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OHS senior Ni'Marion Bryant fakes a handoff to senior Carriss Chilsom-Johns.
 Five Brahmans selected to compete in All-Star game
Five Okeechobee High School Brahman football players have been selected to compete in an All-Star game this month. more
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For the second time in approximately a month, the door was ripped off the helicopter in Veterans' Square Park.
Veterans' Square Park equipment vandalized again
OKEECHOBEE — Once again, vandals have struck Veterans’ Square Park. more
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Market trends: After a year of stabilization, the promise of a robust 2024
From the prolonged global pandemic to the lingering fallout from the costliest... more
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OKEECHOBEE -- Okeechobee County Commissioners honored Okeechobee FFA members during the Dec. 28 commission meeting.
Okeechobee FFA team wins national Dairy Cattle Evaluation competition
Okeechobee County Future Farmers of America (FFA) made history at the National FFA ... more
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GLADES COUNTY -- On Dec. 20, Glades County Public Safety hosted a visit by an  elf to bring awareness to the county at Loves Truck Stop. The elf shared educatio about EMS and fire protection as well as candy! [Photo courtesy Glades County Public Safety]  
Elf shares safety awareness
On Dec. 20, Glades County Public Safety hosted a visit by an  elf to bring awareness to the county ... more
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Courtroom gavel
Youth Academy sued after staff member allegedly arranges attack on youth
A Snapchat video led to the arrest of an inmate, who allegedly participated in an attack on a fellow inmate by multiple men and boys. more
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The dry season has brought higher than average rainfall. For the week of Dec. 11-17, direct rainfall added 52,980 acre feet of water to Lake O and 103,730 acre feet of water to the Everglades Agricultural Area Water Conservation Areas.
Rainfall keeps lake level high
As predicted, so far the “dry” season has brought above average rainfall, keeping Lake Okeechobee near 16 feet more
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Truck left unlocked with keys inside stolen on Christmas Eve
A neighbor/tenant allegedly took a truck without permission and wrecked it causing approximately $5,000 in damage. more
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Special Athletes of Okeechobee and Special Olympics Florida had their Christmas party December 15th. Over 40 Special Needs kids and adults received gifts and ate a variety of food and desserts. Santa made an appearance and made sure to speak with everyone. Special Thanks to Kahootz, Eli's Western Wear, Gator Feed, Coke Florida, Micco Catering and all the people who donated food, time and gifts to make this night so special.
Special athletes enjoy Christmas with Santa
Special Athletes of Okeechobee and  Special Olympics Florida had their Christmas party December 15th. more
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Convicted child sexual predator back in prison
Convicted sexual predator Daryl Tindall is back in prison despite having his sentence overturned in January. more
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One killed in multiple truck collision
A 28-year-old Immokalee man was killed early Tuesday morning when the truck he was a passenger in was involved in a collision with two semi trucks. more
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Apprentice program in Okeechobee aims to help teacher shortage
The Okeechobee County School District is attempting to combat vacancies in the district... more
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Clewiston arcades close under suspicion of illegal gambling
As a result of a crackdown over suspected illegal activities in some Clewiston ... more
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LaBelle tables code amendment for RV, boat storage
Residents of LaBelle still have some time before the LaBelle city commission ... more
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Victoria Beaner of LaBelle claims prestigious Rookie of the Year honors from PDRA.
Young drag racer Victoria Beaner is on the fast track
A 12-year-old LaBelle resident won prestigious drag racing awards and the title ... more
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Prison Cell
Woman allegedly hides syringe in body cavity
A 29-year-old Okeechobee woman was arrested this week after allegedly hiding a syringe in a body cavity. more
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Gun pulled at flea market
A flea market vendor pulled a gun last Sunday after he was punched in the face by a customer. more
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Okeechobee student’s art chosen to be displayed in Tallahassee
Osceola Middle School eighth grader Valentina Gaona’s art will be hanging in the capitol in Tallahassee for the upcoming legislative session. more
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School district reviews impact fee study
The Hendry County School Board is considering school impact fees from new … more
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Homeless man makes himself at home inside Home Depot display shed
A Home Depot manager was surprised to discover a homeless man was sleeping in one of the store’s display sheds last week. more
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