July 13 is National French Fry Day and many fast-food chains and casual dining restaurants are giving away free fries to celebrate.  Here are a few of the restaurants celebrating with FREE Fries McDonald's - Free large fry when you order...
Lake County hosted a public hearing for the County Road 455 Project Development and Environment (PD&E) Study on Jan. 28.  The study is helping to develop and evaluate proposed transportation solutions on a new alignment from Schofield Road to...
Tomorrow, Saturday, July 23rd, from 10 am-2 pm, the Groveland Police Department will be hosting a fundraising event at Toole’s Ace Hardware in Groveland (1007 SR 50, Groveland, FL. 34736) called ‘Christmas in July Toy Drive & Outdoor Expo!’ The...
The first Friends of Cooper Memorial Library book sale of the new decade will be held February 7 - February 11. Works from all major literary genres will be available. Browse through thousands of hardbacks, paperbacks, and audiobooks to...
Fall into the Holidays at the Makers Market on October 15 from 5 pm - 9 pm featuring Live Entertainment, Food, Raffles and more. On October 15 from 9 am - 3 pm enjoy lots of activities including a Craft...
Article and Photos by Ted Luebbers It was a very busy day at the Experimental Aircraft Association Chapter 534 hangar at Leesburg International Airport in Leesburg, FL on Saturday, January 18, 2020 as Young Eagles took to the sky. Volunteer chapter...
Habitat for Humanity of Lake-Sumter in partnership with Lake County Schools will be holding the Youth Construction Academy Ground Breakings on Leesburg High, South Lake High, and Eustis High School’s new home construction projects. Leesburg High School will enter its...
Cheryl Bedingfield addressed members of the Kiwanis Club of Clermont on the Police Unity Tour and National Law Enforcement Week. Cheryl said that the Police Unity Tour is a multiagency bike ride with participants from all over the USA. ...
Lake County, FL – Lake County Fire Rescue (LCFR) has selected Battalion Chief Tony Cuellar as the new Deputy Chief Operations, effective August 28. The interview panel reviewed multiple candidates for the position during the selection process. Once the interviews...
submitted by Donna Digennaro, Clermont Historic Society Clermont City Manager, Darren Gray, was the featured speaker at the February meeting of the Clermont Historical Society.  Along with Public Information Officer, Kathryn Deen, Darren reviewed all the progress that is being...
Article by Marty Proctor, South Lake Tablet On August 31, the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) held a public meeting regarding the plans for repaving a 12-mile segment of SR19.  The project will be completed starting in early 2024. The...
The Florida Department of Health in Lake County in collaboration with the Lake County School Board will be offering immunizations at the following schools for students who will be entering 7th grade in the 2020/2021 school year: Umatilla Middle                                              ...
This lecture spotlights five essential themes that have particular import for genealogical study and research in the West Indies. Within this context, a sweeping history of the West Indies is revealed, the peoples who inhabited the region are identified, and major...
The Clermont Woman's Club (CWC) had a working meeting at IHOP to continue to plan their up-coming YARD SALE that will be held at their Clubhouse on Saturday, April 4th from 8:00 am to 2:00 pm. The  CWC Clubhouse...
submitted by Martin Rohleder "Mr. Roh", ERHS Technical Theatre Director Boeing Boeing is a hilarious, crazy comedy about a business man in the 1960s that is engaged to 3 flight attendants and has a system to ensure that the women...
Based on the guidance issued by the CDC regarding large gatherings and for the safety of our communities, All Belk Stores will be temporarily closed to customers beginning 6pm on March 17 thru March 30. Continue to shop at any...
The Clermont Police Department presents its annual Halloween event! This year the event will take place at Waterfront Park on Friday, October 28,  from 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm! There will be a variety of Halloween-decorated stations handing out candy and...
As part of Lake County’s ongoing effort to promote public health and safety, the Lake County Board of County Commissioners’ March 24  meeting at 9 am will be held via teleconference, as authorized by Gov. Ron DeSantis’s Executive Order...
The Clermont Garden Club is holding its annual Plant sale on Saturday, November 5, 2022 from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm at the Clermont Garden Club located at 849 West Avenue in Historic Downtown Clermont, FL. For sale will...
Lecture, Cooper Concert Series, Cooking Demonstration & Opera  The Cooper Memorial Library will host several programs in November including a Native American history lecture presented by Jim Sawgrass, a musical performance by Lake Concert Band, a cooking demonstration just in...
Here comes Peter Cotton Tail hopping down the walking trail!  That’s right, Peter Cotton Tail is at Clermont’s Historic Village just waiting for individual children to come by and take their picture with him.  So, when you are walking...
November 16 - Meat Bingo presented by the VFW Auxiliary #5277 at 855 West DeSoto from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm November 19 - Spaghetti dinner from 4 pm - 6 pm  MENU   spaghetti and meatballs garlic bread salad dessert   $8.00 donation per person   CASH...
Article and Photos by Larry H. Oskin The Coronavirus pandemic has given many of us time to stay home and to reflect on the many positives in our lives. With our fast-paced lives, there is usually no extra time. Besides...
The women of Beta Theta-ESA have been through many challenges over the past few years: a pandemic, member retention, sickness, loss and of loved ones, neglect of sisterhood and community. Beta Theta is back, stronger than ever before and spreading...
Article and Photos by Linda Charlton Calling all Corona Angels - The Faith Neighborhood Center in Groveland has a hard row to hoe these days, but some corona angels are helping ease the way. Still, more help is needed at...
Building Blocks Ministries Day Training Program was honored to be chosen by Real Life Christian Academy as one of fourteen organizations throughout Central Florida to participate on Friday, November 18th in the Academy’s SALT Project. (Serving and Learning Together)....
At promptly 11:49 am today, (May 13) two F-15Cs from the Florida National Guard, 125th Fighter Wing, flew over South Lake Hospital as a salute to healthcare workers and first responders who have been on the forefront of the...
Have you always wanted to learn more about where you come from? Who were your ancestors?  What brought them to America?  They may have fought in the war? What was the journey of the people who brought you to...
Feature Story and Photos by Larry H. Oskin The City of Clermont has an array of strong talented people and resources to make this city the Choice of Champions! Working closely with Clermont City Manager Darren Gray and the City...
Clermont Police continue to build community relations one cup of coffee at a time. The Clermont Police Department will host the next Coffee with a Cop event from 9:00-11:00 a.m. Wednesday, January 18th at Papa’s Diner located at 626...
The SOUTH LAKE TABLET congratulates the 2020 graduating students of the South Lake community and their proud parents and guardians, who for years took on the role of teacher, coach, spiritual leader, mentor, and care-giver with the vision of witnessing their...
submitted by the Pastfinders of South Lake   A Last Will and Testament offers a rich resource of information for genealogical purposes. But the will is only the beginning of the records that may be available. And of value to the...
Curl Up & Dye, located at 792 W. Montrose in Downtown Clermont, is a full-service hair salon recently opened and ready to provide a day of pampering. On Mondays, the salon also offers an exclusive pamper day just to spoil...
Beta Theta is a chapter of Epsilon Sigma Alpha International (ESA), a leadership and service organization that brings people together to make a difference. Since 1979, Beta Theta has been holding fundraisers and distributing all the proceeds to charitable organizations...
Terrific Kids is a Kiwanis-sponsored program that supports character building and recognizes students for modifying their behavior to become the best of who they are.    Mascotte Charter recognized their Terrific Kid for January and Mascotte Police Department helped by providing...
The backdrop for this country's birthday celebration was a beautiful full moon, along with sparkling firework displays. On Lake Minneola, Fl, the 360-degree view of the numerous shows didn't disappoint.
The Clermont Police Department in partnership with Chili’s Grill and Bar will host a TIP-A-COP fundraiser event for the Special Olympics Florida organization from 5 pm-9 pm on Wednesday, February 28. Special Olympics Florida provides year-round sports training and...
Celebration With Your Valentine  Make reservations at your favorite restaurant as soon as possible or arrive early.  (see a list of restaurants in south Lake at  SLT DIRECTORY).  Also listed in the directory are local shops with lots of ideas...
Lake County Supervisor of Elections, Alan Hays, is again alerting citizens of Lake County about misleading materials they may be receiving in the mail. The mail-outs are a request to receive a vote-by-mail ballot.  These mailers originate from the Center...
Robotics Students Win STEM Research Florida State Championship with TheirDrone Initiative Project and Fundraise to Provide Donation Sheriff Peyton Grinnell and members of the Lake County Sheriff's Office accepted the donation of a Phantom 3 drone from Montverde Academy’s robotics team...
Toby, the Read To Sydney therapy dog, is hanging up his vest and the people of south Lake are honoring him at a retirement party. Join the celebration on Saturday, February 25 at the Clermont Historic Village (490 West Ave.,...
Clermont Oncology Medical Office -  Last night Clermont City Council approved a site re-designation from worship/school use to office use in a 4-1 vote. Councilmember Jim Purvis voted no. The site is a 5.5-acre (+/-) parcel located on the northwest corner...
Submitted by the Animal League This playful and happy boy is a 3-month-old German Shepherd and Black Mouth Cur Blend. We expect Irwin to grow up to be a BIG boy, over 70 lbs. Irwin is looking for an active...
Article and Pictures by Chuck Seaver The 3rd Annual Honoring the Fallen 5K Race was held on Saturday, March 4th in downtown Clermont at Suncreek Brewery. The event honors those law enforcement officers who have lost their lives while serving...
Written by Kevin Grogan, DASH-SPORTS One of the true hidden gems in Downtown Clermont is Corelli's Pantry & Italian Restaurant.  This amazing shop nestled in the middle of Montrose Street is run by David Affrunti.  David and his wife Angelina...
Groveland Mayor Dina Sweatt was overcome with emotion while attempting to announce to those attending a recent city council meeting that a special plaque would be unveiled at the Groveland Veterans Garden in recognition of Vietnam Veterans. A teary-eyed Mayor...
Article and Pictures by Chuck Seaver, South Lake Tablet   Sommer Sports celebrated its 40th year anniversary with a ribbon-cutting ceremony and a South Lake Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours celebration. The festivities were held on Thursday, March 9th at...
This Monday will start a new school year in south Lake County.  The transition from a summer of late nights and sleep-ins to a more structured lifestyle can be stressful and filled with anticipation and nervousness, and add the...
Submitted by Hilary Allen, Athletic Director Lake Minneola High School Sports Review (Week April 2nd-7th) Tuesday, April 3 Varsity Baseball was defeated by South Lake High School Wednesday, April 4 Apopka played well against our Girls Lacrosse team. Lambert High from Georgia...
Terrific Kids is a Kiwanis-sponsored program that supports character building and recognizes students for modifying their behavior to become the best of who they are.    Students K through the 5th grade were recognized recently with a ceremony acknowledging their accomplishments.    March's...
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