One tree can start a forest, One bird can herald spring, One smile can begin a friendship, One hand can lift a soul, One star can guide a ship at sea, One word can frame the goal, One vote can change the nation, One sunbeam can light a room, One candle can wipe out darkness, One laugh can conquer gloom, One hope can raise our spirits, One touch can show you care, One voice can wake up everybody, One life can make the difference. Be that One! Happy Thursday Michele Bell, PIO

We received information from an Okeechobee citizen that received a phone call from “(904)328-5634”; the caller claimed they were seeking donations for the Florida Sheriff and State Police PBA. The citizen advised the caller he knew that the Florida Sheriff and State Police PBA would not call and that it was a scam. The caller immediately hung up. BEWARE OF SCAMS! Michele Bell, PIO

(Not actual trailer, picture for likeness only) 16” “Big Tex” black car hauler Loading ramps on sides VIN #16VCX1625H3025613 Trailer stolen from Lehman Trailer Sales, 265 Hwy 98 North, between November 25 and November 27, 2017. If you have any information, contact Detective Sport Pickering, (863)763-3117, ext. 5117, regarding Case #17S26325. No further information. Michele Bell, PIO

Wanted to share this Cherokee parable… An old Cherokee chief was teaching his grandson about life… “A fight is going on inside me,” he said to the boy. “It is a terrible fight and it is between two wolves. One is evil – he is anger, envy, sorrow, regret, greed, arrogance, self-pity, guilt, resentment, inferiority, lies, false pride, superiority, self-doubt and ego. The other is good – he is joy, peace, love, hope, serenity, humility, kindness, benevolence, empathy, generosity

The Sheriff’s Office has been inundated with complaints from residents about speeders in residential areas, and areas where children gather such as school zones, parks and playgrounds. Motorists are reminded that if there is not a speed limit in a residential area, the speed limit is 30 mph. Driving safely is important all year long but especially during the holidays when children are out of school. Whether or not you have children, you must learn how to drive when they’re ar

Kindness makes you the most beautiful person in the world, no matter what you look like. Always be kind! Have an amazing day. Michele Bell, PIO

ROAD CLOSURE: NOVEMBER 28, 2017, FROM 9AM-4PM NW 80TH CT IN DIXIE RANCH WILL BE CLOSED. NOVEMBER 29, 2017, FROM 9AM-5PM NE 48TH AVE IN FRONT OF THE AGRI CIVIC CENTER THE ROAD WILL BE CLOSED For more information, contact the road department Michele Bell, PIO

Think about this as you start your week… An 80 year old man was sitting on the sofa in his house along with his 45years old highly educated son. Suddenly a crow perched on their window. The Father asked his Son, “What is this?” The Son replied “It is a crow”. After a few minutes, the Father asked his Son the 2nd time, “What is this?” The Son said “Father, I have just now told you “It’s a crow”. After a little while, the old Father again asked his Son the 3rd time, “What is th

Thanksgiving Prayer Heavenly Father, on Thanksgiving Day We bow our hearts to You and pray. We give You thanks for all You've done Especially for the gift of Jesus, Your Son. For beauty in nature, Your glory we see For joy and health, friends and family, For daily provision, Your mercy and care These are the blessings You graciously share. So today we offer this response of praise With a promise to follow You all of our days. (Mary Fairchild) Happy Thanksgiving! Miche

Our favorite cookie maker came and made our day. Thank you Ms. Kay Marie Shireman!