These columns list arrests and not convictions, unless otherwise stated. Anyone listed here who is later found not guilty or has had the charges against them dropped is welcome to inform this newspaper. The information will be confirmed and printed.
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In a unanimous vote, the Florida Senate passed Bill 774. This bill will benefit public safety telecommunicators, providing coverage for mental or nervous injuries received on the job.
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By Cathy Womble
Lake Okeechobee News | 2/27/26 |
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After deliberating for only 27 minutes and 43 seconds,...
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By Cathy Womble
Lake Okeechobee News | 2/27/26 |
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The Okeechobee County Sheriff’s Office is grateful to share encouraging news regarding Deputy Austin Rhodes.
With the permission of Deputy Rhodes’ family, we can …
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By Sgt. Jack Nash
PIO OCSO | 2/26/26 |
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Despite a 911 call, a road rage incident resulted in no arrests earlier this month.
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By Cathy Womble
Lake Okeechobee News | 2/26/26 |
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Last week, Sheriff Noel E. Stephen shared information regarding scammers
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News from Okeechobee County Sheriff's Office
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2/26/26
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In an unusual theft complaint, a property owner reported someone stole his portable toilet.
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By Cathy Womble
Lake Okeechobee News | 2/26/26 |
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Earlier this month, deputies responded to Northeast 425 th Avenue regarding a suspicious person complaint.
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By Cathy Womble
Lake Okeechobee News | 2/26/26 |
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While institutions still issue warnings on safe investments and fraud avoidance, and with gold prices reaching record highs ...
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By Sam Bourgi
InvestorsObserver | 2/25/26 |
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The following individuals were arrested on felony or driving under the influence (DUI) charges...
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Special to Lake Okeechobee News
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2/25/26
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Chad Broadrick was sentenced to six years and five months in state prison...
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By Cathy Womble
Lake Okeechobee News | 2/24/26 |
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Cynthia Tommie was sentenced to six years and nine days in state prison followed by...
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By Cathy Womble
Lake Okeechobee News | 2/24/26 |
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Monique Tolliver and Jeffrey Lane were sentenced in February to two days in county jail after they entered no-contest pleas to battery.
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By Cathy Womble
Lake Okeechobee News | 2/24/26 |
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As February comes to a close, the Florida Department of Corrections (FDC) proudly recognizes Career and Technical Education (CTE) Month ...
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By Florida Department of Corrections
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2/24/26
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On Feb. 23, 2026, the Okeechobee County Sheriff's Office experienced a serious line of duty incident involving Deputy Sheriff Austin Rhodes.
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By Sgt. Jack Nash
PIO OCSO | 2/24/26 |
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There were two officer-involved car accidents on Monday, Feb. 23.
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By Sgt. Jack Nash
PIO OCSO | 2/24/26 |
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An Okeechobee woman was arrested and charged with grand theft after “helping” at a storage unit.
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By Cathy Womble
Lake Okeechobee News | 2/23/26 |
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After a 911 call regarding criminal mischief, Okeechobee City Police Officer
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By Cathy Womble
Lake Okeechobee News | 2/23/26 |
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An Okeechobee man was arrested recently after allegedly running up and down Southeast 16 th Avenue, screaming.
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By Cathy Womble
Lake Okeechobee News | 2/23/26 |
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Okeechobee County Fire Rescue had a busy week with a total of 190 calls, including 119 medical emergencies.
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By Cathy Womble
Lake Okeechobee News | 2/20/26 |
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The Okeechobee County Sheriff’s Office is proud to announce the launch of a new re-entry initiative inside the Okeechobee County Jail designed to help reduce recidivism and provide a …
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By Sgt. Jack Nash
PIO OCSO | 2/20/26 |