Forensic science played a crucial role in verifying the fraudulent nature of the turkey hunts by providing...
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7/26/24
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Sheriff candidate Steve Weikert has been accused of lying about his past, and his work records were requested from the Saint Lucie County …
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By Cathy Womble
Lake Okeechobee News | 7/26/24 |
Forty-four percent of those in jail and 37% of those in prison have a mental illness, according to data shared at the July 25 meeting ...
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By Katrina Elsken
Lake Okeechobee News | 7/25/24 |
A three-year-old child with autism was rescued after he was accidentally left in his car seat outside his own home.
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By Cathy Womble
Lake Okeechobee News | 7/25/24 |
In separate incidents, two teens were brought to the emergency room this month with accidental gunshot wounds.
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By Cathy Womble
Lake Okeechobee News | 7/25/24 |
In the highly contested Okeechobee County sheriff’s race, rumors are flying, and accusations have been made involving each of the candidates.
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By Cathy Womble
Lake Okeechobee News | 7/24/24 |
After he was reportedly found lying in the middle of the road, an Okeechobee man was arrested and charged with possession of a weapon by a convicted felon.
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By Cathy Womble
Lake Okeechobee News | 7/23/24 |
An Okeechobee man was charged with aggravated assault after reportedly chasing his brother with a machete.
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By Cathy Womble
Lake Okeechobee News | 7/23/24 |
A Bradenton man was arrested last week after allegedly breaking into a Sysco truck and refusing to leave.
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By Cathy Womble
Lake Okeechobee News | 7/23/24 |
The following individuals were arrested on felony or driving under the influence (DUI) charges...
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7/23/24
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Firefighter James Smith was presented a new helmet shield this morning from Chief Wooten and Captain Vinson...
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7/23/24
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On July 18, 2024, Dr. Saeed Kahn voluntarily dismissed a lawsuit filed against Okeechobee County Sheriff Noel Stephen...
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7/19/24
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On July 18, Vector Solutions, the leading provider of technology solutions to help train, prepare, and retain
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News from National Fire Protection Association
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7/19/24
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Steve Weikert is one of three candidates for sheriff in Okeechobee.
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By Cathy Womble
Lake Okeechobee News | 7/18/24 |
With nearly 40 years of experience with the Okeechobee County Sheriff’s Office, Noel Stephen believes he is in a unique position...
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By Cathy Womble
Lake Okeechobee News | 7/18/24 |
Stressing his experience with management and with law enforcement, Jon Folbrecht believes he is the best choice for sheriff of Okeechobee County.
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By Cathy Womble
Lake Okeechobee News | 7/18/24 |
The following individuals were arrested on felony or driving under the influence (DUI) charges ...
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7/17/24
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The following individuals were arrested on felony or driving under the influence (DUI) charges...
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7/17/24
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K9s United, a national nonprofit dedicated to advocating for and supporting...
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7/16/24
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An Okeechobee man was charged with DUI after he was allegedly found sleeping in a running vehicle with his child in the backseat.
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By Cathy Womble
Lake Okeechobee News | 7/15/24 |