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Proposed ordinance sets rules for vacation rentals
OKEECHOBEE – Okeechobee County commissioners hope a new ordinance will address complaints from residents about noise and parking problems ... more
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Stumps left behind by tree 'trimming' create hazard in right-of-way
Glades Electric Cooperative's tree "trimming" created a hazard for Okeechobee County, according to information ... more
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Survey finds some Okeechobee seniors choosing between food and medicine
Senior citizens gave Okeechobee County Senior Services rave reviews in the annual Senior Services Satisfaction Survey, but the annual survey... more
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Dirty Dozen tax scams: IRS reminds taxpayers to watch out for dangerous threats
On March 5, the Internal Revenue Service announced its annual Dirty Dozen list of tax scams for 2026 that threaten ... more
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1st Mission Support Command conducts a funeral service for U.S. Army Maj. Gen. (Ret.) Felix Santoni during a religous ceremony at Ft. Buchanan, Feb. 16, 2026. Santoni receives a funeral service in his honor to recognize and pay tribute to his faithful service, sacrifice, and dedication to his country. It is important to acknowledge the courage, commitment, and selfless service Santoni provided during his forty years in the U.S. Army, ensuring his legacy of dedication and sacrifice is respectfully honored and remembered by his family and fellow Soldiers. (U.S. Army Reserve photo by Sgt. Justin Williams-Ramos).
Lakeland Army reserve captain killed during Iran War
U.S. Army Reserve Capt. Cody Khork, 35, died March 1, 2026, in Kuwait at the Port of Shuaiba during an unmanned aircraft system attack. more
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Southwest Florida Water Management District
SFWMD announces upcoming meetings
Join the South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) for upcoming public meetings in the next few weeks. more
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Florida School for Boys buildings to be demolished for data center
The Florida School for Boys is set to be demolished this year to make way for a planned data center for Indian River State College. more
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Okeechobee County seeks new county administrator
Okeechobee County commissioners will consider applications from those already working for the county for the position of county administrator ... more
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Okeechobee County joins lawsuit to fight for home rule
OKEECHOBEE – Okeechobee County Commissioners voted at their Feb. 26 meeting to join a lawsuit and fight for home rule. more
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City Council members pictured left to right are David McAuley, Monica Clark, Dowling Watford, Noel Chandler and Bob Jarriel.
City council discusses Flagler Park maintenance
During their Feb. 17 meeting, the city council discussed upkeep and maintenance of Cattleman’s Square Park. City Administrator Gary Ritter said he has been trying to come up with an … more
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OKEECHOBEE -- At their Feb. 12 meeting, Okeechobee County Commissioners recognized county staff who.serve as government communicators and who maintain county social media pages to ensure that county information and public engagement on the county’s social media platforms and website remain accurate, relevant, and timely. To honor their contributions, the commissioners.will issue a Proclamation designated Feb.20, 2026, as National Government Communications Day in Okeechobee County. [Photo by Katrina Elsken/Lake Okeechobee News]
County honors communicators
At their Feb. 12 meeting, Okeechobee County Commissioners recognized county staff who. serve as government communicators ... more
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Property tax changes could mean reduction in county services
Legislation under consideration by the Florida Legislature could impact the county’s ability to fund local services. more
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OKEECHOBEE – During their Feb. 12 meeting, the Okeechobee County Board of County Commissioners recognized Stef Matthes, P.E. of CivilSurv Engineering and the Okeechobee County Engineer and issued a Proclamation designating the week of Feb. 22-28, 2026 as Engineers Week in Okeechobee County.
County honors Engineers Week
OKEECHOBEE – During their Feb. 12 meeting, the Okeechobee County Board of County Commissioners recognized Stef Matthes, P.E. of CivilSurv Engineering ... more
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OKEECHOBEE -- OCC Quality Roofing was recognized at the Feb. 12 meeting of the Okeechobee County Commission and thanked for donating work on the Kiwanis Park pavilion roof. [Photo by Katrina Elsken/Lake Okeechobee News]
Roofing company donates work on Kiwanis pavilion
OCC Quality Roofing will donate materials, labor and equipment use to re-roof the pavilion at Kiwanis Park. more
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City Council members pictured left to right are David McAuley, Monica Clark, Dowling Watford, Noel Chandler and Bob Jarriel.
City changes pay grade of general services manager
During the Feb. 3 meeting of the Okeechobee City Council, the council voted to change the pay grade of the General Services Director from Grade 106 to Grade 107. more
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FLHSMV announces driver license exams to be administered in English only
Today, the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) announced that, beginning  Friday, February 6th , all driver license knowledge and skills … more
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IRS opens 2026 filing season
Taxpayers can track refund status using Where’s My Refund?, the IRS2Go app, or their IRS Individual Online Account. more
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One of the first items on the Okeechobee City Council's agenda on Jan. 20 was a recognition of School Choice Week. Representatives from the local homeschool community, as well as those from Rock Solid Christian Academy and Okeechobee Christian Academy were present to accept the proclamation. Vice Mayor Clark read the proclamation, which was signed by Mayor Watford in advance. Pictured left to right is Melissa King, Okeechobee Christian Academy; Melinda Wherrell, Prosper Noggin; Vice-mayor Monica Clark; Joy Yates and Amanda Carver, Rock solid Christian Academy.
Okeechobee City Council celebrates School Choice
In an almost unheard-of turn of events, the Okeechobee City Council held its regular meeting Tuesday night, Jan. 20, without Mayor Dowling Watford. more
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[Photo by Richard Marion/Lake Okeechobee News]
Miccosukee Tribe disappointed with veto of bill that would have protected their way of life
Recently, President Donald Trump vetoed the Miccosukee Reserved Area Amendments Act. The veto was greeted with sorrow and disappointment by the Miccosukee Tribe. more
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Florida Senate passes SB 318; Florida PTA calls on House to act without delay
Florida PTA commends the Florida Senate’s unanimous passage of SB 318, a necessary step ... more
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