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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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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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Two teens visit ER with gunshot wounds
In separate incidents, two teens were brought to the emergency room this month with accidental gunshot wounds. more
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YMS Facebook page hacked; new page created 
Weeks before the new school year was set to begin, the Yearling Middle School Facebook page was hacked, forcing the school to create a new page.   more
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Jon Folbrecht is running for Okeechobee County Sheriff..[Photo courtesy Jon Folbrecht]
Folbrecht accused of lying about his job history
In the highly contested Okeechobee County sheriff’s race, rumors are flying, and accusations have been made involving each of the candidates. more
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Hendry County sets millage rate at 6.925 for TRIM notices
Hendry County Board of County Commissioners set the millage rate for TRIM notices during its July 23 meeting. more
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Man found lying in road said he was tired
After he was reportedly found lying in the middle of the road, an Okeechobee man was arrested and charged with possession of a weapon by a convicted felon. more
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Sibling argument ends in arrest
An Okeechobee man was charged with aggravated assault after reportedly chasing his brother with a machete. more
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Man accused of stealing bananas, charged with burglary
A Bradenton man was arrested last week after allegedly breaking into a Sysco truck and refusing to leave. more
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CLEWISTON -- Daniel and Kane Weekly caught 25.38 pounds of bass to win the second qualifying tournament in the Roland Martin Marine Center Series tournament on July 20.
Heat doesn't stop anglers in Roland Martin Marine Center Series
 The second qualifier of the  Roland Martin Marine Center Series 2024 season  presented by  HUK ... more
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CLEWISTON -- Daniel and Kane Weekly caught 25.38 pounds of bass to win the second qualifying tournament in the Roland Martin Marine Center Series tournament on July 20.
Heat doesn't stop anglers in Roland Martin Marine Center Series
 The second qualifier of the  Roland Martin Marine Center Series 2024 season  presented by  HUK ... more
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City of Clewiston considers adjusting travel trailer ordinance  
The City of Clewiston considered adjusting an ordinance relating to storage of travel trailers on private property at the July 15 commission meeting.   more
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CLEWISTON -- On July 22, Gulf Coast Humane Society came to America's Sweetest Shelter and rescued more than 30 animals, including one dog that had been at the Clewiston shelter for more than a year. They also brought donations to help the shelter. [Photo courtesy Clewiston Animal Services]
Gulf Coast Humane Society helps Clewiston animals find new homes
Gulf Coast Humane Society came to America's Sweetest Shelter on July 22 and rescued more than 30 animals. more
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Helicopter was damaged over the weekend, possibly during the Christmas parade.
Helicopter to be raised on pedestal
After multiple instances of vandalism to the helicopter in Veteran’s Park, the city council has agreed the helicopter will be raised on some type of pedestal. more
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City Council members pictured left to right are David McAuley, Monica Clark, Dowling Watford, Noel Chandler and Bob Jarriel.
City Council to hold special meeting
The City of Okeechobee Mayor has called a Special City Council Meeting to be held on Wednesday, July 24, … more
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July 12 algae bloom at Port Mayaca [Photo courtesy FDEP]
Toxin levels in lake algal blooms drop
Algal bloom toxin levels in Lake Okeechobee dropped dramatically the third week of July … more
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Lawsuit against sheriff dismissed with prejudice
On July 18, 2024, Dr. Saeed Kahn voluntarily dismissed a lawsuit filed against Okeechobee County Sheriff Noel Stephen... more
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Steve "Lawbogger" Weikert is running for sheriff.
Meet the candidates: Steve Weikert is running for sheriff
Steve Weikert is one of three candidates for sheriff in Okeechobee. more
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Sheriff Noel E. Stephen is running for his third term as sheriff of Okeechobee County..[Photo courtesy OCSO]
Meet the candidates: Sheriff plans to continue training up the next generation of law enforcement
With nearly 40 years of experience with the Okeechobee County Sheriff’s Office, Noel Stephen believes he is in a unique position... more
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Jon Folbrecht is running for Okeechobee County Sheriff..[Photo courtesy Jon Folbrecht]
Meet the candidate: Folbrecht wants more transparency in the OCSO
Stressing his experience with management and with law enforcement, Jon Folbrecht believes he is the best choice for sheriff of Okeechobee County. more
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