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The Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office honored Deputy S. Scott from the West Detention Facility in Belle Glade as Deputy of the Year. [Photo courtesy Belle Glade Chamber]

Belle Glade Chamber honors community heroes at banquet

The Belle Glade Chamber of Commerce honored community heroes at their annual awards banquet on Nov. 4.  The theme of the banquet this year was "From Farm to Table,”

Bank of America directs $252,000 in grants to nonprofits

A grant to Habitat for Humanity of Greater Palm Beach County will suppor...

SAR donates to Wreaths Across America

The Okeechobee Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution made a donation to Wreaths Across America...
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Lake levels
16.13 feet
Last year: 15.97 feet
Depth given in feet above sea level.
Human Interest
Most of us celebrate Thanksgiving, but do we know why? To whom are we thankful?
The daughter of a local pastor just published her first book in a series based on the stories her father...
While most of us go on with our lives as if nothing happened, victims of Hurricane Milton...
Schools
On Monday, Nov. 11, students and staff at Everglades Elementary School celebrated Veterans Day with...
On Monday, Nov. 11, the Portfolio Pals at Westside Elementary School checked in with each other...
On Monday, Nov. 11, students and staff at South Elementary honored and expressed their deepest...
Wildlife & Environment
The FWC has updated the Panther Pulse web page with mortality information through Oct. 30, 2024 at 8 a.m.
November is Manatee Awareness Month and the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC)...
Government
CLEWISTON – Impact fees will add $6,714 to the cost of building a new home in Hendry County ...
Glades County Manager June Fisher has previously shared her plans to retire at the end of the year. The county has advertised …
Crowder Gulf has increased the assets in Okeechobee County with seven trucks now collecting debris from Hurricane Milton, Reid Loper of Crowder Gulf said Monday.
Police/Fire
The following individuals were arrested on felony or driving under the influence (DUI) charges by the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office...
Natalie Akkawi was sentenced to two years probation in October after pleading no contest to obtaining a controlled substance by fraud.
Opinion
Here are the hard truths of our threatening situation with social Security and Medicare.
The federal government has become far too bloated, bureaucratic and over-reaching,...
In our church, we’re beginning our yearly journey through Stewardship.
Hurricane News
If you are in need of help after the recent hurricane and its accompanying tornadoes, turn to your local library.
Florida is a haven for boaters and is recognized as “The Boating Capital of the World.”
Veterans

Who is helping carry your bricks?

"Who is helping you carry the bricks?" asks veteran Gregg Maynard.

Honoring our veterans: Resources, support and gratitude

Each November, our nation honors and recognizes the commitment and sacrifices of our service members....
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Agriculture
Through hard work and efficient problem-solving, they have planted the fruits you’ll enjoy from December...
The 2023-2024 Okeechobee County Friend of 4-H Award is proudly presented to Okeechobee Livestock Veterinarians.
Hurricanes Helene and Milton left many homeowners with flooded septic tanks.
Health

It's almost time for the Blood Roundup!

It’s coming, it’s coming ... The Okeechobee Blood Roundup is coming.  MARK YOUR CALENDAR! This 19 th Annual blood drive will be held Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 23 and 24, at the …

SHINE provides unbiased insurance counseling for Medicare beneficiaries

Older Floridians are encouraged to review plan options during Open Enrollment

TRICARE temporarily suspends physician referrals due to hurricanes

FALLS CHURCH, Virginia – The Defense Health Agency, on Oct. 15, announced TRICARE Prime beneficiaries in 16 Florida counties may see any provider without a referral from their primary care …

Professionals focus on breast cancer prevention

At their Oct. 17 meeting, Okeechobee County Commissioners issued a proclamation highlighting the importance of prevention.
Business
In observance of the Veterans Day holiday, Postal Service facilities will be closed for retail transactions on Monday, November 11...
ommunities Connected for Kids released its 2024 State of Our Children, and, despite the threat of a looming deficit...
Happy November, everyone. With the season of giving upon us, we’re excited to kick off our Healthy Start Feast...
Traffic & Road Work

Paved paths along CR 721 to be designated 'multiuse'

GLADES COUNTY – Work on County Road 721 is underway as part of an agreement between Glades County and the Seminole Tribe.

Glades County Road Watch for week beginning Nov. 10

Road Watch report for Glades County for the week of Monday, Nov. 4. Motorists are reminded...

Okeechobee County Road Watch for week beginning Nov. 10

Road Watch report for Okeechobee County for the week of Monday, Nov. 4. Motorists are reminded...

Florida gas prices fell 13 cents last week

Florida gas prices are falling. The state average declined 13 cents per gallon last week
State

Things to know about Sen. Marco Rubio, Trump's pick for secretary of state

President-elect Donald Trump has named Sen. Marco Rubio as his choice for secretary of state. Rubio, 53, was born in Miami and still calls the city his home. He is the son of Cuban immigrants. He was …

Oragenics: Q3 Earnings Snapshot

SARASOTA, Fla. (AP) — SARASOTA, Fla. (AP) — Oragenics Inc. (OGEN) on Wednesday reported a loss of $2.5 million in its third quarter. On a per-share basis, the Sarasota, Florida-based company …
National & World

Israel's West Bank settlers hope Trump's return will pave the way for major settlement expansion

Advocates of Jewish settlement in the West Bank believe they have reason to celebrate after Donald Trump's election win. Not only did settlement building surge during Trump’s first term, but his …

Russia strikes Kyiv with a combined drone and missile attack, the first in months

Russia has struck Kyiv with a sophisticated missile and drone attack for the first time in 73 days. The top official in the Ukrainian said Wednesday that capital defense forces destroyed several …
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