Congratulations to Find Feed & Restore on the groundbreaking of Hannah Grace Gardens!
Hannah Grace Gardens provides affordable housing which allows working families to keep more of their income for other essentials like food, medicine, education, childcare and transportation.
The organization...
On Saturday, Nov. 11, a Veterans Day Tribute was held to honor the men and women who have served or are currently serving in the United States armed forces. The event began at 9:30 am with a parade along...
Since the late 1980s, the Kiwanis Club of Clermont has recognized those who are laid to rest at Oak Hill Cemetery, Clermont by placing a USA flag on each site. The club began recognizing first responders as well in...
By Mrs. Margaret Price, Assistant Dean of Students for Multiculturalism, Leadership, and Student Programs
Lower School K-Kids have been busy serving the MVA community, as well as helping to fill needs in the larger community.
Led by Ms. Kim Schield, a teacher...
Four Beta Theta pledges have officially been installed into Beta Theta- ESA, a service organization that was chartered nearly 45 years ago in Clermont.
Kassier Murry, Patti Carresquillo, Donna Graham and Michele Barnard Pines were welcomed as Beta Theta's newest...
A spotlight was on fashion when the Clermont Woman's Club presented "Salute to Fashion" on November 11.
Community involvement was the key to making this year's fashion show successful! Guru Restaurant & Catering was the main sponsor. Many other community...
The Aspen Institute has named Lake-Sumter State College as one of the 150 institutions eligible to compete for the $1 million Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence, the nation's signature recognition of high achievement and performance among two-year colleges....
Lake County Supervisor of Elections, Alan Hays announced the winner of the 2023 High School Voter Registration Challenge for Lake County Public High Schools during the bi-weekly meeting of the Lake County School Board.
Senior Government Honors and AP Government...
Submitted by The Animal League
Dolce is a handsome black 1 ½ -year-old Labradoodle blend weighing in around 65 pounds. He has a big goofball personality, he’s sweet, playful and a friendly boy with a good amount of energy. He...
For the Middle School Leadership and Service project this quarter, Meera Patel and Sanvhi Gandhi held a fundraiser, Penny Wars, from October 23–27, and raised $797 for the local nonprofit Give Kids the World.
In the Penny Wars fundraiser, each...
Retired Teacher Toni Bell, nicknamed "Ma Bell" by her students, taught thousands of kids over her 30 years as an educator. Today, she is still teaching, though the students are older and the lessons learned are by her example.
In...
Congratulations to our Central Florida Dreamplex, October Terrific Kids!
Terrific Kids is a Kiwanis-sponsored program that supports character building and recognizes students for modifying their behavior to become the best of who they are.
Kiwanis Club of Clermont President Chuck Seaver...
By Rhea Bisht, Sanvhi Gandhi, and Meera Patel, eighth-grade students
Our first stop in Washington, D.C. was the National Museum of American History. There we saw things such as cars and a remake of the bus where Rosa Parks sat....
Article by Chuck Seaver, South Lake Tablet
Clermont National, 2601 Diamond Club Drive, Clermont, officially opened its new driving range and restaurant, "The View" and outside patio, known as "Top of the Hill" on Friday, November 3.
The South Lake...
by Nichole Smith, Montverde Academy
On Saturday, November 4, MVA hosted the Eagle Lego Robotics Scrimmage for 17 middle school robotics teams across Central Florida, including three MVA middle school teams—#Grandma, #Grandpa, and #Uncle. The competition consisted of two parts:...
Let's Talk About specializes in helping individuals, couples, and marriages overcome obstacles that sometimes prevent living a happy and healthy life. While not every issue will have the desired solution, Let's Talk About will work to find a healthy...
Costco Wholesale Warehouse officially opens on November 14. The Warehouse is located on a 20-acre site located on State Road 50 north of Magnolia Pointe-Clermont, next to the Hyundai Dealership.
Costco is a membership-only warehouse club that offers a...
The Community celebrated fall with a day filled with autumn activities at the Annual Harvest Festival hosted by Advent Health on Saturday, October 28 in Downtown Clermont.
Music, costume contests, fall treats, an array of food and beverage vendors, along...
South Lake County Races
CLERMONT CITY COUNCIL SEAT 4
Candidate
Votes
Percent
MYERS
1,877
51.76%
KRZYMINSKI
1,826
48.24%
Updated: 4 minutes ago
100% reporting
MASCOTTE CITY COUNCIL SEAT 5
Candidate
Votes
Percent
BRASHER
109
57.67%
HODGE
80
42.33%
Updated: 4 minutes ago
100% reporting
MINNEOLA CITY COUNCIL SEAT 1
Candidate
Votes
Percent
SERVISS
1,063
68.98%
LUNA
478
31.02%
Updated: 4 minutes ago
100% reporting
MINNEOLA CITY COUNCIL SEAT 3
Candidate
Votes
Percent
KELLEY
828
52.11%
FOCHT
761
47.89%
Updated: 4 minutes ago
100% reporting
MINNEOLA CITY COUNCIL SEAT...
Catering Orders Generate Funding for Culinary Workforce Development Program
With the holiday season upon us, many people are looking for ways to support local hunger relief efforts. One way to give back, while also taking a break from preparing this...
No green space to plant your favorite Fall vegetables? No problem! Rent a garden bed for just $30 per year at the Clermont Community Garden.
Applications for 2024 are now being accepted.
The Clermont Community Garden is located at the Clermont...
Article and Photos by Chuck Seaver, South Lake Tablet
Find Feed & Restore co-hosted a Free Community Barbecue on Saturday, November 4th at McKinney Park, 801 Bloxam Avenue, Clermont. The event, partnered with the Clermont Police Department, New Jacob’s Chapel,...
Submitted by Julia Flohr
The Lake Minneola High School swim team participated in the Regional meet at the Long Center, Clearwater on Friday, November 3rd.
The boys finished 3rd and the girls finished 4th!
Ten swimmers are going on to the 3A...
Footsteps to Wellness is celebrating its 3rd anniversary and on Thursday, October 26th, it opened its doors to the community to tell them all about the services offered and provide complimentary consultations, 3D body composition analysis testing and a...
The Lake County Sheriff’s Department- South Division held its annual Trunk or Treat event at the Sheriff’s South Substation, 15855 SR-50, Clermont, on October 28th.
The event was complete with mounted patrol horses, search K-9 teams and plenty of free...
Submitted by South Lake High School Coach Lord
On Friday, November 3, the South Lake Eagles challenged the Olympia Titans at South Lake High School.
Final Score: Olympia 28 South Lake 0
Game Summary: The Eagles fell on Senior Night to the...
Submitted by Anjanette Mercer, President of the Pastfinders of SL
This is your last chance this year to start the most fulfilling journey of your life.
Have you always wanted to learn more about where you come from? Who were your...
On November 2, the Taste of South Lake and Business Expo was held at Clermont’s Waterfront Park in Clermont. The sold-out event provided an evening of food tasting from more than 30 local restaurants. After sampling the delicious offerings,...
Article by Donna Wong, XC Parent
Photos by Lauren Nasser, Kristin Pautienus, Donna Wong, XC Parents
It was another amazing showing for the Lake Minneola HAWKS at the FHSAA 3A District Meet at Whispering Pine Park in Inverness. The competition...
submitted by Grace Rabano, Publicity Lead for Clermont Garden Club
The Yard of the Month for November chosen by the Clermont Garden Club is a previous nominee, but the splendor in the garden of Karen Geisinger on 12002 Burton Street, Clermont...
submitted by A Forever Home Animal Rescue
Lonnie is an 18-wk-old girl Chihuahua mix weighing approximately 7 lbs. She is a happy, playful, lovable girl who enjoys running in the yard with her friends and playing with her toys. She...
submitted by Josh Castleman
A community SWIM RUN (or walk) will be held on Sunday, Nov 19. The events are open to Adults and youth, beginning at 1 pm, 2 pm and 2:30 pm. The event will utilize the beautiful...
by Chuck Seaver, South Lake Tablet
We, at the South Lake Tablet, have found that our community is the home of people with blended backgrounds, possessing an assortment of talents, interests, and experiences. Many of these unique people go far...
Article by Chuck Seaver, South Lake Tablet
In a time when downtown Clermont remained dark at night, and electricity would be promised to the downtown businesses and streets by the summer of 1915, there would be a matrimonial union that...
Building Blocks Ministries’ Adult Day Training Program needs empty rinsed aluminum cans to support their “Cans for Cash” project. Your empty bag of cans can make an impact in the lives of adults with developmental disabilities, and those in...
Clermont Woman's Club President, Helen Cooney and Treasurer, Debbie Milwee presented a check to Martin Rohleder, Technical Theatre Director at East Ridge High School. CWC is a sponsor for their up-coming theatre season.
The Clermont Woman's Club is a Federated...
The American Geographical Society (AGS) has named Staci Mauro of Lake Minneola High School in Lake County as a 2023 AGS Geography Teacher Fellow. Teachers were selected from across the United States and will receive special opportunities to support...
Native Americans and Indigenous people have significantly influenced the history and culture of the United States.
The contributions of Native Americans have enhanced the freedom, prosperity, and greatness of America today; and the customs and traditions of Indigenous people should be...
by South Lake High Football Coach Brad Lord
Wednesday Night October 25th the Florida Athletic Coaches Association Football District 8 coaches from Lake, Sumter, and Citrus County met and voted for the FACA all district all-star team. South Lake High...
By Nichole Smith, Communications Coordinator
The 19th Annual Celebrating Education Legacy Ball was a huge success. It was a special night celebrating Mrs. Sandra Stephens, Trustee Legacy Award recipient, and Ms. Meristell Shackelford, Educator Legacy Award recipient.
Congratulations to our...
This year marks the 100th anniversary of when the Clermont Fire Department and from October 24, through the next 12 months the Clermont Fire Department will celebrate with the community this Centennial achievement.
The Centennial Celebration will honor the past and...
submitted by Michelle Delaney, Beta Theta Philanthropic Chair
Members of Beta Theta ESA are proud to support Wreaths Across America and its mission to Remember the fallen, Honor those who serve, and Teach the next generation the value of freedom....
By Margaret Price, Assistant Dean of Students For Multiculturalism, Leadership and Student Programs
On Saturday, September 23, Upper School students volunteered at the Hope Center Thrift Store located on Dillard Street in Winter Garden. “We helped organize, clean, stock, and...
By Donna Wong, XC mom
The Lake Minneola High School Cross Country Team ended their regular season with the girls placing 2nd and the boys placing 3rd at the Lake & Sumter County XC Championship held at East Ridge High...
submitted by The Animal League
Tigger is a handsome brindle striped, one-year-old Plott Hound blend weighing in around 48 pounds. He is a such a happy-go-lucky fellow, he’s sweet, playful and a friendly boy with a good amount of energy....
Helen Cooney, President and Debbie Milwee, Treasurer of the Clermont Woman's Club recently presented a check to Brantley West, Director of the Lake Minneola High School Bands. The marching band has a fund drive going on to purchase new...
October 2023
Hello Clermont Champions,
I recently had the honor of assisting the Clermont Fire Department in honoring an age-old tradition of celebrating the addition of a brand-new fire truck with a “Push In” ceremony.
First, water from the retiring engine was...
Florida Lakes Symphony Orchestra is the professional symphony orchestra of Lake County composed of 40 to 60 musicians from all over the world. The FLSO was established in 2005 by European composer and pianist, Guy Saint-Clair and his wife,...
Results and Summary by Coach Brad Lord, South Lake High School
Date: 10/20/2023
Opponent: St. Cloud
Final Score: St. Cloud 7 SLHS 0
Place: SOUTH LAKE HIGH SCHOOL
Game Summary:
The St. Cloud Bulldogs came out on top last Friday over the South Lake High...
Article by Coach Grant Mollett, East Ridge High School
Photos contributed by Dave Worthington, Jeff Warren, and Quiana Peterson
The East Ridge High School girls cross country team competed in the Lake County Championships on Saturday morning. East Ridge...