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Pictured left to right: Lauren Butler, Carol Daughtrey, Pam Butler, Dion Raulerson and Tommy Raulerson with the Kiwanis Club of Okeechobee Hall of Fame plaque including the names of Judge William L. Hendry and Sherri Enfinger.
Judge Hendry & Sherri Enfinger inducted into Kiwanis Hall of Fame
The Kiwanis Club inducted Judge William L Hendry (posthumously) and Sherri Enfinger into the Hall of Fame for their outstanding service ... more
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Okeechobee Soil & Water Conservation District announces winners of 2026 Post Contest
The Okeechobee Soil and Water Conservation District announces the winners of their 2026 Poster Contest. more
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Okeechobee residents push back on data center project
The public comment section of the April 9 Okeechobee Board of County Commissioner meeting was dominated by residents concerned about the upcoming Okee-One data center project. … more
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OKEECHOBEE -- Storyteller and Teaching Artist Carrie Sue Ayvar portrayed “Doc Anna” Darrow during the March meeting of the Okeechobee Fine Arts Society. [Photo by Katrina Elsken/Lake Okeechobee News]
Storyteller shares history of 'Doc Anna'
Storyteller and Teaching Artist Carrie Sue Ayvar portrayed “Doc Anna” Darrow during the March meeting of the Okeechobee Fine Arts Society. more
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Edna Pearce Lockett Estate home
Celebrate history at the 2026 Heritage Festival in Fort Basinger April 11&12
The Heritage Association of Highlands County and the Okeechobee Historical Society will hold the 2026 Heritage Festival ... more
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Gas prices continue to rise around Lake Okeechobee
Gas prices in Okeechobee County rose up to $4.29 per gallon on March 31, up from $3.99 on March 18, as prices continue to rise due to the war in Iran more
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Okeechobee Historical Society School House
Don’t miss the last Saturday at the Museum for 2026
OKEECHOBEE — The last 2026 date for Saturday at the Museum is April 4 from 9 a.m. to noon at the locations listed below. Free admission. more
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Newspaper nominated for multiple Florida Press Association awards
Lake Okeechobee News has been announced as finalists in multiple categories at the 2026 Florida Press Association Florida Press Association (FPA) Weekly Newspaper Awards. more
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Parks & Rec hosts Easter Egg Hunt
OKEECHOBEE -- Okeechobee County Parks & Recreation hosted an Easter Egg Hunt at the Darrell Enfinger Sports Complex on  Saturday, March 28. [Photos by Katrina Elsken/Lake Okeechobee News] more
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Okeechobee High School to host Farewell Tour
Join Okeechobee High School’s Farrewell Tour to celebrate the memories, traditions, and moments that made OHS so special. more
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Huey dedication ceremony is March 29
There will be a dedication ceremony held on Sunday, March 29... more
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American Red Cross urges Disaster Relief donations on Red Cross Giving Day, March 25
As forecasters warn of elevated spring storm, flood and wildfire risks nationwide, the American Red Cross urges people to donate on the organization’s Giving Day, March ... more
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Through “Letters to America,” young people ages 14 to 30 are being called on to share their vision for the country’s future through essays, videos, speeches, and art — putting forward their own declarations at a pivotal moment in the nation’s history. [Photo courtesy Youth 250]
Young Americans invited to submit 'Letters to America'
As the United States approaches its 250th anniversary, Made By Us, a national coalition of hundreds of museums ... more
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On March 19, fans gathered at the BE stage in the main concert area of Sunshine Grove. [Photo by Ivan Meneses]
After initial traffic problems, 2026 OMF runs smoothly
OKEECHOBEE – The 2026 Okeechobee Music Festival attracted thousands of visitors to Okeechobee County, March 19-22. more
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At Frick Frack Blackjack at the Okeechobee Music Festival, you could bet almost anything -- except money -- against a variety of prizes. Before cards were drawn, the dealer and players negotiated the terms. For example, a miniature basketball hoop was bet against an umbrella hat. A deck of cards was bet against a plastic toy. An action figure was bet against a different action figure. Those who didn't have anyting to bet could bet a challenge -- like doing 10 jumping jacks. [Photo by Katrina Elsken/Lake Okeechobee News]
More photos from Okeechobee Music Festival
OKEECHOBEE -- Another Okeechobee Music Festival is history. more
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Lisandra Fernandez (left) owner of Alaska Farms and yoga instructor Karina Passarell (right) led the popular Goat Yoga sessions at the 2026 Okeechobee Music Festival. [Photo by Katrina Elsken/Lake Okeechobee News]
Music festival fun includes Goat Yoga
Set up a guided yoga session – and let a bunch of pygmy goats loose to wander, frolic and jump on those doing yoga. more
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OKEECHOBEE -- Okeechobee Music Festival has three main stages as well as smaller stages throughout the venue. [Photo by Katrina Elsken/Lake Okeechobee News]
OMF founder has faith in the festival
"Success is falling nine times and getting up ten,” Jon Bon Jovi more
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OMF offers more than music
OKEECHOBEE – The Okeechobee Music & Arts Festival, which started Thursday, March 19 and continues through Sunday, March 22, features an impressive musical lineup. But the festival is so much … more
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Eddie painted walls and baseboards at the Pregnancy Center.OKEECHOBEE –– The Pregnancy Center is so grateful to Eddie from Eddie’s Custom Painting for serving their center the week of March 16. He took the time to touch up our walls and baseboards, and the difference it made is incredible. His work was done with excellence and care, and it truly helped refresh their space in such a generous way. The Pregnancy center thanks Eddie, for using his time and talents to bless the center — they appreciate him more than they can say! [Photo courtesy Pregnancy Center of Okeechobee]
Eddie painted walls and baseboards at the Pregnancy Center
The Pregnancy Center is so grateful to Eddie from Eddie’s Custom Painting for serving their center the week of March 16. more
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Kids and families enjoyed Painting in the Park
Healthy Start thanks everyone who attended their Fatherhood Workshop: Painting in the Park on March 14. more
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