The City of Groveland partners with Hope International Church and local sponsors to provide 430 pizzas and 350 two-liter cokes, to community residents.
During this national pandemic, many families have experienced personal hardship as it relates to food sources and options. ...
Celebrate gifted education in Lake County on November 3 from 5 pm to 7 pm.
Learn about the gifted program for grades K-5 in Lake County. Hear about resources available to parents and their students who are gifted. Participate in...
Today is Earth Day and today, the Earth received the best gift ever! By staying home, we are allowing her to heal. She's looking great! If you have a picture of beautiful south Lake area, share it. Send it...
On Saturday, November 12, the Clermont Police Department brought bike safety to children 6-12 years old at the Clermont Arts and Recreation Center.
The Clermont Police Rad Ride event, a free program, educated the kids on bike safety, provided helmet fittings...
By Article and Photos by Ted Luebbers
The board of directors of the Experimental Aircraft Association Chapter 534 is proud to announce the 2020 winner of a $ 10,000 Ray Scholarship from their Aviation Youth Program, called Squadron 534.
The winner is...
Submitted by Tom Madden
The South Lake Pregnancy and Family Care Center recently held its first very successful Abundant Life Gala at the Mission Inn. Participants were there to celebrate and support this gem in the Clermont and surrounding...
On Friday, May 29 and Saturday, May 30, from 8:00 am to 2:00 pm, a yard sale will be held at 12552 Scottish Pine Lane (Greater Pines subdivision), Clermont to benefit Read To Sydney. Read to Sydney is a non-profit...
Minneola's 5th Annual Moonlight Christmas Parade will be held on Saturday, December 10th at 6 pm. The parade starts on Disston Avenue and the route includes portions of Disston Ave., Seminole Ave., Pearl St., Main Ave., Silverton St. and...
A Note from the City of Clermont and its Police Department Regarding Recent Protests:
The City of Clermont and the Clermont Police Department would like to express their deepest condolences to the family, friends and loved ones of George Floyd.
Due...
On Saturday, January 21, 2023, a 5k Foam Race and the 2nd Annual Art Festival to support Minneola’s phase two of the “Murals on the Trail” Project will be held.
The day begins at 8 am with a Foam 5K...
The City of Minneola is hosting a free food distribution event at Minneola City Hall, 800 N. Highway 27, Minneola, on Friday, June 19th, from 10 am until 2:00 pm. or until supplies run out.
Participants should enter using the...
Lake Technical College raised funds and awareness for breast cancer in October by designing and selling t-shirts! Lake Tech students contributed to the t-shirt design that incorporated Lake Tech’s logo, the United States flag and the breast cancer awareness...
by Michelle Delaney
Early this morning, hundreds of cars lined up with drivers and passengers waiting to be tested for the COVID virus at Real Life Christian Church, 1501 Steve's Road, Clermont.
Many individuals who test positive will show no signs...
The 24th Annual Ambassador Breakfast was held Friday, February 16 at the Wesley Center, Clermont.
The East Ridge High School's Rhythm of the Knight entertained at the Chamber breakfast.
Click: East Ridge High School's Rhythm of the Knight
The Public Service Award...
Wekiva Youth Camp in Apopka, FL is a residential nature camp sponsored by the Florida Federation of Garden Clubs, Inc. (FFGC) for the purpose of instilling a love and respect for the REAL, NATURAL Florida in our youth through nature study, conservation...
The Lake County Clerk of the Circuit Court and Comptroller is now accepting online payments for most fees and fines owed for traffic and criminal cases. Previously, only traffic tickets were available for online payments.
“We are excited to enhance...
Congratulations to the Clermont Environmental Services Team
Mayor Gail Ash and the City Council congratulated the Clermont Environmental Services Director Dennis Westrick and the Water Management Team on receiving the prestigious 2017 Plant Operations Excellence Award from the Florida Department...
Have you considered a new career for the New Year? Lake Technical College is offering an excellent opportunity for Lake County residents which includes a scholarship that fully covers program tuition, lab fees, books, uniforms and state exam fees. ...
It's Friday! Kick-off the weekend by celebrating National Tequila Day.
Tequila is a type of mezcal made using at least 51 percent of the sugars of the blue agave, which is cooked, shredded or mashed, fermented, double distilled, and...
Hiawatha Preserve has been described by the city of Clermont as a “passive park.” It is a place where environmentalist, naturalists, photographers and learning groups will gather to appreciate and learn. Runners, bicyclists, families, and visitors will enjoy a tranquil...
Oakland Town Manager Steve Koontz invites you to join him for coffee and conversations.
Coffee with the Town Manager will be held from 9-10 a.m. on Thursday, Feb. 9, at the Healthy West Orange Arts & Heritage Center at the...
The Clermont Garden Club (CGC) is hosting a workshop that guides you through the creation of a succulent container garden.
The event is scheduled for Saturday, August 29, from 10 am to noon. The CGC is located at 849...
The City of Clermont has suspended charging $5 daily fees to use the city's boat ramp at Waterfront Park and has issued refunds for season pass-holders. Checks for the annual $35 season-pass fees were mailed Monday.
City Manager Darren Gray...
Clermont's first responders are trading in patrol ears and fire trucks for bats and gloves Saturday when the two departments face off in a charity softball game.
The departments are teaming up with the Kiwanis Club of South Lake and the...
Throughout Lake County, over 42,000 students and 3,000 teachers will, in some way, head Back To School next week. Due to the virus pandemic, students will start the school year with four different learning options:
Full-time traditional, face-to-face learning...
Three South Lake High School 12th grade students officially signed college letters of intent to play ball.
Enthusiastic parents, coaches, and teammates watched the ceremonial signings with great pride. Each of the students has been playing ball for many years...
Presented by the Clermont Garden Club
Members of the Clermont Garden Club have been hard at work planning for their 18th Garden Walk: “Tour Private Home Gardens”. The first Garden Walk was held in 2001 and the tradition has continued....
by Michelle Delaney
National Red Wine Day falls on Friday, April 28. Friday is the beginning of a beautiful weekend and the perfect reason to pour a glass of red wine, relax, and savor the taste.
Personally, I like white wines but...
Weather Forecast for this Evening: A Starry, Balmy Night
It's the perfect evening to get out and enjoy a Movie Under the Stars.
Movie Under the Stars, a free program for families and friends, will be held at Waterfront Park this...
Just in time to celebrate the commencement of Spring here in beautiful Lake County, and in honor of the beginning of new life and the passing down of family traditions and our love for family, “Pastfinders Presents: A Cultural...
The last day for parents to enroll students in Lake County Virtual School is 4 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 13.
Registration will reopen for the spring term at a later date.
Enrollment requests for Lake County Virtual School soared this year...
Submitted by Delia Ruck, Lake Minneola High School Guidance
Lake Minneola High School recently hosted its third Annual ROTC Induction ceremony to honor those students who decided to join the United States Armed Forces.
On Thursday, April 12th, the Clermont Marine Corps...
By The ERHS Theatre Department
Mamma Mia! is a classic, funny, romantic musical stuffed full of ABBA music about a woman preparing for her daughter’s wedding only to find out that her daughter has invited 3 previous lovers to the wedding...
Parents do not have to wait until the end of the first nine weeks to make the change. In many cases, it’s better to change sooner rather than later.
Many parents who signed their students up for virtual learning at...
Citrus Hearing Clinic hosted an open house to celebrate its grand opening. Members of the South Lake Chamber of Commerce officiated at the ribbon cutting to welcome Dr. Laura Pratesi, founder of the clinic, into the business community. Those...
For nearly 45 years, Beta Theta-ESA, a local service organization, has provided support to the community. They have provided many charitable organizations in need, with loving assistance and have awarded scholarships to students to prepare for our future. With...
Loyal patrons of the annual Lady of the Lakes Renaissance Faire will be able to experience what it is like to step back in time to late 17th century England through a day-long series of interactive and educational activities...
The Clermont Woman’s Club held its installation of new officers on Tuesday, May 1, at a luncheon at the Outback Restaurant in Clermont.
The General Federation of Women’s Club Seventh District Director, Susan Boreman of Apopka, came and conducted the...