22 Adventures began organizing a drive to collect food, water, camping supplies, etc. for tornado victims in Kentucky. more
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Kahootz hosts Adopt an Athlete
When Kahootz Draft House heard Bernard Marker was looking for a place to hold a Christmas get together for the Special Needs community... more
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Alpiza had both legs amputated above the knee after he was struck by a hit and run driver.
Roberto Alpiza needs help from the community
A hit and run driver left him for dead on the side of I95 in Martin County... more
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Special athlete, Ashley Berry, was thrilled to meet Santa last year.
Adopt an Athlete Project has begun
The Adopt an Athlete for Christmas Project is underway again this year. more
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Marty Thomas does not feel inspiring.
Inspiring Okeechobee: Marty Thomas does not feel inspiring
Marty Thomas does not feel inspiring ... more
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Lanny Lancaster is pictured with his loving wife Sandra.
Women deal with grief in unique way
In an attempt to combat her grief after losing her dad to COVID-19 ... more
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Max taken to doggy jail after his owner was arrested.
Max is just chill
Best friends Hayes and Max enjoy making folks smile. more
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Pastor John Jarriel and his wife Sherry have been serving Victory Baptist Church for 44 years.
Inspiring Okeechobee
Pastor Jarriel has been serving his community for 44 years
October — Pastor Appreciation Month — is the perfect time to feature Pastor Johnny Jarriel... more
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Matt Gammill (wearing blue,) said he couldn't possibly run the pool without his lifeguards.
Who knew pumpkins could float?
Did you know pumpkins could float? more
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Sharon O'Brien poses with Lily, a 4-year-old rat terrier and cattle dog. Lily is a Hurricane Ida survivor. She would not be comfortable with cats or children and is dog selective.
There is no cement jungle at K9 Resque
"Having a rescue was never my dream," said Sharon O'Brien. more
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Okeechobee Main Street, the Economic Council of Okeechobee and city and county officials participate in Cattlemen's Park ground breaking.
City breaks ground on Cattlemen's Park
The Cattlemen's Park sculpture project is finally becoming a reality. more
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Happy birthday Candelaria!
Community holds drive by birthday party for 8-year-old
OKEECHOBEE --  Little Miss Candelaria Diaz-Martin  turned 8 years old on Monday, Sept. 13.  more
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CNA mourns the loss of a client
A local CNA was heart broken this week when one of her elderly clients died. more
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"If you write about this, don't tell people I'm dead," said Gordie Peer.
Okeechobee's legendary stuntman is not dead yet
Despite rumors to the contrary, former Hollywood stuntman Gordie Peer is alive. more
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17 families received eviction notices from the new park owner.
Multiple families face possible eviction
Waiting for a decision by the courts that will affect the rest of their lives are 17 families... more
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Most well known as the U-Save Grocery Store manager, Johnny /Gant passed away last week.
Beloved resident is remembered
Okeechobee has lost one of its finest residents claimed a Facebook post.... more
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Jeremiah Leonard was a recipient of a summer camp sponsorship. Cheryl Gumz presented him with the award.
Elks Lodge serves the community in many ways
Elks Lodge scholarships with awards up to $50,000 are available to local seniors. more
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The donations were taken to My Aunt's House, where they will be distributed to those in need.
Firefighters collect school supplies
Local firefighters spent the weekend collecting school supplies. more
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