Community

Treasure Coast Food Bank receives $235K from Publix Super Markets

Treasure Coast Food Bank today announced it received a $235,000 donation from Publix...
Past Presidents Betty Chandler Williamson 1989-2014; Annie Raulerson, 1973-1986  and Henry Kelly, 1987-1989.

Okeechobee Historical Society celebrates 50th Anniversary

On Monday, Sept. 18, the Okeechobee Historical Society celebrated a milestone...

Blessing of the Bikes is Saturday

OKEECHOBEE -- Rev up your engines! Church of Our Saviour Episcopal Church will be hosting a Blessing of the Bikes, Saturday, Sept. 16 at 9 a.m.
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Lake levels
15.47 feet
Last year: 13.04 feet
Depth given in feet above sea level.
Human Interest
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.
Alexandra Davis began drawing when she was a child.
An Okeechobee teen spent her summer in Africa this year, helping with vision and general health care concerns.
Schools
The purpose-built 60,000-square-foot structure houses Florida’s newest, most technologically...
Indian River State College has entered into a strategic partnership agreement ...
High school students in the region have a unique opportunity - they can take courses at IRSC
Wildlife & Environment
Mosquitoes’ sense of smell tells them when humans and wildlife are in biting distance...
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission will meet in person Oct. 4-5 …
Government
Okeechobee County Commissioners approved the final millage rate of 8.0 mills at their Sept. 22 meeting.
Florida Senator Rick Scott says everyone should speak out against hate speech.
“I never knew that roosters could bring up so much discussion,” said Glades County Attorney Richard Pringle ...
Police/Fire
An Okeechobee woman was arrested after allegedly pouring tea on a woman and then assaulting a deputy.
After a dog was surrendered with a chain embedded in its neck, an Okeechobee man was charged with animal cruelty.
Opinion
People are talking about ADHD. Whether it is on the news or mentioned by your child’s teacher...
The American Kratom Association (AKA) issued a Consumer Advisory in response to recent wrongful death jury...
According to the report, 95 percent of teens ages 13-17 say they use social media...
Hurricane News
Okeechobee County emergency officials are continuing to monitor Hurricane Idalia. Okeechobee County is currently...
Taking time to prepare well in advance of an impending storm reduces risk to life and property.
Veterans

Ultimate Flags receives thank you from veteran

Local Veteran Gregg Maynard acknowledges the efforts of Ultimate Flags  in supporting local veterans and the local town veteran park...

Welcome veterans home at PBIA September 16

At 8:20 p.m., the veterans, their volunteer guardians, and volunteer staff will be returning from a full day of being honored and celebrated in Washington, D.C. ...
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Agriculture
In the year since Hurricane Ian unleashed its fury on Southwest Florida, UF/IFAS Extension...
NRCS provides agricultural producers with one-on-one help and financial assistance ...
Johns and Handley have stepped into new roles after the passing of Joe Collins, P.E., long-time...
Health

CDC recommends covid vaccine boosters

Vaccine booster shots are now available to help protect against the latest COVID-19...

Seniors can get quality help for Medicare open enrollment

Hundreds of counselors with Florida’s SHINE (Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders)...

CDC recommends updated vaccine for fall/winter

CDC recommends everyone 6 months and older get an updated COVID-19 vaccine to protect against the potentially serious outcomes …

Florida continues to report covid deaths

Florida had 23,960 new covid cases reported for the week of Aug. 25-31, with 21 covid-related deaths, according to the Florida Department of Health (FDOH).
Business
The United States Postal Service and its dedicated employees across the nation are ready to deliver...
The Chamber of Commerce of Okeechobee hosts events.
TAMPA — Florida gas prices increased last week, as anticipated. the state average on Sunday, Sept. 19 of $3.69 per gallon is 8 cents more than the week before. “Global fuel supplies …
Traffic & Road Work

Okeechobee County Road Watch Report

The following column is the Road Watch report for Okeechobee County for the week beginning Sunday, Sept. 24...

Okeechobee County Road Watch Report

The following column is the Road Watch report for Okeechobee County for the week beginning Sunday, Sept. 17, ...

Okeechobee County Road Watch Report

The following column is the Road Watch report for Okeechobee County for the week beginning Sunday, September 3...

Okeechobee County Road Watch Report

The following column is the Road Watch report for Okeechobee County for the week beginning Sunday, September 3...
State

3 adults and 2 children are killed when a Florida train strikes their SUV

Three adults and two children are dead after their SUV was struck by a freight train at an unguarded crossing in central Florida. The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office says two other adults …

Toddler and 2 adults fatally shot in Florida during argument over dog sale, authorities say

A 3-year-old child and two adults are dead after being shot during an argument over an apparent dog sale. Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office Assistant Chief J.D. Stronko says that five people, including …
National & World

We carry DNA from extinct cousins like Neanderthals. Science is now revealing their genetic legacy

More research is showing that we carry genes from other kinds of ancient humans, and their DNA affects our lives today. DNA research has found that our Homo sapiens ancestors mated with Neanderthals …

Ukraine is building an advanced army of drones. For now, pilots improvise with duct tape and bombs

The Ukrainian government wants to spend more than $1 billion to build an army of drones. Drones are cost-effective when compared with conventional weapons, and put fewer lives at risk as a grueling …
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