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Hendry County Arrest Report

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

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...
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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
Mowing the lawn is a regular task for homeowners, but what happens when it rains? You may be tempted...
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...
Business Corner
Florida gas prices fell 7 cents per gallon last week. The state average dropped from $3.17 per gallon to $3.10/g on Sunday.
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 ...
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Tornadoes in the outer bands of Hurricane Milton flipped vehicles, downed trees and damaged a road on Oct. 9.

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers-Jacksonville District (USACE) wants to assure its partners, stakeholders, and the communities around Lake Okeechobee that we are actively monitoring Lake Okeechobee and …
The South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) is temporarily closing navigational locks in preparation of Hurricane Milton. 
Wildlife & Environment
Gainesville and Panama city meetings will be reschuled.
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....
Government

On Oct. 9, the LWVFL, represented by the SPLC, filed emergency litigation to reopen the voter registration period...

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...
Schools

LaBelle Fire Rescue shared fire safety tips with students at LaBelle Elementary.

Upthegrove Elementary is so proud of their Eagle Leaders.
LaBelle Elementary sends a big thank you to the LaBelle Rotary Club for providing dictionaries...
Health

DOH-Hendry and DOH-Glades urges residents to follow flood safety tips

FDOH in Hendry County and Glades County urges residents to be aware of the health risks associated with flooding.

Healthy dental hygiene habits give everyone something to smile about

Without proper oral hygiene, germs can lead to infections in the mouth and are connected to problems in other parts of the body.

TRICARE authorizes temporary prescription refill waivers due to hurricane

The Defense Health Agency announced that TRICARE beneficiaries in 51 Florida counties may receive...
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
Life is complicated. One day, the sun is shining, and everything is great. Another day, we receive a...
If Rick Scott is reelected and heads the Senate, I’m sure he’d lead the effort to shrink or kill Social Security and Medicare.
Although the disease remains rare in children and adolescents, nearly 15,000 U.S. residents under age 19 will be ...
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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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