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Hendry County Arrest Report

The following individuals were arrested on felony or DUI charges by HCSO, CPD, FHP, FWC, and DOC...

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 …
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Florida Boards to play in Highlands Hammock State Park

The local Heartland band, Florida Boards, is scheduled to play a Music in the Park (MIP) concert at Highlands Hammock State Park on Dec. 14 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. The band was founded by …

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...

Pets need a new home

LABELLE — This week’s Pets of the Week are beautiful fur babies in need of loving families! You can come meet these babies at the Caloosa Humane Society, 1200 Pratt Blvd. in LaBelle. …
Agriculture
Mark Kistler requests the region’s agricultural and natural resources representatives to attend a strategic positioning session...
Scientists with the University of Florida have secured a $5 million grant....
Billie Rooney and her husband, Scott, run a 40-acre farm near Live Oak, where they grow blueberries....
Business Corner
Americans and Canadians love going online to shop, especially during the holidays,...
With the year quickly winding down, Better Business Bureau has compiled our naughty list of the top 12 holiday scams.
The United States Postal Service is primed and ready to deliver exceptional service during the 2024 holiday rush...
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Wildlife & Environment
The Kissimmee River Restoration (KRR) Headwaters Revitalization Operational Planning Study...
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) reminds cattle ranchers to promptly call...
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.
Government

Friday, Jan. 10 2025, has been set as the date for the Hendry County State Legislative Delegation’s Public Hearing for local bills, funding issues and public comment.

New speed cameras are set to come to Hendry County School zones in the future.   
The City of LaBelle Board of Commissioners received an update on construction at Forrey Park during their Oct. 24 meeting from Steven Lynn, Director of Parks & Recreation.  
Schools

West Glades School presented “Winter Night of the Arts” featuring student musical performances...

Dec. 9 was ‘wear flannel’ day at Upthegrove Elementary.
Upthegrove Elementary’s amazing enrichment teachers provided a fun and engaging unit centered around the story...
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
Democrats have a golden opportunity to lower drug prices -- again -- before the next Congress begins on January 3.
Looking at old family pictures, the similarities are amazing. But why should that surprise us? After all, we are made in the image of God! Do you ever think about that and what that means? …
It’s three weeks until Christmas, and the decorations are in full array. Some are tasteful, and some…well…
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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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