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Christmas parade boosts holiday spirit
Thousands of people lined the parade route for Okeechobee's Lighted Christmas Parade on Dec. 9 … more
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Donna and Larry Dean are determined to get the rehab open as soon as possible.
Lighthouse Refuge cannot open until they have a minimum monthly income
Despite her hopes and wishes, Donna Dean was not able to open Lighthouse Refuge in 2023. more
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Helicopter was damaged over the weekend, possibly during the Christmas parade.
Helicopter damaged during parade
"This is another reason why we can't have nice things," said veteran Gregg Maynard after discovering damage to the Huey helicopter in the park. more
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Photos from the Christmas parade
Photos by Katrina Elsken/Lake Okeechobee News more
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OCFR works non stop this week
Okeechobee County Fire Rescue crews have been extremely busy the last 24 hours... more
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OCSO works with Highlands County to stop suspect
OCSO releases more information on U.S. 98 crash.   … more
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City council votes down marijuana dispensaries in city limits
During the Dec. 5 meeting, the Okeechobee City Council voted  not to allow marijuana dispensaries within the city limits. more
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Dog attacks child and grandmother
On Sunday, Dec. 4, Okeechobee Police Department responded to dog bite complainant. more
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Okeechobee Community Theatre finished up 2023 with a well-loved classic, It's a Wonderful Life.
OCT finishes up 2023 with a classic
Okeechobee Community Theatre finished up 2023 with a well-loved classic It’s a Wonderful Life . more
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Teens charged with burglary and criminal mischief
Two young teens were arrested this week after they were accused of burglary and felony criminal mischief. more
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Channing Delagall inbounds the ball to Oliver Saunders.
Brahman basketball team defeats Tradition Prep High School
The Okeechobee High School Brahman varsity basketball team opened their season with a win over Tradition Prep High School on Nov. 28. more
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Third grade teacher Ms. Monica (left) and fifth grade teacher Ms. Emily stand behind Miss Bob as she prepares to begin her first day as a teacher.
Student plots to take over the school
It was a normal Wednesday when 8-year-old Claire came up with her plan to take over her school — one class at a time. more
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JP Soars & the Red Hots performing at Highlands Hammock in April 2022.
J.P. Soars & the Red Hots to play December concert at Highlands Hammock
J.P. Soars and the Red Hots will heat up the Music in the Park stage with rockin’ rhythm... more
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Tree-lighting ceremony has fantastic turnout
Okeechobee residents turned out in great number for the annual tree-lighting ceremony in City Hall Park. more
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Holiday events planned ...
The Okeechobee community has a variety of events planned for the Christmas holidays ... more
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Malissa Morgan elected Okeechobee School Board chair
Malissa Morgan was elected Okeechobee County School Board chair during the board’s Nov. 14 meeting. more
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USACE Dam Safety Program Manager Matt Taylor (in front of the seepage canal that surrounds the C-44 reservoir) explained that all dikes have seepage.
USACE: C-44 reservoir working as designed
Reports of seepage from the C-44 reservoir recently made the news. But seepage is common to all dams ... more
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YMS students visit Raulerson log cabin historical site on Heritage Day
Yearling Middle School celebrated Heritage Day on Nov. 17. Students spent the day learning about different cultures ... more
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Betty Osceola of the Miccosukee Tribe of Florida posted this image on social media, urging the public to call the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers at 904-232-2568 or email CESAJ-CC@usace.army.mil to urge them to open the water control structures under the Tamiami Trail. [Courtesy photo]
USACE receives approval to flow more water under Tamiami Trail
Conditions for the water conservation areas (WCAs) south of Lake Okeechobee are improving ... more
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Larsons honored at Farm City Week Luncheon
Woody and Grace Larson were honored at the Nov. 16 Okeechobee Farm City Week Luncheon ... more
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