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From the Archives: City ordinance prohibits dancing in bars
From the Archives highlights weird, funny or interesting stories from the over 100 year history of the Okeechobee News, many of which have never been online before. more
Okeechobee County announces road closure at SW 28th Street and west side of SW 24th Avenue
Okeechobee County has scheduled a road closure at SW 28th Street at the west side of SW 24th Avenue, more
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Okeechobee County promotes tourism to international audience
Brand USA gave Okeechobee County a chance to reach an international audience. more
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Okeechobee County Courthouse
April is Child Abuse Prevention Month
The Okeechobee County Board of County Commissioners designated the month of April 2021 Child Abuse Prevention Month... more
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Rotary plans Wine & Chocolate Gala
Okeechobee Rotary Club plans a Wine and Chocolate Gala more
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Agri-Civer Center hosts food bank distribution
These pictures are from the April Treasure Coast Food Bank (TCFB) food distribution held at the Okeechobee Agri Civic Center. more
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“Kitten Season,” as it’s known in the animal welfare field, starts each spring and lasts through fall.
Kitten season is anything but cute for animal shelters
What may sound cute to the general public causes a shudder every year among animal shelter staff across the country. more
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Bob Butler's wife Mildred, son Bob, and grandsons Will and Ben were in attendance to represent the family.
Kiwanis Club inducts members to Hall of Fame
The Kiwanis Club of Okeechobee held its fourth annual Hall of Fame induction ceremony on April 1, at First United Methodist Church. more
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April blood drives planned
If you are at least 17 years old and in good health, you can help save lives by donating blood at the locations listed below... more
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Florida PSC reminds residents to call 811 before you dig
As you dig into your 2021 DIY projects, the Florida Public Service Commission (PSC) encourages you to “Call 811 Before you Dig!” April is National Safe Digging Month... more
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As Everglades Science Coordinator, Paul N. Gray, Ph.D., provides science support for Audubon policy teams on issues ranging from water quality, water management, agricultural best management practices, and ecosystem and bird conservation issues.
Audubon Florida’s Paul Gray honored for Florida Grasshopper Sparrow recovery effort
Paul N. Gray, Ph.D. has been selected to receive the 2019-2020 Interior Regions 2 & 4 Regional Director’s Honor Award... more
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Month of the military child: Support for military kids is critical
During this April’s Month of the Military Child, celebrating and supporting military children is more important than ever. more
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Meet Sal
Sal is a Min-Pin mix who was surrendered by his owner. Sal is the perfect size, not too big, not too small. more
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The city of Okeechobee and the Florida Engineering Leadership Institute class of 2020/21 install hotspot towers in city parks.
Hot spot towers installed in downtown parks
Tower hotspots were installed in all the downtown parks last week. more
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City offices observes holiday
The administration offices of City Hall, Public Works, Police and Fire Departments will be closed on Friday, April 2, in observance of Good Friday. more
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BHR Community Association officers Vickie Anderson, Norm Wagner and Maria Burrows.
News from Buckhead Ridge
A full-year’s absence didn’t affect attendance at the Buckhead Ridge Community Association Tuesday, March 22. more
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Meet Momma Mocha!
Mocha is a Chocolate Lab who was brought to Trail of Hope Animal Rescue as a stray. more
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Community events planned this week
The following column lists community events located in Okeechobee and Glades, Hendry, and Palm Beach counties more
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Pictured left to right Greg Gunter, Coordinator United Way, Grayson Hicks, Rotary President and Lisa Sands, Manager United Way.
United Way personnel speak to LaBelle Rotary Club
An online auction will be held from April 17 thru April 24. more
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Calves, raised by Seminole 4-H youth, have lots of love, time, and energy invested in them, in order to get ready for the big sale.
Seminole 4-H youth prepare for online sale
IMMOKALEE- As members of the Seminole Indian 4-H, local youth have been focused on their 4-H livestock projects, in order to get them to the big sale. Held every year, the big sale is the culmination … more
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