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July heat makes water conservation challenging
18+ hour, 47+ min ago (451+ words) July in Florida means soaring temperatures, afternoon thunderstorms and grass that seems to always need watering. FLORIDA " July in Florida means soaring temperatures, afternoon thunderstorms and grass that seems to always need watering. While it can be tempting to turn…...
United Way VITA program generates $13. 5 million in savings for Southwest Florida families
18+ hour, 52+ min ago (246+ words) FORT MYERS " In a powerful demonstration of community collaboration, United Way of Lee, Hendry, and Glades" Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program generated more than $13. 5 million in total economic impact for Southwest Florida during the 2026 tax season. A dedicated team…...
Smart irrigation helps conserve water year-round
19+ hour, 10+ min ago (447+ words) Smart Irrigation Month begins on July 1, serving as an important reminder that small changes can make a big difference for your landscape, your wallet and our natural resources. DID YOU KNOW: Approximately 50 percent of residential water is used for irrigation....
BBB warns businesses about rising website privacy demand letters
19+ hour, 22+ min ago (265+ words) While these legal claims are real, many businesses report receiving demand letters seeking quick financial settlements rather than lengthy court proceedings. Small and medium-sized businesses are particularly vulnerable because they often lack in-house legal or compliance resources to fight back....
From fields to space farming, new tool detects crop drought stress before it's visible
23+ hour, 2+ min ago (18+ words) Lake Okeechobee News...
The Education Foundation of Okeechobee showcases "Start The Sprout" initiative
18+ hour, 58+ min ago (241+ words) OKEECHOBEE " The Education Foundation of Okeechobee is showcasing its Start The Sprout initiative, an effort to merge the local business and early learning communities to boost Okeechobee County's kindergarten readiness rate. The initiative aims to work directly with business owners,…...
Teen accuses deputy of misconduct
1+ day, 19+ hour ago (164+ words) Lake Okeechobee News These columns list arrests and not convictions, unless otherwise stated. Anyone listed here who is later found not guilty or has had the charges against them dropped is welcome to inform this newspaper. The information will be…...
U. S. Postal Service will be closed in observance of Independence Day, July 4
2+ day, 4+ hour ago (295+ words) The U. S. Postal Service will observe Independence Day on Saturday, July 4, TAMPA " The U. S. Postal Service will observe Independence Day on Saturday, July 4. All Post Office locations will be closed. Regular mail delivery and retail services will resume on Monday, July 6. Post…...
DOH-Hendry/Glades offices close in honor of America's 250th birthday
1+ day, 23+ hour ago (176+ words) Lake Okeechobee News DOH-Hendry/Glades offices close in honor of America's 250th birthday Join our family of readers for as little as $10 per month and support local, unbiased journalism. To Our Valued Readers " Our commitment to balanced, fair reporting and local…...
LMS FFA attends their first FFA State Convention and Expo
3+ day, 1+ hour ago (141+ words) Lake Okeechobee News LMS FFA attends their first FFA State Convention and Expo La Belle Middle School FFA chapter officially took on the 98th Annual Florida FFA State Convention and Expo Join our family of readers for as little as $10 per…...