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Exquisito Chocolates makes chocolate bon bons using of the most expensive spices for commercial and consumer use.
Why chocolate is ridiculously expensive right now
Just four West African countries are the foundation of an industry worth more than $100 billion. In the tropical nations of Côte d'Ivoire, Ghana, Cameroon, and Nigeria, rows of cacao trees … more
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AAA: Florida gas prices are moving lower again
Florida gas prices are moving lower again. The state average rose 2 cents early last week, then dropped 10 cents in the past four days. more
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Holiday Builders announces construction of new model home at Mallard Landing
Holiday Builders announces the construction of a brand-new model home in Mallard Landing, a vibrant new home community... more
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Okeechobee was well represented by a variety of organizations at the Rural Counties Day event at the Florida State Capital. [Photo courtesy OCEDC]
Okeechobee well represented at Rural Counties Day in Tallahassee 
The Okeechobee County Economic Development Corporation was thrilled to attend the 2025 Rural Counties Day event in Tallahassee, Florida. more
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AAA: Crude oil prices fall to 4-year lows
Florida gas prices shot up early last week, but were back on the downward trend through the weekend. more
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AAA: Florida gas prices bounce back
Florida gas prices seesawed again last week. After falling to a 15-month low of $2.96 per gallon last Monday... more
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AAA: Florida’s gas price average drops below $3 a gallon
Sunday's state average was $2.97 per gallon. That's 2 cents less than the 2024 low and the lowest daily average price since December 2023.  more
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Trailways Camp announces appointment of executive director
Trailways Camp has provided overnight camping experiences for adults with special needs and respite for their caregivers... more
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GLADES COUNTY -- Model homes are under construction west of Buckhead Ridge on State Road 78 for the new Lakefront Estates development. , Lakefront Estates will feature 1000 homes, 300 multi family units, 800,000 sqf of commercial space, a waterfront, and a rim front for boating. [Photo by Katrina Elsken/Lake Okeechobee News]
Model homes under construction near BHR
Lakefront Estates will feature 1,000 homes … more
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Explore current and future business opportunities with SFWMD
The District’s talented team of procurement professionals establishes contractual relationships with businesses... more
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Veterans Job Fair, employers ready to hire
Disabled American Veterans and RecruitMilitary will break down barriers for veteran employment ... more
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OKEECHOBEE -- Jason and Michelle Braswell are proud to welcome customers to Hometown Furniture. [Photo by Rick Lewis/Lake Okeechobee News]
Hometown Furniture Okeechobee open on N.W. Park Street
Jason Lamb and Michelle Braswell are excited to continue serving their community with a new adventure ... more
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Touch a Truck and Career Expo help inspire the next generation
The Okeechobee County Economic Devlopment Corporation (OCEDC) was proud to partner with Okeechobee Touch a Truck for the second year. more
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A closer look at the South Florida Environmental Report
The South Florida Water Management District (District) makes it easy to access the extensive data... more
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AAA: Florida gas prices slightly higher than last week
TAMPA (March 10, 2025) — Florida gas prices  remain within the same 20 cent range they've moved within for the past five months. On Sunday, the state average was $3.09 per gallon. Although … more
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SFWMD announces upcoming meetings
Join the South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) for upcoming public meetings in the next three weeks. more
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Apply now for alternative water supply and water conservation projects
The South Florida Water Management District (District) is still accepting applications for cost-share projects... more
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OKEECHOBEE -- Fat Johnny's BBQ, 202 N.E. Second St., celebrated their grand opening on Feb. 19 with a ribbon cutting. [Photo by Katrina Elsken/Lake Okeechobee News]
Fat Johnny's BBQ opens in Okeechobee
Fat Johnny’s BBQ celebrated their grand opening on Feb. 19 with a ribbon cutting ceremony... more
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AAA: Florida gas prices fall 14 cents
Florida gas prices declined 14 cents last week. Sunday's state average was $3.03 per gallon. more
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Aaron Mollura [Courtesy photo]
Mollura named Director of Marketing & Promotions at Seminole Brighton Bay Hotel & Casino
Aaron Mollura has been named Director of Marketing & Promotions for the recently opened Seminole Brighton Bay Hotel & Casino. more
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