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HURRICANE NEWS


OPERATION BLUE ROOF EXTENDED

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Featured


WHAT'S REALLY FUELING HARMFUL ALGAE IN LAKE AND ESTUARIES?

Study finds nitrogen from human waste increases severity of algae blooms ...


WHO IS HELPING CARRY YOUR BRICKS?

"Who is helping you carry the bricks?" asks veteran Gregg Maynard.


DOLLY HAND CULTURAL ARTS CENTER PRESENTS 43RD SEASON

The Dolly Hand Cultural Arts Center, 1977 SW College Drive, Belle Glade, has
announced shows for their 43rd Professional Guest Artist Series.


PREACHER'S DAUGHTER WRITES BOOKS BASED ON HER DAD'S LIFE

The daughter of a local pastor just published her first book in a series based
on the stories her father...
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Community


LEGION HOSTS QUARTERS FOR A CAUSE

On Tuesday, Nov. 19, American Legion Post 64, will host Quarters for a Cause to
help a young Eagle Scout...


BOY DRESSES UP AS DOCTOR FOR HALLOWEEN

Meet "Dr. Garcia" a seven-year-old who decided to dress up...


FPL TO EXTEND DEADLINE FOR $50,000 CLASSROOM MAKEOVER GRANT APPLICATIONS

As many communities continue to recover from the impacts of Hurricanes Helene
and Milton...

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Lake Okeechobee

Lake O has crested and started to recede
Lake O rises as storm water continues to drain south
Helicopters to spray herbicide on 700 acre cattail marsh


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Current conditions
Observed from: Okeechobee County Airport
Light Rain Fog/Mist, 79 °F
A 20 percent chance of showers after 11pm. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 75.
East southeast wind around 10 mph, with gusts as high as 25 … Get the full
forecast

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Lake levels
16.08 feet
Last year: 16.07 feet

Depth given in feet above sea level.
Water Flow Chart


Sports


MARKER WINS AGAIN!




Carol Marker is once again women’s National Champion in Special Olympics Tennis.


BIG LAKE ATHLETE OF THE WEEK: PRESLYNN BAKER




Moore Haven High School senior Preslynn Baker is this week’s Big Lake Athlete of
the Week for her performance with the Lady Terrier varsity volleyball team.


BOYS WIN FIRST KICKBOXING COMPETITION




Eight-year-old Gage Keith (left) and seven-year-old Jonathan Romero (right) of
D&G Kickboxing...

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Human Interest
Couple needs help after tornado takes everything
While most of us go on with our lives as if nothing happened, victims of
Hurricane Milton...

Kenbeek retires after 50 years with Gilbert Chevrolet
After 50 years of dedicated service to Gilbert Chevrolet, as of October 11,
2024, Jim Kenbeek has retired.

Palm Beach State College reopened Friday, Oct. 11
College operations resumed Friday, Oct. 11. 


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Schools
CES students count by 5s and 10s
On Thursday, Oct. 29, students at Central Elementary School had an exciting day
of learning and fun.

EES cafeteria staff serves up fun
On Halloween Day, Thursday, Oct. 31, the cafeteria staff at Everglades
Elementary served up some...

Students and employees recognized at school board meeting
At the Okeechobee County School Board meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 15, 10 students
were recognized...


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Wildlife & Environment
FWC updates panther pulse web page
The FWC has updated the Panther Pulse web page with mortality information
through Oct. 30, 2024 at 8 a.m.

Manatees are on the move – go slow and look out below
November is Manatee Awareness Month and the Florida Fish and Wildlife
Conservation Commission (FWC)...


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Government
SR 70 road work causes traffic delays
OKEECHOBEE -- Drivers who regularly travel State Road 70 should expect delays.

Lakeside Estates development plans 'on the 5-yard line'
Plans are moving forward on a development of up to 1,300 homes near Buckhead
Ridge.

County considers allowing backyard chickens in residential areas
Okeechobee County may allow backyard chickens in residential areas under a
proposed ordinance...


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Police/Fire
Okeechobee Arrest Report
The following individuals were arrested on felony or driving under the influence
(DUI) charges...

Okeechobee Correctional Institution wins third place in competition
Eight top qualifying Florida Department of Corrections (FDC) K9 tracking teams
gathered from across the state to exhibit their superior tracking abilities in
Chinsegut …


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Opinion
How political stress affects children’s mental health
As America internalizes the results of an intense election cycle, mental health
experts are sounding the alarm on an often-overlooked issue...

Learn more about the Blood Roundup
During November, be sure to tune in for the Tuesday interviews on Okeechobee’s
radio station, WOKC...

It's almost time for the Blood Roundup!
It’s coming, it’s coming ... The Okeechobee Blood Roundup is coming.  MARK YOUR
CALENDAR! This 19 th Annual blood drive will be held Saturday and Sunday, Nov.
23 and 24, at the …


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Hurricane News
MARC is set up at the library to help with disaster recovery
If you are in need of help after the recent hurricane and its accompanying
tornadoes, turn to your local library.

FWC addressing hundreds of vessels displaced by Hurricanes Helene and Milton
Florida is a haven for boaters and is recognized as “The Boating Capital of the
World.”


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Adopt A Pet


CALOOSA HUMANE SOCIETY SEEKS FOREVER HOMES FOR PETS

Tuesday, October 15

The Caloosa Humane Society has a mix of adorable dogs and cats who are in need
of loving families!


ADOPT A PET: MEET CASPER

Monday, February 19

This Handsome boy is CASPER #2309129. He has been at the shelter for over six
months.


CALOOSA HUMANE SOCIETY PRESENTS PETS OF THE WEEK

Monday, January 22

This week’s Pets of the Week are a mix of adorable dogs and cats.


ADOPT A PET: MEET MAX

Monday, January 8

I'm a handsome sweet boy looking and wishing for my forever home with you.  

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Veterans


WELCOME HOME CENTENARIAN, BROTHERS AND ALL HONOR FLIGHT HEROES

Saturday, November 2, Southeast Florida Honor Flight volunteers will be
escorting a full load of veterans on the free trip of a lifetime as the final
Honor Flight of 2024 takes off for a daylong trip …



VETERANS INVITED FOR BREAKFAST IN THE PARK

All veterans are invited to come and share breakfast together in Veterans'
Memorial Park on Oct. 11...


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Agriculture
While hurricanes are on your mind, get your septic system inspected
Hurricanes Helene and Milton left many homeowners with flooded septic tanks.

Turfgrass troubleshooter: Dr. Harmon’s mission to support Florida’s industry
Dr. Philip Harmon is a plant pathology professor and extension specialist at the
University of Florida (UF), specializing in warm season turfgrasses...

‘Cutting-edge science’ from UF/IFAS Extension helps farmer preserve water, other
parts of his ecosystem
For about 20 years, Colin Furness and his family have bred and raised miniature
cattle and donkeys, and specialized...


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Health


TRICARE TEMPORARILY SUSPENDS PHYSICIAN REFERRALS DUE TO HURRICANES

FALLS CHURCH, Virginia – The Defense Health Agency, on Oct. 15, announced
TRICARE Prime beneficiaries in 16 Florida counties may see any provider without
a referral from their primary care …



PROFESSIONALS FOCUS ON BREAST CANCER PREVENTION

At their Oct. 17 meeting, Okeechobee County Commissioners issued a proclamation
highlighting the importance of prevention.



HURRICANE STORM SURGE CHURNED LAKE O

Hurricane Milton's winds churned Lake Okeechobee Oct. 9 and 10,  pushing the
lake water up against the side of the dike in a storm surge. …



PROTECT YOUR LUNGS AS YOU CLEAN UP STORM DEBRIS

 The American Lung Association is issuing the following health guidance as 
Florida assesses and responds to the damage inflicted by Hurricane Milton and
multiple tornadoes. Post-hurricane …


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Business
Healthy Start Feast to Thanks Food Drive underway
Happy November, everyone. With the season of giving upon us, we’re excited to
kick off our Healthy Start Feast...

Florida gasoline supplies are recovering after Hurricane Milton
Florida gas prices are holding steady as the fuel supply chain recovers from the
effects of Hurricane Milton.

Copart is back at work reclaiming vehicles in the wake of hurricane
Copart  first came on the scene in Okeechobee after Hurricane Ian.


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Traffic & Road Work

FLORIDA GAS PRICES FELL 13 CENTS LAST WEEK

Florida gas prices are falling. The state average declined 13 cents per gallon
last week


OKEECHOBEE COUNTY ROAD WATCH FOR WEEK BEGINNING NOV. 4

Road Watch report for Okeechobee County for the week of Monday, Nov. 4.
Motorists are reminded...


CONSTRUCTION PROJECTED TO BE FINISHED IN DECEMBER

If you were hoping the construction in front of Walmart would finish soon, you
will be disappointed to hear...

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AAA: FLORIDA GASOLINE SUPPLIES AND PRICES STABILIZE

Florida gasoline supplies have stabilized and pump prices are holding steady.


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State

TRUMP RECEIVES CONGRATULATIONS AND AN INVITATION TO THE WHITE HOUSE AS BIDEN
NUDGES ON TRANSITION

Donald Trump spent his first day as president-elect receiving congratulatory
phone calls from his defeated opponent, world leaders and President Joe Biden as
he began the process of turning his …


NEWTEKONE: Q3 EARNINGS SNAPSHOT

BOCA RATON, Fla. (AP) — BOCA RATON, Fla. (AP) — NewtekOne, Inc. (NEWT) on
Wednesday reported third-quarter profit of $11.9 million. The Boca Raton,
Florida-based company said it had net …


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National & World

UK IDENTIFIES 4 CASES OF NEW MPOX VARIANT, THE FIRST CLUSTER OUTSIDE AFRICA

British health officials say they have identified four cases of the new, more
infectious version of mpox that first emerged in Congo, marking the first time
the variant has caused a cluster of …


UK DOCTOR GETS 31 YEARS FOR POISONING MOTHER'S PARTNER WITH FAKE COVID VACCINE

A British doctor who was disgruntled about his inheritance and injected his
mother’s boyfriend with poison presented as a COVID-19 vaccine has been
sentenced to 31 years in prison. Dr. Thomas Kwan …


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Top Trending Stories


OHS STUDENT ARRESTED ON CAMPUS

An Okeechobee teen was arrested last week after a K-9 officer alerted to the
vehicle he drove to school.


OKEECHOBEE ARREST REPORT

The following individuals were arrested on felony or driving under the influence
(DUI) charges...

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HURRICANE NEWS

 * * WM CONTRIBUTES $1 MILLION TO SUPPORT HURRICANE RELIEF EFFORTS
     
     WM is focused on helping communities thrive, and over the last several
     weeks, its teams across the Southeast U.S.

 * * MULTI-AGENCY RESOURCE CENTER IS OPEN IN OKEECHOBEE
     
     The MARC connects residents of Okeechobee County who experienced damage or
     loss because of Hurricane Milton...

 * * BBB WARNING: PRICE GOUGING IS ILLEGAL IN FLORIDA
     
     People often find that the cost of high-demand items and services skyrocket
     after a hurricane.
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