š± What Moore Haven residents should do about Lake Okeechobeeās algae alert
Moore Haven, Florida Patch AM: a 3 min readGood morning Moore Haven! Your connection to what's happening around town is here. Take a sip of coffee and read on. āļøļø
In today's newsletter:
- What Moore Haven residents should do about Lake Okeechobeeās algae alert
- Can Moore Haven bounce back in next weekās home football game?
Also on today's calendar: Gateway Charter at Moore Haven and 3 more events.
Today's riddle: What do you call cows dancing in the dark š¤ (Answer below!)
- Saturday: Humid; an afternoon t-storm, with a high of 88 and low of 72 degrees. š¶ Hot!
- Sunday: Humid; a p.m. t-storm or two, temps: high: 87, low: 72.
- Monday: Humid; a p.m. t-storm or two, with a high of 88 and low of 74 degrees.
š° News we're reading
ā¢ DOH-Glades issues blue green algae health alert for Lake Okeechobee (lakeonews.com) ā Residents in and around Moore Haven are being warned about harmful blueāgreen algae toxins detected in Lake Okeechobee after recent testing, and are urged to avoid contact with discolored or foulāsmelling water. Health officials outline how to protect yourself, pets, and livestock, explain the risks of exposure, and share where to report suspected blooms or related illnesses. 
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ā¢ GCG Week 5: ECS beats Moore Haven 35-6 to claim second straight win (gulfcoastnewsnow.com) ā Moore Havenās Terriers fell 35-6 to Evangelical Christian School in their Week 5 matchup, despite a few chances to close the gap early. The team now turns its focus to a home game against Lakeland Christian next Friday, aiming to even its record and build momentum in front of local fans. Ā Ā Ā
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Upcoming Events in
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ā Featured events ā
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Moore Haven Food Pantry ā
First Methodist Church Moore Haven, 300 Avenue L, Moore Haven
9:00 am
Wednesday September 23
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Other local events
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MHMHS - HOSA - GULF COAST REGIONAL FALL CONFERENCE
Turner Agri Civic Center, 2250 NE Roan St, Arcadia
6:30 am -
Gateway Charter at Moore Haven ā
700 Terrier Pride Dr., Moore Haven
7:00 pm -
MHES - ADMIN - HISPANIC HERITAGE CLASSROOM TOUR
Moore Haven Elementary School, 401 Terrier Pride Dr SW, Moore Ha
9:00 am -
WGS - PARENT DATA NIGHT #1
West Glades School, 2586 State Hwy 731, LaBelle
6:00 pm -
MHMHS - FFA - CHAPTER OFFICER LEADERSHIP TRAINING
Florida State Fairgrounds, 4800 US-301, Tampa
8:00 am
Tuesday September 29
Wednesday September 30
Thursday October 1
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š Events Nearby
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Brunch After Dark ā
Harlem Civic Center, 7th St, Clewiston
9:00 pm -
Learn & Play Mahjong ā
Clewiston Public Library, 120 W Osceola Avenue, Clewiston
11:00 am -
Chair Yoga ā
Clewiston Youth Center, 110 W Osceola Ave, Clewiston
9:30 am -
Mats for the Cats ā
Clewiston Public Library, 120 W Osceola Avenue, Clewiston
10:00 am -
Gaming Club ā
Clewiston Public Library, 120 W Osceola Avenue, Clewiston
3:30 pm -
LaBelle - School Board Meeting
LaBelle Boardroom
5:30 pm
Saturday September 19
Monday September 21
Tuesday September 22
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š¬ Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Love's Travel Stops & Country Stores posted a job opening for Retail Cashier Part Time in Moore Haven. Apply here.
- Pizza Hut posted a job opening for Team Member in Labelle. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Moore Haven here.
š Nearby News
LaBelle
- LaBelle Drawbridge gets new weight limits: What drivers need to know (winknews.com)
- New Gable Box Die Set (blogspot.com)
- 911 call: What happened before officers shot, killed Lehigh Acres man? (naplesnews.com)
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-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Night Moo-s (Thank you John S. for sending it in!)
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