Clemont's 31st annual holiday parade featured an amazing variety of floats, bands and characters merrily marching through the streets of historic downtown Clermont.
Special recognition went to
Best Decorated Vehicle
South Lake Hospital
A+ Pediatrics
Native Earth Works
Best Decorated Float
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submitted by The Animal League
My name is Wilson and I am a 1-yr old male Chihuahua Blend. I am about 11 pounds of lap dog! I walk very well on a leash and love going for walks. I have...
For decades, as the holiday approaches, the residents of Leisure Manor, a senior living facility, in Minneola, FL, prepare their holiday wish lists. The lists are collected and sent to Santa’s Helpers, Beta Theta.
Beta Theta-ESA is a community service...
The Cool Sommer Mornings (CSM) Series is Florida's longest-running and most fun Triathlon Series! The event features a 5K Run/Walk, Sprint Triathlon, Duathlon, Aquabike, and Relay. The CSM Series is great for first-timers and experienced athletes alike!
Each event has a unique...
Registration is now open for the South Lake Geneology Society is presenting its 3rd Annual Mid-Winter Conference in Clermont. This year learn Tips & Tricks to Uncover Your Past. Kathy and Clyde Stickney are guest speakers.
The one-day conference is scheduled from...
The Florida Department of Health in Lake County (DOH-Lake) in collaboration with the Lake County School Board will be conducting the following school immunization event at the following locations for school-age children only:
Saturday, August 6th from 9:00 A.M. –...
The South Lake Tablet is looking for a Marketing/Sales Associate
The applicant must be a self-motivated, self-starter with proven sales and marketing experience. Must have the ability to relate to the business needs of our current and potential clients, and the...
Pig on the Pond Community Festival, presented by AdventHealth, will celebrate its 24th year on Oct. 14-16 at Waterfront Park.
Schedule
Activities and times are subject to change.
Friday, October 14
4:30 PM - All shuttle services begin
5:00 PM - GATES OPEN
5:00 PM...
Find Feed & Restore is thrilled to invite the community to Sing for the Love of Others, a free concert on Saturday, February 8th at 3 pm held at First United Methodist Church of Clermont (FUMC) at 950 7th...
Clermont – 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. The County’s Household Hazardous Waste Mobile Unit will be collecting items from...
Pet owners across Central Florida are howling over this year’s Mardi Gras Pet Parade supporting The Animal League. The parade, which is part of a weekend of Mardi Gras festivities, raises money for The Animal League, a non-profit organization...
The Shelter is temporarily suspending feline-focused programs and is looking for foster parents and supplies.
The Lake County Animal Shelter will not be accepting cats due to a small number of felines testing positive for an infectious virus. As part...
By Marty Proctor
On February 4, the City of Mascotte held a well attended Fire Department workshop. The workshop consisted of a 40-minute presentation from Jeff Cole, Deputy County Manager; John Molenda, Direct Manager EMS; and James Dickerson, Fire Chief;...
Space Exploration is Back! The unmanned Artemis was delayed but is now planned to rocket into space on Saturday, Sept 3, at 2:17 pm from Kennedy Space Center (weather permitting).
Backup launch Sept. 5.
Millions of people will witness the...
By Ted Luebbers
The Experimental Aircraft Association Chapter 534 based at the Leesburg International Airport in Leesburg, FL has mobilized its membership to begin a fund-raising program to repair a donated airplane to flying status, so it can be used...
Article submitted by Sharon Wagner
Aspiring entrepreneurs who also care deeply about the future of the planet have a unique opportunity to create a thriving enterprise that is also sustainable. If you have been thinking about starting your own business...
The fastest triathletes is the world come here each year to participate in the Draft Legal Challenge at Lake Louisa State Park on March 7th & 8th. Former Olympian Jarrod Shoemaker of Clermont came up with this idea 10...
by Chuck Seaver, Kiwanis Club of Clermont
Students at Real Life Christian Academy from kindergarten through the 5th grade were recognized recently with a ceremony acknowledging their accomplishments.
Terrific Kids is a Kiwanis-sponsored program that supports character building and recognizes students...
submitted by the Animal League
My name is Unity. I am a 55 pound, female Labrador Retriever Blend and almost 2 years old! My friends at The Animal League saved me and my young puppies from a rural shelter. My...
By Ted Luebbers
The Experimental Aircraft Association Chapter 534 at the Leesburg International Airport postpones their Fly-In/Drive-In scheduled for this coming Saturday, October 1, 2022.
The new date for the event will be Saturday, October 29, 2022 and they will hope for...
by Marty Proctor
FAITH Neighborhood Center (FNC) has been in continuous operation since 1972 and remains serving food-insecure, low-income families during this phase of the Coronavirus pandemic.
The Center, located at 14727 Timber Village Road, Groveland, is opened on Tuesday, Wednesday, and...
The Clermont Community Garden is almost complete, and you’re invited to the Groundbreaking Ceremony on Friday October 28, 2022 at 9 am. Following the ceremony, stay for some refreshments, pick up a garden gift and join in planting flowers...
Important Message to the Residents of Lake County:
Lake County now has 14 positive cases of the COVID-19 virus in Lake County in each of the following locations: Eustis, Sorrento, Lady Lake, The Villages, Mascotte, Groveland, Clermont (2), Leesburg (5),...
Suntoberfest is Suncreek Brewery’s take on Oktoberfest where they release their Deutschland Perle Seasonal. This is a full-street event with live music, and special German-inspired food. Join the fun.
Vendor inquiries are welcome. Contact the brewery at 407-850-8810 for more...
The South Lake Tablet, an online community news publication, recently received the Best of South Lake Award in the category of Digital /Print Publication. (see Best of South Lake Winners)
The South Lake Tablet is a family-owned business. The owners, Bill...
by Marty Proctor
On the afternoon of April 15, a man shot himself in the leg while waiting in line at the Groveland Publix, 7975 SR 50. Groveland Police reports show that around 5:45 pm a man waiting to check...
May Day (May 1) is the celebration of spring and the coming of the summer.
If you have been sheltered at home, celebrate spring by taking a trip to Kim's Cabbage Patch and finding a wide assortment of farm-fresh fruits and...
Montverde Academy - The Educational Technology and Innovation Program at Montverde Academy has recently been named a Full Sail University High School Partnership Program for its emphasis on creative thinking and hands-on curricula encouraging students to pursue their dreams within...
The Crooked Spoon Gastro Pub believes that their guests are the most important people in their day. With that in mind, during this trying time of COVID-19 uncertainty, the team has worked diligently to provide a truly safe and pleasant...
Improvements to Clermont’s Black Box Theater have been completed just in time for the curtain to go up on the first show of the season.
The Black Box Theater, a 192-seat intimate space in the Clermont Performing Arts Center, will...
When looking for doggie daycare or staycation resort in the Lake County area, consider Pat The Dog. There are few in the business who know more about pets and their special needs than the owner Pat Caracciolo.
Pat Caracciolo has been...
By Florida Lakes Symphony Orchestra
The Florida Lakes Symphony Orchestra will soon present their gala annual “Christmas & Hanukkah Concert”, with special guest conductor Carl Topilow of the Cleveland Pops.
Holiday Concert: World-renown Konstantin Dimitrov will be performing. This special holiday...
Sophie Davis was highly involved in multiple clubs around campus, including English Honor Society and Hi-Q Trivia club. Additionally, she spent this past school year as President of Science National Honor Society and as the Editor of the school newspaper. ...
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The Institute for County Government (ICG) presented Lake County Commission Vice Chair Wendy Breeden with the Advanced County Commissioner (ACC) designation following completion of a comprehensive study program developed by ICG. Commissioner Breeden received the designation along with three...
This Wednesday, February 21, The Clermont Police Department in partnership with Texas Roadhouse will host a TIP-A-COP fundraiser event for the Special Olympics Florida organization from 4 pm-8 pm.
Special Olympics Florida provides year-round sports training and competition to children...
On Saturday, if you hear sirens and see flashing lights in Clermont neighborhoods, there's a good chance it will be the big guy himself riding on a firetruck with a police escort!
"The City has just been notified that Santa himself is...
Sweet Cups Chef, located at 639 8th Street inside the new Downtown Exchange in Clermont, has opened and is ready for business.
Sweet Cups are 8-ounce, wide mouth mason jars filled with velvety smooth and creamy cheesecakes. The sweet cakes are...
Tiffany, a teen-pop sensation from the 1980s best known for her No. 1 hits, “I Think We’re Alone Now” and “Could’ve Been,” will perform at the Clermont Performing Arts Center Mainstage on March 16, at 8 p.m.
An Evening...
The 2023 Kiwanis Club of Clermont, "South Lake Citrus" Calendar" is available. Purchase the calendar before its too late. Take a step back in time when you view the historic citrus logos from long ago. The calendar is only...
Advent Health is building a Medical Health Park Campus on the 10.97 +/- acre site located at 14138 State Road 50 (by the intersection of State Road 50 and Citrus Tower Blvd. (on the site of the former Don Mealy...
Music Artist Collin Raye Will Take The Stage at 4 pm Today (Saturday, March 10th)
At 4 pm, contemporary country music artist Collin Raye will take the stage to perform his hits “On the Verge,” “One Boy, One Girl,” “What...
GROVELAND - Run or walk through the clay trails and endless rows of trees, take in the views of the rolling hills, and enjoy a unique experience at Cherrylake for the 2023 Farm Races presented by Orlando Health South...
It was a picture perfect launch for Mars 2020 Perseverance rover. Perseverance rose majestically from Cape Canaveral Air Force Station at 7:50 a.m. EDT
The spacecraft will land on Mars in February 2021 and the rover will spend, at least, one Mars...
The Florida Department of Health in Lake County recognizes the value in measuring health outcomes and today acknowledged the 2018 County Health Rankings & Roadmaps tool released by the University of Wisconsin and the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation. This...
Photos and Article by Chuck Seaver, South Lake Tablet
Friends and family gathered on Sunday, January 22nd to wish Frank J Klum of Clermont a happy 100th birthday. Klum, a WWII veteran was greeted at the door of the Clermont...
The Lake County Board of County Commissioners’ August 11 meeting will have limited in-person seating due to early voting in the rotunda of the Administration Building. Virtual viewing is strongly encouraged, and participants may comment live via Zoom.
The following...
It was in 2001 that Robert Scambia’s life started down a path he never imagined. One of his good friends, a New York City firefighter, said something prophetic, “If something bad happens, cook for fire departments and write a...
New Hope Christian Academy Students, K through 5th grade, were recognized recently with a ceremony acknowledging their accomplishments.
This month's terrific kids were: Zachary, Matthew, Lorelei, and Rebecca
Terrific Kids is a Kiwanis-sponsored program that supports character building and recognizes students...
Every challenge is an opportunity to improve and move forward. The new learning environment, whether it be online or on-campus, is an exciting, new adventure.
Wishing a very exciting and successful 2020 to our south Lake County students.
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