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One injured in explosion

At approximately 5 p.m. on Dec. 4, Hendry County Sheriff’s Office received a report of an explosion at the Holiday Inn Express located at 1024 W Sugarland Hwy., …
The Hendry County Sheriff’s Office is taking any and all threats to the Hendry School District very seriously.

Man dies in SFWMD construction area

At approximately 3:38 a.m., Tuesday, Dec. 3, 2024, Hendry County Sheriff’s Office received a 911 call reporting a man that had falle …

Hendry County Arrests

The following individuals were arrested on felony or driving under the influence (DUI) charges by the Hendry County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO), the Clewiston City Police Department (CPD), the …
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IRS warns of holiday scams, encourages protecting sensitive information

On this week launched by 2024’s Cyber Monday, the Internal Revenue Service and its Security Summit...

HSCO conducts search

Sunday evening, Dec. 1, 2024, Hendry County Deputies, HCSO Detectives, and with the aid of   the HCSO SWAT Team, assisted Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office with a Search Warrant …

DOH-Hendry and DOH-Glades offices close in observance of Thanksgiving

All Florida Department of Health offices in Hendry and Glades Counties (DOH-Hendry/Glades) will be closed on Wednesday, Nov. 27 through Friday, Nov. 29...
Agriculture
Does fertilizer go bad or lose its effectiveness? Knowing answers to these questions...
Imagine a future where nursery growers can effortlessly manage their plants with cutting-edge...
Dr. Philip Harmon is a plant pathology professor and extension specialist at the University of Florida (UF), specializing in warm season turfgrasses...
Business Corner
The United States Postal Service is primed and ready to deliver exceptional service during the 2024 holiday rush...
The study, conducted by AI productivity platform Plus Docs, analyzed IBISWorld employment data for Florida...
The U.S. Postal Service is announcing the debut of an online e-commerce catalog for the fulfillment of gifts:....
Top Trending Stories

At approximately 3:38 a.m., Tuesday, Dec. 3, 2024, Hendry County Sheriff’s Office received a 911 call reporting a man that had falle …

The following individuals were arrested on felony or DUI charges by HCSO, CPD, FHP, FHP, and DOC.
Wildlife & Environment
For years, freshwater flow to Florida Bay has been restricted nine months of the year to protect the nesting...
Coral reefs serve as habitats for fish, increase tourism activities and reduce wave energy – among their many benefits.
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) will meet in person Dec. 11-12 at the RP Funding Center’s Sikes Hall...
Scientists at the University of Florida have developed a pioneering tool to bolster Florida’s defenses against invasive species...
Government

Members of the U.S. Armed Forces, veterans and their families may qualify for special tax benefits.

CLEWISTON – Impact fees will add $6,714 to the cost of building a new home in Hendry County ...
The Postal Service is working closely with other federal agencies, including FEMA, to assist in the response.
Schools

On Nov. 22, Country Oaks Elementary’s fourth grade students attended the Agventure Field Trip in Moorehaven.

Upthegrove Elementary’s fourth grade students went to the Hendry Agriculture Adventure.
Jessica Dozier’s class made butter on Nov. 22. Students were able to butter their own toast...
Health

Toss lukewarm leftovers, UF/IFAS food safety expert warns

Thanksgiving football is tempting, but don’t let the leftovers linger too long this holiday season.

Help families cope with mental stress during the holidays

With the holiday season quickly approaching, many of us feel a mix of excitement and stress.

Hendry County Department of Health to host Health Fair on Dec. 2

The Florida Department of Health in Hendry County, will hold a Community Health Fair at the LaBelle Health Department...
Entertainment
Kelsey Hart was on stage at Torry Island for the Torry Island BBQ Showdown. [Photo by Greg Baltazar]

Torry Island BBQ Festival planned for March 22

BELLE GLADE -- Torry Island BBQ Festival is planned for March 22, 2025 at Belle Glade’s Torry Island. Gates open at 11 a.m.

Live Radio Show before Music Festival

The weekly Florida Folk Show will be broadcat live from Everglades City on Saturday, November 2

Seminole Star will perform at the ECity MusicFest

Fresh from appearing off-Broadway, Aubee Billie will sing at the Music Festival in Everglades City on Saturday, November 2.
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Opinion
It’s three weeks until Christmas, and the decorations are in full array. Some are tasteful, and some…well…
Let’s talk about Baptism. Or you might have called it “Christening,” but that would be incorrect.
There are other remedies that would mitigate the damage. The DHS secretary is allowed by law to require all aliens...
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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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