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Hey Okeechobee County, hope your weekâs off to a good start!
In todayâs edition: 75th Cowtown Rodeo, Boots On. Hearts United., and this wild house + fun things to do for free & local fundraisers worth checking out this week.
Todayâs sponsor, American Hartford Gold, is helping folks around Okeechobee County protect their savings as gold and silver continue to gain momentum. Their free guide explains whatâs driving the surge⊠and what to know before adding precious metals to your portfolio. Grab your free copy here.
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đ° In the news
Illuminating a proud legacy: Okeechobeeâs NSDAR chapter marked its 31st birthday on February 14 and honored the mayor. The next meeting will be held March 14 at Our Villageâs Center for Arts and Education — read the chapter’s history.
Safety reminders and project updates: Okeechobee drivers can expect work zones next week with FDOT Road Watch for March 9 on US 441 at NE 50th Drive, US 98, and SR 70 causing lane closures — see what’s planned this week.
Seasonal outflow plan proposed: The Army Corps released a draft manual for the C-44 Reservoir and treatment area to manage Lake Okeechobee flows to the St. Lucie. Public comment is open until March 11 — get all the details.
Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. Itâs super affordable â and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.
Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175/month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.
Highlights this week:
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đ Gold and silver are heating up
Together with our sponsor American Hartford Gold
Gold just posted its strongest run in decades⊠and the momentum is carrying into 2026. Silver has become one of the most talked-about assets as investors look for ways to stay ahead of market volatility.
While many are still sitting on the sidelines, others are quietly repositioning.
If youâre wondering whether youâre missing something, AHG has a free guide explaining whatâs driving the renewed interest⊠and how investors are approaching precious metals right now.
Itâs free and worth reading before the next move.
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𫶠We got your back
Pasta night, solved: When the carb craving hits, Regal Pizza & Restaurant keeps it simple and satisfying with baked ziti, penne alla vodka, spaghetti with clam sauce, and garlic-knot backup. A steady neighborhood staple for true fork-twirling comfort, without leaving Okeechobee.
Closet pickâmeâup: If your wardrobe needs a little joy, Lillies & Lace Boutique brings new arrivals weekly, from cute shoes and jewelry to easy outfits youâll wear on repeat. Even a five-minute browse can reset your mood… you might leave feeling, well, kinda fabulous.
Tension? Meet its match: If your shoulders are auditioning for boulder status, a massage at Body Therapy Massage & Wellness is the reset you’ve been missing. Local, low-key, and focused on real relief, itâs a simple swap: one session can mean a noticeably lighter you.
Thinning hair? It only gets worse: A few months ago, I noticed my ponytail getting thinner. I tried the usual stuff (biotin, shampoo, etc.) but mostly just hoped it would fix itself⊠until I learned that active follicles can permanently go dormant if you donât do something about it. The good news? You can get treatment that actually works with no office visits or trips to the pharmacy. Learn more about my favorite online options here.
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đ Free events worth checking out
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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.
đ§ Trivia Night @ Beef ‘O’ Brady’s Okeechobee | Thursday (3/5) at 7:00 PM â Think you know more 80s lyrics and presidents than the next table? Grab your smartest friends for Thursday trivia at Beef ‘O’ Brady’s, free to play with phone answers, image and music rounds, prizes, and feel smug without yelling at Jeopardy.
đ©ș 2nd Annual Health Fair @ Douglas Brown Community Center | Saturday (4/4) at 11:00 AM â Nothing beats checking off your health to-do list with neighbors and free stuff. Swing by the health fair for free screenings for blood pressure, blood sugar, STD and HIV, plus mammograms, mental health and autism resources, parenting tips, and even clothing and canned goods.
âš Upcoming local fundraisers
đ Champions Gala @ More 2 Life Ministries | Friday (3/6) at 6:00 PM â More 2 Life is hosting a gala that actually does something. Help send students to summer camp and power local missions all year, then know the impact lasts longer than dessert. Skip the scroll, snag tickets or a table, and back the next generation.
đą Boots On. Hearts United. @ Freedom Ranch | Saturday (3/28) at 5:30 PM â Boots on, hearts open, our townâs rallying behind a new Mission United fundraiser supporting local veterans and their families. Jam In Biscuits brings the tunes, the Sheriff serves Okeechobee-style BBQ with all the fixins, and you bring that neighborly charm you swear you still have.
đ DGWS Outreach 5K Walk/Run @ Okeechobee County Agri-Civic Center & Fairgrounds | Friday (4/3) at 7:30 AM â Lace up, stretch the good knee, and join the DGWS Outreach 5K, a walk or run that feels doable. You get fresh air, feel-good points, and every step helps fund the Daron G. Washington Sr. Memorial Scholarship for seniors, so bring a buddy.
đ€ 2026 Rhinestone & Rodeo Gala @ S & G Family Venue | Saturday (4/18) at 6:00 PM â Think your boots remember how to two-step? This rhinestone-friendly gala serves dinner, dancing, and a live and silent auction that funds good work, not just small talk. Be the hero who sponsors a table, or snag tickets at https://peace-lutheran-gala.square.site/.
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar â
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đ„ Worth a peek
Weâre always on the hunt for useful resources, deals, services, and products we think youâll love. Hereâs what caught our eye this week.
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đ» Okeechobee County report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 81°F – Low: 63°F – Precip: 17%
A slight chance of rain showers between 1pm and 2pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 81. East northeast wind 5 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 63. East northeast wind 5 to 10 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 83°F – Low: 63°F – Precip: 27%
A chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 83. East wind 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. Later: A chance of rain showers before 7pm. Partly cloudy, with a low around 63. East wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%.
Someone Googled you this week đ
It may feel like an invasion of privacy, but unfortunately Itâs the new normal. Whether youâre joining a committee, selling something locally, dating again, or just meeting new neighbors⊠people are going to look you up online.
Like it or not, the internet has a way of surfacing past mistakes and outdated information that no longer reflects who you are.
Thankfully, thereâs a really easy way for you â or someone you care about â to clean up outdated results that no longer tell the real story. Learn more here.
This house is wild
This two-story 3-bed, 3-bath in Indian Hammock sits on a private cul-de-sac with no road frontage. Two primary suites headline a game room with pool table and bar, an outdoor patio bar and grill, dining, and an office. The gated 3,600-acre community offers an airstrip, fitness center, courts, shooting ranges, equestrian arena, barns, and 125 miles of riding trails.
Take a peek inside â
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