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FLHSMV promotes Safe Start awareness campaign focused on child safety
Each August, as the school year begins in Florida, students eagerly anticipate returning to the classroom... more
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Moore Haven man missing
Eric Palazolo has been missing from his home in Moore Haven, Florida since July 29 more
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Okeechobee woman dodges scam artist
An Okeechobee woman had a near-miss with scammers when a company mailed her a check for almost $10,000. more
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Couple calls cops when neighbor yells over fence
An Okeechobee County Sheriff’s deputy was dispatched to a home on Southeast 29 th Terrace regarding neighbor trouble this week. more
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Man accused of assault after throwing blade of grass
If you have good neighbors, count your blessings, because when you don’t, it can make life unbearable. more
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Sheriff Noel Stephen ignores a handshake from Jon Folbrecht before the Okeechobee County political forum. The tension between the candidates was palpable leading up to the forum after a summer full of political and personal attacks. [Photo by Richard Marion/Lake Okeechobee News]
Candidates for sheriff answer tough questions
Tuesday night’s 2024 election forum was not without its drama as arriving community members were greeted with a sign telling them to vote no for Noel. more
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OCPD welcomes news officers
Okeechobee City Police Chief Donald Hagan and Sheriff Noel Stephen attended the graduation for IRSC Academy Class 176 more
Sheriff Noel Stephen has been with the OCSO for 37 years.
Okeechobee sheriff has NO disciplinary reports in 37 years of service
After stories were written about the discipline reports and terminations in the pasts of sheriff candidates... more
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Bubel convicted of second degree murder
Venus Bubel was convicted on several charges Monday, including second degree murder ... more
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Walmart delivery drivers claim bot users are taking all jobs
Walmart delivery drivers report struggles with those using bots to take all the best jobs. more
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Okeechobee Arrest Report
The following individuals were arrested on felony or driving under the influence (DUI) charges... more
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FHP Rockets to victory in Best-Looking Cruiser Competition for second year in a row
On July 29, the American Association of State Troopers (AAST) announced the Florida Highway Patrol... more
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Harvey Barr Jr. [Photo courtesy OCSO]
Sheriff Stephen comments on controversial arrest video
A video has surfaced online of the arrest of young man, identified as Harvey Barr Jr., accused of beating his own father and then stealing his vehicle. more
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Jon Folbrecht
Folbrecht terminated from auxiliary but recommended by sheriff to MCSO
New documents have been uncovered regarding the past employment of sheriff candidate Jon Folbrecht. more
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Okeechobee woman allegedly involved in two DUI accidents within one week
An Okeechobee was reportedly involved in two DUI accidents within one week. more
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Hendry County Arrest Report
The following individuals were arrested on felony or driving under the influence (DUI) charges by the... more
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Wild Osceola turkeys.
FWC unravels organized fraud case involving prized Osceola turkey
Forensic science played a crucial role in verifying the fraudulent nature of the turkey hunts by providing... more
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Steve "Lawbogger" Weikert is running for sheriff.
Sheriff candidate accused of misconduct
Sheriff candidate Steve Weikert has been accused of lying about his past, and his work records were requested from the Saint Lucie County … more
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Many in jail suffer from mental illness
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 ... … more
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Toddler accidentally left in his car seat, rescued
A three-year-old child with autism was rescued after he was accidentally left in his car seat outside his own home. more
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