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October is National Pedestrian Safety Month

"Pedestrian safety is everyone's responsibility. At some point, we have all been both a pedestrian and a driver encountering...

FWC report

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission Division of Law Enforcement Weekly Report from...

Hendry County Arrest Report

The following individuals were arrested on felony or DUI charges by the HCSO, CPD, FHP, FWC, and DOC...
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Smoke alarms: Make them work for you!

“Smoke alarms can make a life-saving difference in a home fire, but they have to be working in order to protect people,” ...

Florida Teen Safe Driving Coalition launches 'Battle of the Belts'

In addition to the newly created Battle of the Belts Kit, State Farm has provided funding...

Baby on board, but is baby properly buckled?

AAA analysis of crash data reveals a concerning trend: child seat and booster use declines...
Agriculture
First, University of Florida scientists developed technology to kill weeds, instead of strawberries.
In 2022, state funding made it possible for the UF/IFAS Nutrient Management Program (NMP) to begin scrutinizing...
People with a green thumb for growing tomatoes are giving University of Florida scientists....
Business Corner
Whether you are a first-time volunteer or a seasoned pro, we need your help
Take a guess at the world’s largest crude oil producer. Saudi Arabia? Try again. Russia? Nope. The United States ...
Flooding can happen anywhere, often to the surprise of residents who thought they were covered for disasters.
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Wildlife & Environment
Researchers from the UF/IFAS Florida Medical Entomology Laboratory (FMEL) and the Florida Museum of Natural History are working to...
In 2022, the FWC commissioners approved new Species Conservation Measures and Permitting Guidelines for four species...
The South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) reopened all SFWMD-managed lands....
Storms bring more than wind and rain during the Atlantic hurricane season. Unwanted pests crawl into our lives.
Government

The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) and Tax Counseling for the Elderly (TCE) programs are currently recruiting volunteers...

The Florida League of Cities (FLC), the united voice for Florida’s municipal governments, announced...
On Oct. 1, Secretary of State Cord Byrd reminded Florida voters of the Oct. 7, 2024...
Schools

The Immokalee Foundation has announced headliner Jay Haas alongside Peter Jacobsen and more for the 2024 Charity Classic Pro-Am Golf Tournament on November 17, 2024 …

LaBelle Elementary student wore pajamas so they could snuggle up and read.
Suzanna Rodriguez’s music classes enjoyed an “open mic night” style performance by their teacher.
Health

Help reduce the risk of prostate cancer

Prostate cancer is the second most common cancer (after skin cancer) among American men.

Woman shares why breast cancer screenings could save your life

Breast cancer is rising among younger women.

Childhood cancer fight also requires support for parents, family members

Although the disease remains rare in children and adolescents, nearly 15,000 U.S. residents under age 19 will be ...
Entertainment

ECity Music Festival

Save the date for a great gathering of Florida folk musicians on Saturday, November 2...

Arts of the Inland to celebrate grand re-opening with demonstrations

Arts of the Inland is set to celebrate its grand re-opening at the LaBelle Gallery...
A Wizard of Oz Museum would not be complete without a few flying monkeys. [Photo by Katrina Elsken]

Florida on a Tankful: Off to see the wizard!

CAPE CANAVERAL – Wizard of Oz fans young and old are in for a treat at the Wizard of Oz Museum in Cocoa Beach.
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Opinion
Children’s brain development for learning is crucial from birth to five years old.
The heart of our Christian faith is found in John 3:16: For God so loved the world...
American elections were once comparatively modest affairs.
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Nurses fight conspiracy theories along with coronavirus

Los Angeles emergency room nurse Sandra Younan spent the last year juggling long hours as she watched many patients struggle with the coronavirus and some die. Then there were the patients who …

State News
Rain and storm winds blowing trees

Tax-Free Holiday is Aug. 24-Sept. 6 on storm supplies

With a sales tax free holiday August 24 through September 6, 2024 on storm supplies in the Sunshine State...
Jessica Leon, founder of the Horatio Leon, Jr., Water Safety Program, travelled to Tallahassee to promote her water safety initiatives. [Photo courtesy Jessica Leon]

LaBelle resident fights for water safety measures

In a state known for year-round water activities, it seems ironic that Florida leads the ...

Smart & Safe Florida announces statewide Veterans Coalition

On Tuesday, April 23, the Smart & Safe Florida campaign launched its “Vets Vote #YesOn3” statewide Veterans Coalition...
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