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Habitat for Humanity temporary housing units underway for displaced families
Habitat for Humanity of Lee and Hendry Counties is proud to partner with Federal Emergency Management Agency... more
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91-year-old veteran Frank Cunningham prides himself on staying active and fit. He had no problem at all getting down on the ground for this picture and even more surprising, he had no trouble getting back up.
Tales of a teen soldier: Every veteran's story deserves to be told.
Today I had a great idea. I told my friends “Hey guys! I got a great idea.  Let's join the National Guard. We'll be summer camp soldiers, and … more
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Pictured from left to right: Sgt. J. Francis, Lt. B. Taylor, Ofc. G. Kelly and Chief D. Hagan. On Saturday, April 29, 2023, Treasure Coast 10-13 Club presented Officer Garrett Kelly the "Outstanding Patrolman Award" for his performance while off duty in rendering first aid to a citizen in need of medical attention. Thank you, Officer Kelly, for representing the City of Okeechobee on and off duty and we extend our sincerest gratitude for all your hard work!
Okeechobee police officer honored after helping woman in St. Lucie County
An Okeechobee City police officer was honored recently in St. Lucie County after he helped a woman through a medical emergency. more
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Art show features images captured by Immokalee students
Seeing the Bigger Picture, a unique art show that featured stunning photography from students as young as 4 years old... more
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Groundbreaking of new Okeechobee High School set for May 11
After years of work and preparation, the Okeechobee County School District is preparing to finally break ground on the new Okeechobee High School. more
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Hobe Sound and Okeechobee Classical Conversation students participate in mock trial.
Students participate in mock trial
Classical Conversation students from both Okeechobee and Hobe Sound participated in a mock trial on Monday, May 1, 2023. more
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Departing Fire Chief Ralph Franklin (left) passes command to incoming Chief Earl Wooten II on April 28, 2023.
OCFR holds change of command ceremony
Okeechobee County Fire Rescue held a Change of Command ceremony on Friday, April 28, 2023. According to Retiring Chief Ralph Franklin, this is the first time in Okeechobee history … more
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Kevin Hughes was found guilty of first-degree murder on August 31, 2022.
Hughes found guilty of murder in the first degree
Wednesday evening, a jury of his peers found Kevin Hughes guilty of the first-degree murder of Jennifer Benson-Hughes. more
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Photos from the 2022 Lake Placid Caladium Festival
The Lake Placid Caladium Festival was held July 29-31, 2022, more
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True Okee episode 7: Crush
True Okee is a podcast featuring true crime and weird stories from the forgotten heartland of South Florida. more
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True Okee: Florida School for Boys
In 1959, Okeechobee is hoping the new Florida School for Boys will help rebuild the shrinking local economy. Fifty years later, sheriff deputies gather to search the property more
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Sons of the American Revolution tour Pearce Lockett Estate
Sons and Daughters of the American Revolution toured the Edna Pearce Lockett Estate ... more
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True Okee: special Halloween podcast
In this Halloween True Okee special… Stories of strange creatures and ghosts surround the area around Lake Okeechobee. more
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True Okee bonus episode: Death of a Sheriff
In this bonus episode of True Okee, we examine the death of Okeechobee County Sheriff John Collier more
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Motorcycle Stunts at the Okeechobee County Fair [Video]
One of the main attractions at the 2021 Okeechobee County Fair was the Cycle Circus featuring stunts performed by the Freestyle Madness team. more
Pics from Band and JROTC Senior Night at Okeechobee High School [Photo gallery]
Seniors from Okeechobee High School's Band and JROTC programs were recognized at halftime during the Oct. 16 Brahman and Port St. Lucie Jaguars varsity football game more
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