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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.

Postal carrier describes dog attack

Each year in June, we recognize National Dog Bite Awareness week.

Don't be a victim of a scam

Scams come in all shapes and sizes, but all can cost you everything.

Nude neighbor told she can't urinate in the front yard

Neighbors have made multiple complaints about a nude woman urinating in her front yard.

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Community

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

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.

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...

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Lake Okeechobee

Lake releases halted until stormwater recedes

Heavy rainfall raises lake level

SFWMD regularly samples and tests Lake O water

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Current conditions

Observed from: Okeechobee County Airport

Fair, 82 °F

A chance of showers and thunderstorms, then showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm after 3pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 89. Calm … Get the full forecast

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13.39 feet

Last year: 14.37 feet

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Sports

New baseball program open to children ages 8 to 15

A new baseball program is coming to Okeechobee County.

Neal returns to Okeechobee to host football camp

Former Okeechobee Brahman and current New York Giant Evan Neal was back in his hometown on June 8 to host a football camp for local youth.

Soccer camp will help develop Brahman program

A soccer camp set for July could help the Okeechobee High School Brahman soccer program take the next step in the playoffs next season.

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Human Interest

LaBelle resident fights for water safety measures

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

Baby battles cancer like a warrior

The word cancer is a scary one, and when we hear it as a diagnosis for a baby, it can be terrifying.

Okeechobee teen starts business at 13

An Okeechobee teen is getting a head start in the business world by starting a business while still in high school.

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Schools

Christina Norman takes over as principal at OHS

Christina Norman is set to be the next principal at Okeechobee High School for the upcoming school year.

Megan Williamson named Florida FFA Advisor of the Year

Okeechobee’s Megan Williamson was named the Florida FFA Advisor of the Year at the 96th annual state convention this month.

Local students tour county during leadership camp

The first group of junior leaders from the Okeechobee County Economic Development Corporation’s Summer Leadership program graduated on June 13.

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Wildlife & Environment

SFWMD seeks input on Draft 2024 Sea Level Rise and Flood Resiliency Plan

The South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) is actively addressing the impacts of rising sea levels, extreme weather events, and changing rainfall and flood patterns. As part of our ongoing …

Help plan the future of the Fisheating Creek Wildlife Management Area

FWC invites you to attend the Fisheating Creek Wildlife Management Area 10-year Land Management Plan public hearing on Tuesday, July 23.

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Government

Candidates qualify for Okeechobee County elections

The qualification period for Okeechobee County elected offices closed June 14.

Museum reports exhibition a resounding success

Okeechobee Main Street reports that so far the Smithsonian Institution traveling exhibition “Voices and Votes...

Postal Service is closed on Wednesday, June 19

Postal Service retail locations will be closed, and there will be no regular mail delivery except...

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Police/Fire

Neighbor accused of spraying poison on plants through chain link fence

An Okeechobee man called law enforcement earlier this month to report he thought his neighbor was spraying poison...

Okeechobee County lifts burn ban

OKEECHOBEE – Thanks to recent rainfall, Okeechobee County is no longer under a burn ban.

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Opinion

Letter to the Editor: OCSO Sheriff Stephen congratulates staff

We are elated to be the first to bring the Okeechobee County Sheriff’s Office into compliance...

How To Survive A Panic Attack When It Strikes

Many people do not know what they should do when dealing with a panic attack, here are eight easy steps a person...

Medicare increase results in loss of Social Security benefits

AMAC Certified Social Security Advisor answers questions about Social Security.

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Hurricane News

FPL meteorologists prepare for potentially active hurricane season

Growing up in Indiana and then living in Oklahoma -- the heart of tornado alley...

FPL offers tips for customers to prepare for hurricane season

Ahead of the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season, which begins June 1, Florida Power & Light ...

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Adopt A Pet

Adopt a pet: Meet Casper

Monday, February 19

This Handsome boy is CASPER #2309129. He has been at the shelter for over six months.

Caloosa Humane Society presents Pets of the Week

Monday, January 22

This week’s Pets of the Week are a mix of adorable dogs and cats.

Adopt a Pet: Meet Max

Monday, January 8

I'm a handsome sweet boy looking and wishing for my forever home with you.

Fur-Tastic Pet Spa hosts visits with Santa

Tuesday, December 5, 2023

In case you missed it, here are some of the pictures from Saturday at Fur-Tastic Pet Spa LLC .

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Veterans

Veteran coalition fights suicide

The Greater Lake Okeechobee Veterans Service Coalition formed in the fall of 2023,

Smart & Safe Florida announces statewide Veterans Coalition

On Tuesday, April 23, the Smart & Safe Florida campaign launched its “Vets Vote #YesOn3” statewide Veterans Coalition...

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Agriculture

Cooling ‘blood oranges’ could make them even healthier

An orange teeming with antioxidants and other health benefits may be a shot in the arm...

UF/IFAS Florida-Friendly Landscaping™ launches new award: Natural recognition

Florida Friendly Landscaping™ (FFL) has created a new award to honor homeowners who install...

Sweaty cattle may boost food security in a warming world

Sweaty cows may not sound like the most exciting company, but in a warming world, researchers can’t get...

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Health

Aging America: Tips for reducing Alzheimer’s risk and improving brain health

As more Baby Boomers approach or exceed age 65, they are at increased risk for Alzheimer’s disease...

Healthy Start hosts annual meeting

Mark your calendars, everyone! Ensure you have the Healthy Start Annual Meeting on Wednesday, June 26...

Clearing the air about menthol cigarettes

Studies show flavorings like menthol make it easier to start smoking and harder to quit...

Facts and myths about summer skin protection

You may be surprised to learn that higher SPF does not always mean better protection.

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Business

AAA: Florida gas prices fall 5 cents

Florida gas prices have declined the past three consecutive weeks, falling to the lowest level since mid-February.

BBB Tip: Preparing for and recovering from flooding

The last few days of heavy rain has caused major flooding in southwest Florida.

Zachary Taylor Waterfront RV Resort wins a Best Park Award

Zachary Taylor RV Resort has won a Best Park Award from the Florida RV Park & Campground Association ...

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Traffic & Road Work

Okeechobee County Road Watch for week of June 23-29

The following column is the Road Watch report for Okeechobee County for the week beginning Sunday, June 23...

Okeechobee County Road Watch for week of June 16-22

The following column is the Road Watch report for Okeechobee County for the week beginning Sunday, June 16...

FDOT to hold in-person and online public workshops for SR 70 PD&E Study

You can participate live online or in-person. The same materials will be displayed at both...

AAA: Florida gasoline prices are the lowest since February

Florida gas prices are now the lowest since February. The state average has steadily declined the past 17...

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State

Prosecutors in classified files case to urge judge to bar Trump from inflammatory comments about FBI

The federal judge presiding over the classified documents prosecution of Donald Trump is hearing arguments on whether to bar the former president from public comments that prosecutors say could …

3 caught in Florida Panhandle rip current die a day after couple drowns off state's Atlantic coast

Authorities say three Alabama men who went for an evening swim soon after arriving at a Florida Panhandle beach were caught in a rip current and died. The deaths Friday evening were the latest in a …

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National & World

- Hurricane season begins June 1 – get ready now
  
  This year marks the 20th anniversary of the unprecedented 2004 hurricane season that saw four ...
- AAA Survey: 1-in-4 Floridians would ignore hurricane evacuation warnings
  
  Severe weather like hurricanes can wreak havoc on your home, damage your vehicle...
- Twenty years later: Lessons from the 2004 hurricane season
  
  The hurricane season of 2004 is seared into the memory of those living in the Okeechobee area that year.