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Teen ballerina Lilly Mobley leaps into the spotlight

In the heart of small-town Florida, 13-year-old Lillian “Lilly” Mobley is spinning her way toward stardom. The gifted young ballerina from Okeechobee has been …

Another commission meeting, another protest ...

OKEECHOBEE – In what has become a regular occurrence at Okeechobee County Commission meetings, a group of protesters dominated the public comment period of the April 24 meeting of the …

Armed suspect in standoff with OCSO

Residents in the Quail Acres subdivision of U.S. 441 North were shocked to hear a hostage situation was taking place near their homes.

Teens publish book for children

Seventeen Okeechobee High School teens are now published authors, thanks to their dedicated teacher, Ruthie Albright.

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Community

April 26 marks National Kids and Pets Day

National Kids and Pets Day is an opportunity to celebrate the love we share with our children and their furry friends.

Join OMA in observing Day of Prayer

The Okeechobee Ministerial Association (OMA) will lead the 2025 National Day of Prayer Observance on Thursday, May 1...

Safely dispose of unneeded medication

The Drug Enforcement Administration will host its 28th National Prescription Drug Take Back Day Saturday, April 26...

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Lake Okeechobee

Okeechobee Waterway and W.P Franklin Lock resume normal operations

Lake releases to Caloosahatchee cut to 650 cfs

Lake O level hits 12 feet

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14.39 feet

Last year: 14.31 feet

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Sports

Bass caught in Lake O has $100 reward tag

CLEWISTON – A Lake Okeechobee angler caught a tagged TrophyCatch bass on April 19, for a reward of $100.

Tell us about your personal best – it doesn’t have to be a TrophyCatch!

If you’ve ever caught a bass, you have a personal best – regardless of size. TrophyCatch wants to hear about yours!

Brahmans win baseball district championship

The Okeechobee High School varsity Brahman baseball team secured a district championship with a dominating 13-3 win over the Sebastian River Sharks on April 17.

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Human Interest

Did a homeless woman really poop in the park?

On Monday, April 21, a disturbing post was made on the Facebook page, Okeechobee Speak Out.

Mom of autistic child tells their story

April is National Autism Awareness Month, and who better to discuss autism than the parents of an autistic child?

Community helps find dog that was lost after car crash

After a serious car accident in front of Popeye’s last week, little Lucy disappeared.

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Schools

IRSC Public Media opens new radio studio in Okeechobee

IRSC Public Media announces the opening of its new broadcasting studio at the Williamson Center on Indian River State College’s...

IRSC students showcase cutting-edge research at Spring Science Symposium

Indian River State College (IRSC) celebrated the achievements of its student scientists...

Okeechobee County School Board dedicates new CTE building at OHS

The Okeechobee County School Board proudly dedicated the new Career and Technical Education (CTE) Building....

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Wildlife & Environment

FWC considers changes to wildlife trapping rules

FWC is holding a series of virtual public meetings to collect feedback directly from Florida residents on proposed changes...

UF study shows non-native trees quietly invading our U.S. forests

A new University of Florida study tracking more than 5 million trees over nearly three decades reveals

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Government

More housing planned in Lazy 7 area

A proposed expansion of the Lazy 7 Rural Activity Center boundaries would allow more housing on 150 acres on the west side of SW 87th Terrace.

May 6-12 is National Nurses Week

OKEECHOBEE – “Care – Lead – Inspire – Repeat” is the theme for National Nurses Week.

USPS is enhancing service standards

New tools and fact sheet offered to help customers determine expected delivery times Refinements will occur in two phases: April 1 and July 1 Refinements estimated to save USPS at …

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Police/Fire

BBB Tip: What you need to know about getting a REAL ID

You can only obtain a REAL ID in person at your local Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) office.

Okeechobee man charged with homicide

On Wednesday, April 23, 2025, the Okeechobee County Sheriff's Office was notified of a shooting that occurred near the Qual Acres Subdivision ...

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Opinion

Are the Trumpsters really interested in reducing the national debt? Here’s one way to tell

Here’s a way for Trumpsters to show they are actually serious about reducing the national debt.

Highlighting the connection between affordable housing and health

Affordable housing for seniors in Florida is a significant challenge, with approximately 12% of seniors living below the poverty line...

When should woman claim Social Security?

AMAC Certified Social Security Advisor Russell Gloor answers questions about Social Security.

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Hurricane News

FEMA opens recovery centers

FEMA has opened Disaster Recovery Centers in Glades, Okeechobee and Palm Beach counties …

Operation Blue Roof helps hurricane victims

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has placed tarps on more than 7,100 homes damaged by Hurricanes Helene and Milton...

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Adopt A Pet

Caloosa Humane Society seeks forever homes for pets

Tuesday, October 15, 2024

The Caloosa Humane Society has a mix of adorable dogs and cats who are in need of loving families!

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Veterans

Ancient Oaks supports veterans

Many residents at the Ancient Oaks Condominium Resort in Okeechobee are veterans or have a close family member...

Local veterans to take Honor Flight in May

Veterans from Okeechobee and Glades Counties will soon be taking off on an all-expenses-paid trip to Washington D.C....

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Agriculture

Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with a Florida avocado tree

With Cinco de Mayo approaching, now’s the time to dig into guacamole and even plant the tree...

UF/IFAS entomologist fights for Florida’s crops against costly pests

Behind every fresh head of lettuce and pepper on your plate, there’s a team of scientists working tirelessly...

Floridians are fertilizing lawns without guidance

A newly published UF/IFAS report reveals significant knowledge gaps about fertilizer among Floridians ...

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Health

Boy saves cousin from drowning

A 4-year-old boy was brought to Raulerson Hospital after nearly drowning in a swimming pool.

Man claims government planted flesh-eating bug in him

When a deputy called to tell a man he was trespassed from HCA Raulerson Hospital...

FDOH reminds residents to vaccinate pets

The Florida Department of Health is warning residents to vaccinate their pets and avoid contact with wild and stray animals.

The hidden threat to care for the Down syndrome community

When my son was born with Down syndrome, I learned quickly that the smallest details of medical care...

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Business

SFWMD to hold public meetings

Join the South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) for upcoming public meetings in the next three weeks.

FWC to hold Gopher Tortoise Technical Assistance Group meeting on April 25

A meeting of the Gopher Tortoise Technical Assistance Group will be held virtually on Friday, April 25...

AAA: Florida gas prices declined 11 cents last week

Florida gas prices declined 11 cents last week. The state average was $3.00 per gallon on Sunday.

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Traffic & Road Work

Okeechobee County Road Watch Report for week of April 27 - May 3

The following column is the Road Watch report for Okeechobee County for the week beginning Sunday, April 27...

Okeechobee County Road Watch for week beginning April 20

Road Watch report for Okeechobee County for the week of Sunday, April 20. Motorists are reminded...

Okeechobee County Road Watch Report for week beginning April 13

Change the date) Road Watch report for Okeechobee County for the week of Sunday, April 13. Motorists are reminded...

Okeechobee County Road Watch Report for week of April 6-12

US 441 at NE 50th Drive (Hillard Road): US 441 at NE 50th Drive (Hillard Road): (Permit project) Crews are constructing...

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State

3 House Republicans from Florida with Cuban roots carefully navigate Trump's immigration policies

Three House Republicans from Florida with Cuban roots are carefully navigating President Donald Trump’s immigration policies. Democrats are targeting at least one of these lawmakers, zeroing in on …

A bomb threat prompted a plane evacuation at a Florida airport. No explosives were found

Officials say bomb threat note found on a plane at a Florida airport prompted the evacuation of the aircraft and a temporary closure. No explosives were found. The Federal Aviation Administration …

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National & World

- Operation Blue Roof extended
  
  Operation Blue Roof is a priority mission managed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for the Federal Emergency...
- MARC is set up at the library to help with disaster recovery
  
  If you are in need of help after the recent hurricane and its accompanying tornadoes, turn to your local library.
- FWC addressing hundreds of vessels displaced by Hurricanes Helene and Milton
  
  Florida is a haven for boaters and is recognized as “The Boating Capital of the World.”

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Special Sections

Teen ballerina Lilly Mobley leaps into the spotlight

Another commission meeting, another protest ...

Armed suspect in standoff with OCSO

Teens publish book for children

April 26 marks National Kids and Pets Day

Join OMA in observing Day of Prayer

Safely dispose of unneeded medication

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April LORE 2025

Bass caught in Lake O has $100 reward tag

Tell us about your personal best – it doesn’t have to be a TrophyCatch!

Brahmans win baseball district championship

Caloosa Humane Society seeks forever homes for pets

Ancient Oaks supports veterans

Local veterans to take Honor Flight in May

Boy saves cousin from drowning

Man claims government planted flesh-eating bug in him

FDOH reminds residents to vaccinate pets

The hidden threat to care for the Down syndrome community

Okeechobee County Road Watch Report for week of April 27 - May 3

Okeechobee County Road Watch for week beginning April 20

Okeechobee County Road Watch Report for week beginning April 13

Okeechobee County Road Watch Report for week of April 6-12

3 House Republicans from Florida with Cuban roots carefully navigate Trump's immigration policies

A bomb threat prompted a plane evacuation at a Florida airport. No explosives were found

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Okeechobee man charged with homicide

Another commission meeting, another protest ...

Operation Blue Roof extended

MARC is set up at the library to help with disaster recovery

FWC addressing hundreds of vessels displaced by Hurricanes Helene and Milton