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The Sam Griffin Scenic tower was dedicated June 12, 2021.
Sam Griffin Scenic Tower dedicated at Harney Pond
 “You never know what will happen to you out on this water ..." more
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Okeechobee County Fair was 'Buckets of Fun in 2021'
The 17th annual Okeechobee County Fair was a great fair, Linda Syfrett told the Okeechobee County Board of County Commissioners at their June 10 meeting. more
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Man found slumped over the wheel of his burning truck
A local man was found in a ditch, slumped over the wheel of his burning truck with his foot on the accelerator. more
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Gay Pride Month proclamation is voted down
In a four to one vote, the Gay Pride Month proclamation was voted down... more
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OMF 2022 pre-sale tickets go up on June 3
OKEECHOBEE- Pre-sale tickets will be up for a limited time beginning June 3 at 12 p.m. for the long-awaited return of Okeechobee Music & Arts Festival. more
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Inspiring Okeechobee:
Chuck Akers has 'always had his hands in fire stuff'
When Inspiring stories are mentioned, the name 'Chuck Akers' is always brought up. more
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Leah Suarez (center) is pictured with two of the Our Village volunteers, Riley Schlosser and Beautiful Smith. Suarez' dog Penny hangs out to keep everyone on the straight and narrow.
Our Village offers those in need a 'hand up'
Our Village is giving a hand up, not a hand out. more
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City Council to consider Gay Pride proclamation
City Council plans to discuss a proclamation recognizing Gay Pride Month more
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Earl Hansel joined the Navy during WWII while he was still in high school.
Ceremony to be held in honor of Cpl. Earl Hansel
Decades after his death, Cpl. Earl Hansel was honored with a road named in his memory. more
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This car was reported stolen in 2006
Submerged car not related to missing woman
The OCSO issued a press release about a submerged car today. more
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Two sentenced for possession of cocaine
A man and woman were sentenced after pleading no contest to possession of cocaine. more
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Marcy Spelts has been a nurse for 30 years and can't imagine doing anything else.
Marcy Spelts loves taking care of people
Despite the challenges of the last year, Registered Nurse Marcy Spelts loves being a nurse. more
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Volunteers worked all day in the hot sun to remove invasive plants on Lake Okeechobee.
FWC thanks volunteers for helping with Lake O research project
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) thanks volunteers who helped remove invasive plants on Lake Okeechobee near Bird Island. more
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An algal bloom was visible in the St. Lucie Canal on May 5.
No releases to St. Lucie from Lake O; Releases to Caloosahatchee stay at 2,000 cfs.
JACKSONVILLE – This summer could bring more and larger algal blooms on Lake Okeechobee, according to Col. Andrew Kelly, commander of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Jacksonville … more
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Senior citizen warns others about scam
A local woman warns not to fall for con artists asking for donations. more
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The boy in this picture is Bill Hendry, who grew up to become a county judge and local historian.
City Fire Department counts down its last days
After more than 100 years service to the community, the city fire department counts down its final days. more
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Veteran William Bush (97) mows and weed wacks five yards every week.
Veteran Bush does not let anything slow him down
Veteran Bill Bush, who is 97 years old, was born in Pennsylvania and worked in a defense plant after he graduated. more
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Pahokee marina cleanup underway
A foul smell mass chokes the Pahokee marina. more
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After a fire destroyed their home, the Martinez Family is trying to get back on their feet.
Local veteran and family need help after a fire
A local veteran and her family are struggling to rebuild after a fire... more
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Candidates for city council participate in a forum on March 22 at the Freshman Campus auditorium.
It's almost time to vote for a city council member
The election to select a member of the city council will be held on May 4... more
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