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OKEECHOBEE -- Tight Splice Charters shared this photo of a big catch on the Big O on March 23. Do you have a fishing phoito to share? Email it to okeenews@iniusa.org. [Photo courtesy Tight Splice Charters]
USACE reduces lake releases east and west
As Lake Okeechobee finally dipped below 13 feet (above sea level) last week, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has slowed the flow of lake water east and west. more
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Lake Okeechobee north shore, photo taken March 17, 2024. [Photo by Katrina Elsken/Lake Okeechobee News]
Lake recession could hit recovery level even if releases east stop
WEST PALM BEACH –  Lake releases to coastal estuaries may be slowing soon, but Mother Nature could bring the Big O lake level down anyway. more
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About 400 riders participated in 2022 Great Florida Cattle Drive, which was held in honor of the 500th anniversary of the arrival of cattle in Florida. The drive was originally planned for 2021, but had to be postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. [Photo by Katrina Elsken/Lake Okeechobee News]
Saddle up! Great Florida Cattle Drive planned in 2026
Have you ever wanted to experience a real cattle drive? Plans are underway for the next Great Florida Cattle Drive, Jan 26-31, 2026. history as … more
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Hand to hand combat techniques used during the Seminole Wars were demonstrated by the Osceola Warrior Legacy group at the 2024 Brighton Seminole Field Day Festival. [Photo by Katrina Elsken/Lake Okeechobee News]
Brighton Field Days set for Feb. 13-16
The Brighton Field Day festival is planned this weekend at Seminole Reservation Brighton, on Reservation Road (CR-721) in Glades County. more
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This photo is of the Port Mayaca Lock and Dam
Lake O once again blamed for coastal algal bloom
A nontoxic algal bloom at a marina in Port Salerno on Jan. 2 had some coastal media once again blaming Lake Okeechobee. more
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Yesterday’s Pop-Up vegetable distribution brought out corn, cabbage, potatoes, and sweet watermelons! Held in Belle Glade, PBSO - Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office made sure that products were sent to both South Bay and Pahokee residents as well as local senior citizens that couldn’t make it to the distribution site. Thanks to Restoration Bridge International and PBSO for assisting people in our community when they are most in need.
PBSO distributes produce to Glades area residents
Saturday's Pop-Up vegetable distribution brought out corn, cabbage, potatoes, and sweet watermelons! more
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Feb. 2 is Groundhog Day
According to Pennsylvania Dutch tradition, on Feb. 2, if the groundhog comes out of his burrow and sees his shadow, he will be frightened and go back underground more
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Lake O slowly receding
Lake Okeechobee is still about 6 inches higher than the average for this time of year, but the Big O is slowly receding. more
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The Santa Express has become an annual tradtion around Lake Okeechobee and in the Florida heartland. [Photo by Richard Marion/Lake Okeechobee News]
Santa Express visits Belle Glade, Clewiston, and Moore Haven 
U.S. Sugar’s Santa Express was back again this year making trips at towns around Lake Okeechobee.   more
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Austin Simmons drops back to pass against Georgia. [Joshua McCoy/Ole Miss Athletics]
Pahokee’s Austin Simmons helps Ole Miss beat Georgia 
Former Pahokee Blue Devil Austin Simmons stepped up to help spark a comeback for Ole Miss in a huge game against the University of Georgia on Nov. 9.   more
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Everglades snail kite in its next. [Photo courtesy SFWMD]
Snail kites find food source in invasive snails
Everglades snail kites are thriving in the Lake Okeechobee area, according to a report ... more
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This photo of Lake Okeechobee was taken March 17 at the Clif Betts Lakeside Recreation Area (aka Lock 7). [Photo by Katrina Elsken/Lake Okeechobee News]
Dry Season Outlook predicts drier, warmer winter
Florida is likely to experience a drier than normal dry season according to the Dry Season Outlook more
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Jake Owen to headline 2025 Sugar Festival
CLEWISTON – Jake Owen will headline the 2025 Clewiston Sugar Festival, festival organizers announced on Nov. 14. more
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Pier at Clif Betts Jr. Lakeside Recreation Area (aka Lock 7)
'Recovery year' proposed for Lake O
Will the dry season bring a “recovery” year for Lake Okeechobee? more
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Lake Okeechobee north shore, photo taken March 17, 2024. [Photo by Katrina Elsken/Lake Okeechobee News]
Public invited to participate in Lake O study
Lake O area anglers, officials and longtime residents know the lake’s ecology is suffering ... more
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BELLE GLADE -- Dance Alive National Ballet will present The Nutcracker.on Dec.. 8 at the Dolly Hand Cultural Arts Center. [Courtesy photo]
Dolly Hand Cultural Arts Center presents 43rd season
The Dolly Hand Cultural Arts Center, 1977 SW College Drive, Belle Glade, has announced shows for their 43rd Professional Guest Artist Series. more
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Amanda Orsenigo with students at the UF/IFAS Everglades Research and Education Center Centennial Celebration. From left to right: Maria Medina, Amanda Orsenigo, Manuel Tapia, and Luis Duarte. [Courtesy photo]
Don’t count out the newcomers in farming
October is National Farm to School Month, and some of the students stepping into the classroom today might just be the innovators … more
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The Taylor Creek S-193 Boat Lock on Lake Okeechobee's North Shore is now open to navigation. The lock was temporarily closed for maintenance work and reopened on Aug. 3. [Photo courtesy SFWMD]
Navigation locks to close as hurricane advances
The South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) is temporarily closing navigational locks in preparation of Hurricane Milton.  more
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Lake Okeechobee north shore, photo taken March 17, 2024. [Photo by Katrina Elsken/Lake Okeechobee News]
Lake Okeechobee level still rising slowly
The Lake Okeechobee area was spared from damage from Hurricane Helene, as local officials watch other potential tropical storms in the height of the hurricane season. more
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Water managers moved water into Big O ahead of storm
In anticipation of Hurricane Helene, SFWMD drew down the Kissimmee Chain of Lakes and Lake Istokpoga to create storage space … more
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