Pete Clemons was iconic cowboy
OKEECHOBEE — The Okeechobee community was saddened this week by the passing of Pete Clemons, 91. Mr. Clemons died peacefully in his sleep on Sept. 16. Mr. Clemons was a famed former rodeo star, a successful citrus grower and rancher, and the [...]
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 [...]
Dog park proposed near sheriff’s office
OKEECHOBEE — Okeechobee dog owners may soon have a new place to take their dogs to run [...]
Bass Pro gets extension on Okee-Tantie review
OKEECHOBEE — Okeechobee residents may have to wait a little longer to learn Bass Pro’s [...]
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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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Woman arrested on DUI faces additional charges
OKEECHOBEE — An Okeechobee woman who was arrested Sept. 8 and charged with Driving Under the Influence (DUI) faces additional charges, [...] - More »
- Alleged burglar found with feather-less sandals
- Palmetto berry pickers picked up by OCSO
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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
- Be wary and safe during alligators’ active season, FWC advises
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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 »
- Childhood depression: may be more than a passing phase
- Study links phones to increase in teen suicides
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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 »
- Watch for manatees every day
- Why we release water
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School board plans to define medical marijuana policy
OKEECHOBEE — The Okeechobee County School Board is planning to define it’s medical marijuana policy and vote to approve it in one of their [...] - More »
- Non-profit gives away school supplies to every student in Everglades Elementary
- CES students of the Week
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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
