Lake Okeechobee News at lakeonews.com logo

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.

Police-Fire
Sort by: Featured Most recent
829 results total, viewing 141 - 160
Photo Caption
Employer accuses employee of stealing $10,000
A business owner recently reported a theft she said one of her employees committed. more
|
Photo Caption
Homeowner pays handyman more than $2K: regrets decision
An Okeechobee man learned the hard way to never pay for a job in advance. more
|
Photo Caption
Homeowner tricked into buying new AC
Believing a new AC unit would be paid for by a grant, a homeowner agreed to allow an AC company to install a new unit. more
|
Photo Caption
'Friend' of woman in jail padlocks house and takes dog
After she served her time in jail, an Okeechobee woman was shocked to find her friend had locked her out of her own home and kidnapped her dog. more
|
Photo Caption
Hendry County Arrest Report
The following individuals were arrested on felony or driving under the influence (DUI) charges by the ... more
|
Photo Caption
Screaming man trespassed from grocery store
An Okeechobee County deputy was dispatched to a local grocery store last week after a 911 call regarding a man yelling in the parking lot. more
|
Photo Caption
Passenger arrested during traffic stop
An Okeechobee man was arrested last week after he allegedly committed battery on a law enforcement officer. more
|
Photo Caption
Glades County Arrest Report
The following individuals were arrested on felony or driving under the influence (DUI) charges… more
|
Photo Caption
Okeechobee Arrest Report
The following individuals were arrested on felony or driving under the influence (DUI) charges… more
|
Photo Caption
Woman accused of threatening man with machete: No arrests made
An Okeechobee man called 911 recently to report his girlfriend threatened him with a machete. more
|
Photo Caption
Narcotics Task Force arrests two
On July 30, 2026, members of the Okeechobee Narcotics Task Force, the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), and the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), with the … more
|
Photo Caption
FDC announces hiring bonus for new correctional officers
The Florida Department of Corrections (FDC) is expanding recruitment incentives with a new $1,000 hiring bonus... more
|
Photo Caption
Songwriter accused of grand theft auto
Christopher Fox, locally known as the singer/songwriter of the song “Okeechobee,” was arrested... more
|
Okeechobee County School Resource Deputies Continue Learning and Growing!
Okeechobee County School Resource Deputies continue learning
Recently, School Resource Deputies Kanarick and Gonzalez proudly represented the OCSO at the 47th Annual Florida Association of School Resource Officers (FASRO) School … more
|
LABELLE –– On Thursday, July 30, 2026, Hendry County Sheriff S. Whidden announced the promotion of Detective Justin Goldberg to the position of Road Patrol Sergeant, East District. Sgt. Goldberg has been employed with the Hendry County Sheriff’s Office since 2022 where he was assigned to road patrol. In 2024, Goldberg transferred to the Criminal Investigative Division and was assigned to the General Crimes Unit. [Photo courtesy Hendry County Sheriff’s Office]
Sheriff Whidden promotes Detective Goldberg to Road Patrol Sgt.
On Thursday, July 30, 2026, Hendry County Sheriff S. Whidden announced the promotion of Detective Justin Goldberg to the position of Road Patrol Sergeant ... more
|
LABELLE –– On Thursday, July 30, 2026, Hendry County Sheriff S. Whidden swore in Marvin Similien who will be assigned to the Hendry County Jail Division. Similien comes to HCSO with 4 years of experience. “We’re glad to have you back Marvin”, said Sheriff Whidden. Correctional Officer Similien was previously employed with Hendry County Jail from 2022 to 2025, leaving for a brief period of time, returning on July 27, 2026. [Photo courtesy Hendry County Sheriff’s Office]
HCSO Sheriff Whidden swears in Correctional Officer Marvin Similien
On Thursday, July 30, 2026, Hendry County Sheriff S. Whidden swore in Marvin Similien who will be assigned to the Hendry County Jail Division. more
|
Chief Stevens & Capt Hubbard attends conference..CLEWISTON –– In July, Chief Brent Stevens, Public Information Officer J Hubbard, and Captain David Hubbard proudly represented the LaBelle Fire Department at the Florida Fire Chiefs’ Association Executive Development Conference. The Conference brings together fire service leaders from across Florida to strengthen leadership, enhance professional development, and share innovative strategies that improve emergency services. [Photo courtesy LaBelle Fire Department}
LaBelle Fire Dept. Chief Stevens & Capt Hubbard attends conference
In July, Chief Brent Stevens, Public Information Officer J Hubbard, and Captain David Hubbard proudly represented the LaBelle Fire Department ... more
|
Training never stops for the Clewiston Fire Department.CLEWISTON — Monday evening, July 21, Clewiston Fire Rescue spent the evening with the Clewiston Volunteer Fire Department, sharpening their pump operations and hose deployment techniques. These hands-on drills help ensure the crews can quickly establish a reliable water supply, operate their apparatus efficiently, and deliver water where it’s needed most during an emergency. [Photo courtesy Clewiston Fire Rescue]
Training never stops for the Clewiston Fire Department
Monday evening, July 21, Clewiston Fire Rescue spent the evening with the Clewiston Volunteer Fire Department, sharpening their pump operations ... more
|
David Drawdy and the Okeechobee North Okeechobee North Moose Lodge 1753 were honored to provide 1st responders from the Okeechobee City police department with 4 of his (Drawdy's) famous rib dinners. We appreciate all they provide for us.
Moose Club serves dinner to officers
David Drawdy and the Okeechobee North Okeechobee North Moose Lodge 1753 were honored… more
|
Police Chief Donald Hagan and Lt. Belen Reyna are pictured with the Walmart asset protection employees who delivered the donation.
Bexley Box is full again thanks to generous donors
OKEECHOBEE — The Okeechobee City Police Department is proud to partner with the Okeechobee Walmart in support of our Bexley Box... more
|
« Prev | 1 … 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 … 42 | Next »
Currently viewing stories posted within the past 365 days.
For all older stories, please use our advanced search.
x