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$1.5 million grant to fund generator for LaBelle Middle School

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Featured

Changes in LDRs to reduce light pollution

“To think that one day I would not be able to go outside and look up and see the sky, it breaks my heart,” said Okeechobee Mayor Dowling Watford ...

Senior Services provides meals, in-home care and more

Some Okeechobee County seniors struggle to keep food in the house, according to information shared at the Jan. 23 meeting of the Okeechobee County Commission.

Warren Sapp says he’s suing OCSO after wrongful arrest

NFL Hall of Famer Warren Sapp says he has filed suit against the Okeechobee County Sheriff’s Office, alleging he was wrongfully arrested in Okeechobee last year.

Man who planned a school shooting gets 3 years in prison

A 21-year-old Okeechobee man was sentenced to 3 years in state prison followed by 12 years probation...

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Community

Forward Bound Youth Services plans fundraising events

Forward Bound Youth Services, a non-profit organization, will host a youth dance in March and a Christmas in July dinner at the Douglas Brown Community Center in July.

Warming Center to open at RiteLife Thursday - Friday, January 23-24

Okeechobee County partnered with RiteLife Services, Inc. to offer a warming center to be open during the overnight hours...

Where do Girl Scout Cookie funds really go?

It’s the most delicious time of the year — Girl Scout Cookie Season is just around the corner!

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Lake Okeechobee

Lake O could reach target level by end of April

Julien Keen Jr. Lock open with width restriction

Notice to navigation: 2025-002 W.P. Franklin lock closure for diving

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Current conditions

Observed from: Okeechobee County Airport

Overcast, 43 °F

A slight chance of sprinkles. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 41. North northwest wind around 10 mph. Get the full forecast

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14.59 feet

Last year: 16.23 feet

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Sports

Tiger wrestlers win second at Canes Duals

The Clewiston Tigers varsity wrestling team traveled to Islamorada to compete in the Canes Duals on Jan. 18. The team finished in second place overall out of five teams.

New fitness trail added at sports complex

Aa new fitness trail is open at the Darrell Enfinger Sports Complex in Okeechobee County ...

Lady Terriers having best season since 2018

The Moore Haven Lady Terriers varsity basketball team has quietly put together their best season since 2018. And they look like they’re ready to make a run in the playoffs.

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Human Interest

Nunez receives President's Volunteer Service Award

A local woman, Apolonia Nunez, was recently awarded the President’s Volunteer Service Award for 2024.

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...

Local boys win bikes

During BMJ Towing's annual contest, Blake Mullin and Lorenzo Torres won bikes for Christmas.

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Schools

School board recognizes FFA students and school employees

Several FFA students were recognized at the Tuesday, Jan. 21, meeting of the...

New roof planned for South Elementary School

Among the items discussed at Okeechobee County School Board meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 21...

MHES recognizes Students of the Month

Here are Moore Haven Elementary School’s December Students of the Month!

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Wildlife & Environment

S-65D boat lock on Kissimmee River will be closed Jan. 29-31

The S-65D Boat Lock on the Kissimmee River in Okeechobee County will temporarily close next week...

Harmful Algal Bloom Task Force addresses problem of Red Tide

The Florida Harmful Algal Bloom Task Force has recently released its third consensus document...

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Government

City Council proclaims National School Choice Week

Okeechobee City Council proclaims National School Choice Week. "I call upon all citizens to honor those who devote their talents and energies to …

LaBelle approves permits for upcoming Swamp Cabbage festival

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

Joseph Abruzzo sworn in for 2nd term as PBC’s Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller

Joseph Abruzzo began his second four-year term as Palm Beach County’s Clerk of the Circuit Court...

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Police/Fire

Moore Haven woman arrested after calling 911

A Moore Haven woman was arrested last week after calling 911 regarding her husband.

Palm Beach County Arrest report

The following individuals were arrested on felony or driving under the influence (DUI) charges by the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office...

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Opinion

The Weekly Clothesline: Let your mission take wings

One of the perks of living in Florida is sitting outside by the pool under the warm sun…

Can my wife claim her Social Security now and get half my benefits later?

AMAC Certified Social Security Advisor Russell Gloor answers questions about Social Security.

The reason for the post-Covid lack of trust in doctors’ advice

Vaccines may not be the most spectacular of all the miracles of modern medicine, but they are arguably the most...

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Hurricane News

FEMA offers help to farmers

LABELLE -- FEMA will hold a farm recovery event on Dec. 10 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the UF/IFAS Hendry Co. Extension Building, 1085 Pratt Boulevard in LaBelle. The program will educate farmers …

FEMA opens recovery centers

FEMA has opened Disaster Recovery Centers in Glades, Okeechobee and Palm Beach counties …

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Adopt A Pet

Caloosa Humane Society presents Pets of the Week

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This week’s Pets of the Week are beautiful fur babies in need of loving families!

Caloosa Humane Society presents Pets of the Week

Monday, January 6

This week’s Pets of the Week are beautiful fur babies in need of loving families!

Caloosa Humane Society seeks forever homes for pets

Monday, December 30, 2024

The Caloosa Humane Society has a mix of adorable dogs and cats who are in need of loving families!

Pets need a new home

Monday, December 16, 2024

This week’s Pets of the Week are beautiful fur babies in need of loving families!

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Veterans

Helicopter to be returned home soon

The Veteran’s Park helicopter is being restored and will be home soon.

Veterans center to host “Hobbies & Helping Hands” Fair for military families

The Veterans Center of Excellence at Indian River State College invites veterans and their families to discover...

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Agriculture

UF/IFAS researchers deploy drones to perfect nutrient rates

The ability to detect crop nutrient deficiencies and promptly modify fertilizer application to address...

IRSC Students help decode genome of destructive citrus disease vector

A groundbreaking research collaboration led, in part, by Indian River State College Professor Tom D’Elia has...

Researchers combat devasting citrus greening disease

Scientists at the University of Florida are testing a new type of citrus tree that can fight off the tiny insects...

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Health

Child hunger should not become the norm in Florida

January is often a time for new beginnings, resolutions, and aspirations. For many families, it means...

Alzheimer Association will hold virtual Caregiver Support Group meetings

Support groups create a safe, confidential, supportive environment or community and a chance...

2025 FREE Health & Safety Expo is THIS weekend

The 2025 Health and Safety Expo and Touch a Truck are this weekend!

Healthier Glades celebrates six years through mini grants

Healthier Glades, a Palm Health Foundation Healthier Together initiative, proudly marked six years...

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Business

No cost, hassle free tax filing assistance available through United Way

Tax season is here, and United Way of Lee, Hendry, and Glades is ready to help Southwest Florida residents...

BBB Tips: How to avoid scams when donating to wildfire relief

As Southern California wildfires devastate communities, scammers will take advantage of generosity...

Historic Seminole Inn is for sale

INDIANTOWN -- The historic Seminole Inn is on the market, with an asking price of $4 million.

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Traffic & Road Work

AAA advice to protect your home and vehicle in frigid temperatures

Freezing temperatures and even snow is moving across parts of Florida this week.

AAA advice to protect your home and vehicle in frigid temperatures

Freezing temperatures and even snow is moving across parts of Florida this week.

Glades County Road Watch for week beginning Jan. 19

Road Watch report for Glades County for the week of Sunday, Jan. 19. Motorists are reminded...

Okeechobee County Road Watch for week beginning Jan. 19

Road Watch report for Okeechobee County for the week of Sunday, Jan. 19. Motorists are reminded...

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State

SouthState: Q4 Earnings Snapshot

WINTER HAVEN, Fla. (AP) — WINTER HAVEN, Fla. (AP) — SouthState Corporation (SSB) on Thursday reported fourth-quarter profit of $144.2 million. On a per-share basis, the Winter Haven, …

CSX: Q4 Earnings Snapshot

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (AP) — JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (AP) — CSX Corp. (CSX) on Thursday reported fourth-quarter profit of $733 million. On a per-share basis, the Jacksonville, Florida-based company …

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National & World

- Operation Blue Roof helps hurricane victims
  
  The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has placed tarps on more than 7,100 homes damaged by Hurricanes Helene and Milton...
- Operation Blue Roof extended
  
  Operation Blue Roof is a priority mission managed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for the Federal Emergency...
- MARC is set up at the library to help with disaster recovery
  
  If you are in need of help after the recent hurricane and its accompanying tornadoes, turn to your local library.

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Special Sections

$1.5 million grant to fund generator for LaBelle Middle School

Changes in LDRs to reduce light pollution

Senior Services provides meals, in-home care and more

Warren Sapp says he’s suing OCSO after wrongful arrest

Man who planned a school shooting gets 3 years in prison

Forward Bound Youth Services plans fundraising events

Warming Center to open at RiteLife Thursday - Friday, January 23-24

Where do Girl Scout Cookie funds really go?

E-newspaper

January 2025 LORE

Tiger wrestlers win second at Canes Duals

New fitness trail added at sports complex

Lady Terriers having best season since 2018

Caloosa Humane Society presents Pets of the Week

Caloosa Humane Society presents Pets of the Week

Caloosa Humane Society seeks forever homes for pets

Pets need a new home

Helicopter to be returned home soon

Veterans center to host “Hobbies & Helping Hands” Fair for military families

Child hunger should not become the norm in Florida

Alzheimer Association will hold virtual Caregiver Support Group meetings

2025 FREE Health & Safety Expo is THIS weekend

Healthier Glades celebrates six years through mini grants

AAA advice to protect your home and vehicle in frigid temperatures

AAA advice to protect your home and vehicle in frigid temperatures

Glades County Road Watch for week beginning Jan. 19

Okeechobee County Road Watch for week beginning Jan. 19

SouthState: Q4 Earnings Snapshot

CSX: Q4 Earnings Snapshot

AP Week in Pictures

After 80 years, not many Auschwitz survivors are left. One man makes telling the stories his mission

13-year-old Okeechobee boy killed in crash on US 27

Two killed in three-vehicle crash on SR 78

Operation Blue Roof helps hurricane victims

Operation Blue Roof extended

MARC is set up at the library to help with disaster recovery