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OKEECHOBEE -- Lynne Schartschwerdt Glass donated a painting by Dr. Anna Darrow to the Okeechobee Historical Society on Sept. 16. [Photo by Katrina Elsken/Lake Okeechobee News]
Painting by 'Doc Anna' donated to Historical Society
A painting by “Doc Anna” Darrow has come home to Okeechobee. more
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Newspaper accounts chronicle 1926 hurricane that wiped out Moore Haven
On Sept. 18, 1926, a hurricane devastated what had been the thriving and growing town of Moore Haven. more
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Sally Settle's book, "In the Shadow of the Lone Cypress" is historical fiction. The description in the book of the 1926 hurricane is based on survivors' accounts that were published in the Glades County Democrat. [Photo by Katrina Elsken/Lake Okeechobee News]
100 years ago, Moore Haven was destroyed by a hurricane
This is a tale of two sisters and their efforts to preserve the history of 1926 hurricane damage in Moore Haven. more
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Garber Buick GMC excited to partner with Habitat for Humanity St. Lucie & Okeechobee
Habitat for Humanity St. Lucie & Okeechobee (Habitat SLO) are so grateful for our partners... more
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USPS salutes the U.S. Coast Guard Academy’s 150 years
The Postal Service continues its tradition of honoring American military academies by... more
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FWC and Wildlife Forever invite kids in kindergarten through 12th grade to enter the 2026-2027 Florida Fish Art Contest. [Photo courtesy FWC]
Florida Fish Art Contest open to students
Young artists across the state are invited to put their creativity on display as the FWC opens the 2026–2027 Florida Fish Art Contest ... more
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Sam McKee with the Pregnancy Center accepts a $2,270 check from Kiwanis President Paul Ritter. [Photo courtesy Kiwanis Club]
Kiwanis gives donations to Pregnancy Center
On Sept , the Kiwanis Club was honored to present the Pregnancy Center of Okeechobee with a check for $2,270 plus supplies ... more
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OKEECHOBEE -- TNT Airboat Conservation Club held airboat races at the Clif Betts Lakeside Recreation Area (Lock 7) on Saturday, Sept. 12 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.  Races are also planned for Oct. 24 and Dec. 12. Food trucks will be on site. [Photo by Katrina Elsken/Lake Okeechobee News]
Airboat races at Lock 7
TNT Airboat Conservation Club held airboat races at the Clif Betts Memorial Lakeside Recreation Area (Lock 7) on Saturday, Sept. 12 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.  more
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Lucky player hits $31,061.70 Quick Hit Link Jackpot at Seminole Brighton Bay Hotel & Casino
A lucky player hit a $31,061.70 jackpot on Sunday, Sept. 13, at Seminole Brighton Bay Hotel... more
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Commissioner Terry Burroughs along with members of Our Village Okeechobee and 211 Palm Beach & Treasure Coast. [Photo courtesy Okeechobee County]
County honors suicide prevention advocates, Constitution Week and grounds crew
The Okeechobee County Board of County Commissioners issued three proclamations during their regular meeting on Sept. 10. more
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Chipotle Mexican Grill opens in Okeechobee
Okeechobee has a new restaurant opening this week. Chipotle Mexican Grill opened its first location in Okeechobee. The new restaurant is located across from Home Depot more
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Harry Chapin Food Bank volunteers are sorting donations. [Photo courtesy Harry Chapin Food Bank]
Suncoast Credit Union announces $25,000 Hunger Action Month match for HCFB
As Hunger Action Month continues, Suncoast Credit Union is helping the community make an even greater impact by matching every donation ... more
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Hendry County Library Cooperative SWFLN Annual Award Recipients
On Aug. 11, the Southwest Florida Library Network (SWFLN) held their Annual Meeting and Awards Ceremony.  more
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The Historic Courthouse will be transformed into a walk-through historical experience featuring exhibits, photographs, artifacts and stories highlighting the people, events and public offices that have shaped Okeechobee County. [Photo courtesy Okeechobee County]
Okeechobee history displayed at 100-Year celebration
Okeechobee County invites residents and visitors to step back through a century of local history during the Historic Okeechobee County Courthouse 100-Year Open House Celebration. more
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Paws of War safely secured 10 dogs following their release from the New York facility. Five will remain in the organization’s care on Long Island and five will be transferred to Big Dog Ranch Rescue in South Florida. [Photo courtesy Paws of War]
Big Dog Ranch Rescue & Paws of War secure release of 10 dogs from Marshall BioResources
For the first time, Marshall BioResources, America’s largest breeding and animal testing facility has released 10 retired breeding dogs ... more
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Gas prices back over $4 per gallon around Lake Okeechobee
Gas prices in Okeechobee County rose up to over $4 per gallon around Lake Okeechobee per gallon through the first week of September ... more
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Collaboratory awarded the Caloosa Humane Society with a $5,000 check. [Photo courtesy Collaboratory]
Collaboratory announces recipients of ‘Arts and Animals’ grants
Collaboratory and its donors are making a strategic investment into the future of arts and animal care in Southwest Florida more
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MOD is a 501c3 that mentors young men 14-19 years old and engages in community service by mowing and cleaning yards for the elderly and disabled. [Courtesy photo]
Men of Distinction make an impact in the community
Men of Distinction (MOD), an organization designed to teach boys to become men, recently celebrated its 15th year in Okeechobee. more
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Photos from the Labor Day Parade
OKEECHOBEE -- The Okeechobee Labor Day Parade was held Sept. 7 in downtown Okeechobee. The parade featured antique cars, beauty queens, the Okeechobee High School marching band, veterans' … more
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OKEECHOBEE-- Miss Firecracker Emberlee Watt, 4, was ready for the rodeo on Sept. 5. Her mom, Carli Watt, also once held the Miss Firecracker crown. [Photo by Katrina Elsken/Lake Okeechobee News]
Rodeo fans brave rain and lightning
OKEECHOBEE – For 75 years, the Okeechobee Labor Day Rodeo has gone on “rain or shine” (with a few exceptions for some – but not all – hurricanes). more
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