Terrific Kids is a student-recognition program sponsored by the Kiwanis Club. “Terrific” is an acronym for Thoughtful, Enthusiastic, Respectful, Responsible, Inclusive, Friendly, Inquisitive and Capable.
Grades K-2
Roman Daniel, Mason Merrick, Elise Whyte, Eleni Harper, William McGuire, Jackson Micklos, Xavier Cappellano, Regan Bradshaw,...
Terrific Kids is a student-recognition program sponsored by the Kiwanis Club. “Terrific” is an acronym for Thoughtful, Enthusiastic, Respectful, Responsible, Inclusive, Friendly, Inquisitive and Capable.
Below are the names of this month’s Terrific Kids
Students: Jayden Buenrostro, Alyssa Collier, Ryland Drawdy, Amanda Robles Verdejo,...
Cheer on your local law enforcement agencies as they compete in a charity softball game.
The Clermont Police Department and the Lake County Sheriff’s Office will play a softball game in the Commissioner’s Cup to benefit the family of Deputy...
Congregation Sinai will host an exciting Spring Oldie’s Concert with music from the 50's, 60's and 70's starting at 7 pm on Saturday night, May 18 at 1200 West Broad Street, Groveland, FL 34736. This concert is open to...
Four Corners Toastmasters will hold their inaugural meeting and kick-off party on Thursday, April 18th. The event is open to the public and all are encouraged to attend. There will be free hot dogs provided by Dog Haus. Come...
The Florida Fire Sprinkler Association (FFSA) named Jennifer Pierce the 2019 Champion of the Industry – a fitting name for an employee of the Choice of Champions. This is the association’s highest award.
“Fire Marshal Pierce promotes fire safety in...
The Minneola Schoolhouse Library is hosting its 10th Anniversary Open House on Thursday, April 18 between 4 pm - 7 pm. Patrons, neighbors and community residents young and old are invited to gather and enjoy a special musical performance, games,...
Instead of attending a traditional faculty meeting on Wednesday, April 17, teachers, administrators and other employees at Windy Hill Middle School have been invited to spend that time beautifying the campus.
They are calling it “Give Back Day,” an act...
submitted by Martin Proctor
Faith Neighborhood Center (FNC) was founded in 1972 and has been in continuous operation since opening. They provide support to low-income families and individuals in South Lake County. In 2018 alone this organization served more than...
The Friends of The Mike Conley Hospice House (MCHH) presented its 7th Annual Charity Gala on Saturday, March 30th, at Clermont Performing Arts Center.
Since 2013, the Friends of the Mike Conley Hospice House have worked diligently to fulfill its mission to...
Enjoy dinner served by your local law enforcement and support an important cause.
From 5-9 p.m on April 16, the Clermont Police Department will deliver dishes with a smile at Outback Steakhouse, 1625 E. Highway 50. This Tip-A-Cop fundraiser will benefit the Special Olympics Florida.
Special Olympics...
Twelve-year-old Brayden Bates recently competed in the 2019 USA Gymnastics Men’s Region 8 Championships in Alachua, FL April 5-7. At the competition, the life-long south Lake athlete placed 1st on P. Bars, and 1st on Rings. Though falling short of winning state and...
Denise Burry, Executive Director of the Forward Paths Foundation, will be the guest speaker at the Blessed Sacrament Women's Club monthly meeting on Tuesday, April 16.
Forward Paths Foundation mission is to aid Lake County's homeless unaccompanied youth and youth aging out...
Hispanic Family Counseling Center (HFC) recently opened an office at 15430 CR 565A, Groveland and celebrated with a ribbon cutting officiated by the South Lake Chamber of Commerce.
HFC originally opened its doors in 2006 with the hope of providing...
Groveland Fire Chief Willie Morgan is proud of the men and women in his department and wants all to know about the selfless efforts of Engine 94, B-shift.
Engine 94, B-shift received a call that someone had fallen and needed...
If you haven't attended a Bras For A Cause And Boxers Too themed event, you are missing an opportunity to have a magical evening while benefitting the Greater Clermont Cancer Foundation. The event theme, Puttin' On the Glitz, is...
Lake Technical College is proud to announce the addition of the new Patient Care Technician program. This is a 600-hour Pell Grant eligible program that can be completed in approximately 20 weeks.
Students will learn:
Professional ethics and legal responsibilities
...
Congratulations to the following LMHS HOSA State competitors advancing to the Nationals and International Leadership Conference June 19-23 Disney's Coronado Springs Resort.
Angelica Singh, 3rd Place Physical Therapy
Mallerie Coss-Vargas, 1st Place Nursing Assisting
Ashley Aldabute, 3rd Place...
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 focus group events meetings.
2019 Dates...
The Florida Department of Health in Lake County (DOH-Lake) in collaboration with the Central Florida Area Health Education Center (AHEC) is offering the following free Quit Tobacco Class:
2-Hour Tools to Quit Program
Friday, April 19th from 1:30 pm to 3:30...
The East Lake County Library is holding its 17th Annual Poetry Contest in honor of April as National Poetry Month. Entries are being accepted now until May 3, 2019.
The Poetry Contest is for all ages and will be separated...
The Florida Lakes Symphony Orchestra will welcome guest conductor Aldert Vermeulen
Vermeulen arrives from the Netherlands for this very personal and intimate new concert. Vermeulen is the conductor of the Amsterdam Opera. He was a personal friend of the composer Guy...
By Larry Oskin
The Community Foundation of South Lake (CFSLC) is building a better community through philanthropy, collaboration and leadership.
History: The Community Foundation of South Lake was formed in June 1995 as the result of the sales agreement between...
The South Lake Chamber of Commerce announced this year's recipients of the prestigious Citizen of the Year, Heritage Award, and Oakley Seaver Award at the South Lake Business Award Gala held at Bella Collina on April 10.
Citizen Of The...
The 3rdAnnual South Lake Business Awards Gala was held at Bella Collina on Wednesday, April 11. David Colby, president and CEO of the South Lake Chamber of Commerce, and Board Chair Kalena Meyers were the evening's hosts and award...
Starting this fall, prospective students looking to attend a college with an honors program will be able to do so without leaving Lake and Sumter Counties.
The development of LSSC’s Honors Program represents an opportunity for students in our community...
Claire Prudhomme, a senior at Montverde Academy, and Georgia Bernbaum, a senior at Winter Park High School, were recognized for their short film entry into the C-SPAN StudentCam, a national student documentary competition. They earned an honorable mention and...
Faith can play a critical role when a person is facing a crisis. Having someone to minister spiritual guidance can provide tremendous comfort.
Cornerstone Hospice and Palliative Care is offering ministers of all faiths (pastors, priests, rabbis, imams and others)...
As of Feb 1st, 2019 Boy Scouts of America became Scouts BSA and started welcoming girls. The "ALL GIRL" troop was the first to charter in Lake County and is the only all-girl troop here in the Clermont area.
The...
Clermont Middle School will present STEM Family Night on Thursday, April 11, from 6 to 8 pm at the school.
Students will have opportunities to participate in several “make and takes,” including making a harmonica, creating a mini-density tower and...
Sheila Davis had an eye-opening experience and wants to share it.
Submitted by Sheila Davis
I arrived in Clermont on the first of January to visit my parents. My dad, George Snyder, decided that I should learn Shuffleboard, the game he...
The Clermont Police Department will host Coffee with a Cop from 8 am to 10 am on April 10 at 7-Eleven convenience store, 189 N. US 27.
Coffee with a Cop is a nationwide program that reinforces good relations between the...
Enjoy an evening of fun, as Belk Store celebrates “Girls Night Out”, Thursday, April 11th, from 5:30 - 8:30 pm at 270 Citrus Tower Blvd, Clermont.
Work with Belk stylists to find fresh spring looks while you enjoy light refreshments...
Is your child entering Kindergarten or Grades 1 to 5 for the 2019-2020 year? If so, visit Mascotte Charter School on Saturday, April 13 from 9 am to noon for its Showcase and Kindergarten Registration Events.
You can register for...
Mari Jones and Kayslin Victoria are two very talented Clermont residents who are competing for a recording contract on The Voice. Last night Mari Jones won her competitive Voice battle and the right to move on to the next round. Tonight...
South Lake Wellness and Injury Center celebrated the opening of its new office with a ribbon cutting officiated by the South Lake Chamber of Commerce. Family and friends were at the office to welcome Dr. Peter Brockman, his wife...
Article and photos by Larry Oskin -
Mari Jones and Kayslin Victoria are talented Clermont residents who are competing for a recording contract on The Voice, Season 16. Tonight Mari won her first battle, meaning that she will proceed to...
Over the years, the traffic on State Road 50 has increased dramatically. A few years ago, it may have taken a motorist 5 minutes to travel on State Road 50 between Hwy 27 to 12th Street. With the booming population...
The Minneola Schoolhouse Library is hosting a special Earth Day craft event on Thursday, April 11 from 4-5 pm. The monthly “Kids Crafts” program goes “educational” and welcomes a representative from AmeriCorps and Florida State Parks to inform young...
submitted by Donna Digennaro
Are you and a group of friends looking for the perfect place to spend a relaxing afternoon? How about Clermont’s own Historic Village? Located at 490 West Ave., on the shores of beautiful Lake Minneola, the...
Wednesday, April 17 from 10 am – 12 pm
(room 108, first-floor community room)
SENIOR SELF-PROTECTION CLASS
This senior’s self-protection class is sponsored by Sheriff Peyton C. Grinnell and the Lake County Sheriff’s Office. It is provided to Lake County residents at...
Lake County’s 8th Annual Landscape & Garden Fair offers free nature-based activities for the entire family next weekend.
The event will be held Saturday, April 13 from 9 am - 4 pm and Sunday, April 14 from 10 am -...
IMG Enterprises, a diversified agri-business in Groveland, FL made up of three operational entities: Cherrylake, IMG Citrus, and Cherrylake Real Estate, announced the acquisition of one of the largest grapefruit groves in St. Lucie County. The 4,000-acre grove increases their...
Licorice is a Labrador Retriever Blend that is 4 months old and will be 55-65 pounds full grown. Licorice is a very playful and fun loving puppy.
Meet Your Best Friend
Not everyone is blessed to find his/her forever best friend....
Fab 5, a popular, award-winning band from Jamaica whose repertoire represents the music of the Caribbean, will be headlining the performers at this year’s Clermont Caribbean Jerk Festival at Clermont’s Waterfront Park on Saturday, May 4.
“Their reggae and soca...
The Clermont Earth Day and Lake Cleanup will take place on April 20 at Lake Hiawatha Preserve, 450 N. Lake Minneola Shores. The City of Clermont is putting on the free festivities.
Bring your family and friends to join this...
Clermont Garden Club will celebrate its 70th anniversary as a member of the Florida Federation of Garden Clubs by presenting its 1st Annual Spring Garden Festival on Saturday, May 4, from 9 am - 5 pm.
The festival will...
The City of Clermont’s Parks and Recreation Department is excited to offer an indoor adult basketball league.
Games will be played on Sunday afternoons at the Arts and Recreation Center (ARC), 3700 S. U.S. Highway 27. The league will provide...
Wendy L. Proctor-CFRE Major Gift Officer was a recent guest speaker at the Clermont Woman's Club. Wendy spoke to the women about Camp Boggy Creek, a year-round camp serving seriously ill children by giving them the opportunity to enjoy themselves...
Thirty-one students from the Montverde Theatre Department earned the opportunity to compete at the Florida State Thespian Festival in Tampa from March 20-23. Both individuals and groups advanced to State based on the earlier top awards received at the...