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Janet and Jeffery Casselton met while serving at Fort Bragg.
Veteran couple met while serving in the Army
Veterans Jeffery and Janet Casselton met while in the Army. more
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91-year-old veteran Frank Cunningham prides himself on staying active and fit. He had no problem at all getting down on the ground for this picture and even more surprising, he had no trouble getting back up.
Tales of a teen soldier: Every veteran's story deserves to be told.
Today I had a great idea. I told my friends “Hey guys! I got a great idea.  Let's join the National Guard. We'll be summer camp soldiers, and … more
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230421-N-KU796-1050 SOUTH CHINA SEA (April 21, 2023) U.S. Navy Electronics Technician 2nd Class Margarita Gonzalez, from Okeechobee, Fla., repairs a headset cable aboard the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68). Nimitz is in U.S. 7th Fleet conducting routine operations. 7th Fleet is the U.S. Navy's largest forward-deployed numbered fleet, and routinely interacts and operates with allies and partners in preserving a free and open Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Samuel Osborn)
Okeechobee native serves aboard USS Nimitz
U.S. Navy Electronics Technician 2nd Class Margarita Gonzalez, from Okeechobee, Fla., repairs a headset cable aboard the aircraft carrier... more
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The guns are being moved back to Veterans' Park.
Veterans groups make plans for Memorial Day ceremony
Several local veteran groups met this week to discuss the future of Memorial Day ceremonies in Veterans’ Park. more
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American Legion Post 64 plans Veterans Health Fair
Meet the American Legion Leaders in the southern area. Meet the American Legion Leaders in the southern area. Representatives from... more
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Sons of Confederate Veterans and Sons of Union Veterans salute our Civil War veterans from both sides.
Confederate Memorial Day motorcade visits Okeechobee County
Early Saturday morning, the Sons of Confederate Veterans rendezvoused for a motorcade to Okeechobee County ... more
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Sarah Bryant, Matt Mitchell and their son Luka are excited about the Big Reveal from Military Makeover with Montel.
OHS alumni receive home makeover
This month’s veteran story is somewhat different than the norm as it not only celebrates a veteran but also highlights a television show which exists to serve … more
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Veteran receives special visit & medal
Andrew McKillop, one of nine members of his family to serve in the military, had a surprise visit from Bob Asztalos... more
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Thanks to Glades Electric, the Veterans' Square Park flagpole has had some needed repairs. On Thursday, March 23, electricians volunteered their time to replace pulleys and turnbuckles.
Glades Electric makes needed repairs to Veterans' Park flagpole
OKEECHOBEE — Thanks to Glades Electric, the Veterans' Square Park flagpole has had some needed repairs. more
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Homecoming provides welcome and healing for veterans
On Saturday, April 15, the skies over Palm Beach International will be a little more glorious than usual... more
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Veterans Wellness Event scheduled for April 5 at IRSC Pruitt Campus
Indian River State College (IRSC) will host a Veterans Wellness Event from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Wednesday, April 5, … more
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Veteran Townsend is still a hero, serving the community as a nurse
Veteran Rhonda Townsend said her career in the Army was pretty straight-forward, not really very interesting. more
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Veterans shows airing on Wreaths Across America Radio
Wreaths Across America Radio, is a full-time internet radio station that broadcasts a variety... more
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Veteran Farquhar is an author
Veteran Jerry Farquhar wrote the book, “In the Sky” to fulfill a promise to his late wife. more
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Paul Lynch joined the Army right out of high school at the age of 18.
Veteran Lynch is office manager for Total Roadside
Born up north, Veteran Paul Lynch and his family moved to Indiantown in 1980. more
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The Okeechobee Outsiders 4-H club donated gifts to veterans for the holidays. Pictured left to right are (back row) Thomas Crum, Gregg Maynard, William Crum and Matthew Hutson. (Second row) Jo'Navi Sewell, Gracie Hutson, Jessica Sewell, Betty Jo Campbell and Calleigh Teague. (Front row) Kaleb Rucker, Kamdyn Teague, Ricky Brown, Jacob Weeks and Grayson Elad.
4-H club donates Christmas gifts for veterans
On Monday, Dec. 20, the Okeechobee Outsiders 4-H Club presented veteran activist Gregg Maynard with gift baskets and gift cards to distribute to veterans … more
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The Seminole Tribe of Florida sponsored 14 veterans who participated in the Great Florida Cattle Drive. [Photo by Katrina Elsken/Lake Okeechobee News]
Veterans take part in Great Florida Cattle Drive
“The outside of a horse is good for the inside of a man.” – Winston Churchill more
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Scott Mixon said his father was his inspiration for joining the Air Force.
Veteran Mixon is an aircraft mechanic, and he loves it
Veteran Scott Mixon was born and raised in Okeechobee. more
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Steve and Tina Lynn were refused service at Pueblo Viejo this week.
Local veteran refused service ... again
A local veteran was refused service this week when she went to have her nails done. more
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At the Okeechobee Freshman Campus, the JROTC participated in the Veterans' Day assembly.
Okeechobee County schools do not close for Veterans' Day and this is why
Many have asked why the schools in Okeechobee County are not closed in honor of Veterans' Day. more
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