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Mayor Dowling Watford proclaims October 2026 Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Martha’s House Executive Director Edna Malagon and Director of Advocacy Services Kelli Chapman accept the Proclamation on behalf of their lifesaving work in our community.
Mayor proclaims October 2026 as Domestic Violence Awareness Month
Mayor Watford has officially proclaimed October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month in the City of Okeechobee! We were proud to see Martha’s House Executive Director … more
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OKEECHOBEE — Flooding in Southwest residential area taken Sept. 21, 2026.
Report flooding concerns online
Complete the Flood Observation Survey through our partnership with the South Florida Water Management District and share valuable information to … more
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OKEECHOBEE -- At their Oct. 8 meeting the Board of County Commissioners issued a Proclamation to Jennifer Williams on.behalf of the Treasure Coast Builders Association Charitable Foundation, designating the month.of October 2026 as Careers in Construction Month in Okeechobee County. The proclamation was presented by Commissioner Brad Goodbread. [Photo by Katrina Elsken/Lake Okeechobee News]
October is Careers in Construction Month
OKEECHOBEE -- At their Oct. 8 meeting, the Board of County Commissioners issued a Proclamation to Jennifer Williams on behalf of the Treasure Coast Builders ... more
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OKEECHOBEE -- During their Oct. 8 meeting, Okeechobee County Commissioners issued a Proclamation to Edna Malagon on.behalf of Martha's House, designating the month of October 2026 as Domestic Violence.Awareness Month in Okeechobee County. [Photo by Katrina Elsken/Lake Okeechobee News]
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month
During their Oct. 8 meeting, Okeechobee County Commissioners proclaimed October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month in Okeechobee County. more
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County working with FDOT for traffic light at SR 70 and N.E. 128th Avenue
Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) did an additional field review and is moving forward with plans to adding a traffic signal ... more
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Stormwater treatment area to improve Lazy 7 flood protection
The Lower Kissimmee Basin Stormwater Treatment Area (LKBSTA) will improve drainage in the Lazy 7 area ... more
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Rezoning approved for proposed development on SW 28th
At their Oct. 8 meeting, Okeechobee County Commissioners heard concerns from residents who live near the site... more
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Squirrels & Chipmunks in Snow stamps scurry into post offices
The U.S. Postal Service today released a set of four new stamps that depicts three of the season’s most... more
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Reader responds to Letter to the Editor
I read David Hall’s letter to the editor concerning Amendment 3, and I found myself agreeing with more of it than someone might expect. We should think about tomorrow. We should care … more
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Palm Beach County Inspector General releases FY 2027 Audit Plan
The Palm Beach County Office of Inspector General has released its Fiscal Year 2027 Annual Risk Assessment and Audit Plan, identifying areas ... more
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Top 10 property owners pay about 30% of county taxes
Okeechobee’s top 10 property owners paid 30% of the county’s total property taxes in 2025, according to the Okeechobee County Financial Report ... more
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Hendry BOCC approves cellphone tower in Port LaBelle
At the Aug. 25 meeting of the Board of Hendry County Commissioners Skyway Towers LLC requested... more
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Hendry BOCC recognizes Charlene O. Cooper
Charlene O. Cooper (front center) was recognized for 10 years of service to the citizens of Hendry County... more
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Audelia Bustamante recognized for 10 years of service
Audelia Bustamante (front center) was recognized for 10 years of service to the citizens of Hendry County... more
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Hendry County BOCC hears totals from the Hendry County School Zone Safety Program
Lt. Kristy Archer Hendry County Sheriff's Office presented the totals for the Hendry County School Zone... more
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Hendry BOCC recognizes Roland Smith
Roland Smith (front center) was recognized for 10 years of service to the citizens of Hendry County... more
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Naomi Gilde recognized
Naomi Gilde was recognized for 5 years of service to the citizens of Hendry County at the Hendry County... more
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Florida State seal (Adobe Stock photo)
Florida launches newly designed driver licenses and identification cards
Beginning Sept. 30, the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) will begin issuing a newly designed Florida driver license. more
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A screenshot of the Clewiston Chamber of Commerce's candidate forum for the Clewiston City Commission.
Five candidates, three seats: Clewiston City Commission candidates participate in forum
At a candidate forum streamed live on Facebook by the Clewiston Chamber of Commerce... more
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Cemetery rules are available online
OKEECHOBEE -- Okeechobee County cemetery regulations are online on the county’s website www.okeechobeecountyfl.gov . Prohibited items include in-ground … more
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