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Local contractor, Apollonia Nunez is hosting a contest to award one child or the children of one family with a bedroom makeover.
Local contractor to award room makeover to one lucky child
A local contractor is excited to share an opportunity for one child or family of children to receive a room makeover, totally free of charge. 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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A beacon of community spirit shines bright this morning (Friday) with a joint work project! HCA Raulerson Hospital, United Way St. Lucie and Okeechobee, alongside Thank You For Your Service, united to sand and clean all three guns in the park, paving the way for a fresh coat of paint in a few weeks.
Volunteers clean guns in Veterans' Park
A beacon of community spirit shone brightly on Friday morning with a joint work project! more
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Laike Ikavis McNeil was arrested on April 24 and charged with an authority figure engaging in a romantic relationship with a student and use of a two-way communication device to facillitate a felony.
Okeechobee teacher arrested
On March 2, 2026, the Okeechobee County Sheriff’s Office was made aware of concerning communication between an incarcerated female who was confirmed to be a student within the Okeechobee County … more
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Two arrested after allegedly providing minors with alcohol and marijuana
Two women were arrested this week and charged with three counts of contributing to the delinquency of a minor and one count of lewd and lascivious … more
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Family members of vehicular homicide victim angered by 'blaming the victim' mentality
After the recent sentencing of Austin Cross for causing the death of an Okeechobee man and his son, family members of the victims spoke out regarding the way the story was covered in … more
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Conceptual map of the proposed land use areas proposed in the new county comprehensive plan.
Commissioners vote to take "Special Technology Opportunity Center" out of comprehensive plan
Okeechobee County Commissioners voted to take out the ‘Special Technology Opportunity Center’ portion in the county’s proposed comprehensive plan at their April 23 meeting. more
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Okee-One data center project canceled
The controversial Okee-One data center project is no longer happening according to data shared at the April 23 Okeechobee County Commission meeting. more
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The Brahmans pose with their second straight district chanpionship trophy after defeating Sebastian River. [Photo courtesy Okeechobee High School]
Brahmans win back-to-back district championships
The Okeechobee High School Brahman varsity baseball team secured back-to-back district championships after their win over the Sebastian River Sharks on April 17. more
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Some DUI arrests are unique
Multiple DUI arrests were made last week, some more interesting than others. more
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Conceptual map of the proposed land use areas proposed in the new county comprehensive plan.
Okeechobee to consider land use designation changes for data centers
Okeechobee County Commissioners are set to review proposed amendments to the Okeechobee County Comprehensive Plan at their April 23 meeting. more
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The annual Torch Run is one of the biggest fundraising efforts for Special Olympics.
Annual Torch Run benefits Special Olympics
 Okeechobee law enforcement officers began participating in the torch run in 2010. more
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High speed chase ends in arrest
Last week, members of the Okeechobee Narcotics Task Force arrested a man who allegedly came close to hitting multiple vehicles... more
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Deputies investigate a 'head' in a box
After a confused woman reported a man’s head in a box in her bedroom, deputies responded with kindness and compassion. more
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The Brahmans have excelled at javelin in track and field this year. [Photo courtesy Steffanie Immerfall]
Brahman track and field program finding success
The Okeechobee High School Brahman track and field program is a small team but they’re gaining recognition across the district for their success. more
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Driver charged after passenger ODs
After a woman was found unresponsive in a vehicle, the driver of the car was arrested and charged with possession of fentanyl and resisting arrest. more
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Teen charged with possession of child porn
A 19-year-old Okeechobee man was arrested last week after allegedly downloading photos of nude young girls. 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 man scammed by fake bail bondsman
An Okeechobee man reported being scammed out of $600 by a fake bail bondsman last month. more
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The Lady Brahmans celebrate after thier win over Palm Beach Gardens. [Photo courtesy OHS Lady Brahman Lacrosse]
Lady Brahman lacrosse team celebrates Senior Night
The Okeechobee High School Lady Brahman lacrosse team honored their two seniors before their game against St. Cloud on March 26. more
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