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Colby Harrison, 12, was cast as the young Zech MacIvey for the film version of "A Land Remembered." [Photo by Jaime Green]
Young actor once wished he was Zech MacIvey
The first time he read, “A Land Remembered,” 12-year-old Colby Harrison wished there was a movie or TV version of the story. Now he’s part of making that wish come true. more
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LABELLE -- Firehouse Community Theatre.[Photo by Katrina Elsken/Caloosa Belle Independent]
Petition to keep the Firehouse Community Theatre reaches over 400 signatures
An online petition to keep the Firehouse Community Theatre in the city-owned historic firehouse has reached over 400 signatures. more
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The LFW Ranch conservation easement by FDACS, was presented to the Governor and Cabinet on June 9, 2026. [Photo by Lauren Yoho / Wildpath]
Thousands of acres in permanent conservation
TALLAHASSEE  – On  June 9 , the Florida Governor and Cabinet approved funding for the permanent conservation of  6,237.46   acres  across  four properties … more
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LAKE OKEECHOBEE -- On May 26, South Florida Water Management staff planted more submerged aquatic vegetation in Lake Okeechobee. [Photo courtesy SFWMD]
FWC projects improve Lake O ecology
Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) efforts to improve Lake Okeechobee’s ecology were discussed at the June 5 meeting of the County Coalition ... more
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Summer reading challenge
As America celebrates its 250th anniversary, Second Lady Usha Vance invites students in grades K–8 to take part in her Summer Reading Challenge... more
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Missing Child Rescue Operation rescues missing and endangered children
ESTERO – The National Child Protection Task Force (NCPTF) has completed a confidential, multi-agency Missing Child Rescue Operation  on May 29 to locate endangered missing youth across Lee, … more
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LAKE OKEECHOBEE -- On May 26, South Florida Water Management staff planted more submerged aquatic vegetation in Lake Okeechobee. [Photo courtesy SFWMD]
SFWMD planting more SAV in Lake O
SFWMD is taking advantage of the low level of Lake Okeechobee to plant submerged aquatic vegetation. more
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Caloosa Humane Society presents Pets of the Week
This week’s Pets of the Week are beautiful fur babies in need of loving families! more
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Hardee County youth cast in 'A Land Remembered'
A 12-year-old Hardee County youth will play Zech MacIvey in a film series of “A Land Remembered.” more
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Hendry County School District officials, LaBelle City Commissioners, and Hendry County Commissioners officially break ground on the new LHS. [Photo courtesy Hendry County School District]
Work starts on new LaBelle High School
The Hendry County School District held a groundbreaking ceremony for a new LaBelle High School on April 28. more
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OKEECHOBEE -- Florida Sandhill Cranes are often found in pastures. [Photo by Katrina Elsken/Lake Okeechobee News]
Pastures provide habitat for Florida Sandhill Cranes
Sandhill crane chicks grow fast. more
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This map shows the proposed boat ramp location for Caloosahatchee River.
Board discusses proposal for new boat ramp for Caloosahatchee River
At the April 14 meeting of the Hendry County Board of Commissioners Planning and Community Development Director... more
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Rainclouds are visible in the distance in this photo taken from the pier at the Clif Betts Jr. Lakeside Recreation Area (aka Lock 7) in Okeechobee on April 2, 2026. [Photo by Katrina Elsken/Lake Okeechobee News]
Direct rainfall keeps lake level at 12 feet
Direct rainfall into Lake Okeechobee is keeping the lake level around 12 feet above sea level, despite loss to evapotranspiration and releases east, west and south. more
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The pier at the Clif Betts Jr. Lakeside Recreation Area (aka Lock 7) on Feb. 27, 2026. [Photo by Katrina Elsken/Lake Okeechobee News]
Lake O dips below 12 feet
Lake Okeechobee was at 11.97 feet above sea level on March 27. more
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Tyler Hubbard and Justin Moore co-headline Clewiston Sugar Festival
The Clewiston Sugar Festival, March 13 and 14, will feature free concerts, exhibits, a car show, a play park with free rides for the kids and more ... more
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South Florida Festival season in full swing
Festival season is well underway in South Florida, with each weekend interesting things to see and do. more
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Photos from the 2026 Swamp Cabbage Festival Parade in LaBelle
LABELLE- The Swamp Cabbage Festival kicked off in LaBelle on Feb. 21 with the annual Swamp Cabbage Parade. more
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Burn bans are in effect in areas shown in solid red. Counties with red stripes have year round restrictions on open burning. [Art courtesy Florida Forest Service]
Drought increases danger of wildfires
Drought coupled with vegetation killed by the late January freeze has left much of Florida primed for wildfires. more
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Cowboy Band director opts out of Swamp Cabbage Festival
The LaBelle High School Cowboy Band will not be marching in the annual Swamp Cabbage Festival in LaBelle this year. more
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LAKE OKEECHOBEE -- The Green Mach 1 sits on a barge on Lake Okeechobee, turning harvested aquatic plants into a slurry which is pumped over the dike to to a pasture 5 miles away. [Photo by Katrina Elsken/Lake Okeechobee News]
Six different companies to try to clean Lake O
Six different companies will remove nutrients from Lake Okeechobee this summer as part of a $20 million plan to improve the ecology of the big lake. more
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