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VFW Post #10539 hosts Flag Raising Ceremony
OKEECHOBEE -- Okeechobee VFW Big Lake Post #10539 proudly dedicated a new flag pole and flag on Nov. 1. more
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Kiwanis Club learns about OCSO Cadet Program
Deputy Matthew Huffman spoke at the Nov. 1 meeting of the Kiwanis Club. more
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Pictures from the 2023 Okeechobee Halloween Extravaganza
A Halloween Extravaganza was held at the Okeechobee Agri-Civic Center on Oct. 31, hosted by the Rotary Club of Okeechobee and Phillip DeBerard more
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VFW #4423 building sold to pay off debts
The VFW Post #4423 building, 300 N.W. 34 th Street, has been closed and will be sold, more
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Okeechobee Edward Jones Office supports Toys for Tots
Local residents may help make a difference for children in the area by bringing in a new... more
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Riggs
Adopt-A-Pet: Meet Riggs
Boy am I a cutie or what! My name is Riggs #2309064. I’m a good sweet boy... more
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OKEECHOBEE –Okeechobee County Library patrons can check out more than books. The public library now offers a “seed library.” Patrons are invited to “check out” seed packets, grow the fruits or vegetables, harvest the bounty and save some of the seeds to return to the library. There is a limit of five seed packets per family. The library display also offers tips on gardening in Florida.
Library has seeds and gardening tips
The public library now offers a “seed library.” Patrons are invited take home five packets of seeds per family. more
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Christmas Market planned at Agri-Civic Center
OKEECHOBEE – The Cattlemen’s Christmas Market is planned for Saturday, Dec. 16, 3:30 to 8 p.m. at the Okeechobee Agri-Civic Center ... more
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No tricks, all treats for local kinship caregivers
There are no tricks this Halloween season for local kinship caregivers – just a friendly knock... more
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Pictures from the OHS Homecoming presentation
Makennah Smith and Tucker Myers were crowned Homecoming Queen and King before Okeechobee's game against Lake Placid on Oct. 20. more
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Keep your kids safe and healthy this Halloween
Fall festivities and trick-or-treating come with many temptations and goodies being offered. more
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Three years in, CarePortal holds door open to new opportunities
CarePortal, a wish-request system supported by a network of local churches, has been fully implemented in Okeechobee... more
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Okeechobee city offices close on Veterans Day
The offices at City Hall and the administrative offices of the Police Department will be closed... more
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Keep your pet’s safety in mind this Halloween
As children gear up to go trick-or-treating and adults pick out costumes... more
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NFPA reminds the public to celebrate Halloween with fire safety in mind
According to NFPA data, candles accounted for an annual average of 7,400 home fires... more
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Calling all artists
CALLING ALL LOCAL ARTISTS! You are invited to a private artists' mixer & meeting. more
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Pictures from the OHS Homecoming parade
Students from the Okeechobee Freshman Campus and Okeechobee High School took part in the Homecoming parade in Okeechobee on Oct. 19. more
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Vendors sought for Christmas festival
OKEECHOBEE -- Okeechobee Main Street seeks vendors for the annual Christmas Festival, planned for Saturday, Dec. 9 ... more
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The City of Okeechobee lit up the giant Christmas tree in the park next to city hall on Nov. 29. [Photo by Katrina Elsken/Lake Okeechobee News]
Main Street plans Festival of Trees
OKEECHOBEE -- Okeechobee Main Street's Fifth Annual Festival of Trees is planned for Nov. 15-18 at the Arts & Cultural Alliance Center, more
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OKEECHOBEE -- 4-H Agent Paula Daniel recently presented 4-H Volunteer Linda Syfrett the 35 year Sapphire Clover Award in recognition of her many years of 4-H volunteer service and advocacy for our local youth.  [Photo courtesy Okeechobee County Extension Office]
Syfrett honored for service to 4-H
OKEECHOBEE -- 4-H Agent Paula Daniel recently presented 4-H Volunteer Linda Syfrett the 35 year Sapphire Clover Award … more
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