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From left to right: Fiorella Fernandez, FWC, Diamond Bergeron, Bergeron Everglades Foundation, Annisa Karim, FWC, Tom Reinert, FWC, "Alligator" Ron Bergeron, SFWMD, Kodiak Hengstebeck, FWC, Pedro Ramos, NPS, Henri Ferré, Inversa, Drew Bartlett, SFWMD) [Photo Courtesy FWC]
Join the Florida Python Challenge™ this July!
In just over two and a half weeks, the 2026 Florida Python Challenge™ kicks off! more
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Kids run drills at the Evan Neal Football Camp. [Photo courtesy Daniel Kidd]
Fourth annual Evan Neal football camp held in Okeechobee
Former Okeechobee Brahman and current New York Giant offensive lineman Evan Neal was back in his hometown on June 13 to host a football camp for local youth. more
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On May 26, South Florida Water Management District staff planted more submerged aquatic vegetaton (SAV) in Lake Okeechobee. [Photo courtesy SFWMD]
Airboat launch area planned at Lock 7
At their June 18 meeting Okeechobee County Commissioners voted to spend $597,299.30 for an airboat launch area at Lock 7 ... more
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FWC reminds residents and visitors to enjoy Florida’s waterways safely and responsibly. Whether renting a motorized boat, a personal watercraft (PWC/Jet-Ski), canoe, kayak or paddleboard, it is critical to rent from a permitted livery. [Photos courtesy of National Safe Boating Council]
Boating tips for enjoying July 4th fun
Waterfront venues across the United States will host Independence Day celebrations to honor... more
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Sebastian Romo’s award-winning artwork of a Florida bass and bluegill. [Photo courtesy FWC]
Florida student’s art wins Best of Show in Fish Art Contest!
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC), in collaboration with Wildlife Forever, more
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Enjoy the summer sunshine on district lands
The South Florida Water Management District is highlighting the many ways you can enjoy our public lands this summer, and all year long. more
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LaSala's Big O Dojo's Master Instructor traveled to Connecticut June 6th and won two championship belts. This gives him a guaranteed seat for the World Championship finals in July at Disney. The event, U.S. Open ISKA World Championships will be filmed by ESPN, he will be competing for 4 world titles. We are doing a fundraising carwash Sat, June 13th at O'Reilly Auto Parts in Okeechobee from 11 am - 2 pm. 203 S Parrott Ave, Okeechobee, FL 34974 There will also be BBQ Pork plates for sale as well. It includes pulled pork, roll, 2 sides, dessert and drink for $20.
LaSala's Master Instructor qualifies to compete in World Championship
LaSala's Big O Dojo's Master Instructor traveled to Connecticut June 6 and won two championship belts. more
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FWC issues executive order to close recreational harvest of snowy grouper in Atlantic state waters
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) issued an executive order to close recreational harvest of snowy grouper ... more
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As we enter bowling season, Special Olympic athletes begin their training. Many of these athletes have been bowling since childhood and consider bowling their favorite sport..[courtesy photo]
Special Olympic athletes train for bowling tournaments
As we enter bowling season, Special Olympic athletes begin their training. more
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Recreational harvest of snook for Florida’s east coast will close June 1
The recreational harvest of snook in the Northeast, Indian River Lagoon and Southeast management regions will close June 1. more
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Special Olympics Florida announces big news!
Big news for Special Olympics Florida athletes and families! more
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LaSala's Big 'O' Dojo proudly represents Okeechobee
LaSala's Big "O" Dojo had the privilege May 16th of traveling to Miami FL to compete in the Pan-American International Championships. more
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Omar Martinez and Joey Lane compete at the state level in bocce ball.
Special Olympic athletes compete in bocce ball at state level
Special Olympic coaches Bernard Marker and Chelane Sheffield accompanied athletes Omar Martinez and Joey Lane to the Special Olympics State Games... more
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Make water safety a priority this summer
As Americans head to lakes and rivers for the 2026 recreation season, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is reminding everyone ... more
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The Lady Brahmans celebrate following their win over Jensen Beach. [Photo courtesy OHS Softball]
OHS softball battles in regional postseason
The Okeechobee High School Lady Brahman softball team kicked off their entrance in the regional playoffs with a big win. more
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From left to right: Fiorella Fernandez, FWC; Diamond Bergeron, Bergeron Everglades Foundation; Annisa Karim, FWC; Tom Reinert, FWC; “Alligator” Ron Bergeron, SFWMD; Kodiak Hengstebeck, FWC; Pedro Ramos, NPS; Henri Ferré, Inversa; and Drew Bartlett, SFWMD. [Photo courtesy SFWMD]
2026 Florida Python Challenge™ dates announced — registration now open
Mark your calendars — the annual Florida Python Challenge™ is back for 2026! Kicking off on Friday, July 10 at 12:01 a.m., and running until Sunday, July 19 at 5 p.m., registered participants in … more
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Evan Neal to host 4th annual youth football camp in Okeechobee
Former Okeechobee Brahman and current New York Giant offensive lineman Evan Neal will be back in his hometown on June 13 to host a football camp for local youth. more
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OKEECHOBEE –– Athletes from D&G Kickboxing and Fitness traveled to Davie, Florida, on Sunday, May 17, 2026, to compete in a point kickboxing tournament, marking the gym’s largest competition appearance to date. A total of 21 competitors represented the team. [Photo courtesy D&G Kickboxing and Fitness]
D&G Kickboxing & Fitness competes tournament
Athletes from D&G Kickboxing and Fitness traveled to Davie, Florida, on Sunday, May 17, 2026, to compete in a point kickboxing tournament ... more
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FWC issues order to close recreational harvest of gag grouper in Atlantic state waters
At its May meeting in Ft. Myers, the FWC issued an executive order to close the recreational harvest of gag grouper in state waters ... more
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OKEECHOBEE -- Four-year-old Rone and his family, from Palm City, enjoyed fishing from the pier at the Clif Betts Jr. Lakeside Recreation Area during a Mother's Day weekend visit to Okeechobee. [Photo by Katrina Elsken/Lake Okeechobee News]
Gone fishing ,,,
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