Perhaps Benjamin Franklin said it best: “By failing to prepare, you’re preparing to fail.”
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Special to Lake Okeechobee News
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5/3/24
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As hurricane season approaches, caregivers of those with Alzheimer’s have to put a plan in place a bit different than others.
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Special to Lake Okeechobee News
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5/1/24
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In response to Hurricane Ian, one of the most devastating natural disasters in history to hit...
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9/25/23
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The Auto Club Group is providing advice to help residents who may have suffered either wind or flood damage...
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News from AAA
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9/1/23
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The Florida Department of Health in Collier County is advising the public not to enter the water due to the possible increased risk...
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Special to Lake Okeechobee News
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8/30/23
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The South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) is temporarily closing SFWMD-managed lands in Collier, Lee and...
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News from SFWMD
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8/30/23
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The AAASWFL team will continue to be available to assist Southwest Florida residents on the phone and over email.
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Special to Caloosa Belle Independent
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8/29/23
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Florida’s Disaster Contractors Network (DCN) has been activated to support homeowners who may need home repairs..
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Special to Caloosa Belle
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8/29/23
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On Monday, Aug. 28, FEMA announced that federal disaster assistance has been made...
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Special to Lake Okeechobee News
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8/29/23
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Regrettably, we must postpone the Disaster Recovery & Resilience Resource Fair originally set for August 29...
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News from Small Business Administration
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8/29/23
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Tropical Storm Idalia is forecast to approach Florida as a major hurricane...
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Special to Lake Okeechobee News
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8/29/23
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For questions regarding preparation for Tropical Storm Idalia, contact United Way 211.
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Special to Lake Okeechobee News
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8/29/23
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Safe harbor lockages began on Monday, Aug. 28, 2023 to allow...
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Special to Lake Okeechobee News
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8/28/23
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Circumstances may require you to evacuate your home at a moment’s notice or hunker down...
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By Nelly Nelson
UF/IFAS | 8/26/23 |
The next sales tax holiday period begins on August 26 and ends on September 8.
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BY Lourdes Mederos
UF/IFAS | 8/26/23 |
As we head into Hurricane Season, Southwest Floridians need to be on their toes as door-to-door scammers
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Special to Caloosa Belle Independent
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7/19/23
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The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) encourages small businesses...
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Special to Lake Okeechobee News
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6/26/23
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Hurricane season starts June 1. Hendry County Emergency Management offers a wealth of information about safety, shelters ...
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Special to Caloosa Belle Independent
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5/17/23
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Hendry County Emergency has information for individuals that may require a special needs shelter during a hurricane ...
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Special to Caloosa Belle Independent
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5/16/23
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Homeowners and property managers often overlook one piece of post-storm maintenance – paint.
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By Dan Miles
Paint Division Manager Sunshine Ace Hardware | 5/16/23 |