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The Brahmans pose after their thrilling win over Sebastian River in the district championship. [Photo courtesy OHS]
Brahmans win baseball district championship  
The Okeechobee High School varsity Brahman baseball team secured a district championship with a dominating 13-3 win over the Sebastian River Sharks on April 17. more
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Okeechobee girl wins individual honors at state archery contest
GAINESVILLE – Kiara Diaz, an Okeechobee home school student, won first place in the Elementary School Female division... more
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The Brahman boys secured a win in their first home track meet in 20 years. [Photo courtesy Issayanna McQueen]
OHS track team holds first home meet in 20 years 
The Okeechobee High School track team held their first home meet in over 20 years on April 9.  more
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Family enjoys new Altobello Family Pump Track
County names pump track to honor Altobello Family
Okeechobee County has officially named the new pump track at Kiwanis Park as the "Altobello Family Pump Track. more
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FWC announces winners of 2025 Florida State Fish Art Contest
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC), in collaboration with Wildlife Forever, is eager... more
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Application period for Atlantic red snapper exempted fishing permits opens April 4
FWC will begin accepting applications for the fourth quarter of the Atlantic Red Snapper Exempted Fishing Permits on April 4. more
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From left to right: Rachel Wilson, Shelby Busbin, Coach Aimee Kelly, Mayte Orta Santos, and Malia Garces. [Photo courtesy OHS Girls Lacrosse]
Lady Brahmans’ lacrosse team gets win on senior night 
The Okeechobee High School Lady Brahman lacrosse team secured a big win against the John Caroll Catholic Lady Rams on March 27.   more
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FWC announces winners of Pink Bass Rewards
Two lucky anglers who caught Pink Tagged bass in TrophyCatch Season 12 were recently recognized and rewarded for their achievements! more
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Spiny lobster season closes April 1
The spiny lobster recreational and commercial seasons close to harvest in state and federal waters starting April 1, more
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OKEECHOBEE —  Krystal Sims, of Okeechobee, was recently recognized for leadership and being a self-advocate by making an appointment with local Representatives and legislators in Tallahassee for  issues we have in Okeechobee County. Pictured with Sims are Margaret Hooper and Gayle Harrell.
Special Olympic athlete receives recognition
Krystal Sims, of Okeechobee, was recently recognized for leadership and being a self-advocate... more
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The Terriers secured a big win over the Shamrocks on the Friday before St. Patrick's Day. [Photo courtesy Moore Haven Athletics]
Moore Haven Terriers defeat Donahue Catholic Shamrocks  
The Moore Haven Terriers varsity baseball team beat the Donahue Catholic Shamrocks 11-1 on March 14. more
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heather Dobbs shows her skills on the new Altobello Pump Track!
Pump track opens to great enthusiasm
What began as a dream is now a reality as Okeechobee County is now home to one of only five pump tracks in the state. more
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FWC: Splash into license-free freshwater fishing weekend!
Mark your calendars for an opportunity to go freshwater fishing during the upcoming FWC license-free freshwater fishing weekend! more
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Cowtown Rodeo awards thousands in cash prizes
 OKEECHOBEE – The Okeechobee Cattlemen’s Arena on U.S. 441 N hosted the Okeechobee Cowtown Rodeo March 8 & 9. This was a Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association event, attracting … more
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Naveah Robinson finished in third in the regional tournament. [Photo courtesy Brahman Wrestling]
Two Brahman wrestlers advance to state 
Two Okeechobee High School Brahman wrestlers are advancing to the Florida High School Athletic Association state tournament. more
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Idaho's Brandon Palaniuk leads the Champion Power Equipment Bassmaster Elite at Lake Okeechobee in Okeechobee, Fla., with a three-day weight of 81 pounds, 1 ounce.. Photo by Seigo Saito/B.A.S.S]
Bassmaster Elite winner gets $102,000 payday
OKEECHOBEE, Fla. —  The gift that kept on giving finally stopped giving. Thankfully, that gift had given enough for  Brandon Palaniuk  to cruise across the finish line with … more
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Idaho's Brandon Palaniuk leads the Champion Power Equipment Bassmaster Elite at Lake Okeechobee in Okeechobee, Fla., with a three-day weight of 81 pounds, 1 ounce.. Photo by Seigo Saito/B.A.S.S]
Palaniuk builds huge lead in Bassmaster Elite at Lake Okeechobee
OKEECHOBEE, Fla. —  Compared to Friday’s phenomenal performance,  Brandon Palaniuk  had a slow Day 3. However, his previous heroics, paired with a solid third-round … more
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Idaho's Brandon Palaniuk leads the Champion Power Equipment Bassmaster Elite at Lake Okeechobee in Okeechobee, Fla., with a two-day weight of 58 pounds, 1 ounce..{Photo by Seigo Saito/B.A.S.S.]
Palaniuk’s record-setting day pushes him to Lake O lead
Big Florida bass are notorious for making you wait for their feeding windows. Brandon Palaniuk  knows the game ... more
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Chobee Electrathon Team seeks sponsors
Okeechobee High School students have been given the opportunity to participate in a new and exciting club — FPL Electrathon America. more
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2nd-graders keep tradition
LaBelle Elementary 2nd-graders kept the second grade tradition by creating minature floats and walking... more
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