Okeechobee Arrest Report

The following individuals were charged with DUI or felonies last week.

IRSC's 2023 student and faculty award winners announced

At the culmination of each academic year, Indian River State College recognizes students...

This photo was taken at the S-65A water control structure, looking south. The S-65A sends water from Lake Kissimmee south into the Kissimmee River. [Photo courtesy SFWMD]

Boaters advised to use caution on Kissimmee River

Boaters are encouraged to exercise caution on Kissimmee Lake/Kissimmee River (C-38 Canal) due to high water levels.

Clewiston man accused of attempted murder

Deputies were dispatched to the area of Montura Ranch Estates after receiving a call for help.

Glades County Arrest Report

The following individuals were arrested on felony or driving under the influence (DUI) charges...

Featured

Don't let water kill your child

According to the CDC, drowning is the leading cause of death for children.

Seniors vs Crime is here to help

Marty Jacobson, a representative from Seniors vs Crime spoke to a crowd at senior services on Tuesday, June 6.

Diaper Bandit arrested again

The Diaper Bandit was arrested again last week. This time, the charges were aggravated battery with a deadly weapon, burglary, petit theft and resisting arrest.

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Health

Keep children safe and hydrated this summer

Now that summer break is upon us, children will be heading outdoors more.

Quitting alcohol is not easy, but it is possible

It was long believed that 1-2 alcoholic drinks daily promoted good health, especially for the heart.

FDOH encourages a safe and health Memorial Day Weekend

Awareness of the basic principles of water safety, combined with knowledge...

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Community News

Pace Center for Girls receives $90K Ggrant from State Farm

Pace Center for Girls, a nationally recognized model that provides education...

Sorority registers over 40 graduating seniors to vote

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc.’s Social Justice Initiative focuses heavily on voting...

USPS kicks off National Dog Bite Awareness Week

More than 5,300 Postal Service employees were attacked by dogs while delivering the mail.

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Human Interest

Lunch lady is an artist

Long-awaited flag installed in Clewiston

Memorial Day honors those who gave their lives

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Current Conditions

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Fair, 86 °F

A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 87. East wind 5 to 10 mph. Get the full forecast

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Lake levels

13.99 feet

Last year: 12.75 feet

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Lake Okeechobee Real Estate

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Lake Okeechobee

Lock operations may be impacted by storms

Wetlands restoration near Kissimmee River could be included in 2024 federal funding

Urban areas face increased risk of flooding

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Sports

Moore Haven and Clewiston each host spring football games

The Terriers hosted the East Lee County Jaguars while the Tigers hosted the Immokalee Indians.

Lady Tiger volleyball hosting summer workouts at CHS

The Clewiston High School Lady Tigers volleyball program is hosting summer workouts in June.

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Schools

Hendry County School Districe rebrands, unveils new logo

LABELLE -- The Hendry County School District has completed its rebranding and is pleased to share its new logo.

Enrollment now open for VPK programs in Collier, Hendry and Glades Counties

Registration for Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK) is now open for the 2023-2024 school year....

WAA offers free Flag Day lesson plans for educators

On June 5, Wreaths Across America (WAA) is proud to announce the addition of new Flag Day lesson plans...

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Government

Development planned off Charles Harvey Memorial Highway

Plans to develop land along Charles Harvey Memorial Highway are on the agenda for the June 8 county commission meeting ...

U.S. Postal Service releases dog bite national rankings

Florida ranks #7 on the states list of dog attacks with 220 incidents.

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Veterans

Home Base Florida welcomes three new team members

Home Base Florida, a local non-profit founded by the Red Sox Foundation...

Clewiston veteran says a veteran should raise gateway flag for first time

Veteran Mike Moore wants a veteran to hoist the new flag on Memorial Day during the Hendry County Fair and ...

Clewiston gateway flag raising scheduled for Memorial Day

Hendry County Fair and Livestock Show Treasurer Lisa Kelley asked Hendry County commissioners for their participation ...

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State

US Judge blocks Florida ban on trans minor care in narrow ruling, says 'gender identity is real'

A federal judge is temporarily blocked portions of a new Florida law that bans transgender minors from receiving puberty blockers. Judge Robert Hinkle says in Tuesday's ruling that “gender identity …

Chico's: Fiscal Q1 Earnings Snapshot

FT MYERS, Fla. (AP) — FT MYERS, Fla. (AP) — Chico's FAS Inc. (CHS) on Tuesday reported profit of $39.9 million in its fiscal first quarter. The Ft Myers, Florida-based company said it had …

FILE - Florida Circuit Judge Elizabeth Scherer sentences Parkland shooter Nikolas Cruz at the Broward County Courthouse in Fort Lauderdale, Fla., Nov. 2, 2022. Cruz was formally sentenced to life in prison for murdering 17 people at Parkland's Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School on Feb. 14, 2018. A state commission concluded Monday, June 5, 2023, that Scherer, should be publicly reprimanded for showing bias toward the prosecution, failing to curtail “vitriolic statements” directed at his attorneys by the victims' families and sometimes “allowed her emotions to overcome her judgement.” (Amy Beth Bennett/South Florida Sun Sentinel via AP, Pool, File)

Commission: Florida judge should be reprimanded for conduct during Parkland school shooting trial

A Florida commission says the judge who oversaw the penalty trial of Parkland school shooter Nikolas Cruz should be publicly reprimanded for showing bias toward the prosecution. The Judicial …

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Opinion

Balancing on your center of gravity

Facial expressions, body movement and voice identify who we are when we meet other...

The heart of a fool

The fool says in his heart, “There is no God” (Psalm 14:1). We hear the word fool and think...

Dark skies article appreciated

Back in 2016, when KP earned its Dark Sky Park designation, I was serving as...

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Nation & World

People carry an injured person away from a home that collapsed due to an earthquake in Jeremie, Haiti, Tuesday, June 6, 2023. (AP Photo/Ralph Simon)

HURRICANE NEWS

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  June is the start of hurricane season in the U.S., and as you’re making your emergency preparedness checklist...
- Stay prepared during hurricane season
  
  Hurricane season has begun, and the Florida Department of Health (Department) is joining...
- Five tips for hurricane preparedness
  
  Here are five tips that will help you weather the storm and be ready for the aftermath...

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