Pesticide Exams
June 14th starting at 8:30 am; Lake County Extension Office, 1951 Woodlea Road, Tavares
Pesticide exams will be administered on June 14. People need to go to https://pesticideexam.ifas.ufl.edu/ to get vouchers and schedule exams.
4-Health Camp
June 24th-28th 9 am-...
Beta Theta has been a long-time supporter of the South Lake Hospital Foundation and its mission to improve the health and quality of life of individuals in our community. Donations to the South Lake Hospital Foundation help to provide...
In just one year, Orlando Health South Lake Hospital Emergency Room and Medical Pavilion-Blue Cedar has become of vital importance to the community, serving more than 11,000 patients between the emergency room and outpatient services.
On June 6 members of the South...
Polka Dogz Pet Rescue continues to support our community through small dog adoptions, fostering programs and fundraisers to help make their dreams a reality for many loving doggies. At Polka Dogz Pet Rescue, they rely on dedicated volunteers and...
On the third Saturday of each month, Clermont Mayor Gail Ash meets with her constituents in various business locations in Clermont to discuss news, new businesses, upcoming events, and local projects. Over a relaxing cup of coffee, residents have...
Six years ago, the Caracciolo-Clayton family became part of the south Lake Community and recently Kyle and his wife Jesenia opened the brick and mortar location of Lion Heart Floors at 376 E. Myers Blvd, Unit C, Mascotte. The South Lake Chamber of...
The Cooper Memorial Library will host the October Mountain Washtub Band live in concert with a program of folk and patriotic music generously sponsored by our Friends of the Cooper Memorial Library on Tuesday, July 2, at 6 pm...
There is no better way to learn what's happening in your community than to attend a council/board meeting.
Before a meeting, you can review the agenda posted on the city's website. If interested, drop on by and don't be shy....
The South Lake Chamber of Commerce recently hosted a ribbon cutting for 4 Corners Insurance, located at 669 E. Hwy 50 (next to Walgreens) in Clermont.
4-Corners Insurance, a family-owned independent agency, specializes in Personal Insurance Coverage for your home,...
Everyone has a special gift. Cornerstone Hospice and Palliative Care seeks South Lake County area volunteers who want to share their gifts with others at the Mike Conley Hospice House.
Cornerstone Hospice volunteers may sit with a patient for friendly...
What’s better than creamy, yummy Ritter’s Frozen Custard on a hot, humid June evening? How about enjoying it with friends/family and supporting Cooper Memorial Library at the same time?
Visit Ritter’s Frozen Custard located at 2560 East Hwy 50, Suite 114, Clermont, Tuesday,...
On Friday, June 14 at 11 am enjoy the one and only JiggleMan! He has performed at countless schools, libraries and festivals in Florida and has even shined numerous times on the David Letterman Show. JiggleMan is a funny...
School is out for summer, but the district is already planning ahead for next school year by making sure we have enough teachers and other staff ready when students return in August.
Lake County Schools’ Teacher Hiring Event is scheduled...
Lake County is hosting a Green Swamp Land Use Workshop on Tuesday, June 11 at 5:30 pm inside the Board Chambers, located on the second floor of the County Administration Building, 315 W. Main St., Tavares.
During the public workshop,...
National Doughnut Day is an annual event celebrated on the First Friday in June. It was started by the Chicago branch of the Salvation Army in 1938, created to honor the "Lassies," "Doughnut Girls," or "Doughnut Dollies" who had...
Montverde Academy is proud to announce that 223 seniors from 40 different countries graduated on Saturday, May 25. Students were celebrated and honored during the Baccalaureate and Commencement ceremonies hosted in Montverde Academy’s Center for Health and Sportsmanship which...
South Lake Events Leading up to July 4th Spectaculars
June 8 Winter Garden - Summer Sidewalk Sale & Live Music
June 15 - Clermont Wine Stroll in Downtown Clermont (Hosted by Corelli's Pantry)
June 22 - Clermont Mega Food Truck Rally on...
After 13 years of empowering Clermont and the surrounding South Lake communities, Kevin and Kimberly Grogan, owners of Gear for Multisport, announce a rebrand and expansion for their local business.
The company will be known as Dash-Sports, and is expanding...
The student council at Pinecrest Lakes Academy wanted to plan an event that would help the community. After discussion, it was decided that they would have a pet supply drive, said council past president Ella Delaney. The project began...
The public is invited to attend a floral design demonstration and “make & take” at 10:00 am on August 17th at the Clermont Garden Club, located at 849 West Avenue in Clermont. The fee is $20 and checks are...
The Clermont Garden Club recently installed new officers.
For more information about the club, membership, programs or clubhouse rental, please go to: www.ClermontGardenClub.com.
While the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s National Weather Service is predicting a nearly normal hurricane season for 2019, emergency officials are reminding residents to be vigilant.
Experts predict a 40% chance of a nearly normal hurricane season, with a...
The Friends of the Cooper Memorial Library will host a showing of W. A. Mozart’s sparkling opera buffa Die Entfuhrung aus dem Serail (The Abduction from the Seraglio) on Monday, June 24, at 1:45 pm in room 108 B.
Die...
submitted by The Animal League
Dandelion is a Catahoula Blend that is 1 and a half years old and is currently 40 pounds. Dandelion is an active and smart girl that prefers to be the only canine companion in your life!
Come...
The Cooper Memorial Library will host a program sponsored by the Lake County Sheriff’s Office and Cornerstone Hospice of Lake County on Wednesday, June 19th, from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm. in room 108 (first-floor community room) of the...
The Clermont Downtown Partnership continues to host exciting new Downtown Clermont First Friday Food Truck events with the next one planned for Friday night, June 7 from 5:30 to 9 pm. With a live band, food trucks, craft vendors...
The South Lake Chamber of Commerce recently celebrated a ribbon cutting to welcome J Sterling’s Wellness Spa to the business community.
Pamper Yourself and the Ones You Love: J Sterling Wellness Spa offers massage, facials, couples massage, waxing; all in...
Lake Technical College is proud to announce the addition of the Paramedic program to the Clermont campus. Lake Tech’s Clermont campus is located at the Lake Sumter State College South Lake Campus. Current EMTs will further their EMS training...
The Blessed Sacrament Council of Catholic Women recently held an installation ceremony for two of its new officers. The event, which was attended by close to 60 women, was held at Calabria Restaurant- Clermont.
submitted by Donna Digennaro, South Lake Historical Society
Nine of the ladies of the Philanthropic Educational Organization Chapter ID of Leesburg got together on a Tuesday morning and visited the Historic Village in Clermont. The ladies contacted Roxanne Brown, the...
Clermont Welcomes Visitors! You probably noticed construction going on at 12th Street and SR50. When completed, the formidable structure will provide a marker to the entrance to the west side of the City of Clermont. A structure will be located on the eastern...
We are dusting off our flip flops and swimsuits because summer is finally here, and we can only imagine how excited our community's educators are for a well-deserved summer break. We're almost as excited to tell you about an...
The South Lake Democratic Club’s monthly meeting will be held on Wednesday, June 5, beginning at 7 pm, at the Kehlor Building, 466 W. Minneola Ave., Clermont. The evening will focus on the environment in Lake County and the...
Lake Minneola High School graduate Michaela Gonzalez was awarded a $2,000 scholarship from Beta Theta to attend Lake Sumter State College this fall.
Beta Theta, ESA awarded a $1,000 scholarship to Lake Minneola High School graduate Rudenick Villard. This fall,...
East Ridge High School graduate Audrie Garcia-Gonzale is the recipient of a $1000 scholarship from the Clermont Woman's Club. Audrie will be attending the University of South Florida.
Lake Minneola High School graduate Nyra Taylor is the recipient of a $1000...
Aiden Hernandez, a graduating student from East Ridge High School, received a $2,000 Beta Theta Sisters Memorial Scholarship. He will be attending Lake Sumter State College.
Dalton Butler, also a graduate of East Ridge High was awarded a $1,000 scholarship from...
Give A Day Foundation’s Champion Circle program is designed for young men ages 15 through 19, to help equip them with the necessary tools and guide them in a direction that will open up possibilities to build a successful...
The third-grade students participated in the Bonnie Farm Cabbage Growing Contest. This national program began last semester and continued through the second semester as the cabbages grew. During the growing season, students compared the cabbages they are growing at...
The Florida sunshine is why people move to Florida. But during the summer months, the heat and sunshine hold major risks, including dehydration and a variety of heat-related illnesses, such as heat stress, heat cramps, heat exhaustion, even heat...
In 2018, Florida set a tourism record for the eighth consecutive year drawing 126.1 million out-of-state visitors, and this year AAA ranks Orlando as the number one summer destination in the world! With Florida poised to break another tourism...
By Kendyl Cardwell
Senior Spotlight: Vanessa Mills
The curtains come down as the actors and crew take a deep bow to the cheers of the audience resonating through the theater. To the cast, it is not just the conclusion of a...
By Kevin Grogan
Most locals will tell you the most upbeat coach at Clermont's National Training Center is Stacy Loudon. Constantly on the move up and down the hall in the Center, Stacy Loudon brings a sense of passion and...
After years of planning and negotiation, the citizens of Clermont are one step closer to getting their new boat ramp. On Tuesday night, the City Council unanimously approved a $2.49 million contract with Traverse Group Inc. The project will...
Celebrate the in-home release of Marvel Studios’ “Captain Marvel” with Orlando Cat Café on Saturday, June 1st from 10 am – 12 pm. The Walt Disney Studios In-Home Publicity Team will be onsite with a chance to win a...
submitted by the Animal League
Sprinkle is a Great Pyrenees Blend that is 3 months old and will be 85-100 pounds full grown. Sprinkle has a very sweet personality and does well with other dogs.
Come on out and adopt me or...
The Florida Department of Health in Lake County is inviting the public to help support a culture of health in the community. Opportunities to participate include upcoming community health improvement plan (CHIP) webinars, team events, and focus group meetings.
2019...
Lake County Fire Rescue Chief Jim Dickerson adopted a 4-year-old Schnauzer from the Lake County Animal Shelter. His new furry friend affectionately named “Chief,” is described as laid-back, sweet and reserve.
submitted by the Animal League
Tracker is a Chihuahua Blend that is 12 weeks old and will be 8-10 pounds full grown. Tracker is a playful little guy and loves to give out lots of kisses!
Come on out and adopt me or...
Congratulations to Happy Troll Games on its grand opening, Monday, May 21. The South Lake Chamber of Commerce officiated at the ribbon cutting and welcomed the owners to the business community. The specialty store, located at 155 US Hwy 27...
Happy Biscuit Day! Celebrate the day by sharing your favorite biscuit recipe or place to go to enjoy a good biscuit on the South Lake Tablet's Facebook page.
Biscuits came about shortly before the Civil War, and were inexpensive, in...