Community

Okeechobee Main Street hosts Farmers Market

Okeechobee Main Street hosted their first Farmers’ Market in Flagler Park on Oct. 2.  Customers browsed stands with fresh produce, microgreens, honey, eggs, chicken, …

Okeechobee Soil and Water Conservation announces poster contest

Okeechobee Soil and Water Conservation is now accepting submissions for their poster contest.

Healthy Start to hold a candlelight service in memory of babies lost too soon

On Oct. 15 at 6 p.m. Healthy Start invites you to Kiwanis Park in Okeechobee County for a heartfelt candlelight service in memory of babies lost too soon.
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Lake levels
15.44 feet
Last year: 15.96 feet
Depth given in feet above sea level.
Human Interest
We hear and see  many violence and news of hatred, indifference. 
Despite rumors to the contrary, Big Lake Mission is still alive and well and serving the Okeechobee community.
For nearly a century, Jesse Outz “J.O.” Wolff has made his home in Okeechobee
Schools
FORT PIERCE — The Indian River State College Brain Bowl Club will host the Henri Sue Bynum High School Brain Bowl Tournament on Wednesday, Oct. 30 at 12:30 p.m. at IRSC, 3209 Virginia Ave in …
Despite Hurricane Helene causing the final week of September to be cut a little short, South Elementary School still...
On Tuesday, Sept. 24, North Elementary School held its annual teachers vs. fifth grade volleyball game.
Wildlife & Environment
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...
Government
After an emergency ordinance was issued by the Okeechobee City Council in preparation for Hurricane Helene,...
The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) and Tax Counseling for the Elderly (TCE) programs are currently recruiting volunteers...
Mayor Dowling Watford and the Okeechobee City Council proclaim October 2024 as Domestic Violence Awareness Month.
Police/Fire
OCSO Criminal Investigations Division received information regarding an adult male traveling to Okeechobee County from …
The following individuals were arrested on felony or driving under the influence (DUI) charges...
Opinion
There have been a lot of schools across the country as of late that have decided to do a complete ban of cell phones on...
AMAC Certified Social Security Advisor answers questions about Social Security.
American elections were once comparatively modest affairs.
Hurricane News
The President authorized that federal funds for debris removal and emergency protective measures...
The response across southeastern states affected by Hurricane and Tropical Storm Helene continues to address critical needs of survivors.
Veterans

Veterans invited for breakfast in the park

All veterans are invited to come and share breakfast together in Veterans' Memorial Park on Oct. 11...

Airlines offer many perks and discounts for the military community

I served for 33 years in the United States Military. As the former commanding officer of the Navy’s largest aviation training...
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Agriculture
First, University of Florida scientists developed technology to kill weeds, instead of strawberries.
Since 2012, UF/IFAS Extension and partner institution Florida A&M University Cooperative Extension have donated...
In 2022, state funding made it possible for the UF/IFAS Nutrient Management Program (NMP) to begin scrutinizing...
Health

Help reduce the risk of prostate cancer

Prostate cancer is the second most common cancer (after skin cancer) among American men.

Woman shares why breast cancer screenings could save your life

Breast cancer is rising among younger women.

Alzheimer's Association offers virtual caregiver support and education meetings

The Alzheimer's Association offer's the following virtual via Zoom caregiving meetings:

How can you support a friend who has breast cancer?

OKEECHOBEE — When we hear a friend has breast cancer, we are always concerned, and most people want to help. The question...
Business
Take a guess at the world’s largest crude oil producer. Saudi Arabia? Try again. Russia? Nope. The United States ...
City Council is looking to fill a vacancy for an alternate member to the Board of Adjustment, Design Review Board, and Planning Board.
The amendment to the guidelines and application will allow block grant funding to be awarded...
Traffic & Road Work

Okeechobee County Road Watch for week of Oct. 6-12

The following column is the Road Watch report for Okeechobee County for the week beginning Sunday, Oct. 6,...

Worst roads to drive on in Florida revealed, according to new data

New research conducted by personal injury attorneys Injured In Florida identified the most dangerous counties...

Okeechobee County Road Watch for week beginning Sept. 29

Road Watch report for Okeechobee County for the week of Sunday, Sept, 29. Motorists are reminded...

AAA: Florida gas prices hold steady as oil prices rise

Florida gas prices averaged $3.13 per gallon on Sunday. The state average increased 6 cents at the...
State

Leslie strengthens into a hurricane in the Atlantic but isn't threatening land

Forecasters say Leslie has strengthened into a hurricane in the Atlantic Ocean and isn’t threatening land. The U.S. National Hurricane Center says the storm was located Saturday about 725 miles …

Helene’s powerful storm surge killed 12 near Tampa. They didn't have to die

Hurricane Helene’s storm surge struck Florida fast and hard when it slammed into Gulf Coast communities near St. Petersburg. Longtime residents had never seen anything like the 8-foot wall of water …
National & World

Floods inundate Thailand's northern tourist city of Chiang Mai

Chiang Mai, Thailand’s northern city popular with tourists, has been inundated by widespread flooding as its main river overflowed its banks following heavy seasonal rainfall. Authorities on …

One year in, war casts a shadow over every aspect of life in Israel

Across Israel, it can seem on the surface that much of life has returned to normal, but a year of war has cast a pall and is affecting nearly every facet of daily life. At bars and cafes, there's …
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