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...
The City of Groveland will host a weekend series of charming holiday events for the community to enjoy. This year’s 31st annual celebration theme is Christmas Cheer Throughout the Years, dedicated to highlighting Groveland’s seasonal traditions as part of...
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...
Article and Photos by Chuck Seaver, South Lake Tablet
A Florida-style snowstorm greeted the preschool students of Clermont's Head Start School on East Desoto Street Friday morning.
The snowstorm provided a good cover for Mr. Grinch and his fun antics during...
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....
By Tank Chavous, ’27, SGA Representative
The 8th grade Washington, D.C., trip was one of the most wonderful educational experiences I've ever been a part of. From the historical museums to the flavorful food, Washington, D.C., amazed my peers and...
Newly discovered comet Neowise is one of the few comets visible to the eye. It will appear under the Big Dipper about 10 degrees above the horizon. NEOWISE will move higher in the sky and may be easier to...
On February 24 and 25, over 1600 athletes, 62 clubs and 3500 spectators from all around the country gathered at Nathan Benderson Park, the site of the 2017 World Rowing Championships, to launch the spring regatta season.
Members of the...
On Sunday, January 29, 2023, at 6:30 PM, the internationally acclaimed African Children’s Choir will be performing at Hope International Church, 13806 State Rd 33, Groveland FL, 34736.
The African Children’s Choir melts the hearts of audiences with their charming...
Clermont City Council approved the site plans of Darren Johnson, a local business owner and entrepreneur, to build a luxurious day spa, located next to Victory Pointe at the corner of Osceola and West Avenues, across from the Clermont...
The Lake County Adult Literacy Program is designed to help learners improve their skills and meet goals such as being able to read the label on a prescription bottle, communicate with their child’s teacher, pass the GED, or complete...
Article and Photos by Marty Proctor
Every now and then we have the opportunity to be part of history and do something for the first time. On January 18th Groveland and Lake County sponsored the first Strong Towns Summit held...
If you are voting by mail, send in your ballot NOW. If you are concerned that you may have waited too long to mail in your ballot and your vote may not be counted, there are several options to ensure...
Don't Miss East Ridge High School's Last Theatre Production of the Season.
Fiddler on the Roof will be performed by an amazing cast of singers, actors, and dancers on April 11th-14th on the East Ridge High School stage.
Fiddler on the Roof is a musical with...
City residents are invited to apply to the new and improved Clermont Citizens Academy (CCA). The CCA is a free, 7-week, civics educational program that provides the opportunity to explore various departments for a better understanding of how the City...
The Lake-Sumter State College Alumni Association is seeking nominations for the 2020 Distinguished Alumni Awards & LSSC Hall of Fame.
These awards honor alumni, community members, and faculty and staff, who have made outstanding contributions through professional, academic and community...
Symphony visits the Wild West! Lake County's professional resident symphony orchestra since 2005, Florida Lakes Symphony Orchestra, presents a grand finale to its Season of beautiful symphonic music with a Cowboy Serenade--a tribute to the sweeping plains of the...
Submitted by Lion Club President Nick Jones
Melissa Stephan, M.Ed., Director of Curriculum and Instruction, LakeTechnical College was the guest speaker at the Lions Club on February 9, at IHOP in Clermont. The Club wanted to know more about the programs offered...
Erika’s Tea Room wants to help everyone enjoy the perfect cup of tea with fall celebrations! Recently launched with the many COVID-19 pandemic challenges, Erika’s Tea Room Scones now successfully bakes and ships thousands of their delicious ‘Florida Famous...
The Community Foundation of South Lake in partnership with the South Lake Chamber of Commerce formed the Foundations for Education Program which provides $1,000 scholarships to five deserving high school students during the school year.
Senninger Irrigation sponsored April’s Outstanding...
Dash Sports is hosting Abigail Adam on Wednesday, March 15, for an inspiring speech at 6 pm. Abigail's story of overcoming obstacles in her life resonates with people from all walks of life. Down syndrome has many challenges, but Abigail...
IMPORTANT DATES IN LAKE
September 24th - Vote-by-Mail ballots will be mailed to voters. RETURN COMPLETED BALLOTS AS SOON AS POSSIBLE to ensure your vote is received and counted. To learn more, visit: https://www.lakevotes.com/Voter-Information/Vote-By-Mail
October 5th - Last day to register or...
Congratulate to this week’s winners (L-R) Eva Jordan-Johnson — Best Table Topics, Sabrina Mallay - Club President, Jacquie Peterson - Most Improved and Best Speaker and Nancy Wilkins - Best Evaluator.
Curious about Toastmasters? Attending a meeting is a great...
Beta Theta, a South Lake philanthropic organization founded in 1979, wants to thank our guests, donors and sponsors for making this year's Mardi Gras Celebration, its signature fundraiser, a very successful event. Through your support, you help to give...
The South Lake Chamber of Commerce recently presented Pittman Jewelers with the 2020 Heritage Award.
The Heritage Award recognizes a business that has shown continued contributions to the business community.
Pittmann Jewelers - The Heritage Award
Pittman Jewelers is the oldest family-owned and...
During Florida’s rainy season, outdoor activities often go hand-in-hand with the buzz of disease-carrying mosquitoes. Lake County Mosquito & Aquatic Plant Management is reminding residents of the health risks associated with mosquitoes as they become more active in the...
By Tory Moor, UF/IFA
Growing up, we are taught to save water by turning the faucet off while we brush our teeth, or by taking short showers instead of baths. Every bit of saved water is important, but recent research...
The Central Florida Dreamplex invites you and your family to attend a free virtual event on the evening of Thursday, November 5th!
The event will be held on Zoom and feature Meredith McDonough from WESH-2 News, video features on Dreamplex...
Clermont-Minneola Lions Club celebrated a record day at their shooting range last Saturday. Many shooters have begun bringing their own targets. A lot of patrons are bringing the entire family.
Coffee and donuts are served at the shooting range. Beginners can...
Maintenance on the Baily bridges at Country Road 448A has been completed ahead of schedule and the St. Johns River Water Management District has reopened the Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive to vehicular traffic.
The drive is a one-way, 11-mile drive...
The Lake-Sumter State College Foundation, Inc. has received a $20,000 gift from Ernie Morris Enterprises, Inc. (EMEI) to support students at Lake-Sumter State College.
“We are appreciative of the continued support from Ernie Morris Enterprises for student scholarships and academic...
The Lake County Board of County Commissioners today presented a proclamation to Lake County Fire Rescue and Lake EMS personnel designating May 20-26 as Emergency Medical Services Week in Lake County.
Proclamation
WHEREAS, emergency medical services is a vital public service;...
Orlando Health Upcoming Hiring Events
Thursday, April 20, 2023
Orlando Health – Health Central Hospital, located at 10000 W. Colonial Drive, Ocoee, FL 34761
9:00 am to 1:00 pm
Orlando Health is recruiting for the following positions:
· Registered Nurses
· Nursing Assistants
· Unit Secretaries
· Radiology...
by Michelle Delaney, South Lake Tablet Editor
President-Elect Joe Biden has been voted the 46th President of the United States, winning the support of more than 74,488,666 million voters. Pennsylvania brought 20 electoral votes to the Biden-Harris ticket, hitting the...
Applications for Educational Choice open enrollment in Lake County Schools will again be accepted from June 1 through June 30.
Educational Choice allows students to be enrolled in public schools outside of their attendance boundaries as long as the school...
The Clermont Police Department hosted the Lake County leg of the 40th Annual Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics on Tuesday, April 25.
Each year, over 5,000 officers carry the torch on a 1500-mile relay through 67 counties in...
Nine agricultural projects will share in nearly $779,000 in cost-share funds from the St. Johns River Water Management District to improve water conservation and reduce nutrient loading to area waterways. Projects approved by the District’s Governing Board on Tuesday...
The Lake County School Board voted Monday night to allow eligible school administrators who volunteer and meet training requirements to carry guns on school campuses and serve as armed responders to active shooter incidents.
An informal poll found that 30...
East Ridge Middle defeated Mount Dora Middle 3-0 on Thursday evening to win the Lake County Soccer Championship.
Mount Dora came into the championship game undefeated with a record of 10-0. East Ridge had a record of 9-1, with their...
With the holiday season fast approaching, the Florida Department of Health in Lake County (DOH-Lake) is encouraging Floridians to keep food safe by practicing basic food safety measures while preparing meals this Thanksgiving.
Many of the reported cases of foodborne...
The Florida Department of Education awarded Minneola Elementary School as one of nine schools to win the Family and Community Involvement Award for 2018. The award recognizes exemplary school practices that focus on increasing family involvement, welcoming families into...
by Marty Proctor, South Lake Tablet
As soon as the Green Mountain Scenic Overlook and Trailhead ribbon was cut in 2014, Greg Gensheimer, president of Green Mountain Scenic Byway, Inc. (GMSB) said, “I think we should have gone higher.” So...
The media center at Windy Hill Middle School became the best kind of holiday shopping location on Monday. All items were free and wrapped in festive paper so every student could choose a gift for a loved one.
They called...
Pine Ridge Elementary School achieved Gold Level status as a model school in the Florida Positive Behavioral Interventions & Support project (FLPBIS) through the University of South Florida’s Florida Center for Inclusive Communities.
FLPBIS model schools are committed to the...
In anticipation of Hurricane Season – starting June 1 and closing November 30 – the Lake Apopka Natural Gas District (LANGD) team is encouraging our Florida communities to get ahead of potential storms. With the impact felt by hurricanes...
City of Clermont has selected the winners of its Holiday Enchanted Forest tree-decorating contest.
As part of Light Up Clermont 2020, four winners were chosen from about 40 trees decorated by community groups at the north end of Victory Pointe...
Orlando Health- South Lake Hospital, Joe H. and Loretta Scott Emergency Room and Medical Pavilion, officially opened on July 31. The newly built, state of the art facility is located at 16966 Cagan Ridge Blvd, Clermont.
The 24-hour emergency facility...
On Friday, June 16, West End Plaza (formerly Galleria SOMA) will officially reopen with a new owner, new shops, and a newly paved parking lot!
Located at 821 West Minneola Ave., Clermont, The West End Plaza will celebrate its reopening...