By The Animal League
Sofie is the cutest little 13-year-old black and white Maltese/Yorkshire Terrier (Morkie) blend. Miss Sofie is a quiet and dainty girl weighing in around 7 pounds. Although she can be a little shy when meeting new...
Macy's Department Store is coming to the Winter Garden Village in the space being vacated by Bed Bath & Beyond located at 3215 Daniels Road.
Chocolate Factory Coming to Groveland - Behr’s Chocolates has plans to renovate and...
Story by Chuck Seaver
Chelsea King Burney was a young, healthy, and happy expectant mother excited about the arrival of her baby boy in a few months. Chelsea and her husband, Brian, were looking forward to getting started with their...
Guavate Puerto Rican Eatery And Bistro opened in February at 139 N Hwy 27 in the Citrus Tower and is one of the best-kept secrets in South Lake.
The restaurant's brightly-colored decor, authentic Puerto Rican cuisine and tasty flavored sangrias...
By Coach Grant Mollett, Girls Cross Country
Photos contributed by Jeff Warren and Dave Worthington.
Winter Garden, Florida (September 23)The East Ridge High School girls cross country team competed in the West Orange High School Invitational in Winter Garden on Saturday...
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...
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...
November 28th is a global giving opportunity for 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations to raise money, like Give A Day Foundation’s Champion Circle. Middle and high school years are tough for a teen. Add the struggles with reading, mathematics and science...
The South Lake Chamber of Commerce held its business breakfast on St. Patrick's Day (Friday, March 17) and lots of green filled the room at the Clermont City Center.
Sheriff Peyton C. Grinnell of the Lake County Sheriff's Department was the...
What is TAC?
TAC is our leadership development program where students have the opportunity to work with professional mentors to design and execute our year-round programs for the teen community.
TAC Teams
There are weekly meetings and one Friday a month, all...
The Lake County Clerk of the Circuit Court and Comptroller’s Inspector General Department recently underwent a Quality Assessment Review conducted by the Association of Local Government Auditors (ALGA), earning the highest rating "
The assessment, the first for the Department,...
On Friday, September 15, the South Lake Chamber of Commerce hosted a First Responders Appreciation breakfast at the Clermont Performing Arts Center. The event was filled to capacity.
First Responders from across South Lake were recognized for their service and...
The Aurelia Cole Academy recently opened in Clermont for students in kindergarten through 8 grades. The school requires uniforms and is establishing an emergency clothes closet and food pantry for its students in need. The students must wear red,...
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...
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...
The Citrus Tower's Holiday Light Show, a favorite of young and old, is back again this holiday season from 7 pm-9 pm each night until the end of the year. Get into the holiday spirit.
Enjoy the free event...
Submitted by the Kiwanis Club of Clermont
Read to Sydney and the Kiwanis Club of Clermont continues its partnership of Lending Library book boxes for the South Lake Community.
The most recent library box was delivered to the Groveland Police Department’s...
submitted by New Beginnings of Central Florida
New Beginnings of Central Florida just celebrated a milestone graduation ceremony to help a family start fresh to rebuild their lives here in Clermont. New Beginnings remains dedicated to help the homeless and...
The Teamont Cafe had its grand opening on Tuesday, September 5, on the Lake Sumter State College South Lake Campus at 1250 N. Hancock Rd., Clermont. The cafe was filled with LSSC students; some were reading, some enjoying a...
The View at Clermont National is not just a spectacular view; it's so much more.
The Driving Range is open daily and not your average driving range. It can track and analyze your shots with Toptracer technology. You can improve...
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...
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...
South Lake Art League is happy to sponsor the 3rd annual high school art show. Thirty-five pieces of art are currently on display throughout the month. Art teachers Nesly Latorre, East Ridge High School and Jennifer Viola, South Lake...
The Clermont Boat Parade is one of the most anticipated events of the Holiday Season. Spectators lined the parade route anticipating the long line of beautifully decorated, colorfully lighted boats.
The winners were:
First Place Boat #5
Mike Damelio, Penny Yammer &...
Poised for its public launch, the Montgomery Center of Excellence (MCOE) receives a generous $1Million commitment from Sonya Montgomery, Clermont, Florida native and Chief Executive Officer of The Desoto Group.
MCOE is a philanthropic organization with a vision to inspire...
submitted by Ricky Raymond, Clermont Toastmasters.
Toastmasters International, established in 1924, is a non-profit educational organization dedicated to helping members improve their communication and leadership skills.
Toastmasters help members deliver their message clearly, concisely, and with confidence. Meetings usually last about...
Guru Indian Restaurant is celebrating 9 wonderful years here in Clermont. Guru offers you a unique local experience in top-quality gourmet Indian dining. Guru Restaurant was founded by Master Chef Uday Kadam in Clermont as he felt it was...
The Cross Ridge Exchange, located just south of Clermont Landing between Wal-Mart Supercenter and BJ’s Wholesale, features 500ft of frontage on Highway 27, with direct access, and additional access from both Cross Ridge Road and shared access from BJs...
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....
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...
“CLERMONT: From Gem Of The Hills to Choice Of Champions” is a book about Clermont, spanning the Ice Age era, the first area's Native Americans, the founders of modern-day Clermont, and the years leading up to 2019. The book...
By Nichole Smith
MVA Upper School students volunteered with the Habitat for Humanity Youth Impact Project to paint and repair the exterior of the home of an elderly man in Groveland. These projects are explicitly designated for high school students....
submitted by the Kiwanis Club of Clermont
The Kiwanis Club of Clermont has enjoyed a long-time partnership with the City of Clermont and the club’s Memorial Day and Veterans Day flag programs at Oak Hill Cemetery, Clermont.
The club places a...
Nonprofit Hosting Donation Drive, Offering Discounts
As Central Floridians prepare for the start of a new school year, Goodwill Industries of Central Florida (GICF) is supporting local families and educators in multiple ways.
From Aug. 1 to 31, teachers and educational...
Article and Photos By Ted Luebbers
Five years ago, Rosie Rivera had her first flight in a general aviation plane. On September 16, 2023 she was in the pilot’s seat when Chapter 534 of the Experimental Aircraft Association held a...
Libby's Legacy Breast Cancer Foundation held its Inaugural Pink Ribbon 5K Run/Walk on Sunday, Oct 15, at 8 am. The event was held at Lake David Park in Groveland to support the organization's mission to provide comprehensive services to...
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...
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...
Not only has the time FINALLY come to shop at Plato's Closet but double points, bounce-back coupons, and giveaways for handbags, Ulta beauty baskets, restaurant and nail gift cards, and more will be given to customers during the grand...
Kelly Stone is a new member of the Kiwanis Club of Clermont. Kelly is very active in the South Lake Community in many ways, including her service as a uniformed lieutenant with the Lake County Sheriff's Office.
Kelly is also...
Due to ongoing restructuring of the Clermont-Minneola Lions Club, the Lions' Shooting Range on SR 50, Groveland will be closed on July 22, 2023.
Additionally, the Clubs Range Schedule has been amended through Oct. 2023.
Consequently, range dates are amended as...
Clermont City Councilmembers approved the request of Gunther Volkswagen of Clermont, an automotive services and sales dealership, to construct a building over 20,000 square feet on property consisting of 8.6 acres, located northwest of the US 27 and SR...
On Saturday, Sept 24, The City of Clermont and the South Lake Chamber of Commerce hosted the fifth, fun-filled Sips & Salsa Festival at Waterfront Park.
Food trucks offered an assortment of cultural cuisine: tacos, empanadas, quesadillas as well as...
submitted by A Forever Home Animal Rescue
Bailey is a 3-yr-old Lab mix weighing 62 lbs. This sweet boy was thrown out of a car and the people behind were able to save him and bring him to us....
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,...
Nov. 17 - Jan 2
Clermont Enchanted Tree Forest
The Enchanting Tree Forest is open Nov. 19 and runs through Jan. 2 for viewing. There are 50+ trees decorated by local organizations and businesses setup to view at Victory Pointe. you...
The V F W Auxiliary is hosting a Spaghetti Dinner at 855 W. Desoto St. Clermont on Saturday, Dec. 16th, at 4-6 pm.
Eat or Take Out a Spaghetti and Meatballs dinner with garlic bread, salad and dessert with proceeds going to...
Life-long Clermont resident Chuck Seaver spoke to members of the Clermont Historical Society at the January 10th meeting. In his position as president and long-time member of the Kiwanis Club of Clermont, Chuck was responsible for selecting the photographs...
High school students from the five high schools in North Lake County looking to enroll in the Health Sciences Collegiate Academy can now participate in a new Leesburg Campus cohort.
The Health Sciences Collegiate Academy (HSCA) offers an innovative program...
NEW BUSINESSES IN SOUTH LAKE
Portillo's Coming To Clermont at 1251 East Highway 50, Clermont
The new restaurant will open in the new development on Highway 50, just half a mile east of the US27/Highway 50 intersection on the lot next...