![PALMDALE -- Alligator feeding shows are a popular attraction at Gatorama. [Photo by Katrina Elsken/Lake Okeechobee News]](https://eta.creativecirclecdn.com/scfl/medium/20260727-161512-a1f-FOAT%20gatorama%201.jpg)
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Gatorama, one of Florida’s original “roadside attractions,” is a living piece of Florida history.
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Special to Hendry County News/Lake Okeechobee News
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8/3/26
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An Okeechobee dairy farm has become a popular destination for family fun.
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Special to Lake Okeechobee News/Hendry County News
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6/1/26
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The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) invites Florida residents and visitors of all ages to join Florida WildQuest, a statewide scavenger hunt experience on Florida’s Wildlife …
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Special to Hendry County News & Lake Okeechobee News
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4/6/26
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The Ormand Memorial Art Museum & Gardens is a little-known attraction, just a short drive from Lake Okeechobee.
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By Cathy Womble
Lake Okeechobee News | 2/6/26 |
![Key Largo sunset [Photo by Katrina Elsken/Lake Okeechobee News]](https://eta.creativecirclecdn.com/scfl/medium/20251201-131234-35d-key%20largo%20sunset.jpg)
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Key Largo is a top destination for snorkeling, fishing and scuba diving as well as just getting away from it all to enjoy the beach and spectacular sunsets.
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Special to Hendry County News
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12/10/25
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![Most ren fairs will feature a selection of themed rides for kids. [Photo by Richard Marion/Lake Okeechobee News]](https://eta.creativecirclecdn.com/scfl/medium/20251103-161255-6cf-Ren%20fair%20season-1-slug.jpg)
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With the clocks officially turning back an hour, we’ve now hit the time for ren faire season here in south Florida.
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By Richard Marion
Lake Okeechobee News | 11/13/25 |
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COCOA BEACH – If you enjoy ecotourism, check out the Cocoa Beach Thousand Islands.
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Special to Hendry County News/Lake Okeechobee News
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11/3/25
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Fishermen's Village offers a full-service marina and suite rentals so you can stay and play!
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Special to Lake Okeechobee News
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8/29/22
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