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Ho ho ho, Guess who is coming to City Hall
Santa is coming to City Hall. Look for him on Dec. 3, 4, 5, 10, 11 and 12. more
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This dog was one of 47 animals rescued from a hoarding situation in Kissimmee River Estates.
Animals rescued from hoarding situation in Kissimmee River Estates
What started out as an eviction turned into a rescue operation in the southeast corner of Highlands County Tuesday afternoon. more
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Okeechobee angels help a stranger
In this season of Thanksgiving, one woman took to Facebook to thank a special person. more
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Timothy Hall dove into the Rim Canal to retreive the wallet of a total stranger..[Photo by Luke Forehand]
Good Samaritan retrieves wallet from Rim Canal
One Okeechobee man is thanking his lucky stars after a man he never met volunteered to go into the Rim Canal and look for Luke Forehand’s missing wallet. more
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What a beautiful morning to share with friends..[Photo by April Martin]
Beautiful morning for a walk with friends
This was a beautiful morning to go for a walk with friends.  more
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Molly bravely fights Leukemia just days after her 7th birthday..[Photo courtesy Helen Justis]
Little warrior fights leukemia
A young girl in our community was showing rabbits in her 4-H club one week and fighting leukemia the next. more
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Nancy Vega and her three children are looking for a place to rent for $900 or less per month.
Family needs a place to call home
Once again, a single mom and her children face life on the streets if they cannot find a place to live soon. more
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Why do you celebrate Thanksgiving?
Most of us celebrate Thanksgiving, but do we know why? To whom are we thankful? more
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Local author, Joy Jarriel, has published a children's book based on stories of her father's life..[Photo by Grace Stewart]
Preacher's daughter writes books based on her dad's life
The daughter of a local pastor just published her first book in a series based on the stories her father... more
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John Alberigi III had 22 bones broken when he was caught in the middle of a tornado. Charley Dahlonega faired better though she was also hospitalized after being found in a pasture under a dryer. [Photo courtesy Matt Eggerton]
Couple needs help after tornado takes everything
While most of us go on with our lives as if nothing happened, victims of Hurricane Milton... more
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After 50 years of dedicated service to Gilbert Chevrolet, as of October 11, 2024, Jim Kenbeek has retired. In appreciation, a celebration was held with food and entertainment. To see a video celebrating Jim's years at Gilbert, check out Gilbert Chevrolet's Facebook page..[Photo by Kris Angsuwan]
Kenbeek retires after 50 years with Gilbert Chevrolet
After 50 years of dedicated service to Gilbert Chevrolet, as of October 11, 2024, Jim Kenbeek has retired. more
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PBSC Belle Glade Campus
Palm Beach State College reopened Friday, Oct. 11
College operations resumed Friday, Oct. 11.  more
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Angel Pena can do just about anything at K12 Print where he has been employed for almost 17 years.
Business owner helps man turn his life around
Despite a rough beginning, an Okeechobee resident turned his life around in an attempt to create a better ... more
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After their successful trip to help those in the disaster zones left by Hurricane Helene, our heroes made it back to Okeechobee on Wednesday evening.
Locals fly rescue mission after Hurricane Helene
Okeechobee residents, who prefer to remain anonymous,.. more
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Sid Estrada is asking for help for his friend Correa Emerico
Sid Estrada seeks help for a friend
We hear and see  many violence and news of hatred, indifference.  more
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Bruce and Mary Anne Swinford, of Big Lake Mission, relax after the Christmas bike/top run in 2023.
Big Lake Mission needs your support
Despite rumors to the contrary, Big Lake Mission is still alive and well and serving the Okeechobee community. more
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JO Wolff turns 100 this month..[Photo by Cathy Womble/Lake Okeechobee News]
Wolff to celebrate 100th birthday
For nearly a century, Jesse Outz “J.O.” Wolff has made his home in Okeechobee more
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UF/IFAS scientist earns spot among America’s Inspiring Hispanic/Latinx researchers
De Anda joins an influential group of scientists nationwide who are making significant contributions to their fields. more
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Caboose leaving flea market and heading to South Florida Fairgrounds
Caboose moving to South Florida Fairgrounds
“Where are they taking our caboose?” more
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Social media influencers are important in getting out information in a crisis
A recent study shows social media influencers are more important than previously thought when it comes to getting out vital information in a crisis. more
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