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Hendry School Board mulls cutting LHS Fire Academy

Program to save county money on healthcare for jail inmates

Hendry commissioners voted to take advantage of a program to save the county money on medical expenses at the county jail.

Dallen Steelman has been donating meals to the needy for seven years.

Young man donates meals to help needy

On Friday, Dec. 20, Dallen Steelman stopped by the Sheriff’s Office to make his Annual Christmas Dinner donation. Dallen Steelman began seven years ago by …

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Officer Curbelo was patrolling at night and observed a vehicle driving slowly on a rural roadway.

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Business Corner

Clewiston Beef O’ Brady’s celebrates 20 years

Beef O’ Brady’s in Clewiston has now been serving customers in the area for 20 years.

SFWMD announces upcoming public meetings

Join the South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) for upcoming public meetings in the next three weeks.

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Hendry County News

AP PHOTOS: Children die as USAID aid cuts snap a lifeline for the world's most malnourished

DIKWA, Nigeria (AP) — For years, the U.S. Agency for International Development had been the backbone of the humanitarian response in northeastern Nigeria, helping non-government organizations …

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Community News

LaBelle Christmas boat parade raises donations for Toys For Tots

The annual Christmas boat parade was held in LaBelle on Dec. 14 on the Caloosahatchee River, albeit somewhat smaller than in previous years.

LaBelle resident fights for water safety measures

In a state known for year-round water activities, it seems ironic that Florida leads the ...

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Agriculture

Dyllan Furness, co-owner of Furness family farms, left, and Jonael Bosques, director of UF/IFAS Extension Hardee County, near a creek on the Furness family farms in Hardee County.

‘Cutting-edge science’ from UF/IFAS Extension helps farmer preserve water, other parts of his ecosystem

For about 20 years, Colin Furness and his family have bred and raised miniature cattle and donkeys, and specialized...

A Master Gardener shares tips on wildflower propagation

Lois McNamara has been growing wildflowers for more than two decades, but she...

Sentinel blueberries. [Photo courtesy Doug Phillips/UF/IFAS]

Power through July, aka National Blueberry Month

As we celebrate National Blueberry Month in July, a University of Florida dietitian says the fruit could be called “power berries.”

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Wildlife & Environment

Peeples Family Ranch / Peeples Family Ranch conservation easment by FDACS, was presented to the Governor and Cabinet on Dec 17, 2024 to protect 6,212 acres. Photo by Drew McDougall/Wildpath.]

Hendry County land is part of Florida Wildlife Corridor

Florida wildlife abounds on ranch land in Hendry County. The county is an important part of the Florida Wildlife Corridor.

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Sports Around The Lake

Tiger student-athletes honored at athletic award banquet

Clewiston High School held its annual Athletic Award banquet at the CHS gym on May 6.

Clewiston's Ja’ Markis Weston signs with the New York Jets

Former Clewiston High School Tiger Ja’Markis Weston is signing with the New York Jets as an undrafted free agent.

Tigers track and field team competes at districts

The Clewiston High School track and field team performed well at the FHSAA 2A District 12 meet on April 19.

Hendry School District named Presence Learning ‘Partner of the Year’

The Hendry County School District was recognized as Presence Learning’s Partner of the Year at the April Hendry County School Board meeting.

School Board receives update on new LaBelle High School

The Hendry County School Board received an update on the new LaBelle High School plans as the school district begins to head towards the start of construction.

CHS students to participate in EV building competition

Students from Clewiston High School will participate in an electronic vehicle building competition thanks to Florida Power and Light.

Jimena Lara recognized by School Board for perfect score

Central Elementary’s Jimena Lara was recognized by the Hendry County School Board on Oct. 1 for her performance on the Florida Assessment of Student Thinking (FAST) test.

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Government

Commissioners approve resolution against controversial crosswalk

LaBelle City Commissioners approved a resolution opposing the crosswalk on SR 80 east of Martin Street.

LaBelle approves permits for upcoming Swamp Cabbage festival

The city of LaBelle is gearing up for the annual Swamp Cabage Festival coming in February. .

LaBelle commissioners receive update on Forrey Park

The City of LaBelle Board of Commissioners received an update on construction at Forrey Park during their Oct. 24 meeting from Steven Lynn, Director of Parks & Recreation.

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Health

Hendry Regional awarded for efforts to improve rural stroke care

People who live in rural communities live an average of 3 years less than urban counterparts and have a 40% higher likelihood...

Florida provides 9,000 doses of COVID-19 Vaccine to AIDS Healthcare Foundation for vulnerable populations

The Florida Division of Emergency Management and Florida Department of Health announced a new partnership with AIDS Healthcare Foundation

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Entertainment

True Okee: special Halloween podcast

In this Halloween True Okee special… Stories of strange creatures and ghosts surround the area around Lake Okeechobee.

True Okee bonus episode: Death of a Sheriff

In this bonus episode of True Okee, we examine the death of Okeechobee County Sheriff John Collier

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Traffic & Road Work

Hendry County Road Watch Report for week of March 2-8

There are no current projects for Hendry County.

FDOT adds new interactive features to FL511

On March 15, the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) announced upgrades to the Florida 511 (FL511) Advanced Traveler Information System...

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This photo provided by Florida Department of Corrections shows death row inmate Glen Rogers. (Florida Department of Corrections via AP)

Florida set to execute suspected serial killer once eyed for possible link to the OJ Simpson case

A suspected serial killer once scrutinized for a possible link to the O.J. Simpson case that riveted the nation in the 1990s is facing execution for a murder. Barring a reprieve, 62-year-old Glen …

Florida executes suspected serial killer once eyed for possible link to OJ Simpson case

Florida executes suspected serial killer once eyed for possible link to OJ Simpson case.

Newsmax: Q1 Earnings Snapshot

BOCA RATON, Fla. (AP) — BOCA RATON, Fla. (AP) — Newsmax Inc. (NMAX) on Thursday reported a loss of $17.2 million in its first quarter. The Boca Raton, Florida-based company said it had a loss …

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Nation & World

A photo of newly elected Pope Leo XIV, center, hangs among portraits of bishops of the Diocese of Chiclayo, above one of the late Pope Francis, at the bishop's residence and office in Chiclayo, Peru, Friday, May 9, 2025. (AP Photo/Guadalupe Pardo)