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Mary Kennedy is fighting to bring benches back to Okeechobee Walmart
Woman fights to have benches returned to Walmart
Okeechobee resident Mary Kennedy has made it her mission in life to bring benches back to the local Walmart. more
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Honoring Jessica Lea – Community Leadership Award Recipient The Okeechobee Chamber of Commerce was proud to recognize Jessica Lea, Founder of Waves of Change Mental Health and Wellness Services, as this year’s recipient of the Community Leadership Award. Jessica’s unwavering leadership, compassion, and dedication have made a profound impact on our community. Through her life-changing interventions, she has been a beacon of hope and strength for so many in Okeechobee. In addition to her role at Waves of Change, Jessica also serves as the Mental Health Coordinator for the Okeechobee County Sheriff's Office, where she has been instrumental in the success of the newly founded S.T.A.R. (Sheriff’s Trauma Assistance Response) Program. This groundbreaking initiative is providing crucial mental health support to our deputies and staff, ensuring they have the resources to navigate the challenges of their demanding profession. Her commitment to mental health wellness continues to shape a stronger, healthier, and more resilient Okeechobee. Congratulations, Jessica, on this well-earned recognition! Congratulations, Jessica, on this well-earned recognition!
Chamber of Commerce honors Jessica Lea
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Off duty nurse saves choking baby
An off-duty ER nurse credits God with saving a toddler from choking Sunday morning... more
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What are your kids saying on the internet?
Language is constantly evolving, but when you get to be of a—let's say parental—age, it sure feels like it starts evolving a lot faster than it used to. Add in the instantaneous speed and … more
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Side-by-side flower shops have to work out kinks in relationship.
Flower shop war may be misunderstanding
A flower shop war on U.S. 441 may just be a misunderstanding. more
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The Mini Miss FHSRA “Queen for a Day” event, organized by FHSRA Queen Emma Souza, was held on Sunday, Feb. 9. The event was not a competition but a chance for any girl to be treated like a queen. The children were featured in the Florida High School rodeo’s grand entry, made themselves a personalized sash, met FHSRA Queen Emma. In addition, they were able to meet the horses and some of the rodeo contestants. [Photo courtesy Barbara Hegarty]
Little girls are 'Queens for a Day'
Four little girls were treated to the opportunity to be “Queen for a Day” yesterday. more
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Night to Shine is a success!
Okeechobee’s second annual Night to Shine took place on Feb. 7 at First Baptist Church of Okeechobee. more
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A foggy morning on Lake Okeechobee doesn't even slow the avid fishermen down.
A foggy morning on the lake
A foggy morning on Lake Okeechobee doesn't even slow the avid fishermen down. more
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OKEECHOBEE — Sandra Pearce, a well-known Okeechobee photographer was honored to see some of her photographs featured on this unique dress made by Mandy. Pictured with Mandy is Pearce's husband, Okeechobee City Councilman David McAuley. The dress was worn at the PPA Convention in Dallas. Mandy used pages from the Professional Photography Association magazine. [Photo courtesy David McAuley]
Local photographer's photos used to make one-of-a-kind dress
Sandra Pearce, a well-known Okeechobee photographer was honored to see some of her photographs featured on this unique dress made by Mandy. more
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Nunez receives President's Volunteer Service Award
A local woman, Apolonia Nunez, was recently awarded the President’s Volunteer Service Award for 2024. more
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Fawn Barr is a local artist who has been sharing her knowledge and skill with Okeechobee for the last 40 years.
Local artist to be featured at Ritz-Carlton
Wildlife and nature artist, Fawn McNeill Barr, recently received an invitation to showcase her work in an exclusive... more
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Lorenzo Torres was one of two boys who won bikes this year during BMJ Towing's annual giveaway.
Local boys win bikes
During BMJ Towing's annual contest, Blake Mullin and Lorenzo Torres won bikes for Christmas. more
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Members of an Okeechobee church were shocked Sunday when their pastor was kidnapped right in front of their noses.
How the Grinch stole the pastor
Members of an Okeechobee church were shocked Sunday when their pastor was kidnapped right in front of their noses. more
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OKEECHOBEE — Prosper Noggin held a Live Nativity on Thursday night, Dec. 19. 
Prosper Noggin holds live nativity
OKEECHOBEE — Prosper Noggin held a Live Nativity on Thursday night, Dec. 19.  more
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County clerk's office loves to participate in Adopt a Senior program
Adopt a Senior program is a favorite of county employees
Each year, Okeechobee County employees are encouraged to adopt a senior for Christmas. more
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Lou Santa Bertone
You can believe in Santa and the Christ Child too
After reading a story by a woman who questioned why Christians taught their children about Santa Claus, Lou “Santa” Bertone had to respond. more
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'Santa' tells the story of Silent Night
Have you ever wondered where some of your favorite Christmas songs came from? more
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Santa is very real says Lou Bertone AKA Santa
Is Santa real?
Is Santa Claus real? Does Santa Claus exist? Is there a Santa Claus? more
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Ian Nairnsey published his first novel at the age of 91.
Author publishes first novel at 91 years of age
Okeechobee’s resident expert on musical theatre recently revealed a hidden talent. more
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Walmart rolls out Caroline's Carts..[Photo by Cathy Womble/Lake Okeechobee News]
Walmart rolls out Caroline's Carts
The Okeechobee Walmart quietly rolled out two new Caroline’s Carts for use by people with special needs. more
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