South Central Florida Life
Government
Sort by: Featured Most recent
244 results total, viewing 1 - 20
There will be no early vote for the special city election
Although there will not be an early vote for the special election planned for the spring, City Clerk Lane Gamiotea said there will be vote-by-mail ballots available. more
|
Chartier honored by County Commission
On Jan. 14, the Okeechobee Board of County Commissioners issued a Proclamation to County Administrator, Robbie Chartier in honor of her Retirement... more
|
GLADES COUNTY – Glades County commissioners plan to lower the speed limit on County Road 721, also known as Reservation Road, until the road base is stabilized and the road repaired.
Glades County plans to lower speed on County Road 721
At their meeting, Glades County Commissioners discussed lowering the speed limit on County Road 721 to 30 mph from SR 78 to the Highlands County line. more
|
Okeechobee County to allow church to host children’s program at Kiwanis Park
At their Jan. 14 meeting, Okeechobee County officials struggled with the desire to keep residents safe... more
|
The mayor of Okeechobee is elected by the city council
After the recent election of Mayor Dowling Watford, several citizens asked why the constituents do not have... more
|
Okeechobee County considers options for financing jail expansion
Expansion of the Okeechobee County Jail is estimated to cost $55 million. How will the county pay for it? more
|
Okeechobee County to auction off double-wide home
A mistake by a county office led to a property owner purchasing a mobile home... more
|
City announces closures
The Administration offices of city hall, public works, police and fire departments will be closed on Monday, Jan. 18... more
|
Okeechobee County commissioners to hear update on COVID-19 vaccinations
An update on COVID-19 vaccinations, a presentation on the proposed expansion of the Okeechobee County Jail and... more
|
Community Development Division Lobby closes to public
The Community Development Division Lobby located at 1700 N.W. 9 Avenue, will be closed... more
|
Social Security Matters
AMAC Certified Social Security Advisor Russell Gloor answers your questions about Social Security. more
|
Social Security Matters
Have questions about Social Security? Certified Social Security Advisor Russell Gloor has some answers. more
|
Medical injection
Governor announces Four New Actions to increase vaccinations
Governor Ron DeSantis announced four new actions the state is undertaking of a proactive approach to increase vaccinations... more
|
Judge Bryant sworn in as clerk of the circuit court
Judge Jerry Bryant is sworn in as clerk of the circuit court and comptroller by Judge Bill Wallace more
|
Social Security Matters
Have questions about Social Security? Certified Social Security Advisor Russell Gloor has some answers. more
|
Dowling Watford (front center) was unanimously voted in as mayor during the Jan. 5 city council meeting. Back row left to right are Bobby Keefe, Monica Clark, Bob Jarriel and Wes Abney.
Mayor Watford unanimously re-elected
One of the first items of business for the Okeechobee City Council this year was to elect the mayor... more
|
Economic Impact Payments on their way
The Internal Revenue Service today urged people to visit IRS.gov for the most current information... more
|
IRS warns people about a COVID-related text message scam
The thief’s goal is to trick people into revealing bank account information... more
|
Melissa Arnold
Election chief-elect cleans house
Okeechobee County employees Lisa Rodriguez and Faith Nielson were surprised to receive letters earlier this month letting them know... more
|
Okeechobee City offices close New Year’s
The City of Okeechobee administration offices of City Hall, Public Works, the Police and Fire Departments will be closed on Friday, Jan. 1, 2021... more
|
1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 … 13 | Next »
Currently viewing stories posted within the past 365 days.
For all older stories, please use our advanced search.