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Girl Scouts host 2025 Summer Camp at Camp Welaka

The countdown to summer fun is on! Registration is now open for the Girl Scouts of Southeast Florida’s 2025 summer camp...

Quarters for a Cause to benefit Dawn Helfinstine is May 20

The Quarters for a Cause to benefit Dawn Helfinstine will be held on Tuesday, May 20 at the American Legion...

'Share the Shelf' encourages seasonal residents to donate canned goods, boxed foods

Harry Chapin Food Bank has launched Share the Shelf, an end-of-spring food collection encouraging seasonal residents...
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11.72 feet
Last year: 14.64 feet
Depth given in feet above sea level.
Human Interest
April is National Autism Awareness Month, and who better to discuss autism than the parents of an autistic child?
After a serious car accident in front of Popeye’s last week, little Lucy disappeared.
When Ryan Cottor was eight months old, his parents learned he wasn’t just a late bloomer when it comes to motor skills.
Schools
Who says test prep can’t be fun? Miss Radomski’s third grade class did an egg hunt full of math review!
Miss Robert’s students created a class book with their own illustrations and writings about what their lives...
On Wednesday, April 16, sixth through eighth grade Yearling Middle School students participated in Math Bowl...
Wildlife & Environment
OKEECHOBEE -- Residents in the Lazy 7 area have noticed dry conditions in the L-62 canal. SFWMD Okeechobee Field Station crews are using the dry weather conditions …
Range maps for diamondback terrapins – a type of vulnerable aquatic turtle species...
Government
The U.S. Postal Service to proudly unveil three individual commemorative stamps honoring the 250th anniversaries
Food trucks were back on the Okeechobee City Council’s agenda this week.
Because Finance Director India Riedel was unable to attend the April 15 Okeechobee City Council meeting...
Police/Fire
During a ceremony on Thursday, April 17, South Florida State College’s (SFSC) Basic Corrections Academy Class 113 graduated...
A 4-year-old boy was brought to Raulerson Hospital after nearly drowning in a swimming pool.
Opinion
AMAC Certified Social Security Advisor Russell Gloor answers questions about Social Security.
News outlets obsess over shocking, high-profile crimes -- from murders to violent carjackings.
The FWC is seeking feedback from the public on proposed changes to bear hunting regulations in Florida. To help, please complete a short comment tool to share your thoughts on this topic.
Hurricane News
The SBA’s disaster loans offer immediate financial relief, allowing individuals and businesses...
Thanks to a $1.5 million federal grant, LaBelle Middle School will be a more comfortable hurricane shelter in the future.
Veterans

Local veterans to take Honor Flight in May

Veterans from Okeechobee and Glades Counties will soon be taking off on an all-expenses-paid trip to Washington D.C....

OCSO assists with benefit poker run

VFW Post 10539 would like to thank the Okeechobee County Sheriff's Office deputies Officer Adrian Rogers...
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Agriculture
With Cinco de Mayo approaching, now’s the time to dig into guacamole and even plant the tree...
Behind every fresh head of lettuce and pepper on your plate, there’s a team of scientists working tirelessly...
A newly published UF/IFAS report reveals significant knowledge gaps about fertilizer among Floridians ...
Health

Man claims government planted flesh-eating bug in him

When a deputy called to tell a man he was trespassed from HCA Raulerson Hospital...

FDOH reminds residents to vaccinate pets

The Florida Department of Health is warning residents to vaccinate their pets and avoid contact with wild and stray animals.

FDOH reminds residents to vaccinate pets

The Florida Department of Health is warning residents to vaccinate their pets and avoid contact with wild and stray animals.

The hidden threat to care for the Down syndrome community

When my son was born with Down syndrome, I learned quickly that the smallest details of medical care...
Business
Join the South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) for upcoming public meetings in the next three weeks.
A meeting of the Gopher Tortoise Technical Assistance Group will be held virtually on Friday, April 25...
Florida gas prices declined 11 cents last week. The state average was $3.00 per gallon on Sunday.
Traffic & Road Work

Okeechobee County Road Watch for week beginning April 20

Road Watch report for Okeechobee County for the week of Sunday, April 20. Motorists are reminded...

Glades County Road Watch for week beginning April 20

Road Watch report for Glades County for the week of Sunday, April 20. Motorists are reminded...

Glades County Road Watch Report for week beginning April 13

Change the date) Road Watch report for Glades County for the week of Sunday, April 13. Motorists are reminded...

Hendry County Road Watch Report for week beginning April 13

Change the date) Road Watch report for Hendry County for the week of Sunday, April 13. Motorists are reminded...
State

Students from 2 Florida shootings demand the governor reject a law to lower the gun purchasing age

Students who experienced a shooting at both Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in 2018 and Florida State University days ago sent a letter to Gov. Ron DeSantis, demanding he rejects a law that …

No injuries reported from fire on Delta plane at Florida airport

A Delta Air Lines airplane caught fire before it was supposed to take off at a central Florida airport, forcing the evacuation of passengers. There were no initial reports of any injuries during the …
National & World

AP PHOTOS: Pope Francis, first Latin American pontiff, dies at 88

Pope Francis, history’s first Latin American pontiff who charmed the world with his humble style and concern for the poor but alienated conservatives with critiques of capitalism and climate …

AP PHOTOS: The last images of Pope Francis, taken at Easter services the day before he died

Francis made his final public appearance on Easter Sunday. He appeared very frail and had delegated the celebration of the Easter Mass to another cardinal. Though his voice was weak, he blessed a …
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