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In November, voters will be asked to decide whether to abolish one of Florida’s important...
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By Carol Weissert
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10/24/22
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If passed, the Hendry County School District will have the money to conduct renovations...
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By Michael Swindle
Hendry County School District Superintendent | 10/21/22 |
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Halloween is almost here and every year it gets bigger, much to the dismay of many Christians...
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By Rev. Don Hanna
1st Methodist Church, Okeechobee | 10/21/22 |
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There is a beautiful tree outside my pool cage. Unlike trees in the north, it loses its leaves...
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By Reverend Elizabeth Nelson
Good Shepherd Episcopal Church | 10/20/22 |
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Surveys show the average American spends anywhere from seven to 12 hours in front of a screen every day.
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By Rona Tagalog
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10/17/22
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A few blocks from where I live, there is a cross alongside the road…you know, one of those...
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By Reverend Elizabeth Nelson
Good Shepherd Episcopal Church | 10/13/22 |
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To the Vice President of the Sugar Cane Growers Cooperative of Florida, Mr. Robert D. Apelgren...
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By Victor Cass
Pahokee | 10/10/22 |
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Dear Editor:
All affected by the damage caused by Hurricane Ian are in our thoughts and prayers.
"Go to Joseph (Genesis 41:55)."
Florida, please pray the Litany …
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Special to Lake Okeechobee News
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10/5/22
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For the first time in my career as an advocate for children, we are on the cusp of seeing...
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By Sky Beard
Director of No Kid Hungry Florida | 9/30/22 |
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A social media post recently shared: “Watching a hurricane approach is like being stalked by a giant turtle.”
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By Katrina Elsken
Lake Okeechobee News | 9/28/22 |
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This article discusses issues in mental health and suicide. If you or someone you know is struggling with a mental health or substance abuse crisis...
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By Audrey Maselli
Our Village IRSC Intern | 9/27/22 |
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Living in a lost and broken world isn’t easy for all of us, but it’s especially difficult for our young people.
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By Reverend Elizabeth Nelson
Good Shepherd Episcopal Church | 9/26/22 |
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Cowboys are by and large practical folks, yet many still tell stories related to myths and good luck charms.
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By Katrina Elsken
Lake Okeechobee News | 9/24/22 |
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Iguanas should be dealt with humanely. Startling people and eating plants surely shouldn’t be cause for a death sentence.
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By Jennifer O’Connor
PETA Foundation | 9/22/22 |
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Cybersecurity is more important than ever. Learn ways you can protect yourself.
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By John Joyce
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9/21/22
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The 21st anniversary of 9/11 was just over a week ago. It is one of those days...
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By Rev. Don Hanna
First Methodist, Okeechobee | 9/20/22 |
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This article discusses issues in mental health and suicide. If you or someone you know is struggling...
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By Audrey Maselli
Our Village IRSC Intern | 9/19/22 |
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On occasion, I deliver a “First Person” sermon during our Sunday morning service.
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By Reverend Elizabeth Nelson
Good Shepherd Episcopal Church | 9/19/22 |
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Thousands of Americans, especially veterans, suffer from serious conditions such as Post-Traumatic Stress and...
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Dr. Robin Ganzert
American Humane CEO and president | 9/16/22 |
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A recent study from Florida State University’s Department of Earth, Ocean and Atmospheric Science makes bold, but unfounded declarations ...
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By Jim Karels
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9/15/22
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