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Woman reports adult toys stolen
Last week, a deputy was dispatched on a very unusual call regarding a possible theft. However, when Okeechobee County Sheriff’s Deputy Dalton Pitts arrived at the home on Northeast … more
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With algae and alligators, err on the side of caution
Should Lake Okeechobee area residents and visitors be worried about toxins from blue-green algae? more
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Lake Okeechobee, Sept. 17, 2026 [Photo by Katrina Elsken/Lake Okeechobee News]
Lake O slowly rising, thanks to direct rainfall
After spending most of the summer at or below 11 feet, Lake Okeechobee is slowly rising thanks to direct rainfall ... more
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Driver who caused death of passenger in 2024 pleads no contest
Two years after driving under the influence, which resulted in the death of a passenger in his vehicle, an Okeechobee man entered a no-contest plea. more
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Newspaper accounts chronicle 1926 hurricane that wiped out Moore Haven
On Sept. 18, 1926, a hurricane devastated what had been the thriving and growing town of Moore Haven. more
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Sally Settle's book, "In the Shadow of the Lone Cypress" is historical fiction. The description in the book of the 1926 hurricane is based on survivors' accounts that were published in the Glades County Democrat. [Photo by Katrina Elsken/Lake Okeechobee News]
100 years ago, Moore Haven was destroyed by a hurricane
This is a tale of two sisters and their efforts to preserve the history of 1926 hurricane damage in Moore Haven. more
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Woman accused of punching police officer in the head
An Okeechobee woman was arrested last week after allegedly punching a police officer in the head. more
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Cat in the Hat TikTok trend frightens child
A Cat in the Hat TikTok trend raises fears in a middle school student. more
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Commissioners want a meeting with FDOT concerning dangerous intersection
Okeechobee County Commissioners want to set up a meeting with the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) concerning the intersection of Berman Road and SR 70. more
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Boy run over by car: driver leaves scene to take dog to potty
A child was hit by a car when a woman allegedly backed over him as she took her dog to use the restroom. more
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Man wakes up with a pig in his lap
An Okeechobee man called 911 to tell law enforcement officers he fell asleep in his truck and woke up to find a pig in his lap. more
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Woman hit by car suffers no serious injuries
After a woman was hit by a car, she was transported to Raulerson Hospital but appeared uninjured. more
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Health care professional reports possible child abuse
When she overheard a woman speaking harshly to her children and threatening to pull one of the... more
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Police respond to fight at Parrott Island
On Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026, at approximately 5 p.m., the Okeechobee City Police responded to a fight in progress at the Parrott Island Grill.  There were multiple people … more
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Commissioner Terry Burroughs along with members of Our Village Okeechobee and 211 Palm Beach & Treasure Coast. [Photo courtesy Okeechobee County]
County honors suicide prevention advocates, Constitution Week and grounds crew
The Okeechobee County Board of County Commissioners issued three proclamations during their regular meeting on Sept. 10. more
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Student accused of shoving staff member, arrested
An Okeechobee teen was arrested after allegedly shoving a staff member at the Okeechobee Achievement Academy recently. more
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Corrections officer accused of strangling her ex
An Okeechobee woman was arrested after allegedly breaking into the home of a fellow corrections officer and strangling him. more
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Low lake levels help vegetation recover
Lake Okeechobee’s low water level has increased the lake’s submerged aquatic vegetation, Dr. Cassondra Armstrong told to ... more
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Football around the lake this week: Sept. 11
Clewiston, Moore Haven and Glades Central all broke into the win column last week, while Pahokee stayed perfect with its most lopsided win of the young season. more
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Rainclouds are visible in the distance in this photo taken from the pier at the Clif Betts Jr. Lakeside Recreation Area (aka Lock 7) in Okeechobee on April 2, 2026. [Photo by Katrina Elsken/Lake Okeechobee News]
'Super duper' El Niño could bring triple normal dry season rainfall
So far, the wet season has brought below average rainfall, but the dry season is expected to bring above average rainfall, … more
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