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Woman charged with hindering firefighters
After her home burned to the ground and her dog died, an Okeechobee woman was arrested and charged with hindering firefighters in their duty. more
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Bright lights reportedly enrage armed driver
After he was reportedly threatened with a gun, an Okeechobee man called 911 to report the incident. more
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Scammer tries to collect fines via phone
An Okeechobee woman said she received a phone call from a man claiming to work for the sheriff’s office and demanding money. more
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No activities will be happening at Heritage Village this year, because of the COVID-19 pandemic and the travel ban between the United States and Canada.
Canadian visitors will have to register with authorities  
Beginning April 11, Canadians visiting Florida will have to comply with immigration rules being enforced by the Trump administration.   more
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OKEECHOBEE -- This photo shows the current field station. [Photo courtesy SFWMD]
SFWMD to build new Okeechobee Field Station
At their March 13 meeting, South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) Governing Board members reviewed plans for a new Okeechobee Field Station. 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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OKEECHOBEE -- From 2001-2019, Gordie Peer hosted Cowboy Gatherings at his ranch in Okeechobee. [Photo courtesy Gordie Peer Cowboy Schoolhouse Facebook Page]
Gordie Peer was a cowboy and a showman
OKEECHOBEE -- Many in the Okeechobee community were saddened by news of the death of longtime resident Gordie Peer. more
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OKEECHOBEE -- This 1994 photo shows apprentice J. Taylor Marcus being taught about the plaiting of cow whips from whip maker George "Junior" Mills.
Whips are part of Florida cow hunter heritage
The crack of whip, echoing as loud as a gunshot across the Florida prairie, is part of Florida’s heritage. more
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Thousands enjoy beautiful day at Sugar Festival
CLEWISTON -- The 2025 Sugar Festival drew thousands of people to Clewiston's Civic Park March 14 and 15. more
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Hands holding jail cell bars
Indecent exposure at a tanning salon results in arrest
An Okeechobee man has been accused of exposing himself at a tanning salon while an underage girl was present. more
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Dr. Wendy Lugo Gallegos joins the Immokalee Foundation as director of program services
The Immokalee Foundation is pleased to announce that Dr. Wendy Lugo Gallegos has accepted the pivotal Director of Program Services position. In this role, she oversees … more
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Lake Okeechobee north shore, photo taken March 17, 2024. [Photo by Katrina Elsken/Lake Okeechobee News]
Lake recession could hit recovery level even if releases east stop
WEST PALM BEACH –  Lake releases to coastal estuaries may be slowing soon, but Mother Nature could bring the Big O lake level down anyway. more
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Lake Okeechobee north shore, photo taken March 17, 2024. [Photo by Katrina Elsken/Lake Okeechobee News]
Lake recession could hit recovery level even if releases east stop
WEST PALM BEACH –  Lake releases to coastal estuaries may be slowing soon, but Mother Nature could bring the Big O lake level down anyway. more
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jail cell, prison cell
Forklift 'fell' onto trailer, men claim
Two men allegedly claimed a forklift just fell onto their trailer as they were turning around last week. more
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SFWMD approves grants to increase water storage
At their March 13 meeting, the South Florida Water Management (SFWMD) Governing Board approved four projects to expand water storage in the Caloosahatchee River Watershed. more
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SFWMD approves grants to increase water storage
At their March 13 meeting, the South Florida Water Management (SFWMD) Governing Board approved four projects to expand water storage in the Caloosahatchee River Watershed. more
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OKEECHOBEE -- Children enjoyed the Okeechobee County Fair Midway rides. [Photo by Katrina Elsken/Lake Okeechobee News]
Okeechobee County Fair is open March 11-16
OKEECHOBEE -- The Okeechobee County Fair opened March 11 and runs through March 16 at the Okeechobee County Agri-Civic Center, 4601 State Road 710. more
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MOORE HAVEN -- World War Ii veteran Leonard Nichols, 100, was "Sheriff for a Day" at the Chalo Nitka Festival on Saturday, March 1. [Photo by Katrina Elsken/Lake Okeechobee News]
100-year-old veteran was sheriff for a day
MOORE HAVEN -- Leonard Nichols, who celebrated his 100th birthday on Feb. 23, was honored in the 2025 Chalo Nitka Parade as Sheriff for A Day. 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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Longhorn cattle are highlight of parade
A cattle drive featuring a small herd of Texas Longhorn cattle was the highlight of the 2025 Speckled Perch Festival Parade ... more
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