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Citizen group focuses on proposed Bridge Street bypass

The Second Bridge Group (SBG), a group of citizens formed to collect and share information about the proposed ...

Belle Glade local named to the Dean’s List

Arys Gil Henriquez of Belle Glade has been named to the spring 2023 Dean’s List at Rockford...

Community invited to July 30 Indiantown High School Open House

On July 30, families throughout Martin County and neighboring communities can take a sneak peek inside Indiantown High School...

HRMC welcomes Cathy Rodriguez to Hospital Authority Board

Hendry Regional Medical Center is proud to announce Governor Ron DeSantis has appointed Cathy Rodriguez...
The Okeechobee School for Boys was built in 1959.

IRSC to take over old 'boys school' property

The property previously used by the Okeechobee School for Boys will be transferred to Indian River State College, under House Bill 1603 which was signed into law …
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Health

HCA Florida Raulerson Hospital honors volunteers during National Volunteer Week

This annual celebration highlights the selfless dedication of individuals...

Ten questions to ask after being diagnosed with cancer

So many thoughts and questions run through your mind after doctors confirm a cancer diagnosis.
OKEECHOBEE -- An overdose emergency kit outside Our Village provides free Narcan and instructions for use. [Photo by Katrina Elsken/Lake Okeechobee News]

Hanley Foundation to provide emergency overdose boxes

Overdose emergency kits will be installed on county buildings thanks to the Hanley Foundation.

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LaBelle Middle School's basketball team is reocgnized by the LaBelle County Commission for their nomination into the All-State Basketball Team in 2024. Congratulations to Amari Jackson, Cassie Taylor and Kamryn Johnson! [Photo courtesy Hendry County]

LMS girls basket ball team recognized by county

Members of the LaBelle Middle School girls basketball team were recognized by the ...

Miss Princess of The Glades Organization announces 2024 winners

The 2024 Miss Princess of the Glades was held on April 7 at the Clewiston High School Auditorium.

FCT announces youth summer youth programs

The Firehouse Community Theatre is excited to announce TWO youth programs this summer!

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Human Interest
Gator alumni-led company recognized for decade of compassionate growth
Gator alumni-led company recognized for decade of compassionate growth
Inaugural Agape Gala celebrates locals for their service

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Sports

Will a vessel safety check save you from a random boarding by law enforcement?

Each spring, recreational boaters debate getting a free, no-penalty vessel safety check (VSC).

Chobee Smashers are Queen of the Diamond champions

The Chobee Smashers played two games on Saturday, April 20, in Clermont.

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Schools

Sherry Burroughs inducted into the Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi

Sherry Burroughs, of Okeechobee, was recently initiated into The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi...

FSW honors Class of 2024 graduates with two commencement ceremonies

Florida SouthWestern State College (FSW) will hold its Spring 2024 commencement ceremonies....

Pioneer Park celebrates Field Day

Students and staff at Pioneer Park Elementary School had fantastic day on Friday, April 19, celebrating Field Day!

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Government
Conflicting future land use plans and current zoning are causing major headaches for city ...
Now that Clewiston Utilitys Director Danny Williams has been appointed interim city ...

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Veterans

Smart & Safe Florida announces statewide Veterans Coalition

On Tuesday, April 23, the Smart & Safe Florida campaign launched its “Vets Vote #YesOn3” statewide Veterans Coalition...

Smart & Safe Florida announces statewide Veterans Coalition

On Tuesday, April 23, the Smart & Safe Florida campaign launched its “Vets Vote #YesOn3” statewide Veterans Coalition...
OHS JROTC cadets held a fundraiser to help one of their own.

OHS JROTC cadets extend hand up to former cadet

Okeechobee High School Junior ROTC cadets gathered outside Winn Dixie last week in support of a former cadet who lost his leg in a motorcycle accident.

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State
Mourners line up outside the historic Old Capitol building in Tallahassee, Fla., on Friday morning, April 26, 2024, for a memorial service for former U.S. Sen. Bob Graham, who died April 16. Graham, a Democrat, also served as Florida governor before his election to the U.S. Senate. (AP Photo/Brendan Farrington)

Florida's Bob Graham remembered as a governor, senator of the people

Former Florida Gov. and U.S. Sen. Bob Graham has been remembered by Republicans and Democrats alike as a man whose love for the state and people transcended politics. Graham was a two-term governor …

AutoNation: Q1 Earnings Snapshot

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (AP) — FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (AP) — AutoNation Inc. (AN) on Friday reported first-quarter net income of $190.1 million. The Fort Lauderdale, Florida-based company said …

Roper Technologies: Q1 Earnings Snapshot

SARASOTA, Fla. (AP) — SARASOTA, Fla. (AP) — Roper Technologies Inc. (ROP) on Friday reported first-quarter earnings of $382 million. The Sarasota, Florida-based company said it had net income …

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Opinion

Letter to the Editor: NALC “Enough is Enough” rally is Sunday, April 28, in Pt. St. Lucie

Letter carriers in the Palm Beach County and Martin County areas increasingly are targets of...

Mounting debt accumulation can’t go on forever. It won’t.

Joe Biden loves to give away money, especially if it’s not his own. He has spent trillions of dollars...

Reflections from the Pulpit: You are never to old to learn

In April I traveled back to my Seminary for a retreat with lifelong friends.

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Nation & World
FILE - Britain's King Charles III waves as he leaves after attending the Easter Matins Service at St. George's Chapel, Windsor Castle, England, March 31, 2024. Buckingham Palace says King Charles III will resume his public duties next week following treatment for cancer. The announcement on Friday April 26, 2024, comes almost three months after Charles took a break from public appearances to focus on his treatment for an undisclosed type of cancer. (Hollie Adams/Pool Photo via AP, File)

Britain's King Charles III will resume public duties next week after cancer treatment, palace says

Buckingham Palace says King Charles III will resume his public duties next week following treatment for cancer. Friday’s announcement comes almost three months after Charles took a break from …
London police have contained two horses that were seen running around loose without riders in the heart of the U.K. capital on Wednesday morning. (Apr. 24)

British Army says horses that bolted and ran loose in central London continue 'to be cared for'

LONDON (AP) — The military horses that bolted and ran loose when spooked by construction noise in central London earlier this week “continue to be cared for and closely observed," the British …
Police escort musicians arriving for the swearing-in ceremony of a transitional council tasked with selecting a new prime minister and cabinet at the Prime Minister's office in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, Thursday, April 25, 2024. (AP Photo/Ramon Espinosa)

New leaders take on Haiti's chaos as those living in fear demand swift solutions to gang violence

It’s been only a day since the transitional presidential council was installed in Haiti, and the list of demands on its members is rapidly growing. Now that the Caribbean nation has new leaders, …

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