Registration Open for Fishing Clinic Hosted by City of Clermont, The Florida Angler
The City of Clermont and The Florida Angler have partnered to bring you the Stop Wishing, Go Fishing Clinic from 9 am to noon June 8 at...
Feature Story & Photos by Larry H. Oskin
The Clermont Downtown Partnership is now in transition to become an exciting part of Main Street America. The new Clermont Main Street program will provide opportunities for increasing community engagement as it...
The City of Groveland is holding Summer Splash, a Wacky Waterday, at Groveland Downtown Festival Park.
Stay Cool and join the family fun including live music and free hot dogs on Saturday, May 25th from 11 am - 3 pm.
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From The Clermont Historical Society
The Clermont Historical Society would like to thank all the hearty souls who participated in Saturday’s Heritage Day Festival. Mother Nature was not on our side, but that didn’t prevent those who attended from having...
East Ridge High School graduate Audrie Garcia-Gonzale is the recipient of a $1000 scholarship from the Clermont Woman's Club. Audrie will be attending the University of South Florida.
Lake Minneola High School graduate Nyra Taylor is the recipient of a $1000...
Feature Story by Larry H. Oskin
Charity Across South Lake (CASL) is collecting toys and food for the needy families and children of the South Lake community, and Santa and his helpers are filling bags full of surprises.
Everyone is invited...
Beta Theta has been a long-time supporter of the South Lake Hospital Foundation and its mission to improve the health and quality of life of individuals in our community. Donations to the South Lake Hospital Foundation help to provide...
The Clermont Police Department will be conducting a multi-agency DUI/Sobriety Checkpoint on December 18th.
The location will be 1995 S. US Highway 27 for all northbound traffic. The checkpoint will start at 10 p.m. and run until 4 a.m., with...
The Friends of the Marion Baysinger Memorial Library is holding their annual book sale on Saturday, July 6th, 9 am to 4 pm at the Lake David Center, 450 S. Lake Ave., Groveland.
Select from lots of books to add to...
Lake County and the Office of Public Safety Support have been approved for re-accreditation as an Accredited Center of Excellence (ACE) for emergency dispatching.
The re-accreditation is awarded by the International Academies of Emergency Dispatch (IAED) and is effective for...
Historic Downtown Winter Garden serves as the perfect backdrop for a traditional, down-home Independence Day Celebration.
The Winter Garden Farmers Market Independence Day Celebration offers wholesome family fun with a Life-Size Family Game Zone, special Snap Chat Photos, Vendor Booth...
Pastfinders Genealogy DNA Virtual Special Interest Group can be a useful tool. Email Info@PastfindersSLC.Org to be added to the Zoom mailing list. Twice a month, you may join the group and interact with other people who are also interested...
The first things you notice about Sydney are her friendly brown eyes and gentle nature. These are also helpful assets in her role as a therapy dog. Thom adopted Sydney, an Australian Sheppard and Chow mix, from a no-kill...
December brought average rainfall to the region with most of the activity occurring along the central coastline.
A full report outlining December’s hydrologic conditions was presented at the District’s Governing Board meeting Tuesday. Highlights include:
Rainfall
Districtwide, December rainfall averaged 2.54...
It’s that time of year again where families are gathering all required materials for the start of the new school year. This year, the City of Groveland will be partnering with local community leaders and organizations for a free...
Just because animals have fur doesn’t mean they can withstand cold temperatures. In cold weather, keep pets inside, both during the day and night. Pets left to fend for themselves in cold weather are susceptible to injury and death.
When...
Lake County students will continue to receive free breakfasts and lunches this school year, regardless of household income.
The free meals are a result of the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP), a federal program that allows schools serving predominantly low-income communities...
Information shared by Jackie Phillips Polk
The East Ridge High School Varsity Competitive Cheerleading Team traveled to the University of Florida for the State High School Competitive Cheerleading Competition.
After a long day, the team took 1st Place in the State...
Would you like to trace your family history? Come learn the details on doing it right with Pastfinders of South Lake County; Genealogical Society. Pastfinders offer educational classes and lectors From September to May. These events are free and open...
For 27 years the South Lake Chamber of Commerce has honored its friendly, helpful Ambassadors, the people seen in their bright blue jackets welcoming new businesses to the community.
Over 220 local business leaders attended the 27th Annual Ambassador Breakfast...
Do you have a Dog? Wish You Had A Dog? Considered Getting A Dog? Or Just Like Being Around Dogs? Today could be the day that your life might change forever. Today is National Dog Day.
National Dog Day's goal...
submitted by Marty Proctor,
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is continuing the treatment of Lake Apopka for hydrilla. Lake Apopka is a 30,000-acre lake in both Orange and south Lake counties. The primary outflow of this lake...
To honor our fallen heroes of 9/11, the public is invited to a memorial ceremony at 10 a.m. September 11 at the Clermont Arts & Recreation Center, 3700 S. U.S. Highway 27.
Join us as we hear from Clermont Mayor...
Dr. Steve Asmann visited second graders at Real Life Christian Academy, bringing them stories of Clermont in days gone by. Dr. Asmann is a member of the Kiwanis Club of South Lake. The club has created a coloring and...
This weekend, come walk or run in Downtown Clermont to support an important cause.
Clermont Police Department and Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) in Central Florida will host their annual Walk Like MADD fundraiser at the beautiful Victory Pointe, 938...
The Animal League
Pumpkin is a loveable 2-year-old male, Great Dane/Labrador Retriever blend weighing about 80 pounds. He is a very sweet boy who would love to be your best friend on hikes, walks, or even on the couch. He...
Cornerstone Hospice and Palliative Care recently held its 15th Annual King and Queen Luncheon at the Mission Inn Resort & Club.
Approximately 30 assisted living facilities from across Lake and Sumter counties participated in the event. Each facility selected a...
Feature Story And Photos By Larry H. Oskin
Michael’s Foundation is a non-profit program where horses empower military veterans and their families. Founded by President Kriss Titus and supported by Board Chairman Mark Miller, the organization proudly provides free veteran...
Lake County School Board members gave Superintendent Diane Kornegay high marks in her most recent evaluation, which they approved in a meeting today. Collectively, they gave her a total average rating of 4.61 out of 5.0.
A 4.0 rating means...
Lake County received the Government Finance Officers Association’s Distinguished Budget Presentation award for its Fiscal Year 2022 budget. The Lake County Office of Management and Budget received a Certificate of Recognition for Budget Presentation as being primarily responsible for...
After 49 years with the Clermont Fire Department, Clermont’s fire chief Carle Bishop will be retiring and trading his boots and badge for a hunting and fishing license.
His quest to protect the residents of his hometown is inherent but...
Submitted by Lake County Libraries
Donate food and accepted items during the month of May at your local library and get your fines waived.
Donated items must be unopened, unexpired, and in their original package.
Each item will equal $1 of forgiven...
Lake Technical College’s Adult Education student Josh Thompson was recently recognized at the Adult and Community Educators of Florida Conference Awards Luncheon.
Josh was nominated by his instructor Ms. Colleen Avelli and the Adult Education Coordinator Mr. Art Seidner. Josh...
Rod Barnes and Teresa Woodard
of America in Bloom Advisor
Our thanks and admiration go to Groveland for its participation in the America in Bloom awards program. Special thanks go to Wilma Nicholas, Water Conservation & Landscape Specialist for the...
Feature Story and Photos By Larry H. Oskin
Fifty West is now pre-leasing its newest property at 17017 East Highway 50 in the Plaza Collina Development of Clermont 34715 with plans for retail, professional office and medical facility. This convenient location...
submitted by The Animal League
If playful and loving dogs are what you are looking for, look no more! These 2 are a bundle of fun! These are siblings and best friends so they must go to their furever home together. They...
New Beginnings of Central Florida Announces its 10th Anniversary Gala Celebration.
Extraordinary plans are underway for New Beginnings of Central Florida annual fundraising gala, “Dancing Under the Stars” on Saturday, November, 16th.
Celebrating its 10th year in hosting this fundraising gala,...
Mike Smith and Kenny Nadeau, first met in Missouri where they learned to appreciate the intricacies and flavors of smoking and curing meats. Both Mike and Kenny moved to Florida and enjoyed barbecuing for family and friends. After lots of...
Lake County Supervisor of Elections, Alan Hays, announces scholarships available through the Florida Supervisors of Elections (FSE). Local college or university students can apply for one of the three $1,200 scholarships that will be available. To be eligible, the...
submitted by Thomas O'Roark
98 % of universities in the US switched to remote learning during the pandemic. Since then, more students are continuing with online study, with 17.3 million students in the US studying online in 2021 - either...
Today's State of the County program included the induction of the late Kyleen Jane Fischer (May 14, 1944 - November 6, 2016) into the Women’s Hall of Fame
Kyleen Fischer of Umatilla served her community as a Lake County School...
CLERMONT - While Juneteenth is a newly-declared holiday, the history behind the remembrance is anything but new. Clermont will join the celebration of freedom with cultural activities on Saturday, June 18 at Waterfront Park, 300 3rd Street.
Juneteenth was declared...
In the early hours of January 19, 2015, a fire consumed the American Legion Post 55, located at 1063 DeSoto Street, Clermont. Luckily no one was injured, but the building was destroyed.
After years of waiting, American Legion Post 55...
Caribbean Zest & Bar, is celebrating the grand opening in Caribbean style and the South Lake Chamber of Commerce observed the event with a celebratory salute and ribbon cutting.
The bar, located at 139 E. Broad St., Groveland, brings gusto...
Home school and early release private school students from the studio of Sandra Sullivan presented a Christmas piano concert at The Benton House, an adult care facility in Clermont. Residents enjoyed a variety of traditional Christmas carols as well...
Orlando, FL (July 6, 2022) – Orlando Health has announced plans to build a state-of-the-art neurosciences institute that will serve patients throughout the southeastern United States. The three-story, 45,000-square-foot medical office building will be the new home of Orlando Health...
submitted by the Clermont Garden Club
The Clermont Garden Club’s choice for January 2020 Yard of the Month is 2815 Highland View Circle in the Summit Greens neighborhood. This lovely home and yard belong to Terry and Russ Moore. The...
The Lake County Library System selected the newest Lake County Poet Laureate, Jim Steele. As the chosen poet laureate, Steele will host poetry readings for children, teens, and adults, and direct poetry workshops. He will also write a minimum...
Congratulations to the City of Clermont Youth Council for receiving the Florida League of Cities Video Competition Award at the January 14, City Council Meeting.
https://youtu.be/uBJniDrA0vo
Watch their award-winning video at https://bit.ly/35VCnhX.
A Clermont First Friday tradition!
Join your family and friends Downtown for live music and food trucks. Each month is a little different than the last, so get set to try some new tastes as well as some popular favorites.
Kick...