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Letter to the Editor: Memories of WWII
Betty Chandler Williamson shares her memories of the day Japan attacked Pearl Harbor. more
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Remembering Thanksgiving at 400: America’s original holiday beer bash
A holiday question persists year after year, probably stretching all the way back to the first Thanksgiving feast in 1621: “What are we going to do with all the uneaten turkey?” The Pilgrims, on the other hand, could have asked a different question after that first celebration exactly 400 years ago: “What are we going to do with all the empty kegs?” more
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Thanksgiving safety: Why do frozen turkeys explode when deep-fried?
Deep-frying a turkey is a great way to get a delicious, moist meal for Thanksgiving; but this method of cooking can be a very dangerous undertaking. Every fall, millions of dollars of damage, trips to the emergency room and even deaths result from attempts to deep-fry turkeys. more
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Letter to the Editor: Boat speed laws
I have been trying to research and understand the rules governing boating speeds ... more
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For mRNA vaccines, thank animals
The tale of mRNA vaccines begins in the 1990s. more
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LOSOM debate showed true motives of Florida water groups
Over the past several years, I have taken part in the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers process to revise the lake schedule governing... more
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Yoga for Life: Disciplining the Body
Yoga requires disciplining the mind/body for positive results ... more
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This Thanksgiving, it’s easier than ever before to set a humane table
For many people, Thanksgiving looked a little bit different last year. more
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Col. James Booth, USACE
LOSOM model run will be framework for Lake O operations
Col. Booth shares comments about LOSOM. more
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Letter to the Editor: Okeechobee County boat speed laws
No wake zones needed to protect sea walls more
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Reflections from the Pulpit
President Abraham Lincoln issued a national Thanksgiving Proclamation in 1864. more
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Social media question spurs community dialogue
The very idea that anyone might experience racism was met with scorn ... more
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Blood donors are heroes
The 16th Annual Okeechobee Blood Roundup is set for Nov. 20 and 21. more
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Oakview has donated boxes to Operation Christmas Child for many years.
Oakview Baptist gets ready for Operation Christmas Child
Okeechobee Baptist Church is excited to be a part of Operation Christmas Child. more
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Debbie Cogswell
Two strangers and donated blood saved Debbie’s life
Debbie Cogswell recounts her harrowing medical emergency, more
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Yoga for Life: Greater flexibility of the back
Mobility of the back is one of the basic functions of human movement in all physical activities. When back pain occurs, the body becomes tense, anxious and the mind focuses on relieving pain with … more
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Florida is celebrating Forest Week
This year from Oct. 31 through Nov. 6, the Florida Forest Service along with the Florida Forestry Association are celebrating a week... more
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Letter to the Editor: Okeechobee Family Health & Safety Expo needs your support
You are invited to the Fifteenth Annual Okeechobee Family Health and Safety Expo on Saturday, Jan. 29, 2022. The Expo will take place at the Agri-Civic Center... more
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H.E. Hill Foundation offers a 'hand up'
H E Hill Foundation is once again looking to give a “hand up” to those who may need it during the holidays. more
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Beat a cyberbully: Here’s how parents can help
While remote learning during the COVID-19 pandemic lowered reported instances of bullying, parents fear that, for some students... more
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