Article and Photos by Ted Luebbers
The Lake Composite Squadron of the Civil Air Patrol learned about possible career paths that aviation might offer when it comes time for them to decide on a vocation.
Members of the CAP visited the...
Sixty tables of handmade crafts and gift items from local artisans and small businesses as well as food and book bargains will be available on Saturday, October 8, from 9 am to 2 pm, at Minneola City Hall Gym, located at...
Save the date for the Town of Oakland’s Annual spring festival, Celebration Among the Oaks!
The 6th annual event will be held from 10 am - 1 p.m on Saturday, April 4 at the Town Center.
Free photos with the Easter...
While Supplies Last - Students, receive a backpack and school supplies at the Lake County Sheriff's Office 15855 SR 50, Clermont.
Lots of Activities and Dunk A Deputy from 9 am to 12 pm
Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida recently recognized several volunteers for their contributions to the organization and its mission to fight hunger.
One of the recipients honored at the 2022 Volunteer Awards was Minneola resident, Alfred “Al” Delio, who...
The Greater Clermont Cancer Foundation has (GCCF) is taking the recent Coronavirus health scare seriously. After much deliberation, the Board of GCCF has decided to reschedule the Bras for the Cause and Boxers too event for June 13, 2020.
GCCF Director...
Meet gorgeous Gabby! She's a calm kitty who has been at the Orlando Cat Cafe for a few months now.
Gabby is a little bit timid but yearns for attention and love from a furever human. She is one...
The Blessed Sacrament Council of Catholic Women is hosting a Makers Market event on Saturday, October 14 (5 pm -9 pm) and October 15 (9 am - 3 pm) at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church, 720 12th Street. This event...
The Lake County Agency for Economic Prosperity wants to make local businesses aware of the resources available to help mitigate the economic impact of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19).
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has activated the Business Damage Assessment survey to assess the impact of COVID-19 on Florida’s local business operations. The survey, managed by the Florida Department of...
submitted by the Animal League
Brother and Sister, Carlo and Luna, are looking for their forever home together and are 5 ½ years old. Not only are they both beautiful long-haired kitties, but they are very friendly, affectionate and cuddly....
Experience the Terrors of the Forest at the Lake Louisa State Park on Saturday, October 22, from 7 pm to 9 pm.
A $5 donation per person for the Haunted Hike will be used for park improvements, programs...
By Kendyl Cardwell,
Here in Clermont, the Bates family represents past and present sports success. Tim and Kimberly Bates, both former elite-level athletes, moved from Orlando to Clermont in 2003. Their daughter Bailey and their son Braden have since followed...
Article and Photos by Chuck Seaver, South Lake Tablet
The Clermont Police Department hosted the annual National Night Out (NNO) at Waterfront Park, 300 Third Street, Clermont on Tuesday, October 3rd, complete with law enforcement and public safety displays from...
Justin Jeremiah Martin of Real Life Christian Academy received the Ray Goodgame Outstanding Student Leader Award at October's South Lake Chamber of Commerce Breakfast. The Ray Goodgame Scholarship honors exceptional students in the South Lake area who serve as...
Lake County will begin spraying for mosquitoes earlier than usual this year due to an increase in mosquitoes brought on by warmer-than-usual temperatures. Starting April 6, Lake County residents may request mosquito spraying via an online form at www.lakecountyfl.gov/spraymyskeeters...
New Beginnings of Central Florida's 13TH annual Gala is just around the corner and is creating a lot of buzz in the community. Over 400 people are anticipated to attend. The 2023 Dancing Under the Stars Gala has 8...
Superintendent Diane Kornegay made the announcement on Friday, April 17, in a video posted on the Facebook pages for the district and the Education Foundation of Lake County. The foundation usually announces the winner at its annual Night of...
The Village Goldsmith was ready to celebrate its 26th Anniversary and also being chosen for the 4th consecutive year as "The Best Jewelry Store in South Lake County when along came Covid-19.
Betty, Jose, Matt, Monica and Jim chose to interrupt...
Lake-Sumter State College has received $299,840 from the Florida Pathways to Career Opportunities grant program for a new electrician apprenticeship program.
“The Pathways to Career Opportunities Grant puts funding behind a time-tested workforce education model focused on talent development and...
Teamont Boba is coming to Downtown Clermont. The new business, located at 792 W. Montrose, will serve quality boba tea drinks that are extremely rich in flavor.
Boba Tea (sometimes referred to as bubble tea) offers authentic fresh tea and fresh toppings, including...
As the nation, state and local community continue to work toward slowing the spread of the COVID-19 coronavirus, Lake County Schools is considering the impact on teachers’ and students’ return to school in August.
The district has created two surveys...
The city of Clermont may not be holding its annual “Red, White and Boom!” this year but that isn’t keeping our little friend from celebrating Independence Day! Before cooking out and perhaps setting off a few fireworks of your...
Toastmasters International is holding a series of contests for International Speech and Table Topics during the month of February. Speech contests are an important part of the Toastmasters educational program. They provide an opportunity for Toastmasters to gain speaking...
Alexis Gamez, who will be a senior at Leesburg High School this fall, was elected to a national officer position in SkillsUSA, a career and technical student organization that brings together students, teachers and industry to ensure America has...
Tin Lizzies from all over the country will be converging in Lake County the week of March 5th. On their last day in the County, they will make the journey from The Mission Inn to Clermont for a day...
FROM FDOT:
Beginning Tuesday, July 21, the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) will begin shifting traffic on State Road 33 to a temporary bridge in preparation for the demolition of the old Green Swamp Bridge and construction of a replacement...
The Friends of Lake Louisa State Park invite you to attend their annual Nature Fest event on Saturday, March 31 from 9 am – 2 pm on the main beach of Lake Louisa.
Nature Fest is a family-oriented, nature friendly event...
Hurricane season runs from June 1 - November 30 and it's always a good idea to be prepared.
Have a Plan and Maintain an Emergency Kit containing:
Water: Enough for drinking, cooking and sanitation purposes
Food: Non-perishable packaged or canned...
Brian Broadway was taken by surprise when Dave Colby, Chamber of Commerce president, announced Brian as the recipient of the Gem of the Hills Award. The well-deserved award was presented to Brian at March's Chamber Breakfast.
Brian has a passion...
The Lake County Board of County Commissioners on Aug.11 discussed strategies for the most effective and impactful distribution of additional Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act funding to be received to assist more businesses and residents in...
April marks the switch to seasonally adjusted hours for the MidWeek Market at Montverde, the area’s new Farmer’s Market held each Wednesday in the Town of Montverde’s Kirk Park. The event is now 11:00am–4:00pm every Wednesday. The new hours...
"The Town of Oakland’s Historic African American Cemetery is being recommended for Florida’s Historic Preservation Grant in the amount of $25,000. The Town’s is the top-ranking project of the 58 recommended proposals statewide.
The cemetery is the resting place of...
For close to a year, the ongoing saga of where to place the city’s boat ramp has been a dilemma faced by Clermont City Council. The city’s Master Plan indicated that a new boat ramp would be built at...
Sweet Nothings Marketplace, located on 856 W. Myers Blvd., Mascotte, has something for everyone. Browse a wide collection of Farmhouse, Shabby Chic, Primitive, Country, and Antiques. Shop graphic tees, enamelware, furniture, candles, seasonal decor, Simply Southern Mudpie, Bridgewater Candles,...
Each year, the South Lake Chamber of Commerce organizes a 12-week Wellness Challenge, a competition to see who can lose the most weight and pursue a healthier lifestyle overall. Justin Allender of First Green Bank, Glenn Holcomb of Mighty...
Zapp's Rolling Stove LLC has recently opened on the campus of Lake Sumter State College-Clermont. The family-owned and operated business is located at 1250 North Hancock Road, Clermont at the Dupee Cafe.
MEET TYRE AND BRITTANY JONES (VIDEO)
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The South Lake...
The Boston Marathon has been called the Superbowl of Marathons. Runners only get in by hitting qualification standards in smaller marathons (26.2 miles). Kimberly Grogan, a local mom of two and with her husband Kevin owns and operates Gear...
Articles and Photos by Larry Oskin
Candidates Tim Murry and Diane Travis vying for Clermont City Council Mayor -- Seat 3
Tim Murry is a native Clermont resident, who graduated from Clermont High School in 1972. He is married to Kassier...
By Doris Bloodsworth
Although there has not been a Groveland or Clermont High School in south Lake County since 1993, the spirit of the alumni is stronger than ever.
On April 21, the Groveland Greenbacks celebrated their annual reunion, and the...
During a recent COVID-19 press conference in The Villages, Gov. Ron DeSantis announced that the Florida Division of Emergency Management is distributing BinaxNOW rapid tests across the state to senior communities and long-term care facilities, as well as other...
Meet Vianca Patino
THE SOUTH LAKE TABLET is proud to announce a new addition to our team: our summer intern, Vianca Patino. Vianca graduated Magna Cum Laude in 2015 from East Ridge High School and received her AA degree in general studies...
Article and Photos By Ted Luebbers
It all started about a year ago, in 2019 when a 1964 Cessna 150 D was donated to the Experimental Aircraft Association Chapter 534 in Leesburg, Florida.
Some people thought that the plane had come...
Lake County’s fertilizer ordinance is intended to help reduce nutrient-loading in urban landscapes by adding application restrictions using Florida-Friendly Landscaping principles. The ordinance, recommended by the Keep Lake Beautiful Committee and approved by the Board of County Commissioners last...
It was a beautiful morning for the Clermont Clay 15k race with 840 finishers running in this one-of-a-kind race on a 10 mile stretch of clay road in South Lake County. A new race format provided social distancing at...
Hurricane Season officially begins on June 1
Take time this week to prepare
For the next seven days, June 1 – June 7, qualifying items related to disaster preparedness are exempt from sales tax.
Tax Exempt Items include:
Reusable ice (reusable ice...
Erika’s Tea Room wants to help everyone enjoy the year-end holidays with perfect cups of tea, delicious scones and more for every celebration! Erika’s Tea Room Scones now successfully bakes and ships thousands of their delicious ‘Florida Famous Scones’...
City Manager Darren Gray said the public is invited to several upcoming meetings that will provide updates to the City’s Master Plan and other improvements in the downtown-waterfront district. The community will have the opportunity to provide feedback to...
The Town of Oakland’s beloved Light Up Oakland/Santa Day event will look a bit different this year, but the Town is committed to making the celebration even more special. This year, “Santa’s Lane Drive Through Christmas” will be marked...
The Florida League of Cities recently announced that the City of Clermont is the recipient of the 2018 Spirit Award. The Spirit Award is the League’s highest and most prestigious award recognizing a city that has created and implemented...
Thanks to a partnership with Lake County, Lake-Sumter State College is offering students in Workforce programs financial support for Spring 2021.
Eligible students can receive a grant to cover the costs of up to three courses for the spring semester....