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Members of the Moore Haven volleyball program got the chance to watch a game at Florida Gulf Coast University. [Photo courtesy Moore Haven Athletics]
Lady Terriers volleyball putting together dominating season 
The Moore Haven Lady Terriers are 13-2 headed into the last few games of the regular season and look like they’re ready to make a playoff run.   more
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Woman charged with burglary in Treasure Island
An Okeechobee woman was surprised last week when a stranger opened the door to her home... more
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Okeechobee City Police Department welcomes Jarrett Romanello as detective and public information officer.
OCPD welcomes new detective/PIO
Okeechobee City Police Department recently welcomed its new detective/PIO officer. more
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Alleged drunk driver hits prison gate
A car crashed into the security gate at the entrance to Okeechobee Correctional Institute on Wednesday at approximately 10:30 p.m. more
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Gun Owners of America rep explains why emergency ordinance mistake was a big deal
After an emergency ordinance was issued by the Okeechobee City Council in preparation for Hurricane Helene,... more
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Okeechobee County Fire Rescue Chief Earl Wooten carries a passenger on his back. [Photo courtesy OCFR]
Emergency landing causes no injuries
OCSO received a report of a small aircraft making an emergency landing in a remote northwestern section of Okeechobee County. more
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Veterans invited for breakfast in the park
All veterans are invited to come and share breakfast together in Veterans' Memorial Park on Oct. 11... more
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Delray Beach man accused of meeting minor for sex
OCSO Criminal Investigations Division received information regarding an adult male traveling to Okeechobee County from … more
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Lake Okeechobee level still rising slowly
The Lake Okeechobee area was spared from damage from Hurricane Helene, as local officials watch other potential tropical storms in the height of the hurricane season. more
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Lake Okeechobee north shore, photo taken March 17, 2024. [Photo by Katrina Elsken/Lake Okeechobee News]
Lake Okeechobee level still rising slowly
The Lake Okeechobee area was spared from damage from Hurricane Helene, as local officials watch other potential tropical storms in the height of the hurricane season. more
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Okeechobee Main Street hosts Farmers Market
Okeechobee Main Street hosted their first Farmers’ Market in Flagler Park on Oct. 2.  Customers browsed stands with fresh produce, microgreens, honey, eggs, chicken, … more
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12-year-old airlifted after motocross accident
A 12-year-old boy was airlifted to Saint Mary’s Hospital on September 29 at approximately 11:15 a.m. more
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Suspect arrested in rape case
On Saturday, September 28, the OCSO received a report about a 33-year-old female who had been sexually assaulted. more
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Candidates for city council participate in a forum on March 22, 2021 at the Freshman Campus auditorium. These candidates were running for city council during a special election.
City to host political forum
Okeechobee City Council discussed the possibility of hosting or partnering with another organization... more
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Gun Owners of America rep speaks to city council
During its meeting, the Okeechobee City Council was addressed by Luis Valdes concerning the emergency declaration... more
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City apologizes for mistake in emergency ordinance
City explains provision involving gun use was included by mistake. more
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Bruce and Mary Anne Swinford, of Big Lake Mission, relax after the Christmas bike/top run in 2023.
Big Lake Mission needs your support
Despite rumors to the contrary, Big Lake Mission is still alive and well and serving the Okeechobee community. more
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Okeechobee experienced power outages during storm
Okeechobee County was spared serious damage from Hurricane Helene, according to information shared at the Sept. 27 meeting ... more
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OMF organizers postpone 2025 festival 
Festivalgoers looking forward to attending the Okeechobee Music and Arts Festival next year will have to wait a little longer.   more
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Teen charged with armed burglary
A 16-year-old Okeechobee boy has been charged with armed, masked burglary. more
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