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Summer reading challenge
As America celebrates its 250th anniversary, Second Lady Usha Vance invites students in grades K–8 to take part in her Summer Reading Challenge... more
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Okeechobee Health Department and Young At Heart Senior Center, 1690 N.W. Ninth Avenue, Okeechobee
Code Enforcement Magistrate to hear 17 code enforcement cases
The Okeechobee County Code Enforcement Hearing, set for Tuesday, June 16, at 9 a.m., in the Health Department Auditorium, 1700 N.W. Ninth Avenue ... more
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Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis. [photo courtesy Florida Governor's Office]
Property tax relief amendment will be on the ballot
Florida lawmakers voted on June 2 to approve a constitutional amendment proposed by Gov. Ron DeSantis that would ask voters to begin phasing out property taxes on homesteaded homes. more
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The month-long campaign begins on Monday, June 1. [Photo by Daniel Afzal]
USPS shares vital safety guidance to help pet owners protect mail carriers
Last year, U.S. Postal Service employees suffered more than 5,200 dog attacks. more
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State candidates visit Okeechobee
Four Republican candidates who will be on the Aug. 18 primary ballot visited Okeechobee on Sunday, May 24, to meet with voters at the Parrott Island Grill Outdoor Venue. more
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Making the presentation was Sam Wagoner, FLC Legislative Advocate (Left) to Councilmember McAuley (Center) and Mayor Watford (Right).
Okeechobee officials honored with 2026 Home Rule Hero Award
The Florida League of Cities (FLC), the united voice for Florida’s municipal governments... more
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Commissioners approve comp plan changes
OKEECHOBEE – Okeechobee County Commissioners approved proposed changes to the Okeechobee County Comprehensive Plan during their May 14 meeting.   more
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Each year, USPS designates the third week of May as Mailbox Improvement Week to encourage homeowners with box-on-post-delivery to examine and, where necessary, improve their mailbox appearance and functionality. [Photo courtesy USPS]
USPS celebrates National Mailbox Improvement Week
This Mailbox Improvement Week (May 18-24, 2026), the United States Postal Service (USPS) is reminding Americans everywhere to inspect ... more
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OKEECHOBEE -- At their May 14 meeting, Okeechobee County Commissioners designated the week of May 3-9, 2026 as National Hurricane Preparedness Week in Okeechobee County. National Hurricane Preparedness Week serves as an important reminder for residents, .businesses, and government agencies to take proactive steps to prepare for the upcoming hurricane season. This year’s 2026 theme, “Prepare Ahead of the Storm,” emphasizes the importance of early planning, building emergency supply kits, securing homes and properties, and staying informed .through trusted weather and emergency management sources. Left to right are Public Safety Director Justin Hazellief, Emergency Management Director Karen Kozac and Commission Chair David Hazellief. [Photo by Katrina Elsken/Lake Okeechobee News]
Plan ahead for hurricane season
OKEECHOBEE -- At their May 14 meeting, Okeechobee County Commissioners designated the week of May 3-9, 2026 as National Hurricane Preparedness Week... more
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OKEECHOBEE -- At their May 14 meeting, Okeechobee County Commissioners issued a Proclamation designating May 17-23, 2026 as Emergency Medical Services Week in Okeechobee County, Florida. National EMS Week celebrates 52 years of honoring EMS professionals with the theme ."Improving Outcomes, Together," which emphasizes collaboration between EMS personnel, 911 .dispatchers, healthcare providers, and the community to improve patient care. It highlights .collective action, supporting caregivers, and clinical improvements. [Photo by Katrina Elsken/Lake Okeechobee News]
County proclaims Emergency Medical Services Week
OKEECHOBEE -- At their May 14 meeting, Okeechobee County Commissioners issued a Proclamation designating May 17-23, 2026 as Emergency Medical Services Week... more
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OKEECHOBEE – During their May 14 meeting, Okeechobee County Commissioners declared May as Mental Health Awareness Month. Commissioner Terry Burroughs (center) presented proclamations to Leah Suarez of Our Village Okeechobee (right) and Gregory Jackson of New Horizons (left.) [Photo by Katrina Elsken/Lake Okeechobee News]
May is Mental Health Awareness Month
OKEECHOBEE – May is Mental Health Awareness Month in Okeechobee County. more
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Denise Whitehead
Whitehead selected to replace Ritter as city administrator upon his retirement
The Okeechobee City Council held a special meeting on Monday, May 11, to interview four candidates for the city administrator position. more
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County to continue discussion of proposed comp plan changes
OKEECHOBEE – Okeechobee County Commissioners will continue their discussion of proposed changes to the Okeechobee County … more
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OKEECHOBEE -- James Fishback, who hopes to be the Republican candidate in the race for Florida's next governor, spoke to Okeechobee community members at Tin Fish Restaurant on May 2. [Photo by Katrina Elsken/Lake Okeechobee News]
Fishback seeks Republican nomination in governor's race
OKEECHOBEE – James Fishback, 31, made a campaign stop in Okeechobee County on Saturday, May 2, at Tin Fish Restaurant. more
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Okeechobee would change districts in new proposed congressional map
Okeechobee and Glades County would share a district with Indian River and parts of Orlando in new proposed congressional map. more
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OKEECHOBEE — Gary Ritter is set to retire.
Four to be interviewed for city administrator position
Four candidates to fill the position of city administrator when Gary Ritter retires in June were discussed during the April 21 meeting of the Okeechobee City Council... more
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OKEECHOBEE -- Left to right are County Commissioners Michael Sumer, County Commissioner Terry Burroughs, County Commission Chair David Hazellief, County Administrator Jessica Bezares, County Commissioner Frank DeCarlo, and County Commissioner Brad Goodbread. [Photo by Katrina Elsken/Lake Okeechobee News]
Bezares is new Okeechobee County administrator
OKEECHOBEE – The Okeechobee County Board of County Commissioners confirmed the appointment of Jessica Bezares as the new county administrator... more
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Former commissioner attends city council meeting to thank them for a job well done
During the public comment time of the April 21 meeting of the Okeechobee City Council, Former commissioner Bryant Culpepper was given the opportunity to speak. more
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Alex Masmela [Courtesy photo]
New HCA Raulerson CEO addresses city council
During the April 21 Okeechobee City Council meeting, HCA Raulerson Hospital’s new Chief Executive Officer, Alex Masmela was introduced and told the council members a little bit about … more
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OKEECHOBEE -- Okeechobee County employees who reached milestones of service were honored at the April 23 meeting of the Okeechobee County Commission. [Photo by Katrina Elsken/Lake Okeechobee News]
County employees honored for employment milestones
At their April 23 meeting, Okeechobee County Commissioners honored employees who had reached employment milestones for the quarter ending March 31. more
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