submitted by the Animal League
Hi Friends!
My name is Savannah, and I am so excited to find my new fur-ever home! I am an 8-year-old female chihuahua blend who loves to sit on laps and get all the cuddles I...
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...
Build a house, win free tickets!
It’s almost time for Lake Idamere Park in Tavares to transform into a forest filled with fantasy as the Lady of the Lakes Renaissance Faire returns for its 20thseason, November 6, 7, 13 and...
The City of Clermont Council, Manager, and Attorney held a closed session during its regular Council meeting on April 9th. The purpose was to discuss settlement and legal expense issues related to pending litigation involving the City of Clermont’s approval of...
By the Clermont Historical Society
Yes, that’s right! The Tin Lizzies (Model T Fords) will be a part of the Heritage Day Festival again this year. These amazing machines serve as a great reminder of a time when life moved...
At a recent South Lake Chamber of Commerce Breakfast, Sheri Lewin of Thrive Clermont brought along a few members to assist her in describing what Thrive Clermont is all about and its importance to teens in the south Lake...
Exciting events scheduled to be hosted by the Friends of Cooper Memorial Library
Wednesday, November 10 at 5:30 pm, Jazz Trio
Monday, November 15 at 1:45 pm - Opera, Turandot
Thursday, November 18 (TBD)
Thursday, December 9 at 5:30 pm - Concert,...
Three high schools, multiple Middle Schools, and many Elementary Schools of South Lake County have banded together again for our annual Kindness Palooza Charity event. This year Kindness Palooza’s theme will be the Jedi Warrior Challenge. This is a...
Feature Story and Photos by Larry H. Oskin
Minneola Charter School, Home of the Mustangs, this school was the very first school in Minneola. The Lake County School Board agreed to let Minneola Elementary School strike out on its own and convert...
Burgerim Restaurant is now open at 2337 S. Hwy 27, Clermont Landing near Epic Theater. The restaurant offers "millions of possibilities and endless combinations." Select from Classic, BIG or specialty burgers (Angus Beef, Spanish Beef, Greek Lamb, Grilled or Crispy Chicken,...
Mark your calendar and plan to get into the spirit of Groveland's Naturally Charming Holiday Events
Friday, December 10th:
Holiday Farmers Market & Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM: Farmers market
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM: Meet Mr. &...
This weekend, the roads will be filled with a lot of motorists and cyclists all heading in different directions and all hoping to enjoy and make the most of a 3-day holiday weekend. Motorists are urged to obey the rules...
On Friday, November 19, fans of The Eagles flocked to the Clermont Performing Arts Center to be entertained by Hotel California. The Eagles tribute band has been re-creating the legendary sound of The Eagles, masterfully performing songs including such hits as...
submitted by The Animal League
Hi Friends! My name is Rosie and I am as sweet as my name. I am a 50#, 3-year-old German Shepherd blend and I am looking for my forever family. I came to The Animal League...
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...
The Lake County Solid Waste division is encouraging Lake County residents to dispose of unwanted household hazardous materials in a safe and environmentally conscious way at an upcoming Household Hazardous Waste Mobile Unit Collection event. The event will take...
Here are only a few of the happenings in South Lake this month. Check out the SLT Calendar of Events for many more upcoming happenings.
Nov 17, 18, 19 at 8 pm and Nov 20 at 3 pm
Munsters...
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...
Charity Across South Lake (CASL) is distributing toys and food for needy families and children in the South Lake community. Santa and his helpers are working together on this community project with a goal to help at least 2,500 children...
The 33rd Light Up Clermont is just around the corner and with it comes lots of holiday fun, shopping and special events for the entire family.
This year's theme, "Claus in Clermont" is sure to delight everyone.
The fun begins on Friday, Dec....
The South Lake Community is growing with lots of options
Below are some of the recently opened or coming soon to the South Lake Community. This is an update, some of the information may be old news to some...
Lake County and the City of Tavares will host a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the expansion of the Tavares Public Library. The event will take place at the library, located at 314 N New Hampshire Ave. #3099 in Tavares on...
Keeping the spirit of Christmas in Clermont was entwined with fun, fellowship and goodwill throughout last weekend's Light Up Clermont events.
"Claus in Clermont", a themed weekend of family fun, had something for everyone.
Light Up Clermont- December 2
The fun began...
Visit Lake is offering a free, digital education workshop geared specifically to local tourism businesses on how to expand exposure with Google to help improve conversion of digital audiences to real-world customers.
This in-person workshop will be held on July...
The Florida Supervisors of Elections will offer four $1,200 scholarships to college students in 2022, according to Lake County Supervisor of Elections, Alan Hays.
Applicants must be registered Florida voters and live in the state for at least the preceding...
Clermont City Council selected five residents to serve on the Planning and Zoning Commission during Tuesday's council meeting. Twelve applicants were considered for the five seats coming available at the end of December.
This commission is made up of seven Clermont residents...
Congregation Sinai of Central Florida has just announced their newly elected Board Members for 2019-2020.
Newly elected Sinai Board Members include: Jack Gartner, President; Bob Miller, Vice President; Deb Schumacher, Recording Secretary; Roslyn Haskelson, Corresponding Secretary; Andrew Feldman, Treasurer; Karen...
The Lake County Veterans Services Office is moving to a new location at1996 Classique Ln in Tavares. The new office is located next to the Lake County Office of Housing and Community Services.
During the transition, the office will be...
Article and Photos by Ted Luebbers
The Experimental Aircraft Association Chapter 534 at the Leesburg International Airport in Florida held a Young Eagles Rally on Saturday, December 17, 2022.
These flights are designed to give young people their first experience in the...
On July 18, Groveland Police Officers arrested a suspect in the Silver Eagle Road area car burglaries. The suspect was arrested just after 9 pm and has been charged with drug possession, resisting arrest and carrying a concealed firearm. ...
Construction has started on a new field and stadium at Mount Dora High School thanks to a fundraising effort that brought in more than $1 million in a couple of months, and next week the school will welcome a...
Article and Pictures by Chuck Seaver, South Lake Tablet
The Bennett Law Center has officially relocated to a brand new, beautiful two-story building located at 302 West Orange Street in Groveland.
"The building, affectionately known as the All Nations Building...
The Clermont Historical Society has not only lost a board member and former president, it has lost a true champion. If Clermont really is “The Choice of Champions!” then we know why Ray chose to live in Clermont and...
Lake-Sumter State College President Dr. Stan Sidor announced his retirement, effective June 30, 2022, at a meeting of the District Board of Trustees on Friday, February 4.
“After thoughtful reflection on my 40 years in private industry and academia, I have decided to...
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.
This month Chuck Seaver, president of the Kiwanis Club of Clermont visited Central Florida Dreamplex...
The Animal League
Jet is a 2-year-old male Domestic Shorthair blend. This handsome and playful guy really enjoys human companionship. He is a lovebug! He gets along with other cats and has a very sweet disposition. This friendly and lovable...
Clermont Spring Forward Festival hosted by Clermont Main Street, will be held from 10 am to 4 pm on Saturday, February 26 at City Hall Park on Montrose and 7th Streets.
Entertainment will be provided by the Full Force Dance...
Submitted by the Animal League
Meet Rosie!
Hi Friends! My name is Rosie and I am as sweet as my name. I am a 50#, 3-year-old German Shepherd blend and I am looking for my forever family. I came to The Animal...
All ages are invited to join the PAWS Therapy Dogs every first Tuesday of the month from 4-5 pm at the Minneola Schoolhouse Library. Our next dates are Tuesday, September 3. Drop-in anytime during that hour.
PAWS Therapy Dogs provide compassionate...
The Kiwanis Club of South Lake (KCOSL) in partnership with the Pinecrest Lakes Academy Key Club, provided free coloring pages at a recent First Friday Food Truck event in downtown Clermont.
The coloring pages are from the activity book, Colorful...
There has been a lot of chatter about natural gas stoves lately, with some even suggesting that they should be banned from homes because of studies that report potential health impacts. As an organization that has provided safe, reliable...
All offices of the Lake County Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller will be closed Monday, Sept. 2 for Labor Day, as well as Tuesday, Sept. 3 and Wednesday, Sept. 4 in anticipation of severe weather due to...
EA SPORTS and Montverde Academy (MVA) are partnering through 2025 to create unparalleled educational and extracurricular opportunities for aspiring video game industry professionals, marked by the launch of “EA SPORTS at MVA” in August 2022. Combining insights from the...
On February 25th, the East Ridge HS Knights Boys Soccer Team played the Newsome Wolves for the State Championship and WON, 3-0! The fans went CRAZY and the team proved, once again, that Clermont houses CHAMPIONS.
The ERHS State Champions...
By Imogene Jones
Clermont Florida is the “Choice of Champions” and the Starbound Performing Company Elite Team is part of that championship spirit! The team of 11 performers, ranging in ages from 6 to 14 years old recently completed their...
Picture the scene, you have everything you need for your wedding day—bride, check; groom, check; flowers, check; officiant, check; family, check. Wait, you don’t have a venue! Then you get a call from your officiant—come to 490 West Avenue...
It's a block party like no other with finger-lickin' BBQ and tasty chili! The 10th Firefighters Charity of Central Florida BBQ and Chili Cookoff Competition will be held March 17 and 18 at Gator Harley in Leesburg, and will...
Clermont was recently ranked 61st out of the top 134 safest cities in Florida, according to a 2019 report conducted by BackgroundChecks.org, beating out over half of the state’s safest cities.
The report analyzed over 2,900 cities within the United...
In celebration of World Art Day, the Winter Garden Art Association, in conjunction with the City of Winter Garden, will host Arts in April, a series of FREE events throughout the month for the community to celebrate, explore, and...
The mission of Lake Technical College is to be an integral component of local economic growth and development by offering a variety of high-quality career education and training opportunities. Along with its offering of over 30 career and technical...