Congratulations to the Real Life Christian Academy Terrific Kids for the month of May 2021
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Kensley Duffy, Adan Muniz, Asher Deveau, Braden Cornett,
Kennedy Mink, Ryley Diana, Tessa Temple, Rosalie Esposito,
Faith Schlotzhauer, Ymaris Almonte.
Terrific Kids is a character-building program...
You won’t want to miss the Clermont Performing Arts Center’s (CPAC) special December lineup.
Two-holiday shows, an Emmy-winning producer and Clermont’s first-ever dueling piano show are coming to Lake County’s largest event venue this month. Mark your calendars and invite...
Thrive PopUps are designed for teens 13-18 years old. The program offers a safe and fun environment for teens to learn new skills and hobbies from local experts. Thrives efforts are focused on key life skills, mentoring and career...
More than 660 runners, many of them dressed in holiday festive attire, were greeted at the finish line by Santa at SommerSports Twilight 5K holiday-themed run in Downtown Clermont last Saturday, December 15.
Jeremy Arguelles, Mascotte, was the first over...
The Town of Oakland is proud to announce that $500,000 has been earmarked in the 2021-22 State of Florida budget for the Oakland South Lake Apopka Initiative.
The state funding will help pay for the design and construction of the...
The Clermont Downtown Partnership continues to host exciting new Downtown Clermont First Friday Food Truck events with the next one planned for Friday night, January 4 from 5:30 pm to 9 pm. With a live band, food trucks, special...
Article and pictures by Larry Oskin/Michelle Delaney
Alan Rosen, the recently hired Lake Couty Manager, was the guest speaker at June's South Lake Chamber of Commerce breakfast. Rosen has a great sense of humor, quick wit, and an informal yet...
submitted by The Animal League
Barry is a Blue-tick Coon Hound Blend that is about 2 years old and is 55 pounds. Barry is a very friendly guy and loves to talk.
Come on out and adopt me or one of my...
Clermont police officers responded to the area of CR455 and SR 50 at approximately 10 pm last night July 3, 2021, in reference to a male subject that was injured in the parking lot.
Upon arrival, officers observed an adult...
With temperatures dropping this evening, three Lake County churches are opened to those vulnerable to the cold weather.
LifePointe Church, located at 3551 E. Orange Ave., Eustis,
Trinity Assembly of God, 200 Urick St., Fruitland Park, and in south...
The Town of Oakland is highlighting Giselle and Erik, a vocal and guitar duo on and off the stage, on Friday, July 23 from 11 am to 3 pm with a live music performance on the porch of the...
Thirty food trucks lined the streets of downtown Clermont at the recent Mega Food Truck Rally hosted by Clermont Downtown Partnership.
Mega Winners!
Best in Show Award: Willy T’s Crabshack.
The People’s Choice Award: Big Belly’s.
Best Overall Awards:
First Place: Jewels Café
Second Place:...
Celebrate Valentine’s Week with a new French Kiss Concert performed by the Florida Lakes Symphony Orchestra here in the Mount Dora / Eustis area and in Clermont with guest conductor Alexel Izmirliev.
French Kiss Concert: This exciting concert performance will...
Clermont Police Sergeant Chris Martin was recognized at the Clermont City Council meeting as the 2020 Superintendent of the Year.
Clermont Police Chief Charles Broadway described Sergeant Christopher Martin's long list of accomplishments.
"Sergeant Chris Martin joined the Clermont Police Department...
The Cagan Crossings Farmers’ Market will host a Healthy Living Day on Friday, February 22nd from 9 am – 2 pm. The event will be devoted to health-related vendors and activities and One Blood’s Big Red Bus will be...
Congregation Sinai of Central Florida plans to observe the Jewish High Holidays with special services. Congregation Sinai has been serving the Jewish Community of Central Florida since 2003. This year, Congregation Sinai will share special prayer sessions with members...
The Clermont Women's Club is offering three, one thousand dollar scholarships, to a graduating female from each of the following high schools: East Ridge, Lake Minneola and South Lake.
The application can be downloaded from the Clermont Woman's Club web site Clermontwomansclub.org, or...
Lake County Schools, in partnership with the Florida Department of Health in Lake, will offer the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine to all employees, community members and eligible students at high schools across the county starting next week.
Participants must bring identification,...
Lake County Transit is offering a new service to allow riders to purchase fares via a mobile phone app. As part of Lake County’s commitment to providing a better customer experience, the new service will give customers a cashless...
Lake-Sumter State College is hosting its semiannual Welcome Back Bash for students next week. In addition to free food, live music, and activities including a rock-climbing wall, students can meet clubs and resources available on campus.
In collaboration with the...
Lake County Supervisor of Elections, Alan Hays, announces upcoming election worker information sessions.
If you have ever wondered what it takes to work on Election Day or during Early Voting, here is your opportunity to find out. The Lake County...
William Alfred Suggs Veterans Of Foreign Wars Post 5277 placed a memorial in honor the 13 U.S Servicemembers (11 Marines, 1 Navy Sailor and 1 Army Soldier) killed in a suicide bombing attack in Kabul on August 26.
Marine...
Belk Store of Clermont, 270 Citrus Tower Blvd, along with all Belk Stores, will be having a Back to School KidsFest on Saturday, March 30, from 12 pm – 3 pm. This event is to celebrate those special children...
By Kiwanian Chuck Seaver,
Although Cheryl is a new member of the Kiwanis Club of Clermont, she is not new to the Kiwanis family. Cheryl comes to us from the west coast of the United States with an extensive background...
April 6th kicks off Montverde's Spring Concert In The Park Series. Bring your lawn chairs and enjoy the sounds of Blue Stone Circle at the Kirk Park Stage, 17436 Division Street. Music and fun begin at 6 pm. The...
The City of Winter Garden has launched a “Living Local” campaign to encourage local participation and support of one’s hometown. The intent of the campaign is to build awareness of the community’s attributes, special events, and the importance of...
By Larry Oskin
The Community Foundation of South Lake (CFSLC) is building a better community through philanthropy, collaboration and leadership.
History: The Community Foundation of South Lake was formed in June 1995 as the result of the sales agreement between...
The International Waterski & Wakeboard Federation (IWWF) is hosting the 2021 Visit Lake County Florida World Waterski Championships at Jack Travers Waterski School in Groveland. The biennial event will feature a field of more than 200 elite water skiers...
Millions of Americans will celebrate Earth Day on Monday, April 22.
The City of Clermont has declared April 'Water Conservation Month" and asked each citizen and business to help protect our precious resource, by practicing water saving measures and becoming...
Lake County residents are invited to help combat mosquito populations and keep the community clean by participating in Waste Tire Amnesty Day. Residents with photo I.D. and proof of address may dispose of up to 24 passenger car tires...
by Marty Proctor
Friday, April 26 - The Florida Angler in downtown Clermont hosted Coffee & Conversations with Lake County Commissioner Sean Parks, Sheriff Peyton Grinnell, and School Board Member Marc Dodd.
The informal, on-going meetings provided an opportunity for South...
Clermont Performing Arts Center presents My Mother’s Italian, My Father’s Jewish & I’m in Therapy. Steve Solomon, the star and author of the one-man show, brings to the stage dozens of wild characters. The audience follows along on this wonderfully funny...
Submitted by the Animal League
Gretchen is a female Terrier Blend that is 3 months old and will be 40-50 pounds full grown. Gretchen is a very playful and lovable puppy.
Come on out and adopt me or one of my friends!...
The Community Foundation of South Lake County (CFSLC) recently honored over 130 of their donors, non-profit organizations, dignitaries and guests at a breakfast at Clermont's City Center. The keynote speaker for the event was Dave Krepcho, President & CEO of Second Harvest...
Sydney's friends are on a mission to help children read, one "tail" at a time. For almost 8 years, Read to Sydney has been helping the children in the south Lake Community to learn to read. Not only does...
The Chick-Fil-A Christmas Spectacular Light Up the Citrus Tower Ceremony will take place on Friday, November 26, at 7 pm. The show will then continue every night through the end of the year between 6 pm-10 pm.
The Citrus Tower stands...
The Friends of the Minneola Schoolhouse Library are having their big summer Book, Bake & Craft sale, Saturday, June 8 from 8 am-2 pm. It is the library's biggest fundraiser, and all the proceeds benefit the library. We are...
The Cooper Memorial Library will host Victoria Schultz live with a program of harp music generously sponsored by the Friends of the Cooper Memorial Library on Thursday, December 9th, at 5:30 p.m.
Join us for soothing and beautiful harp music performed...
There is no better way to learn what's happening in your community than to attend a council/board meeting.
Before a meeting, you can review the agenda posted on the city's website. If interested, drop on by and don't be shy....
Lake, Marion and Sumter County residents and healthcare providers are invited to share their views on health and healthcare by taking a 10-minute survey at www.WellFlorida.org
The Community Health Needs Assessment Survey is being conducted by the region’s health planning council...
The Lake County Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller’s Office is leading the effort to ensure that if a disaster strikes, some of its critical services, such as finance and court operations, continue to function by performing its...
submitted by Chuck Seaver, president of the Kiwanis Club of Clermont
Congratulations to the Real Life Christian Academy's Terrific Kids for December!
Olivia Clinton (4th Grade), Samuel Radke (5th Grade), Aideen Patrick (4th Grade), Lucas Rojas (5th Grade).
Sarah Radke (3rd Grade),...
Robbie Aristodemo is in his ninth year as head coach for the girls' soccer team and also serves as assistant strength coach at Montverde Academy (MVA). His love and passion for soccer compel him to be involved in many different...
Feature Story and Photos by Larry H. Oskin
Christian Men in Action-Clermont hosted their 15th Annual Christmas Eve Party to give toys and meals to less fortunate families at McKinney Park in Clermont.
Several hundred children and parents came through an organized...
The summer fun continues at 11 am on Friday, July 12, at the Minneola City Hall Gym located at 800 US-Hwy27, as the Minneola Library presents the Bucky & Gigi Show! Family audiences around the world have been entertained...
Feature Story And Photos by Larry H. Oskin
The William A Suggs Memorial VFW POST 5277 promotes American pride, good citizenship and patriotism. They continue to participate in a national program to encourage young students to examine our nation’s history...
The Minneola Schoolhouse Library is presenting a special Summer Reading Event. As part of this year's theme “A Universe of Stories”, the library will be hosting two FREE chalk-drawing workshops for kids, Thursday, July 18th, at 11 am in...
A blood donor can save a life and, as an added bonus, can help lower his/her blood pressure and cholesterol just by donating a pint of blood. Research shows that blood donors are 88% less likely to have a...
The Florida Department of Health in Lake County is inviting the public to help support a culture of health in the community. Opportunities to participate include upcoming community health improvement plan (CHIP) webinars, team focus group events meetings.
2019 Date...
The Clermont Police Department is encouraging Clermont citizens to focus on the importance of roadway safety with a new traffic campaign. The Police Department will be posting a series of videos, and information on their social media along with...