Project Scholars announced that the nonprofit organization will award a new scholarship this year to pay tribute to its longtime event manager Cheryl Fishel, who died in July 2020. The Cheryl Fishel Memorial Scholarship will be awarded for the...
by The Animal League
Coconut is a 6-year-old male Chihuahua that weighs just 6 pounds. Isn't his blue color unique? Coconut is just a sweet little guy. He just loves attention and loves, even more, to be held. And he is good...
Information shared by Marty Proctor
The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) is holding a public meeting on Feb 24, from 5:30 to 7:00 pm at First Baptist Church, 137 E. Cherry Street, Groveland. The meeting will be in regards to...
Lake County Commissioner Sean Parks and U.S. Rep. Ross Spano are inviting the public to attend Coffee & Conversations, an outreach meeting to be held on Thursday, August 29 from 1-3 pm at Mountaineer Coffee, located in the Citrus...
A Cat Call Regatta, aka Hobie Midwinters East, was recently brought to Clermont. The three-day Regatta was held on Lake Minneola beginning on Friday, March 4 at 10 am, and ended March 6 at 5 pm.
https://youtu.be/EqPIgzA5J94
The weather was...
It affects more Americans than diseases such as cancer, diabetes and heart disease combined. It can result in extremely long and costly hospital stays and a decreased ability in daily functioning.
Acute and chronic pain is a sad fact of...
submitted by The Animal League
Trixie is a 10-month-old, female, Hound blend looking for her furever home! She is expected to weigh approximately 35-45# when full grown. Her energetic personality can easily win your heart as she zooms through the...
Hurricane Dorian is now moving off the coast of Central Florida
LAKE COUNTY
GENERAL PUBLIC SHELTERS
The County’s six emergency shelters closed today, Wednesday, September 4, at noon. At peak time, 570 people, 66 special needs persons, and 57 pets were accommodated...
The Kiwanis Club of South Lake would like to thank Mandy Cooke for providing our club with a presentation on Take Stock in Children (TSIC). TSIC is a scholarship and mentoring program for high school students from financially disadvantaged...
The South Lake Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors voted unanimously to name the Outstanding Student Leader Award in honor of Clermont City Council Member, Ray Goodgame.
The Ray Goodgame Outstanding Student Leader Award was developed to honor students in...
By 1st Lt Cris Coniglio, PAO
Congratulations to Cadet Sargent David Jaros from the Civil Air Patrol’s Lake Composite Squadron in Leesburg, Florida for winning First Place in both the local and district levels for the VFW’s annual Patriot’s Pen...
Story and Photos By: Larry H. Oskin
Ritter’s Frozen Custard has been earning numerous awards and positive community spirit here in Clermont since 2016. Ritter’s Frozen Custard Restaurant got started here in Clermont when Tammy McCoy moved here as a...
British author Sharon Ward Keeble has written the best-selling book, 'My Rescue Pet Rescued Me', which celebrates humans and the animals they have rescued.
The author who resides in Clermont was inspired by her daughter’s bond with her rescue dog....
First Friday Food Truck events is planned for Friday, October 4 from 5:30 pm to 9:00 pm. There is something for everyone including a live band, food trucks, craft vendors, entertainment, a bounce house, vintage cars and a rock climbing...
Join the MPD on April 16 from 10 am to 1 pm for an Easter Celebration. The event is to raise awareness of Autism, behavioral and developmental needs. Easter egg hunt at noon.
Montverde Academy proudly presented the Green Turtle Cay Foundation with a check for $11,000 to help rebuild Green Turtle Cay, one of the smaller Bahamian islands, after the catastrophic Hurricane Dorian that has left many of the tiny island...
Submitted by Clermont Main Street
Clermont Main Street continues to host exciting family events with specialty foods, beautiful crafts and live entertainment in Downtown Clermont. There will always be something fresh, new, delicious and entertaining for everyone! Hundreds of visitors...
IMG Citrus, a family-owned, vertically-integrated citrus grower, packer, and shipper in Vero Beach, FL, is celebrating its 40 years of business. Their Florida Citrus business began in 1979 when Michel Sallin, IMG Citrus President, traveled to Florida seeking investment...
The Dark Side turned a bit brighter for a special occasion at AdventHealth for Women, as Darth Vader and some dedicated Stormtroopers from the 501st Legion greeted newborn babies and families in celebration of May 4 – “Star Wars Day.”
Members...
by The Animal League
Francine is a 5-year-old female Rotweiller that weighs about 80 pounds. She has been patiently waiting for her furever family for 390 days and is one of our Forever Hope adoptables. She is the most lovable...
attended a recent Kiwanis Club of Clermont meeting to plan for next year's Kiwanis Builders Club at Gray Middle. The program is mentored by school faculty advisors and Kiwanis member advisors.
Kiwanis Builders Club empowers middle school youth as they...
Feature Story & Photos By Larry H. Oskin
Education First (EF) has made an extraordinary positive mark on Central Florida with local volunteers host families and students from across the globe through the facilitation of an English Language Travel Program....
by Marty Proctor
The city of Groveland is creating and executing a consolidated plan for the future of the city. A series of presentations at the recent Centennial Celebration highlighted the future as seen by city planners, community leaders, local...
Submitted by Wayne Murphy, President, Read to Sydney
“I do believe something very magical can happen when you read a good book.” ~ J. K. Rowling
When a child learns to read, regardless of their physical or mental limitations, their world...
From Triathlons to Art-Infused wine strolls to Sunday Farmers' Market, all Roads Lead To Fun In Downtown Clermont.
Caribbean Jerk Festival
June 4 from 12:00 pm - 9:00 pm at Waterfront Park (330 Third Street, Clermont) Caribbean Jerk Festival is...
The 4th Annual Clermont Lighted Boat Parade, benefiting the South Lake Elks "Christmas for Kids" Program will be held on Saturday, December 7. There will be over $1,000 in donated prizes for the top 3 best-decorated boats. Boats must...
Minneola, Fla – On Friday, June 17 at 11 am enjoy a fabulous magic show with James Songster. James has been exciting families and Orlando visitors for over 25 years. Along with his bunny sidekick, ChaChing, the Amazing Bunny,...
The students at South Lake High School are putting their construction skills where their hearts are and building beds for children in need during the holiday season, in partnership with the nonprofit Sleep in Heavenly Peace (SHP). SHP believes...
The Lake County Board of County Commissioners recently renamed Hartle Road in Clermont to Ray Goodgame Parkway in memory of the deceased Clermont City Councilman.
Goodgame passed away at the age of 85 on July 28, 2019. He passionately served...
written by Kendyl Caldwell
The Christmas spirit was among all of the parkrunners, last weekend as the 126 participants ran, jogged, and walked along the beautiful shores of Lake Minneola towards fantastic results and a great morning. An impressive 24...
The Friends of the Cooper Memorial Library will be hosting the Summer Book Sale Friday, July 29, and Saturday, July 30, 2022, from 9:00 am until 3:00 pm at the Cooper Memorial Library in Clermont.
Books, CDs, DVDs, and puzzles will...
Three elementary school teachers received a surprise visit today from Superintendent Diane Kornegay and a caravan of representatives from the district, the Education Foundation of Lake County and Jenkins Auto Group.
The entourage visited Lake Cou
As an instructional coach, Ms....
The Clermont Police Department will host the next Coffee with a Cop event from 9:00-11:00 a.m. July 20, at Cheesers Palace Cafe, 707 W. Minneola Ave. Downtown Clermont.
The public will get to talk with local Clermont police officers and...
"Keeping the Dream Alive" sounded off loud and clear when over 100 vehicles and proud marchers paraded from McKinney Park, west on Desoto Street and down East Avenue to Downtown-Waterfront Park to celebrate the life and legacy of the...
On Sunday, August 7 from 8:30 am to 11:30 am, the VFW Auxiliary will be hosting breakfast at the VFW Lodge 855 W. Desoto St., Clermont
Eat-in or take-out.
For a donation of $8 enjoy:
3 pancakes with 3 slices of...
Article by Kendyl Cardwell
Saturday, January 18, was a very special parkrun, not only because of the many milestones achieved but also because of the return of some very important people in the parkrun community.
Karen and Tim Bowler are visiting...
The Lake County Division of Solid Waste’s vendor for residential trash and recycling collection, Waste Pro, will return to normal operations on Monday, Aug. 15. The vendor had been experiencing staffing shortages in the unincorporated South Lake County area.
For...
Employees at the Florida Department of Health in Lake County are raising women’s heart health awareness by participating and urging others in the community to wear red on Friday, February 7, 2020, the American Heart Association “National Wear Red...
Miller’s Ale House, located at 1555 S. Grand Hwy, Clermont, is now open.
On Monday, August 22 the doors opened. Dine in or Take out. Open daily for lunch and dinner and offering daily lunch and dinner specials. It offers 60+ TVs, large...
Boy Scout Troop 784 attended a Clermont City Council Meeting as part of the requirements to earn their Citizenship in the Community Merit Badge. This is one of the merit badges that scouts are required to earn if they...
September 2 - Kick off the weekend at the First Friday Food Truck Extravaganza in Downtown Clermont from 5:30 pm to 9 pm.
Bring your folding chairs and enjoy live music from Cain.
The School Board is focusing on one of seven options for how attendance boundaries will shift in preparation for the opening for two new schools in south Lake. That option, known as “6A,” would greatly relieve crowding at Sawgrass...
After 7 years of no millage increases, Clermont City Council is proposing an increase of approximately 30%. The current millage is 4.2. The rate would be capped at 5.5.
The increase will provide for costs incurred for the increase in needed...
Lake County has begun re-paving 92 miles of deteriorating roads as part of a multi-phase project to be completed over three years.
The Board of County Commissioners in 2019 allocated $10 million in sales tax revenue to repave 63 miles...
by Kimberly Hayes
Chronic illness is often misunderstood and carries a stigma because those who aren't affected by it do not know how to react. If your relative suffers from a chronic illness, South Lake Tablet shares some things you...
Out of an abundance of caution for the people of the parish, Blessed Sacrament will take the following steps to ensure their protection and assist with our nation’s preventive efforts.
Worship
We will continue to follow our regular Mass schedule.
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Submitted by The Animal League
These adorable boys are Pink and Floyd and recently lost their home. They are Best Furry Friends (BFF) and must go to their new home together. They are a Pekingese/Dachshund blend and are each 2-3...
Good Morning South Lake..... You should have plenty of time to read this entire update if you are following the directions of the State of Florida and staying at home.
The State of Florida is responding to COVID-19. In an...
CuraLeaf Dispensary
After years of neglect, the building on the corner of Hook Street and Hwy 27 is getting a facelift and will be ready to open later this year as a CuraLeaf Dispensary. Curaleaf is a leading medical and...
The Lake County Clerk of the Circuit Court and Comptroller is encouraging customers who wish to do business with the Clerk’s Office to ‘skip the trip’ to the Courthouse by using a variety of available online, over-the-phone, mail, and...