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Harry Chapin Food Bank receives $500K grant from Florida Blue
FORT MYERS – The Florida Blue Foundation donated $500,000 to Harry Chapin Food Bank’s Feeding the Future capital campaign to ... more
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Public Meeting scheduled for the East Fort Thompson Ave. Sidewalk Improvement Project on March 31
The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) invites you to attend a public meeting either in person or online on March 31 ... more
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The 4th Annual PBSC Invitational: 2026 Panther Prowl Motorcycle Rodeo & Motorman Tribute will be held from March 25–28, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily, at the Palm Beach State College Lake Worth campus, 4200 S Congress Ave. in Lake Worth. [Photo courtesy Palm Beach State College]
PBSC hosts 4th Annual Panther Prowl Motorcycle Rodeo & Motorman Tribute
Palm Beach State College’s Criminal Justice Institute, in partnership with the PBSO and the PBA, will host the 4th Annual PBSC Invitational ... more
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On March 19, fans gathered at the BE stage in the main concert area of Sunshine Grove. [Photo by Ivan Meneses]
After initial traffic problems, 2026 OMF runs smoothly
OKEECHOBEE – The 2026 Okeechobee Music Festival attracted thousands of visitors to Okeechobee County, March 19-22. more
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Publix Super Markets Charities presented a $250,000 check to Habitat for Humanity of Lee and Hendry Counties. [Photo courtesy Habitat for Humanity of Lee and Hendry Counties]
Habitat for Humanity receives $250,000 grant from Publix Super Markets Charities
Habitat for Humanity of Lee and Hendry Counties has received a $250,000 grant from Publix Super Markets Charities ... more
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At Frick Frack Blackjack at the Okeechobee Music Festival, you could bet almost anything -- except money -- against a variety of prizes. Before cards were drawn, the dealer and players negotiated the terms. For example, a miniature basketball hoop was bet against an umbrella hat. A deck of cards was bet against a plastic toy. An action figure was bet against a different action figure. Those who didn't have anyting to bet could bet a challenge -- like doing 10 jumping jacks. [Photo by Katrina Elsken/Lake Okeechobee News]
More photos from Okeechobee Music Festival
OKEECHOBEE -- Another Okeechobee Music Festival is history. more
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Lisandra Fernandez (left) owner of Alaska Farms and yoga instructor Karina Passarell (right) led the popular Goat Yoga sessions at the 2026 Okeechobee Music Festival. [Photo by Katrina Elsken/Lake Okeechobee News]
Music festival fun includes Goat Yoga
Set up a guided yoga session – and let a bunch of pygmy goats loose to wander, frolic and jump on those doing yoga. more
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OKEECHOBEE -- Okeechobee Music Festival has three main stages as well as smaller stages throughout the venue. [Photo by Katrina Elsken/Lake Okeechobee News]
OMF founder has faith in the festival
"Success is falling nine times and getting up ten,” Jon Bon Jovi more
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OMF offers more than music
OKEECHOBEE – The Okeechobee Music & Arts Festival, which started Thursday, March 19 and continues through Sunday, March 22, features an impressive musical lineup. But the festival is so much … more
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Eddie painted walls and baseboards at the Pregnancy Center.OKEECHOBEE –– The Pregnancy Center is so grateful to Eddie from Eddie’s Custom Painting for serving their center the week of March 16. He took the time to touch up our walls and baseboards, and the difference it made is incredible. His work was done with excellence and care, and it truly helped refresh their space in such a generous way. The Pregnancy center thanks Eddie, for using his time and talents to bless the center — they appreciate him more than they can say! [Photo courtesy Pregnancy Center of Okeechobee]
Eddie painted walls and baseboards at the Pregnancy Center
The Pregnancy Center is so grateful to Eddie from Eddie’s Custom Painting for serving their center the week of March 16. more
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Kids and families enjoyed Painting in the Park
Healthy Start thanks everyone who attended their Fatherhood Workshop: Painting in the Park on March 14. more
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AASWFL to hold Professional Elder Abuse Prevention Training on March 25
The Area Agency on Aging of Southwest Florida will hold Professional Elder Abuse Prevention Training event on March 25. more
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OKEECHOBEE -- Some festival fans have a threme for their group costumes. [Photo by Katrina Elsken/Lake Okeechobee News]
Okeechobee Music Festival underway
OKEECHOBEE -- The Okeechobee Music Festival is underway at Sunshine Grove in northeastern Okeechobee County. The four-day festival started March 19 and continues through March 22. For … more
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Survivor Empowerment Walk planned
The 19th Judicial Circuit Sexual Assault Response Team will host the 3rd Annual Survivor Empowerment Walk on Friday, April 10... more
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OKEECHOBEE -- Monster Energy set up a booth with music and breakdancers outside the Okeechobee Walmart store on March 19. [Photo by Katrina Elsken/Lake Okeechobee News]
OMF fans head to Walmart for supplies
As Okeechobee Music Festival fans poured into Okeechobee County on Wednesday and Thursday, many headed for Walmart. more
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Okeechobee Music Festival fans camp at Sunshine Grove.
‘Grillachobee’ at Music Festival
No open flames will be allowed in OMF campgrounds, but festival goers can cook on communal grills provided by OMF. more
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The Clewiston Sugar Festival welcomed an estimated 23,000 attendees this year, marking one of the largest crowds in the event’s history. [Photo courtesy US Sugar]
Near-record crowd of 23,000 celebrates at Clewiston Sugar Festival
The Clewiston Sugar Festival welcomed an estimated 23,000 attendees this year, marking one of the largest crowds ... more
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Expect influx of Music Festival fans on Thursday
Are you ready for the Okeechobee Music Festival? If you don't like traffic and crowds, you might consider doing your shopping before Thursday or after Friday. more
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Kiwanis presents Community Service Award
OKEECHOBEE — On Thursday, March 12, the Kiwanis Club of Okeechobee presented its quarterly Community Service Award to Chuck Akers (left) for his outstanding commitment. Chuck, who has been married … more
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Carnival Day with Dad was a huge success
Healthy Start had a great time at their Carnival Day with Dad event. It was a fun day filled with games, laughter ... more
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