![BRIGHTON -- Members of the Lakota Women Warriors were part of the Salute to the Military at the Brighton Seminole Field Day on Feb. 15. [Photo by Katrina Elsken/Lake Okeechobee News]](https://eta.creativecirclecdn.com/scfl/medium/20250215-161323-cff-women%20warriors.jpg)
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OKEECHOBEE – Okeechobee Main Street and the Okeechobee Historical Society hope to bring another traveling historical display to Okeechobee.
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By Katrina Elsken
Lake Okeechobee News | 11/7/25 |
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This holiday season, as friends and families across Florida gather to celebrate and exchange gifts...
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Special to Lake Okeechobee News
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11/5/25
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Harry Chapin Food Bank has declared an emergency as the federal government shutdown enters its fifth week.
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Special to Hendry County News
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11/3/25
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![MOORE HAVEN -- Everyone enjoyed the free community Pumpkin Contest event hosted by Green Salon & Spa on Oct. 29. [Photo courtesy The Green Salon & Spa]](https://eta.creativecirclecdn.com/scfl/medium/20251031-184922-80b-green%20salon%20spa%201.jpg)
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The Green Salon & Spa hosted its 2nd Annual Pumpkin Contest on Oct. 29 — what a terrific turnout
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Special to Lake Okeechobee News
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11/3/25
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![BRIGHTON — Gayle Reynolds from Cape Canaveral hit a $139,262.57 progressive jackpot on a Dragon Link™ slot machine by Aristocrat Gaming. [Photo courtesy Seminole Brighton Bay Hotel & Casino]](https://eta.creativecirclecdn.com/scfl/medium/20251031-115452-dc9-Brighton%20Jackpot%20feat.jpg)
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Three lucky guests claimed large progressive jackpots at Seminole Brighton Bay Hotel & Casino...
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By Seminole Brighton Bay Casino
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10/31/25
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![The Glades County Public Library recently hosted a Not-So-Scary Trick-or-Treat and story time event, featuring a pumpkin decorating contest and a costume contest. Mrs. Iris and the library staff did an exceptional job organizing the event. The decorations were outstanding, and the activities provided. [Photo courtesy Glades County Public Library]](https://eta.creativecirclecdn.com/scfl/medium/20251029-130122-e5f-Glades%20County%20Library%20feat.jpg)
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The Glades County Public Library recently hosted a Not-So-Scary Trick-or-Treat and story time event, featuring a pumpkin decorating contest...
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Special to Lake Okeechobee News
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10/29/25
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Halloween is around the corner, and your plans might include trick-or-treating, handing out candy and driving
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By American Red Cross
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10/28/25
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Recipes for Jack o Lantern Mac n Cheese, Halloween Popsicles and Spooky Halloween Bark from Florida Milk.
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By Florida Milk
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10/28/25
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Below you will find five smart tips to help parents keep Halloween safe, healthy, and fun.
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By Dr. Danielle Madril
Chief Medical Officer UnitedHealthcare of Florida | 10/28/25 |
![MOORE HAVEN — Breast Cancer Bra & High Heel Decorating Contest winners Mrs. Beverly June Ussery and Ruby Martinez. [Courtesy photo]](https://eta.creativecirclecdn.com/scfl/medium/20251020-174545-cac-Breast%20Cancer%20Bra%20feat.jpg)
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The Green Salon & Spa, would like to thank everyone who joined the fun and participated in our 2nd Annual Breast Cancer Bra...
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By Green Salon & Spa
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10/21/25
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October brings the opportunity to see a comet and a meteor shower.
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By Katrina Elsken
Lake Okeechobee News | 10/20/25 |
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Floridians are getting a head start on their holiday travel plans this year, according to new survey data from AAA.
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News from AAA
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10/17/25
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United Way of Lee, Hendry, and Glades will kick off the Hendry and Glades portion of its 2025-26 annual campaign on Nov. 5...
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By United Way of Lee, Hendry, and Glades
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10/16/25
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October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and the U.S. Postal Service is reminding customers that they can help...
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News from USPS
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10/13/25
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Volunteers are preparing to collect Operation Christmas Child shoebox gifts during National Collection Week, Nov. 17 – 24.
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Special to Lake Okeechobee News
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10/13/25
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Florida Cracker Trail Ride visits Edna Pearce Lockett Estate
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The Florida Cracker Trail Ride stopped at the historic Edna Pearce Lockett Estate on the Kissimmee River on Feb. 18.
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By Katrina Elsken
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2/18/21
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