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Commissioner Terry Burroughs along with members of Our Village Okeechobee and 211 Palm Beach & Treasure Coast. [Photo courtesy Okeechobee County]
County honors suicide prevention advocates, Constitution Week and grounds crew
The Okeechobee County Board of County Commissioners issued three proclamations during their regular meeting on Sept. 10. more
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Code Magistrate Hearing Tuesday
OKEECHOBEE – Okeechobee County Code Enforcement Magistrate Hearing will be held Tuesday, Sept. 15 at 9 a.m. more
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IRS reminder: Direct Pay offers free, easy way to pay taxes
On Sept. 10, the Internal Revenue Service reminded taxpayers who have bank accounts that Direct Pay offers a free ... more
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The Historic Courthouse will be transformed into a walk-through historical experience featuring exhibits, photographs, artifacts and stories highlighting the people, events and public offices that have shaped Okeechobee County. [Photo courtesy Okeechobee County]
Okeechobee history displayed at 100-Year celebration
Okeechobee County invites residents and visitors to step back through a century of local history during the Historic Okeechobee County Courthouse 100-Year Open House Celebration. more
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Okeechobee City Hall, 55 SE Third Avenue
American Legion offers city opportunity to purchase property
During the Sept. 3 meeting, the Okeechobee City Council discussed the possibility of purchasing the American Legion property.... more
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Gorgeous blooms of Pink Magnolia seem to be dancing in spring light.
City to plant 69 new trees in seven locations
During its Sept. 3 meeting, the Okeechobee City Council discussed a grant, initiated by former City Administrator Gary Ritter, to plant 69 trees around the city. more
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Daughters of the American Revolution members Lori Howard and Lonnie Kirsch accept the Constitution Week proclamation from Mayor Dowling Watford during the Sept.3 meeting of the Okeechobee City Council.
Daughters of the American Revolution accept proclamation
Also, during the meeting, Mayor Dowling Watford proclaimed the week of Sept. 17-23, 2026, as Constitution Week. Lonnie Kirsch, Regent for the local chapter of the Daughters of the … more
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Amendment 3 would mean cuts in county services
OKEECHOBEE – South Florida county officials are concerned about funding shortages if Florida voters pass Amendment 3. more
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IRS Reminder: Disaster preparedness starts with tax records
The Internal Revenue Service today encouraged taxpayers to protect important tax and financial records before disaster strikes. more
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Tower approved to improve cell and broadband services in Muse
Glades County Commissioners unanimously approved a plan to allow a tower in Muse to improve internet... more
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Lee Health plans to expand clinic on State Road 29
At the regular meeting of the Hendry County Board of Commissioners on Tuesday, Aug. 25, Lee Health.... more
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Port LaBelle cellphone tower tabled until September
At the regular meeting of the Hendry County Commission on Tuesday, Aug. 25, a special exception... more
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Lazy S Ranch cattle eat their fill of Bahia grass in the morning, then head to the shade of the trees until the hottest part of the day passes. [Photo by Katrina Elsken/Lake Okeechobee News]
Plan to import foreign beef receives pushback from cattle ranchers
Both the Florida Farm Bureau and the Florida Cattlemen’s Association are pushing back on President Trump’s plan to import foreign beef completely tariff free in an effort the White House says will lower beef prices. more
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Glades County increases EMS rates
MOORE HAVEN -- Glades County Commissioners approved an increase in Emergency Medical Services (EMS) billing rates during their Aug. 24 meeting. more
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Statement from Anne M. Gannon, Constitutional Tax Collector serving Palm Beach County
Anne M. Gannon, Constitutional Tax Collector serving Palm Beach County, Florida, issues the following statement ... more
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Commissioners approve change taking control away from planning board
Okeechobee County Commissioners voted to give themselves the authority to approve special exception requests on parcels larger than 10 acres, a power that had previously rested with the Board of Adjustments. more
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Fire, EMS and garbage collection fees increase
OKEECHOBEE – Okeechobee County homeowners will pay higher fees for garbage collection, EMS and Fire Rescue services... more
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Wolff Farms subdivision to include 198 homes
Okeechobee County Commissioners reviewed pre-application plans for the Wolff Farms Subdivision at their Aug. 20 meeting. more
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OKEECHOBEE -- Veterans Services Officer Paul Hiott (center) was honored by the Okeechobee County Commission at their Aug. 20 meeting. [Photo by Katrina Elsken/Lake Okeechobee News]
Veterans Services Officer retires
At their Aug. 20 meeting, Okeechobee County Commissioners honored Veterans Services Officer Paul Hiott who has announced his retirement. more
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OKEECHOBEE -- Okeechobee County Planning Director Bill Royce was honored at the Aug. 20 meeting of the Okeechobee County Commissioners. Royce is retiring after 34 years with the county. "I had a wonderful staff," said Royce. "I couldn't have done anything without the staff. It has been an amazing 34 years. Left to right are Commissioner Brad Goodbread, Commissioner Michael Sumner, County Administrator Jessica Bezares, Bill Royce, Commissioner Terry Burroughs, Commissioner Frank DeCarlo and Commission Chairman David Hazellief. [Photo by Katrina Elsken/Lake Okeechobee News]
Royce honored for 34 years service
OKEECHOBEE -- Okeechobee County Planning Director Bill Royce was honored at the Aug. 20 meeting of the Okeechobee County Commissioners. more
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