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Special Athletes treated to airboat rides
Danny Brown, Cary McCullough, and John Busbin were kind enough to invite some of the Okeechobee special Athletes out to enjoy an airboat ride. more
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North Elementary School receives Florida Semiconductor Institute Rising Trailblazer Award
Mrs. Kristi Nolte’s class at North Elementary has been recognized by the Florida Semiconductor Institute... more
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Teen claims he damaged cars after being blackmailed
An Okeechobee teen was arrested earlier this month after he allegedly broke car windows, claiming he was being blackmailed into doing it. more
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The western portion of Martin Grade Scenic Highway is like driving through a tunnel of trees. The roadway was recently featured on program on The Florida Channel in April. [Photo by Katrina Elsken/Lake Okeechobee News]
Martin Grade Scenic Highway featured on The Florida Channel
In April, The Florida Channel series on Florida’s Scenic Highways and Byways featured Martin Grade Scenic Highway. more
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Jose Romero
Fugitive captured in Mexico, will be extradited back to Okeechobee
We have featured Jose Romero, also known as “Bow Wow,” on Warrant Wednesday for the past several months. more
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The Lady Brahmans celebrate following their win over Jensen Beach. [Photo courtesy OHS Softball]
OHS softball battles in regional postseason
The Okeechobee High School Lady Brahman softball team kicked off their entrance in the regional playoffs with a big win. more
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Evan Neal to host 4th annual youth football camp in Okeechobee
Former Okeechobee Brahman and current New York Giant offensive lineman Evan Neal will be back in his hometown on June 13 to host a football camp for local youth. more
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Michelle Lapointe is pictured with her parents Cheryl and Jeff Lapointe. She credits them with being her rocks while she recovered from the accident.
Teacher appreciates her peers
The Okeechobee community is known for its generosity, especially when one of its citizens faces trials or tribulations. more
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Floral City man sentenced to seven years in state prison for soliciting a minor
Andrew Finlayson was sentenced on May 7 to seven years in state prison followed by eight years sex offender probation... more
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Denise Whitehead
Whitehead selected to replace Ritter as city administrator upon his retirement
The Okeechobee City Council held a special meeting on Monday, May 11, to interview four candidates for the city administrator position. more
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OKEECHOBEE -- Genesis Tijerina, 3, enjoyed having her face painted at the Gun Safety Awareness Event held May 9 at the Parrott Island outdoor venue. [Photo by Katrina Elsken/Lake Okeechobee News]
Kids enjoy Gun Safety Awareness event
OKEECHOBEE – Parrott Island’s Outdoor Venue was the site of a Children’s Gun Safety Awareness Event on May 9. more
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Each year, the Okeechobee Special Olympic athletes are invited to enjoy a rodeo, complete with backstage/arena passes.
Special Athletes enjoy rodeo
Each year, Special Athletes of Okeechobee are invited to the Ag Civic Center to enjoy a rodeo, complete with behind-the-scenes passes.  more
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Lila Corbitt displays the seven ribbons she was awarded for her artwork entered into the FCAA Fine Arts Competition.
Young artist brings home multiple ribbons from Fine Arts Competition
A 12-year-old Okeechobee artist entered a fine arts competition last week and came away with ribbons for every visual art category she entered. more
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Hardee County youth cast in 'A Land Remembered'
A 12-year-old Hardee County youth will play Zech MacIvey in a film series of “A Land Remembered.” more
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Sheriff Noel E. Stpehen, Lt. Governor Jay Collins, Chief Deputy Michael Hazellief
Okeechobee County Sheriff’s Office hosts Lt. Governor Jay Collins for Public Safety Discussions
The Okeechobee County Sheriff’s Office was honored to welcome Florida Lieutenant Governor Jay Collins today as part of his continued outreach efforts with law enforcement leaders … more
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OKEECHOBEE — Congratulations to Okeechobee on having three students place in the State Poster Contest! All three attend Okeechobee Christian Academy. • Ava Lamb – 2nd Place, Grades K–1 • Jet Schooley – 2nd Place, Grades 4–6 • Luke Streelman – 2nd Place, Grades 7–9
Three OCA students win poster contest
Congratulations to Okeechobee on having three students place in the State Poster Contest! All three attend Okeechobee Christian Academy. more
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The Lady Brahmans hold up their district championship trophy after defeating Jensen Beach. [Photo courtesy OHS Softball]
Lady Brahmans win softball district championship
OKEECHOBEE- The Okeechobee High School Lady Brahman softball team have secured a district championship with their dramatic extra innings win over the Jensen Beach ... … more
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OHS selects new coach to lead Brahman football team
Antwan Blatch will join the Brahmans as head football coach beginning with the 2026 season. more
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Kelley Sherman is still missing and considered endangered.
Do YOU know where Kelley is?
As we get ready to celebrate Mother’s Day with our own families, one Okeechobee mom has been missing for six long years. more
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Micahel La Mura recently published a book about his struggle to overcome addiction.
Former addict writes book based on his experience
After struggling with addiction for many years, an Okeechobee man not only overcame it but also wrote a book about it. more
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