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Dr. Dani McVety (left) and Dr. Mary Gardner (right)
Gator alumni-led company recognized for decade of compassionate growth
Every year for the past 10 years, the University of Florida’s Gator100 program has honored the fastest-growing businesses... more
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OKEECHOBEE — Leah Suarez , Noel Stephen, Shirlene Graham-Stevens and Doris Corde were honored Saturday night at the inaugural Agape Gala hosted by the New Saint Stephen AME Church for their service to the community of Okeechobee.
Inaugural Agape Gala celebrates locals for their service
Leah Suarez , Noel Stephen , Shirlene Graham-Stevens and Doris Corde (in no particular order) were honored Saturday night at the inaugural Agape Gala... more
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The City of Okeechobee hosted the James Family Cyclists this morning before sending them off to Sebring on their long journey back to Canada..[Photo courtesy city of Okeechobee]
City hosts family of cyclists from Canada
The City of Okeechobee hosted the James Family Cyclists Monday morning before sending them off to Sebring on their long journey back to Canada. more
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Janice Pietro is pictured with her new Chevy Trax which she earned through Mary Kay sales..[Photo courtesy Janice Pietro]
Woman earns second Mary Kay car
A local woman has earned her second vehicle through the Mary Kay Company. more
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Veteran Jim Wright was only 16 years old when he joined the Army..[Photo courtesy Marilyn Wright]
Veteran Wright is a hard working man with a sense of humor
Clyde James “Jim” Wright was known to everyone as Clyde growing up in Jacksonville. more
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Ultrasound tech Michelle Anderson (left) and Robyn Garner assistant director are pictured with the Pregnancy Center of Okeechobee's new 4D ultrasound machine Maggie.
New ultrasound machine is a game changer
The Pregnancy Center of Okeechobee has been a part of the Okeechobee community for many years, serving those... more
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Florida Federation of Garden Clubs to start new group in Okeechobee
Today’s garden clubs are not your grandmother’s club — getting together in someone’s home to sip tea and talk about plants.  more
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Author Apolonia Nunez is the youngest member of the Seminole Tribe to receive her high school diploma and her AA degree. She was 15..[Photo courtesy Apolonia Nunez]
Indigenous woman publishes second book
An Okeechobee woman recently published her second book. more
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Hospice of Okeechobee has partnered with Pet Peace of Mind to ensure loved ones like Rusty are not left alone after your passing..[Photo by Cathy Womble/Lake Okeechobee News]
Hospice of Okeechobee introduces Pet Peace of Mind
When you are facing the end of your life, the last thing you want to worry about is what will happen to your best friend when you are gone. more
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A Look at Okeechobee Community Theatre and Harvey
Although I have lived in Okeechobee for nearly 15 years, nothing has made Okeechobee feel like my home quite like Okeechobee Community Theatre. more
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Hospice Women of Giving sponsor local children to attend Camp Braveheart
Hospice of Okeechobee has recently been the recipient of the generosity of multiple women in the community. more
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Jenna with an Emu at the Healesville Wildlife Sanctuary
Okeechobee teen visits Australia
An Okeechobee teen recently had the unique experience of visiting Australia. more
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Each guest was treated like royalty throughout the evening.
Night to Shine held in Okeechobee
Okeechobee teens and adults with special needs were invited to Okeechobee’s first Night to Shine last week. more
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Kain Sarros joined the Army immediately after graduating from Okeechobee High School. He needs the help of the Okeechobee community now after losing his leg in a motor cycle accident.
Veteran seeks hand up rather than hand out after horrific accident
An Okeechobee veteran is seeking a hand up, not a handout, after experiencing a horrific motorcycle accident in December. more
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Sandra Pearce
Pearce chosen Photographer of the Year
Okeechobee's own Sandra Pearce was crowned the Society of Photographers' Photographer of the Year 2023 ... Her … more
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Beginning in May, Rocco Cohen will be touring with the Spirit of Atlanta Drum Corps.
Okeechobee teen to march with Spirit of Atlanta Drum Corps
An Okeechobee teen will be marching with World Class level drum corps, Spirit of Atlanta, next summer. more
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Quinn Rucks started his own business at the age of 17.
Teen starts own business, has future planned
An Okeechobee teen is not waiting until he graduates to begin earning a living. more
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Special Athletes of Okeechobee and Special Olympics Florida had their Christmas party December 15th. Over 40 Special Needs kids and adults received gifts and ate a variety of food and desserts. Santa made an appearance and made sure to speak with everyone. Special Thanks to Kahootz, Eli's Western Wear, Gator Feed, Coke Florida, Micco Catering and all the people who donated food, time and gifts to make this night so special.
Special athletes enjoy Christmas with Santa
Special Athletes of Okeechobee and  Special Olympics Florida had their Christmas party December 15th. more
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Scratchy spent three weeks on the run.
Missing cat home thanks to Good Samaritan
After he missed Thanksgiving with his family, Scratchy’s owner was ecstatic when he returned in plenty of time for Christmas. 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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