Lake Okeechobee News - Belle Glade

10/08/2026

“Cancer patients and survivors, including children, from across Florida rely on high community-level vaccination rates to be protected from ...
https://www.lakeonews.com/belle-glade/stories/proposed-changes-to-immunization-requirements-for-florida-schools-put-cancer-patients-and-survivors,88719?

Thursday, Oct. 8, the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) provided testimony opposing...

10/07/2026

Bite Diary, is a temporary smartphone-based app and allows people to report when and where participants were bitten by mosquitoes.
https://www.lakeonews.com/belle-glade/stories/uf-mosquito-research-exposes-unexpected-discovery-on-what-is-in-your-yard,88644?

Your backyard can be a place where people encounter mosquitoes capable of transmitting dengue …

10/07/2026

🚨SCAM ALERT: Please spread the word. Scammers are calling residents, falsely claiming to be captains with the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office and using the names of Captain Todd Baer and Captain Randy Foley. They may tell you that you need to appear in court or pay money. Please don’t believe them. Don’t pay and don’t provide any personal information. Just hang up.

Most importantly, share this with your loved ones, especially older adults and those who may be more vulnerable to scams. A quick warning could prevent someone from becoming a victim. If you’re ever unsure whether a communication from PBSO is legitimate, call our non-emergency number directly to verify, (561) 688-3400.

10/07/2026

SOUTH BAY AFTER 4 IS HERE!

Hey South Bay families! Get ready for an exciting new opportunity for our youth!

The City of South Bay is proud to introduce SOUTH BAY AFTER 4, a new youth after-school program designed to give students a safe, positive, and engaging place to learn, grow, connect, and belong!

FOR STUDENTS IN GRADES 6–8
Starting October 20, 2026
Monday–Thursday
4:00 PM – 6:30 PM
Tanner Park: 105 Palm Beach Rd., South Bay, FL 33493

Exciting activities include Game Nights, Arts & Crafts, Dance Sessions, Life Skills, Field Trips, Youth Group Discussions, Sports Activities and Mentorship & Leadership Opportunities

This is more than an after-school program, it's an investment in the future of South Bay's youth! Parents & guardians, help your student be part of something positive!

10/07/2026

‼️‼️‼️ The AYSO youth soccer ⚽️ registration will take place Oct. 16-24 at First Baptist Church in Belle Glade for kids ages 4 through 8th grade. Soccer games will be held January 9-March 13. If Your child is interested, or if you know of a kid that is interested, please share this information with them! The excitement is always high at the soccer field on game day - make sure that your kid is registered so that they can compete while at the same time learn the game and have a great time with other kids!

10/07/2026

Come out to learn about what’s happening at our hospital and what plans are on the horizon for our hospital. Be prepared to meet doctors and administrators and ask any questions that you might have.

10/07/2026

HEY, GLADES RESIDENTS!
A Free Tree Giveaway will be held on Saturday, October 24, at 10am at Pioneer Park! First come-first served. Inventory is limited - only 2 trees per household! Don’t miss it! MARK YOUR CALENDARS NOW!

10/07/2026

THIS EVENING! Be present so you can hear from subject-matter experts about Amendment 3 and what is at stake. Ask questions. This is about being an informed voter before you go to the voting poll. Bring your neighbors and friends for this very important forum!

10/05/2026

USACE to discuss progress of Everglades restoration
https://www.lakeonews.com/belle-glade/stories/usace-to-host-bi-annual-informational-meeting-on-all-phases-of-the-cepp,88627?

10/05/2026

USPS released new stamps featuring squirrels and chipmunks
https://www.lakeonews.com/belle-glade/stories/squirrels-chipmunks-in-snow-stamps-scurry-into-post-offices,88628?