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Charges dropped against one alleged shooter in attempted murder case
Three attempted second-degree murder charges against Drayton Billie were dropped in October. more
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WEST PALM BEACH -- Manatees gather at Manatee Lagoon, 6000 Flagler Drie, near the FPL powqer plant. Manatees experience cold stress when water temperatures drop below 68 degrees. When temperatures drop, they seek warm water near natural springs -- whiuch stay 70 degrees year round -- and near power plants. In 2025, FWC reported 628 manatee deaths. For the story, see page X. [Photo by Katrina Elsken/Lake Okeechobee News]
Manatees at risk from cold, pollution and herbicides
Manatee deaths are on the rise again in Florida, according to data released by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC). more
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WEST PALM BEACH -- Manatees gather at Manatee Lagoon, 6000 Flagler Drie, near the FPL powqer plant. Manatees experience cold stress when water temperatures drop below 68 degrees. When temperatures drop, they seek warm water near natural springs -- whiuch stay 70 degrees year round -- and near power plants. In 2025, FWC reported 628 manatee deaths. For the story, see page X. [Photo by Katrina Elsken/Lake Okeechobee News]
Manatees at risk from cold, pollution and herbicides
Manatee deaths are on the rise again in Florida, according to data released by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC). more
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Offensive linemen hold up Cobb after his touchdown in the Xbox Bowl. [Photo courtesy Carla Wehmeyer]
Clewiston’s Chauncy Cobb selected to All-American Team
Former Clewiston Tiger and current Arkansas State wide receiver Chauncy Cobb has been selected to the Hero Sports Group of Five All-American Team. more
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Teen tased while running from deputies
A 15-year-old girl was arrested after allegedly punching her grandfather in the head. more
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Man hit by vehicle after confronting speeding driver
An Okeechobee man was hit by a car when he tried to stop speeding on the road where he lives. more
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Woman asleep in running vehicle charged with drug possession
An anonymous 911 caller told the dispatcher there was an unresponsive woman slumped over the wheel of her car outside a Family Dollar store this week. more
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Nearly naked man accused of urinating in Walmart parking lot
After he was allegedly found nearly naked and intoxicated in the Walmart parking lot, an Okeechobee man was arrested and charged with DUI. more
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Christie Caliendo recently published her first novel, Lesser Haven, based in the Moore Haven area.
Florida native publishes book set in Moore Haven and surrounding area
A Florida native has published her first novel, and it is based on the Lake Okeechobee area, particularly Moore Haven. more
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Senior Clarence Hunter maneuvers around a Pahokee defender. [Photo courtesy Moore Haven Middle-High School]
Terriers beat Okeechobee, Glades Central and Pahokee
The Moore Haven Terriers varsity basketball team secure a sweep of their Lake Okeechobee rivals early this season. more
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Buddy Mills inducted into FFA Hall of Fame
 Florida FFA is pleased to announce the inductees for the 2026 Florida FFA Hall of Fame. The Florida FFA Hall of Fame began in 2007 to pay tribute to those outstanding individuals who have … more
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The Hungry Caterpillar was placed in the Butterfly Garden in hope that others would add on and see how long he would grow.
Rock painting is on the rise
Could rock painting be making a comeback? Two women are working hard to make this happen. Tabitha Crawford and Sursha Reyna began by starting a new Facebook Page called Chobee ROCKS. … more
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O.L. Raulerson to be inducted into FDLE Hall of Fame
Former Okeechobee County Sheriff O.L. Raulerson was chosen to be inducted into the Florida Law Enforcement Hall of Fame this week. more
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Sheriff Noel E. Stephen acccepts Everyday Hero award for his work with the youth of Okeechobee County
Sheriff Stephen recognized as Everyday Hero
On Wednesday, Dec. 17, Okeechobee County Sheriff Noel E. Stephen was recognized as an Everyday Hero by the ... more
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Legislation could force counties to cut services
OKEECHOBEE – Bills under consideration by the Florida Legislature could have big impacts on small counties. more
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Map by Angeline Meeks/Live Wildly Foundation
Siboney Ranch approved for permanent conservation
TALLAHASSEE, FL  – On Dec. 17, the Florida Governor and Cabinet approved funding for the permanent conservation of  21,553.27 acres  across  four properties  … more
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Map by Angeline Meeks/Live Wildly Foundation
Siboney Ranch approved for permanent conservation
TALLAHASSEE, FL  – On Dec. 17, the Florida Governor and Cabinet approved funding for the permanent conservation of  21,553.27 acres  across  four properties  … more
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OKEECHOBEE -- The second phase of the Okeechobee County Jail Renovation and Expansion Project is nearing completion. [Photo courtesy Okeechobee County Government]
Second phase of jail project nears completion
OKEECHOBEE – Okeechobee County Sheriff’s Office will host a Jail Renovation Open House on Jan. 20 from 4 to 6 p.m. at 504 N.W. Fourth Street. more
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Alexander Gomez drives the ball down field against Legacy. [Photo courtesy OHS Boys Soccer]
Okeechobee Brahmans shutout Lake Placid Dragons 8-0
The Okeechobee High School Brahman varsity soccer team is headed into Christmas break with an impressive 12-1-1 record. more
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Senior Sa'Nyree Myers is one of the top scorers in the state this season. [Photo courtesy Big Play Visuals]
Moore Haven’s Myers is one of the top scorers in the state
The Moore Haven Lady Terriers are 10-0 through their first ten games this season, and during that win streak ... more
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