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Heather Hawk, pictured here with her husband and three children, is fighting a battle with metastatic breast cancer.
Local woman needs help with cancer treatments
Former Okeechobee teacher is struggling to pay for cancer treatments. more
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The birthday girl, Betty Buzan, turned 100 on June 12, 2021.
Local daredevil celebrates 100th birthday
A local daredevil celebrated her 100th birthday at OHCF on June 12. 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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After one of their family members was rescued, the Narcisse family stopped by to thank the OCSO.
Family thanks OCSO
Narcisse family surprised members of the OCSO with a thank you meal and more... more
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You're never fully dressed without a smile
Publix employees and shoppers were able to choose for themselves whether to wear a mask. more
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Reflections from the Pulpit
In the world, ye shall have tribulation...   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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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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I can't wait to meet my new family!
Adopt-a-pet event planned May 2 at Freedom Ranch
Freedom Ranch will host a pet adoption drive on May 2 from 2-6 p.m. more
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These are the items being raffled off to help the Powell Family. All proceeds will go straight to the family.
Fundraiser in the works for family who lost infant son
Community comes together to help a family through their bereavement. more
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In 2019, the Okeechobee Community Theatre performed "See How They Run."
Community theatre seeks volunteers
The Okeechobee Community Theatre is making a comeback after having to cancel their shows last season due to COVID-19. more
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This photo was taken by Rusty Barnes as his wife Melinda Barnes piloted their plane alongside the Taylorcraft.
Septuagenarian Couple flies sea to shining sea
On a wing and a prayer, a couple in their 70s flew from sea to shining sea in a 70-year-old airplane. more
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OKEECHOBEE - Missy is between 4 and 6 years old. She is a very sweet and loving cat. Her owner has been in the hospital for several months and is now in a rehab facility. She is no longer able to care for Missy, and is seeking a loving home for her. She does not know how Missy would do with children, because she has not been around children while living with her owner. She did have a dog sister though, and got along well with her. Her owner does not know if she has been fixed, but said she has been outside many times and has never gotten pregnant while living with her. If interested, please call Donna at 863-801-9031.
Missy needs a home
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Bernard Marker is always to help, particularly when it comes to the special needs community.
Wheelchair fundraiser exceeds goal by thousands, helps more special needs kids
With a goal of $4,000 in mind, Bernard Marker and Sheriff Stephen organized a barbecue fundraiser. more
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Okeechobee woman reportedly discovers husband is a bigamist
"I need the judicial system to wake up," said Audra Clemons. more
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OKEECHOBEE - Despite 19mph winds on Thursday, March 18, Kathy Womble said it was a great day. "It's nice and cool out here." Even having the swing canopy ripped off it's frame did not phase her.
Wind can't get her down
It's a very windy day in Okeechobee. more
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Okeechobee's Trail of Hope Rescue has puppies galore
OKEECHOBEE – If you’re in the market for some puppy love, check out the Trail of Hope rescue in Okeechobee. more
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Despite all the pain and hard work, Trisha almost always has a smile on her face.
Inspiring Okeechobee: Trisha Entry is a rock star
Eight months after the fire, Trisha Entry is on her way to a full recovery. more
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Dr. Tony Delagall is a 1992 graduate of Okeechobee High School
Tony Delagall graduates from medical school
Dr. Tony Delagall,  a graduate of the 1992 class of Okeechobee High School, completed his Doctor of Physical Therapy... more
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