Jahner ‘honored’ to be elected to school board
OKEECHOBEE — After being elected to the Okeechobee County School Board by Okeechobee voters on Aug. 28, Melisa Jahner said she appreciates the community for putting their trust in her. “I would like to say thank you to my community for [...]
Okeechobee County Arrest Report, 9-21-18
The following individuals were arrested on felony or driving under the influence (DUI) charges [...]
Pete Clemons was iconic cowboy
OKEECHOBEE — The Okeechobee community was saddened this week by the passing of Pete Clemons, [...]
Septic tanks contribute to nutrient overload in waterways
OKEECHOBEE — A potential source of water pollution could be in your backyard. Nationwide [...]
Lake still suffering from Hurricane Irma damage
OKEECHOBEE — In September 2017, Hurricane Irma churned the waters of the big lake, ripped [...]
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South Florida dairy farmers fight for survival amidst low milk prices
OKEECHOBEE — A year ago this week dairy farmers around Lake Okeechobee were emerging from their homes in the aftermath of Hurricane Irma [...] - More »
- WM and Home Depot helps save the bees
- Jiu-Jitsu school opens in downtown Okeechobee
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Community Events for Okeechobee
Community events … Help save lives by donating blood The need for blood donations doesn’t stop for summer vacations. If you are in good [...] - More »
- Pete Clemons was iconic cowboy
- Davis wins Powerlifting World Championship
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Okeechobee County Arrest Report, 9-21-18
The following individuals were arrested on felony or driving under the influence (DUI) charges by the Okeechobee County Sheriff’s Office (OCSO), [...] - More »
- Woman arrested on DUI faces additional charges
- Alleged burglar found with feather-less sandals
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MEGACON: A geek’s playground
For most people, Memorial Day weekends means loading the kids up in the family car and trekking to one of Orlando’s multitude of theme parks. For [...] - More »
- Ink Fusion Empire brings tattoo artistry to MEGACON and more
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Dog park proposed near sheriff’s office
OKEECHOBEE — Okeechobee dog owners may soon have a new place to take their dogs to run and play with other dogs. At the Sept. 13 meeting of [...] - More »
- Bass Pro gets extension on Okee-Tantie review
- New business proposed for industrial park
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FDEP answers questions about algal blooms
What is blue-green algae? Blue-green algae, or cyanobacteria, is a type of algae found naturally in freshwater environments. This algae is a [...] - More »
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Septic tanks contribute to nutrient overload in waterways
OKEECHOBEE — A potential source of water pollution could be in your backyard. Nationwide about 20 percent of American homes use Onsite [...] - More »
- Lake still suffering from Hurricane Irma damage
- ‘Haters’ blame farmers for algae blooms
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OMF Participation Row featured local nonprofits
OKEECHOBEE — Fans attending the 2018 Okeechobee Music Festival, March 1-4 at Sunshine Grove in northeastern Okeechobee, had a chance to [...] - More »
- Warrior Center recycles camping gear left by festival fans
- Most residents supportive of Music Festival
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Agricultural BMPs ARE protecting water resources
Best Management Practices help reduce the nutrient load in runoff from farms and ranches. - More »
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Jahner ‘honored’ to be elected to school board
OKEECHOBEE — After being elected to the Okeechobee County School Board by Okeechobee voters on Aug. 28, Melisa Jahner said she appreciates [...] - More »
- School board plans to define medical marijuana policy
- Non-profit gives away school supplies to every student in Everglades Elementary
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OHS Bass Club kicks off new season on Orange Lake
OKEECHOBEE — The Okeechobee High School Bass Club will be hitting the waters of Orange Lake on Sept. 9 to kick off the 2018-19 season of [...] - More »
- Big Lake Athlete of the Week: Joy Whipple
- After 11-year drought, Okeechobee Shockwaves bring home trophy
