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Collier County Deputies, CSD Ahrens and Corporal Johnny Cisnero stopped to have their photo taken with the famous “LOVE LIFE” sign that Steve Fugate wears above his head while he walks.
The Love-Life Guy walks for panthers and people
LABELLE - Steve Fugate has walked across the U.S. eight times. He is known as the original “LOVE LIFE” guy, who has logged over 30,000 miles with his LOVE LIFE sign. “Love Life … more
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Betty (left) accepts a check from Stu Taylor and Tamara Auiler on behalf of Trail of Hope.
Memorial ride benefits local non-profits
A memorial ride in honor of Dale Reiss was held on Jan. 30. more
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Retired surgeon writes memoir
After 50 years as a surgeon, Dr. Ramon L Carroll, who is now retired, has written a memoir more
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Carol Marker not only plays several sports, she also loves to bake.
Local girl wins Special Olympic title
Carol Marker won the Okeechobee County title in the Special Olympic Tennis County Games. more
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Lilly Mobley competes with an Aurora variation.
Students do well in ballet competition
Two local students competed with hundreds of students from around Florida at The Universal Ballet Competition. more
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An American Robin seen at Bo Pelham Park in Clewiston.
Seasonal snowbird traffic increases
Throughout Hendry and Glades counties, many local birdwatchers have begun spotting the “snowbirds.” more
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Midwest Food Bank of Florida February Fundraiser now live
The auction contains over eighty diverse items to suit all budgets and interests, including a one-week luxury house rental more
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Arnold's Wildlife Rescue recently released 10 raccoons, seven opossums and two skunks on Waste Management property.
Rehabilitated animals are released back to the wild
Arnold's Wildlife recently released animals on Waste Management property. more
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Florida PSC and FTRI discuss new technology use to benefit Floridians with speech or hearing disabilities
On Feb. 16, the Florida Public Service Commission (PSC) met with Florida Telecommunications Relay, Inc. (FTRI) representatives... more
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Surrounded by friends and family, Zelda Mixon celebrates her 95th birthday.
Inspiring Okeechobee: Raulerson descendant turns 95
The oldest living descendant of Louisiana and Peter Raulerson celebrated her 95th birthday. more
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Serious about You Sidewalk Ministry meets at Kiwanis Park at 10 a.m. each Saturday.
Sidewalk ministry has relocated
Serious about You Sidewalk Ministry has relocated to Kiwanis Park. more
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Family holds fundraiser after Valentine’s Day fire
LABELLE - A family’s Breana Ct. home caught fire Sunday, February 14.  more
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Linda Hazellief is known to friends and family as Ms. MacGyver.
Inspiring Okeechobee: Linda Hazellief is a jack of all trades
We know her now as a One Blood recruiter, but Linda Hazellief has had many unusual occupations. more
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Gwen Patrick Griffiths as a baby.
Muckstepper, an oral history
CLEWISTON - Retired science teacher Gwen Patrick Griffiths shares her knowledge of Harlem’s history. more
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The Windhams are dedicated to keeping their neighborhood clean.
Couple keeps Dixie Ranch Acres clean
The Windhams make every effort to keep their Dixie Ranch Acres neighborhood clean. more
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Jeff Brown wore a mask before wearing a mask was cool.
UPS man retires after 26 years in Okeechobee
After 26 years serving the community of Okeechobee, UPS driver Jeff Brown has retired. more
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Bald eagle and chicks spotted near Pahokee
A Bald Eagle was photographed with two young chicks in the nest on Feb. 10 south of culvert 12 at Herbert Hoover Dike... more
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FWC virtual meeting Feb. 25-26 open to the public
This meeting is being held by communications media technology, specifically using Adobe Connect more
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Florida Highway Patrol provides low visibility safety tips
Visibility can change within seconds, so use caution when driving in low visibility as wildfires, smoke, fog and heavy rain more
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A sign along U.S. Highway 27 welcomes traffic as they enter Clewiston.
Should Highway 27 be renamed in honor of Trump?
CLEWISTON - Political division is not uncommon these days, and in the small town of Clewiston, a whole new reason to argue has cropped up. Residents of Clewiston have had serious, sometimes heated, … more
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