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Matt Buxton from Buxton Funeral Home and Crematory has been disposing of worn-out flags for the community for many years. However, over the years, the community has been dropping flags off when the business is closed, and Buxton often found flags lying on benches or draped over the ashtrays or garbage cans. He recently acquired a package-drop-off box and asked Mellissa McKay of Custom Graphic Signs for some help giving it a makeover. He was not disappointed, and the beautiful new box was placed in front of the funeral home.
Buxton Funeral Home is the place to bring your worn out flags
Matt Buxton from Buxton Funeral Home and Crematory has been disposing of worn-out flags for the community for many years. more
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Junior leaders embarked on in-person, on-site tours of dozens of local organizations during their time in the program. It was an opportunity for the junior leaders to learn what the professionals in their hometown do — and discover what careers excite them.
Okeechobee Junior Leaders Camp reached new heights in 2026
In 2026 the Okeechobee Junior Leaders Camp reached new heights with 79 new graduates completing... more
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Florida Dairy Farmers presents a tropical twist on your daily cup of coffee
August is National Coffee Month, and there’s more than one way to enjoy your daily cup. more
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Florida Power & Light invests in solar energy
Florida Power & Light Company (FPL) announced today it has reached a major milestone... more
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Okeechobee County to celebrate 100 Years of the Historic Courthouse
Okeechobee County invites residents and visitors to step into a century of local history during the Historic Courthouse Centennial ... more
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BBQ fundraiser to benefit the family of Darren Brown
The BBQ Lunch Fundraiser will be held on Friday, Aug. 28 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Veterans Park, 101 NW Park St. (corner of U.S. 441 and S.R. 78). more
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For a decade, FPL has worked with nonprofit partners to deliver thousands of hurricane preparedness meal kits to vulnerable seniors ahead of storm season.
Powering communities year-round: How FPL partners with nonprofits to support Floridians through every season
Florida’s seasons bring their own set of challenges to the state’s most vulnerable residents. more
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Dr. Christine Brennan Bishop (left) named the Local Society Optometry Member of the Year by the Florida Optometric Association.
Optometrist Dr. Christine Brennan Bishop honored with prestigious statewide award
Dr. Christine Brennan Bishop of Brennan Eye Care has been named the Local Society Optometry... more
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Playwright and President of In the Mind of Addiction Inc. Richard Blayney and Denise Doss, secretary and co-director.
Auditions to be held for play about addiction
Local non-profit Inside the Mind of Addiction Inc. will be holding auditions for an original stage production... more
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Christmas cookie designed stamps for the holidays.
USPS announces Christmas cookie stamp designs for holidays
This booklet of 20 Christmas Cookies Forever stamps includes images of four frosted sugar cookies appearing on alternating... more
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Veterans Fair is Aug. 26
The Summer 2026 Okeechobee POP UP Veterans Fair is coming to the Big Lake VFW Post 10935 on Wednesday, Aug. 26, 2026, more
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‘Proof’ auditions announced for community theatre
The Okeechobee Community Theatre has opened casting for its upcoming production of “Proof”, with auditions scheduled ... more
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Pictured left to right is former Kiwanis President, Courtney Moyett, Mark Mayers, and current Kiwanis President, Gary Ritter. [Photo courtesy Kiwanis Club]
Letter to the Editor: Kiwanis Club raised $2,760 to donate to Real Life Children’s Ranch
On July 30, Kiwanis Club had the pleasure of hearing from Mark Mayers, the Executive Director of Real Life Children’s Ranch (RLCR). more
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Kiwanis Club presents Community Service Award to Aryan Karki..OKEECHOBEE — The Kiwanis Club of Okeechobee presented a Community Service Award to Aryan Karki. Aryan is a 2026 graduate of Okeechobee High School and was the Valedictorian, graduating with a 5.439 GPA. Among many other activities, he served as Key Club president, was a member of Beta Club and National Honor Society, and was in band for three years playing multiple instruments. Aryna assisted the Kiwanis Club with Santa in the Park and the Radio Auction, and spent many hours with Key Club projects. He will attend the University of Florida and has already receiving his AA for IRSC. His future plans are to attend medical school, hopefully at an Ivy League school. Pictured with Aryan is Kiwanis Past President and Key Club Sponsor Courtney Moyett. [Photo courtesy Kiwanis Club of Okeechobee]
Kiwanis Club presents Community Service Award to Aryan Karki
The Kiwanis Club of Okeechobee presented a Community Service Award to Aryan Karki. Aryan is a 2026 graduate of Okeechobee High School ... more
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Florida Freedom Tour visits Okeechobee
The Freedom Tour is an 18-wheeler traveling museum touring Florida to celebrate America's 250th anniversary ... more
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An image of the cover of the student edition of "A Land Remembered." [Photo courtesy, Bridget Stice, UF/IFAS]
Stuart museum plans 'A Land Remembered' exhibit
The Elliott Museum, 825 Ocean Blvd, Stuart, is creating an exhibit dedicated to 'A Land Remembered' … more
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Our Village campers will walk into school in style..OKEECHOBEE –– Our Villages sends a huge thank you to Children’s Services Council of Okeechobee for making it possible for their campers to pick out brand-new shoes for the upcoming school year. Our Village is also grateful to the amazing staff at Shoe Department for their support while helping campers find the perfect pair. The students can step into the new school year with confidence. [Photo courtesy Our Village]
Our Village campers will walk into school in style
Our Village sends a huge thank you to Children’s Services Council of Okeechobee for making it possible for their campers to pick out brand-new shoes ... more
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OKEECHOBEE -- The Okeechobee Rotary Club raised money for equipment for the new fitness trail. [Photo by Katrina Elsken/Lake Okeechobee News]
Fitness Trail to add Story Walk
The Okeechobee Rotary Club is teaming up with the Okeechobee County Library to promote reading and physical fitness. more
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Joseph Outreach sponsors Financial Empowerment Session
A free Financial Empowerment Informational Session is planned for Saturday, Aug. 8 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Douglas Brown Center. more
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TCFB continues grab-and-go summer meal options for families in Okeechobee
This summer, Treasure Coast Food Bank (TCFB) is returning to Okeechobee ... more
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