Lake Okeechobee News - Clewiston

06/24/2026

Black bears are not generally aggressive, but if they feel threatened, they can become defensive.
https://www.lakeonews.com/clewiston/stories/bears-in-your-area-follow-these-tips,86529?

Juvenile black bears may be seen in unexpected areas this time of year as they leave their mothers’ home ranges...

06/24/2026

Following are some tips for what to do and NOT to do when it comes to pool preparation before and after a hurricane.

In the frenzy of preparing for an impending hurricane, many of those with residential pools overlook steps needed to prepare the pool for a major storm.

06/24/2026

Tips for what to do once the storm has passed.

If you evacuated, don’t return home until local officials have declared that it is safe to enter your community and you have the supplies you will need.

06/24/2026

The FWC has updated the Panther Pulse web page with mortality information through June 23, 2026, at 5 p.m.

06/23/2026

Blue Oyster Cult to play at Brighton Casino ...
https://lakeonews.com/stories/blue-oyster-cult-set-for-seminole-brighton-bay-hotel-casino-dec-5,86516?

Blue Oyster Cult is coming to Seminole Brighton Bay Hotel & Casino on Saturday, Dec. 5 at 8 p.m.

06/23/2026

Clewiston Rotary News...
https://lakeonews.com/stories/clewiston-rotary-announces-otarian-of-the-year-and-new-president,86519?

Monday, June 23 was a day of celebration and new beginnings for the Clewiston Rotary Club!

06/23/2026

Kids need water often when playing outdoors because their bodies do not cool down as efficiently as adults’ bodies do.
https://www.lakeonews.com/clewiston/stories/simple-smart-ways-to-help-kids-stay-safe-and-hydrated-this-summer,86518?

Summer means long days outside, from camp drop-offs and neighborhood bike rides to pool time...

06/23/2026

https://lakeonews.com/stories/as-america-celebrates-250-years-agriculture-remains-a-national-priority,86514?

Two hundred and fifty years ago, the United States was founded on the idea that free people, given opportunity, could build a better life for themselves and their families

06/22/2026

https://www.lakeonews.com/stories/untitled,86500?

The Great Florida Cattle Drive will return in 2031, according to information shared by the organizing committee.

06/22/2026

United Way needs help ...
https://lakeonews.com/stories/united-way-asking-for-community-support-to-fill-funding-gap,86499?

United Way of Lee, Hendry, and Glades’ annual campaign to support local families, individuals and nonprofit partner agencies during times of need has been a mainstay in Southwest Florida for nearly …