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Children enjoy youth soccer
Kids in the Okeechobee Youth Soccer League got some good exercise and fresh air in the outdoors at their April 17 game. more
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12-year-old charged with battery on school staff
A 12-year-old boy was arrested this week after allegedly assaulting a guidance counselor. more
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This photo was taken from the parking lot of CVS. The road is the one dircetly across the highway from the police station. On this road, the only discernable markings are the ones at the last few feet indicating a two-lane road and a turning lane. The rest of the road has no readable markings.
Former city administrator speaks out about removal of the thin blue line.
The thin blue line in front of the Okeechobee City Police Department was removed in early February after a complaint from one man. more
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OHS flag football shuts out Sebastian River 19-0
The Okeechobee High School Lady Brahman varsity flag football team dominated the Sebastian River Lady Sharks on April 13, winning 19-0. more
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What happened to the blue line in front of OCPD?
By now, you may have noticed something missing in front of the Okeechobee Police Department. more
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From the Archives: Lady Brahman volleyball team wins district championship
From the Archives highlights interesting stories from the over 100-year history of Okeechobee News, many of which have never been online before. more
The team consists of Tori Trent, Lilly Cobb, Coach Celine Streamer, Isabella Derigo, Hannah Williams,Keirsten Sales.
OHS girls' tennis team wins third consecutive district championship
The Okeechobee High School girls' tennis team secured their third consecutive district championship on April 11. more
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This waste has been transported to Okeechobee landfill over the last few weeks.
Debris from Miami waste-to-energy plant transported to Okeechobee
When a massive fire destroyed a waste-to-energy plant in Miami-Dade County, the impact was felt all the way here, to Okeechobee County. more
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Country singer charged with grand theft
OKEECHOBEE — Country singer Christopher Fox was arrested yesterday and charged with grand theft. more
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Two home runs help OHS softball defeat Fort Pierce Central
The Okeechobee Lady Brahman varsity softball team secured a victory in a high scoring game against the Fort Pierce Central Lady Cobras on April 5. more
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Historical Society plans historical marker at Primitive Baptist Church
The city of Okeechobee has partnered with the Okeechobee Historical Society in an effort to preserve and restore the Primitive Baptist Church on Southwest Third Avenue. more
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Sarah Bryant, Matt Mitchell and their son Luka are excited about the Big Reveal from Military Makeover with Montel.
OHS alumni receive home makeover
This month’s veteran story is somewhat different than the norm as it not only celebrates a veteran but also highlights a television show which exists to serve … more
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Retiring detective James "Pick" Pickering plans to keep his hand in at the police department.
Detective is officially retired, or is he?
As of March 31, Okeechobee City Detective James Pickering is retired. Or is he? more
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OHS lacrosse team defeats Palm Beach Gardens 9-2
The Okeechobee High School girls’ lacrosse team secured a big win over Palm Beach Gardens on March 30. more
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Juror explains 'not guilty' verdict
After deliberating for about an hour, a jury of six found Jerome Johnson not guilty on the charge of fleeing with disregard to safety of persons. more
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Okeechobee City Police Detective Bettye Taylor presents a certificate of appreciate to Bruce Swinford.
Mission is recognized for service to community
Big Lake Mission received multiple certificates recently for its work in the community. more
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Big Lake Mission finally has a new sturdy metal roof over their feeding site.
Big Lake Mission feeding site has a roof over its head again
If you travelled past the Big Lake Mission meal site over the last several months, you may have noticed their canopy was gone. more
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Each year, Special Olympic athletes and law enforcement officers participate in the Torch Run.
Annual Torch Run to take place on April 14
It's that time again; It's time for the annual Law Enforcement Torch Run to benefit Special Olympics. more
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OHS flag football to face Martin County in a battle of undefeated teams
The Okeechobee High School varsity flag football team is headed to take on Martin County today, March 30, in a battle of two undefeated teams. more
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The Cape Sable seaside sparrow is an endangered species found in the Everglades. [Photo by Lori Oberhofter, National Park Service]
Seaside sparrow habitat threatened by sea level rise
Protection of the nesting grounds of the Cape Sable seaside sparrow have been controversial in recent years … more
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