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Smithsonian Traveling Exhibition Examining Democracy in America Coming to Okeechobee
The Smithsonian’s Museum on Main Street, in cooperation with Florida Humanities Council, presents “Voices and Votes: more
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"Bloody Massacre in King Street," an engraving by Paul Revere, 1770, is part of the Voices and Votes Smithsonian Display. [Courtesy National Museum of American History]
'Voices and Votes' Smithsonian exhibit to visit Okeechobee
A traveling Smithsonian exhibit “Voices and Votes: The Story of Democracy in America,” will be in the Okeechobee County Courthouse May 28 to July 12. At the April … more
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Hikers ask to park vehicles overnight at county facility
Outdoor enthusiasts who want to spend several days hiking may soon be able to leave their vehicles overnight ... more
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Okeechobee County Commission issues proclamations
Several proclamations were issued for the month of April. more
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Septic-to-sewer conversion to be completed in 2026
The septic-to-sewer project for the southwest section of Okeechobee County will be completed in 2026, more
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A master plan is under development for the Okee-Tantie recreation area.
Okeechobee County gives Bass Pro 8th contract extension
The agreement between Bass Pro and Okeechobee County has been amended for the eighth time. more
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Florida State seal (Adobe Stock photo)
Gaming compact revenues to preserve Florida’s environment
Governor Ron DeSantis signed Senate Bill (SB) 1638, Funding for Environmental Resource Management, which provides... more
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Manny's Sunflower and Roses Shop & Gifts stirs controversy..[Photo by Cathy Womble/Lake Okeechobee News]
Flower shop stirs controversy over food trucks
You would not think it to look at it, but this beautiful new flower shop is at the center of some controversy within the city. more
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Waste Management moves forward with plans for automated waste pickup trucks
Automated Waste Management trucks will collect the waste while the driver stays in the vehicle. more
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OKEECHOBEE -- Okeechobee JROTC led the Speckled Perch Festival Parade in downton Okeechobee on March 9. [Photo by Katrina Elsken/Lake Okeechobee News]
Even a 12 minute parade costs $3-5K
Parades cost the city of Okeechobee between $3,000 and $5,000 no matter how long they are. more
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Waste Management to provide new garbage carts
Okeechobee County residents will receive new garbage carts from Waste Management in April ... more
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OKEECHOBEE -- At their March 14 meeting, the Okeechobee County Commission declared March as Music in Our Schools Month. [Photo by Katrina Elsken/Lake Okeechobee News]
March is Music in Our Schools Month
March is National Music in Our Schools Month. more
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Network provides mental health and drug rehabilitation programs
Mental health and drug rehabilitation services available through the Southeast Florida Behavioral Health Network ... more
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Glades County Courthouse
No septic tanks allowed at Lakefront Estates
Septic tanks are not an option for the Lakefront Estates development planned off State Road 78 west of Buckhead Ridge. more
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Okeechobee commissioners approve rezoning for 16 acres near Blue Cypress resort
Okeechobee County Commissioners approved a controversial rezoning to allow a mobile home park across the canal from Blue Cypress Golf and Condominium Resort ... more
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OKEECHOBEE – The Okeechobee County Board of Commissioners designated Feb. 18-24 as Engineers Week. Left to right are Marcos Montes De Oca, Stef Mathes and Okeechobee County Commission Chair David Hazellief. Founded by NSPE in 1951, Engineers Week is dedicated to ensuring a diverse and well educated future engineering workforce by increasing understanding of and interest in engineering and technology careers. Today, Engineers Week is a formal coalition of more than 70 engineering, education, and cultural societies, and more than 50 corporations and government agencies. Dedicated to raising public awareness of engineers' positive contributions to quality of life, Engineers Week promotes recognition among parents, teachers, and students of the importance of a technical education and a high level of math, science, and technology literacy, and motivates youth, to pursue engineering careers in order to provide a diverse and vigorous engineering workforce. [Photo by Katrina Elsken/Lake Okeechobee News]
Okeechobee County proclaims Engineers Week
OKEECHOBEE – The Okeechobee County Board of Commissioners designated Feb. 18-24 as Engineers Week. more
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Engineer Steve Dobbs was presented with a proclamation by the city of Okeechobee proclaiming the week of February 18-24, 2024 as Engineers Week. [Photo by Cathy Womble Lake Okeechobee News]
Mayor proclaims Engineers Week
Engineer Steve Dobbs was presented with a proclamation by the city of Okeechobee... more
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Some city employees may soon see pay raises
After all the details are hashed out, some city employees will most likely see an increase in their pay. more
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OKEECHOBEE -- At the Feb. 8 meeting of the Okeechobee County Commission Chad Adcock (left) accepted a proclamation from Okeechobee County Commission Chairman David Hazellief. [Photo courtesy Okeechobee County Government.]
211 Helpline ready to serve those in need
At their Feb. 8 meeting, the Okeechobee County Board of Commissioners presented a proclamation … more
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During the Feb. 6 Okeechobee City Council meeting, Okeechobee City Police Lieutenant Beylen Reyna was presented with a longevity for 20 years of service to the city of Okeechobee. The lieutenant is pictured with Police Chief Donald Hagan.
Police lieutenant receives award for 20 years of service
During the Feb. 6 Okeechobee City Council meeting, Okeechobee City Police Lieutenant... more
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