Get ready to lace up your sneakers for another worthy cause in Clermont.
The Clermont Police Department will host Lake County’s annual Break the Silence Stop the Violence 5K to benefit Haven of Lake and Sumter Counties. The event will...
SCORE is a nonprofit association dedicated to helping small businesses get off the ground, grow and achieve their goals through education and mentorship. If you are growing a new business, it helps to think carefully about your optimal organizational structure.
This...
Article and Photos by Ted Luebbers
The Experimental Aircraft Association Chapter 534 based at the Leesburg International Airport in Leesburg,
Florida hosted a very successful Fly-In and pancake breakfast on Saturday, September 28.
It was a perfect day for flying without a...
Article and pictures by Larry Oskin and Michelle Delaney
This is the second in the series dedicated to the people whose names appear on the plaques appearing along the brick walkway between West and Minneola Streets in Downtown Clermont. The plaques...
Lake County Solid Waste is encouraging Lake County residents to dispose of unwanted household hazardous materials in a safe and environmentally conscious way at an upcoming collection event.
The County’s Household Hazardous Waste Mobile Unit will be collecting the items...
Lake County will accept applications for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program funding from municipalities and non-profit agencies from April 18 – May 27. The anticipated allocation for FY 2022 will be approximately $1,513,925.00.
The Community Development Block Grant Program...
Feature Story and Photos By Larry H. Oskin
David Ezell was sworn in this past week as the new Clermont Fire Chief at a special city hall installation ceremony. Ezell replaces retiring Fire Chief Carle Bishop, after his stellar 49...
Submitted by the Clermont Historical Society
The Clermont Historical Society proudly announces the upcoming dedication of the newly constructed Chapel at the Historic Village. The beautiful Chapel was designed to resemble the early churches built by the pioneer settlers of...
Written by Kendyl Cardwell
One of Clermont’s most disturbing tales began over 100 years ago in 1908 when a couple, Sarah and Isham Stewart, first moved to Lake County. Only 10 years after their arrival, they were murdered in their...
Each and every day the Clermont Police Department works tirelessly to protect its citizens and once a year, recognizes those who exemplify the standards and values of the department. The CORE values are Courage, Honor, Integrity, Professionalism and Service Above Self.
The Clermont Police Department...
Veterans' Day is not just a day off from school, it's the day that citizens honor those who served in the military protecting and preserving our way of life.
Veterans Day 2019 was observed on November 11 at Clermont Waterfront...
Lake County - The Lake County Library System will kick off its annual summer program for children, teens and adults featuring the theme “Oceans of Possibilities” which celebrates the natural world.
The program runs from June to July with more...
Jingle all the way to Minneola for the smooth sounds of the Osceola Arts Big Band. Hear their live, FREE Holiday concert on Sunday, November 24 from 3 pm -4 pm at the Minneola City Hall at 800 US-HWY...
Memorial Day signals the beginning of summer, a day to break out the barbeque utensils and enjoy food, fun and family. But it's also the day set aside to honor and remember those who served and died for their...
Clermont VFW Post 5277 and its Auxiliary recently delivered a community service grant of $1000 to Sawgrass Bay Elementary School Principal Andrea Steenken and Katherine Self for their "Comfort Closet".
The Comfort Closet is used for food, clothing and footwear for...
INDIANAPOLIS — Flag Day is celebrated annually on June 14 to commemorate the adoption of the U.S. flag on June 14, 1777, by resolution of the Second Continental Congress. The flag symbolizes the pride of our nation and serves...
The 2020-21 school year will begin on Monday, August 10, 2020, for Lake County Schools and will include Veterans Day as a student holiday, five days off at Thanksgiving and a little more than two weeks off for winter...
Clermont's Red, White and Boom, 4th of July celebration will be held at Waterfront Park bringing food trucks, live music from The Actual Bank Robbers, and ending with fireworks over Lake Minneola.
The event will be held from 7 pm...
The Council on Occupational Education (COE) recognized Lake Technical College for completing forty-five years of accredited status at the Council’s Annual Meeting in Reno, Nevada on November 13-15, 2019. Lake Technical College which became initially accredited with COE in...
Snacks & FACTS
High Blood Pressure & Stroke Prevention
Wednesday, July 13 at 11:30 am at 466 W. Montrose, Clermont
Dr. Gustavo Sosa will present a comprehensive overview on
High Blood Pressure and Stroke Prevention as well as which Medicare
Options are available to you.
To register,...
Clermont Police are investigating a fatal crash involving two vehicles and a pedestrian that occurred in the area of SR 50 and Sand Hill View Boulevard, Clermont, FL.
At approximately 11:45 pm, on January 5, 2020, Clermont Police Patrol and...
by Linda Charlton, South Lake Tablet
In honor of #PetFireSafetyDay (July 15) the folks at Orlando Cat Cafe have continued their tradition of donating pet-sized oxygen masks to Lake County Fire Rescue. Cat Cafe owner Sandy Cagan presented three sets...
YogaSix celebrated the recent opening, located at 2305 South Hwy 50, Clermont at the Clermont Landing. The South Lake Chamber of Commerce hosted the ribbon cutting welcoming YagaSix to the business community.
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Yoga Six is offering one month of unlimited classes...
While the Clermont Woman's Club is on hiatus for the summer, it doesn't stop their committees from meeting and planning for the upcoming year. The Fashion Show Committee recently met at the clubhouse to begin planning the fall show...
The Clermont Downtown Partnership continues to host exciting new Downtown Clermont First Friday Food Truck events with the next one planned for Friday night, February 7 from 5:30 to 9 PM. With a new live band, food trucks, craft...
Feature Article and Photos by Larry H. Oskin, South Lake Tablet
On August 8, The South Lake Chamber of Commerce hosted a political pre-election event for the South Lake community to meet many of the candidates up for election and...
The Clermont Police Department is launching a new initiative to support autism awareness.
With your help, the department is participating in the nationwide New Rochelle Police Autism Patch Challenge. You can purchase custom Clermont Police patches starting now for just...
On Friday, August 19, The South Lake Chamber of Commerce welcomed First Responders to its First Responders Appreciation Breakfast at the Clermont Performing Arts Center.
Clermont Police Chief Charles Broadway kicked off the morning's program and introduced the Lake Minneola...
Companies can pay to have their logos displayed on the scoreboards at Hancock Park, 3301 Hancock Road.
This advertising placement puts companies in front of thousands of residents and visitors who come to the city’s fields.
Those who sign up by...
Article by Grant Mollett, Photos by Dave Worthington
East Ridge High School
Inverness, Florida
The East Ridge High School girls cross country team opened the 2022 season, as they competed in the Whispering Pines Invitational at Whispering Pines Park in Inverness, Florida. It...
Clermont Toastmasters (https://www.clermonttoastmasters.org), invites residents to its open house to meet members and watch special guest speaker Manal Fakhoury, President and CEO of Fakhoury Leadership International talk about the importance of communication skills for today’s professional. The Open House...
On Thursday, September 8, at 7 am, the new Clermont Publix, located in the Home Depot Shopping Center, opened its doors and customers were able to enjoy a "different type of Publix".
Near the entrance of the store is a...
Max, the well-known rooster, who has been living for the past few years in downtown Clermont close to the Clermont Historic Village, has relocated to a rooster-friendly environment.
Mad Max Takes A Stand!
Max is an aging rooster who has had...
Clermont Main Street, an organization comprised of downtown businesses and community partners passionate about investing in the longstanding heart of Clermont, has named Maritza Rivera as its new Executive Director.
“Maritza brings the energy and firepower of a seasoned events...
Lori Toth, a member of the Clermont Garden Club, is seen here with Librarian Amy Hand. Lori is sharing her Dieffenbachia (“Dumb Cane”) plant this month at the front desk of the Cooper Memorial Library. This plant is very...
submitted by Reed Markham, Assistant Director ...
Suncreek Brewery issues a Statement
Sorry folks, we’re out of options. By order of Gov. Desantis, we’ll be closing for 30 days. There is an open question if “to-go” growler sales will be allowed. We hope to have clarification soon....
Project Scholars, host of Pig on the Pond Community Festival, and FloDash Events are partnering to bring a 5K race back to the popular festival celebrating its 24th year at Waterfront Park.
Runners and walkers of all ages are encouraged to register...
It can be very stressful trying to keep you and your children busy while waiting for COVID-19 to run its course.
Take advantage of the Free educational resources below:
Academic Earth – View hours of free lectures and course materials from...
submitted by The Kiwanis Club of Clermont
The students were presented with certificates and gift cards to local businesses in honor of their accomplishments.
The inaugural event was held on October 14, 2022 with parents, staff and friends present to observe...
With proms canceled and graduation ceremonies postponed, parents, teachers and others are looking for opportunities to celebrate the Class of 2020 despite the global pandemic that has the state under a stay-at-home order.
So, what could have been a routine...
In support of the COVID-19 order that Gov. DeSantis signed on April 29, Lake County Commission Chairman Leslie Campione signed an order today providing additional protocols and guidelines for residents and businesses. To view the order, visit https://bit.ly/LCEmergencyOrder.
“This order...
The City of Clermont’s downtown promotional video recently won two public relations awards. Businesses are opened, following COVID-19 safety regulations, and ready to greet you. Visit downtown Clermont and see what's happening!
The video promotes Clermont’s recently reenergized downtown resulting...
Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, the City of Clermont canceled its annual 4th of July Red, White & Boom fireworks celebration at Waterfront Park.
Red, White & Boom, an annual, free event, has always been a family favorite, with lots of...
Sunday, June 7, 2020, high school seniors were honored at Tuscanooga Baptist Church during the second-morning worship service. Each graduate received a Bible with their name engraved on the front. Presenting the graduates to the congregation was Youth Pastor...
By Linda Charlton
There are major changes in the works for Clermont Middle School, but the first of those changes has nothing to do with school district plans to raze most of the campus and rebuild it as a K-8...
On Sunday, March 11, from 3-5 pm, supporters of The Animal League are joining forces to organize a live Chicago Tribute Concert to raise funds for the life-saving work of The Animal League.
The headlining entertainment, Orlando Transit Authority, is...
by Erika Shanoff
Erika’s Tea Room wants to help everyone enjoy the perfect cup of tea! Erika’s Tea Room of Clermont is quickly gaining national attention for their tea and scone expertise. Here are some tips from Erika Shanoff, co-owner...
Lake-Sumter State College (LSSC) recently hosted its annual High School Counselor’s Conference in Leesburg with over 100 educators in attendance.
At this year’s event, five local educators were honored for their commitment to student success and LSSC’s dual enrollment program....