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Donor steps up to fund fireworks show
Okeechobee County will have a fireworks show this year after all. more
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NFPA offers safety tips to prevent electrical shock drowning
While most people are unaware of electrical dangers posed in water environments... more
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July Blood Drives planned
The Blood Bus will be accepting blood donations at the following locations in the month of July: more
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Victory Baptist Church to host Vacation Bible School July 8-12
OKEECHOBEE – Victory Baptist Church will present a free “Stompers and Chompers” Vacation Bible School, July 8-12 from 6 to 8 p.m. Kids ages 6-12 are invited for a DINO-mite time … more
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Fireworks planned in Moore Haven
A Fourth of July celebration is planned Thursday, July 4 at 9 p.m. at Alvin Ward Park ... more
Brighton Bay Hotel & Casino to open in 2025
Construction of the new hotel and casino at Seminole Brighton Reservation is going well. more
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Okeechobee Junior Leaders graduate on June 27
The Okeechobee Junior Leaders Impact Presentations and Graduation Ceremony for group #2 more
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Photo by Richard Marion/Lake Okeechobee News
No July 4 fireworks show this year in Okeechobee
There will be no fireworks at the Ag Center this year. more
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The Veterans Parking spot in front of the Okeechobee County Sheriff's Office has been repainted. [Photo courtesy OCSO]
UPDATED: Veterans' parking space repainted
A parking space in front of the Okeechobee County Sheriff’s Office, painted as a U.S. Flag, has brought mixed reactions. more
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Joe Ostavitz [Courtesy photo]
Legion hosts benefit for Joe Ostavitz
Joe has been out of work since August of 2023 and he has no health insurance. more
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BoatUS Foundation gives 4 boating tips for July Fourth
According to the nationwide TowBoatUS on-water towing fleet, the busiest time of the year... more
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Humane Society seeks forever homes for pets
The Caloosa Humane Society has a mix of adorable dogs and cats who are in need of loving families! more
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WM provides tips to prevent garbage truck fires
In many neighborhoods, the smell of hot dogs and hamburgers grilling on backyard barbecues... more
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WM to deliver carts for trash and yard waste
In July, Waste Management (WM) will deliver trash carts to Okeechobee County residents for use with their new automated trucks. more
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City offices close for July 4
The offices at City Hall Public Works, and the administrative offices of the Police Department, will be closed on Thursday, July 4 more
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Maria Wolfe (left) presents book to Kresta King.
Garden Club presents book to librarian
A new Garden Club has started  and it is called the Okeechobee Garden Club.  more
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Oxbow Exo Center, Port Saint Lucie trail.
Enjoy the summer on SFWMD’s lands
Did you know the South Florida Water Management District offers many ways for you to explore the natural beauty... more
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June Book Club meets at the Okeechobee County Public Library
There’s still time to read this month’s Book Club pick “Demon Copperhead” by Barbara Kingsolver... more
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County plans for impact fee workshop, public hearings
Hendry County has formally adopted a developer impact fee study by resolution in a 5-0 ... more
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Forrey Park in LaBelle under construction. (Photo by Richard Marion/Hendry County News)
Forrey Park completion nears
The Hendry County Commission agreed to a $50 per household fee increase on the west ... more
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