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Christmas cookie designed stamps for the holidays.
USPS announces Christmas cookie stamp designs for holidays
This booklet of 20 Christmas Cookies Forever stamps includes images of four frosted sugar cookies appearing on alternating... more
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Darya Haija, founder of Kidz Care 4 Kidz, sold handmade friendship bracelets and beaded pens to raise money for programs supporting children and teens in foster care. [Photo courtesy Kidz Care 4 Kidz]
SWFL girls sell friendship bracelets, beaded pens to support children in foster care
A pair of Southwest Florida girls representing Kidz Care 4 Kidz, a local youth-led charity, sold handmade friendship bracelets and beaded pens ... more
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Harry Chapin Food Bank volunteers packing produce.
Harry Chapin Food Bank receives Fly Beyond Key Issue Grant from The Wawa Foundation
Harry Chapin Food Bank has received a $15,000 Fly Beyond Key Issue Grant from The Wawa... more
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Veterans Fair is Aug. 26
The Summer 2026 Okeechobee POP UP Veterans Fair is coming to the Big Lake VFW Post 10935 on Wednesday, Aug. 26, 2026, more
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‘Proof’ auditions announced for community theatre
The Okeechobee Community Theatre has opened casting for its upcoming production of “Proof”, with auditions scheduled ... more
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Pictured left to right is former Kiwanis President, Courtney Moyett, Mark Mayers, and current Kiwanis President, Gary Ritter. [Photo courtesy Kiwanis Club]
Letter to the Editor: Kiwanis Club raised $2,760 to donate to Real Life Children’s Ranch
On July 30, Kiwanis Club had the pleasure of hearing from Mark Mayers, the Executive Director of Real Life Children’s Ranch (RLCR). more
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Blank canvases transform into a work of art..CLEWISTON –– In July, the City of Clewiston Parks & Recreation Department welcomed the community to Paint Nite for an evening filled with creativity, conversation, and plenty of fun. From blank canvases to finished works of art, participants enjoyed the opportunity to learn, create, and spend time together in a relaxed community setting. Events like Paint Nite are a wonderful reminder of the importance of making time to connect with the people who make Clewiston home. [Photo courtesy City of Clewiston Parks & Recreation Department]
Blank canvases transform into works of art
In July, the City of Clewiston Parks & Recreation Department welcomed the community to Paint Nite for an evening filled with creativity, .. more
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Kiwanis Club presents Community Service Award to Aryan Karki..OKEECHOBEE — The Kiwanis Club of Okeechobee presented a Community Service Award to Aryan Karki. Aryan is a 2026 graduate of Okeechobee High School and was the Valedictorian, graduating with a 5.439 GPA. Among many other activities, he served as Key Club president, was a member of Beta Club and National Honor Society, and was in band for three years playing multiple instruments. Aryna assisted the Kiwanis Club with Santa in the Park and the Radio Auction, and spent many hours with Key Club projects. He will attend the University of Florida and has already receiving his AA for IRSC. His future plans are to attend medical school, hopefully at an Ivy League school. Pictured with Aryan is Kiwanis Past President and Key Club Sponsor Courtney Moyett. [Photo courtesy Kiwanis Club of Okeechobee]
Kiwanis Club presents Community Service Award to Aryan Karki
The Kiwanis Club of Okeechobee presented a Community Service Award to Aryan Karki. Aryan is a 2026 graduate of Okeechobee High School ... more
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Florida Freedom Tour visits Okeechobee
The Freedom Tour is an 18-wheeler traveling museum touring Florida to celebrate America's 250th anniversary ... more
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An image of the cover of the student edition of "A Land Remembered." [Photo courtesy, Bridget Stice, UF/IFAS]
Stuart museum plans 'A Land Remembered' exhibit
The Elliott Museum, 825 Ocean Blvd, Stuart, is creating an exhibit dedicated to 'A Land Remembered' … more
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Our Village campers will walk into school in style..OKEECHOBEE –– Our Villages sends a huge thank you to Children’s Services Council of Okeechobee for making it possible for their campers to pick out brand-new shoes for the upcoming school year. Our Village is also grateful to the amazing staff at Shoe Department for their support while helping campers find the perfect pair. The students can step into the new school year with confidence. [Photo courtesy Our Village]
Our Village campers will walk into school in style
Our Village sends a huge thank you to Children’s Services Council of Okeechobee for making it possible for their campers to pick out brand-new shoes ... more
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A.N.A.’s Friends CEO publishes book chronicling experiences of children in foster care
A.N.A.’s Friends CEO Jessica Kaestner has authored her first children’s book, “Ana’s Friends,” inspired by the realities facing children ... more
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Collaboratory and Hendry County EDC seek community input on childcare gaps, solutions
Collaboratory, (Southwest Florida’s regional community foundation), the Hendry County Economic Development Council (EDC) ... more
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OKEECHOBEE -- The Okeechobee Rotary Club raised money for equipment for the new fitness trail. [Photo by Katrina Elsken/Lake Okeechobee News]
Fitness Trail to add Story Walk
The Okeechobee Rotary Club is teaming up with the Okeechobee County Library to promote reading and physical fitness. more
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Joseph Outreach sponsors Financial Empowerment Session
A free Financial Empowerment Informational Session is planned for Saturday, Aug. 8 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Douglas Brown Center. more
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TCFB continues grab-and-go summer meal options for families in Okeechobee
This summer, Treasure Coast Food Bank (TCFB) is returning to Okeechobee ... more
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Historical Society plans 100th anniversary celebration for historic courthouse
In partnership with the Okeechobee Historical Society, Okeechobee County is proud to celebrate the 100th anniversary... more
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United Way receives $10,000 donation from Elevate Home Services
United Way of Lee, Hendry, and Glades has received a charitable gift of $10,000 from Elevate Home Services. more
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Library hosts Paws into Summer
On Wednesday, July 15, children had a blast at the Clewiston Public Library during Paws into Summer... more
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Repairs on the county pool are still underway.
County pool closure frustrates community
Facebook groups are covered with posts from local residents asking if the county pool is open for the summer yet. more
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