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Hendry County Arrest Report

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 …

Two killed in three-vehicle crash on SR 78

Two people were killed in a three-vehicle accident on State Road 78 in Glades County on Jan. 21, according to the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) report.

Know the signs of human trafficking

January is National Human Trafficking Prevention Month, which has been dedicated to raising awareness...
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Community News

Where do Girl Scout Cookie funds really go?

It’s the most delicious time of the year — Girl Scout Cookie Season is just around the corner!

Child Care of SWFL receives $5K grant from The Community Foundation

Child Care of Southwest Florida (CCSWFL) received a $5,000 grant from The Community Foundation...

Charity cyclists to arrive in LaBelle Jan. 20

An annual charity bicycle ride to raise money and awareness for The Fuller Center for Housing’s efforts to...
Agriculture
The ability to detect crop nutrient deficiencies and promptly modify fertilizer application to address...
Scientists at the University of Florida are testing a new type of citrus tree that can fight off the tiny insects...
LaBelle Youth Livestock & Ag Show will be held from Saturday, Feb. 8 through Friday, Feb. 14 at the LaBelle Rodeo...
Business Corner
Tax season is here, and United Way of Lee, Hendry, and Glades is ready to help Southwest Florida residents...
According to the financial services company SoFi, electricity is the most expensive utility...
Florida gas prices are beginning the near year slightly more expensive than this time in 2024.
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Two people were killed in a three-vehicle accident on State Road 78 in Glades County on Jan. 21, according to the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) report.

Wildlife & Environment
The Florida Harmful Algal Bloom Task Force has recently released its third consensus document...
The NAWLEA board will vote in March and, if approved, the FWC...
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers today announced that it will waive day use fees...
The FWC has updated the Panther Pulse web page with mortality information through Jan. 10.
Government

The city of LaBelle is gearing up for the annual Swamp Cabage Festival coming in February. .  

Golfers at Glades Resort RV Park found themselves under fire, according to information shared at the Dec. 10...
Hendry County Commissioners voted against a zoning change to allow a sand mine near Montura Ranch Estates.
Schools

On Jan. 17 Country Oaks Elementary celebrated their Honor Roll students with some yummy hot cocoa!

Plory from Iready made a quick visit to classes to encourage and congratulate students on their iReady Goals.
On Friday, Jan. 10, West Glades School announced its Teacher of the Year, Ms. Van Wagner.
Health

Child hunger should not become the norm in Florida

January is often a time for new beginnings, resolutions, and aspirations. For many families, it means...

Alzheimer Association will hold virtual Caregiver Support Group meetings

Support groups create a safe, confidential, supportive environment or community and a chance...

Breastfeeding classes to be held in Hendry County

Milky Way Breastfeeding and Chestfeeding Resources will be offering breastfeeding classes...
Entertainment

Seminole Stars joins the White Pelican Celebration on Jan. 11

CHOKOLOSKEE — Members of the Seminole Tribe and Famous Florida Folk Musicians will join the White Pelican Celebration on Satuday, January 11, at the Smallwood Store in Chokoloskee, located at …
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
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Opinion
One of the perks of living in Florida is sitting outside by the pool under the warm sun…
AMAC Certified Social Security Advisor Russell Gloor answers questions about Social Security.
Vaccines may not be the most spectacular of all the miracles of modern medicine, but they are arguably the most...
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Nation & World
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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