Groveland Captain Steve Smith proudly introduced Firefighters Billy Patrick and Joe Ridge to those attending the recent City Council meeting. The traditional badge pinning ceremony followed.
"I would like to take a minute and introduce you to these two men...
Submitted by Donna Digennaro
Frank Stanfield, a journalist in the Lake County/Orlando area for more than 40 years, will be the speaker at the May meeting of the South Lake County Historical Society. The meeting will be held on Monday,...
On Saturday, November 5th, the 19th Greater Clermont Cancer Foundation Round Robin Tennis Tourney will be held at Summit Greens.
Their last tourney was held in 2019, missing 2020 and 2021 due to COVID.
Lake County Commissioner Sean Parks and U.S. Rep. Ross Spano are inviting the public to attend Coffee & Conversations, an outreach meeting to be held on Thursday, August 29 from 1-3 pm at Mountaineer Coffee, located in the Citrus...
In an effort to improve direct communication with families, Lake County Schools launched a weekly video series called “Super Sunday with Superintendent Diane Kornegay.” The first video, “The Top 5 Things You Need to Know for Back-to-School,” was shared...
What is the new normal? For some, it involves a lack of grocery products, toilet paper or high demand cleaning items, such as hand sanitizers on the shelves in your local stores. For others, it’s a routine change from...
Feature Story & Photos by Larry H. Oskin
The Clermont Citrus Tower is hosting a special new Christmas Lighting Display, which will remain up throughout the holidays.
On Saturday, Dec 13, hundreds of families came to the Citrus Tower to enjoy...
Story and Photos By: Larry H. Oskin
Ritter’s Frozen Custard has been earning numerous awards and positive community spirit here in Clermont since 2016. Ritter’s Frozen Custard Restaurant got started here in Clermont when Tammy McCoy moved here as a...
Submitted by The Animal League
Cappuccino is a Dachshund Blend that is about 1 year old and is 14 pounds. This sweet boy loves to play and is good with other dogs.
Come on out and adopt me or one of...
Anselmo Gonzalez has been baking for over 50 years. At the young age of 15, Anselmo began his baking apprenticeship in Mexico and, by the time he immigrated to the United States in 1986, he owned several bakeries in...
January saw the new year welcomed by the first meeting of 2021 for the Clermont Woman's Club. We would like to welcome our new members Joyce Hartsell, Debbie Pierce and Marion Alfano along with Gloria Puerto-Ebey who could not...
The Groveland Police Department recently began a new patrol system for businesses that gives officers high-tech tools to provide added security. Groveland police are thought to be the first in the county to use the new QR-Patrol, which turns...
Law enforcement and fire rescue are once again deploying a fleet of pink-wrapped vehicles this October for Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
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Eight Lake County law enforcement and fire-rescue agencies wrapped patrol vehicles and fire engines in pink to raise awareness...
On Thursday, August 25, The Southern On 8th Kitchen and Bar will host the Door Comedy Club in the cellar room of the restaurant.
Drinks and light bites will be available starting at 6:30 pm. The show starts at 8:00...
Five (5) members of the Clermont Garden Club received Special Recognition at its general meeting on Wednesday, October 21. The Honorees for Outstanding Members for 2019-2020 were: Gwen Carter, Julie Milburn, Tina Worrell. Linda Laulette received recognition for Most Active...
Lake County will open its Citizens Information Line for residents starting Monday, March 30. The phone number is (352) 253-9999, and it will be open seven days a week from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Lake County residents may call...
Clermont Arts and Events Manager Chris Dudeck co-chaired and served as a panelist for the first virtual booking summit this fall for the Florida Professional Presenters Consortium, also known as the Florida Presenters.
“It was a great experience working with...
submitted by Nick Jones, Philosopher Club
VICTOR HUGO - Les Miserables
To make the poem of the human conscience, were it only with reference to a single man or in connection with the basest of men, would be to blend all...
Start 2022 with an almost guaranteed 5k personal best at AdventHealth’s Florida’s Fastest 5k race presented by Kroger on Saturday, January 22nd.
This point-to-point USATF certified distance course at Lake Louisa State Park provides participants with a smooth paved route...
Registration is now open for the South Lake Geneology Society is presenting its 3rd Annual Mid-Winter Conference in Clermont. This year learn Tips & Tricks to Uncover Your Past. Kathy and Clyde Stickney are guest speakers.
The one-day conference is scheduled from...
The South Lake Democratic Club’s monthly meeting will be held on Wednesday, April 3, beginning at 7 pm, at the Kehlor Building, 466 W. Minneola Ave., Clermont. The meeting will feature guest speaker Eileen Tramontana from the Trout Lake...
The Florida Department of Health in Lake County (DOH-Lake) in collaboration with the Central Florida Area Health Education Center (AHEC) to offer the following free Quit Tobacco Class:
2-Hour Tools to Quit Program
Thursday, August 16th from 6:00 pm to 8:00...
Lake County Commissioners recently voted unanimously to dissolve the Lake Emergency Medical Services (Lake EMS) and transition it into the county organization. The commissioners believe the transition will improve response times and increase overall service while saving $500,000 in...
Drive by the Citrus Tower between 8 pm and midnight to view the Tower glittering with lights. The owners Scott and Heather Homan said they are hoping the lights will provide a positive feeling of hope and love in...
By Ted Luebbers
The City of Tavares, FL, Americas Seaplane City, is already planning for the 2020 Seaplane -A-Palooza at its seaplane base on Lake Dora (FA1). This exciting aviation event will take place on March 28 and 29, 2020.
This...
Hello Clermont Champions and welcome to summer!
School is out and everyone is excited about getting outside and having fun.
I encourage you to take a few minutes and talk about safety with your family. Whether you are at a pool,...
Article and Photos By Larry H. Oskin
Metes & Bounds Title Company recently celebrated its grand opening and the South Lake Chamber of Commerce was there to host the ribbon cutting of the Title Company's newest area office. The local office...
Spring is for gardening! Refresh your garden and help support the dreams of Building Blocks Ministries and its clients.
All plants have been planted and cared for by individuals in the Building Blocks Gardening Program. Prices vary from plant and...
Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida is inviting the community to a Free virtual behind-the-scenes look at its facilities to hear how the organization is continuing to “feed hope” during these difficult times.
On Tuesday, August 31, from 11:00...
The Lake County Veterans Service office will be closed temporarily for annual training certifications Monday, Oct. 4 through Friday, Oct. 8. The office will resume normal business hours on Monday, Oct. 11.
If immediate assistance is needed while the office...
Lake County will begin accepting applications on Monday, October 26 at 1 p.m. for Phase 2 of the Lake County Resident Assistance Program. Applications will be accepted through Monday, November 30 at 11 p.m. The program is funded by...
Members of the Clermont Historical Society and Historic Village volunteers invite one and all to tour the completely open Village. Since reopening after the mandatory COVID closing, several areas in the Village were roped off and many artifacts in...
Exciting events scheduled to be hosted by the Friends of Cooper Memorial Library
Monday, October 25 at 1:45 pm - Opera, Show Boat
Wednesday, November 10 at 5:30 pm, Jazz Trio
Monday, November 15 at 1:45 pm - Opera, Turandot
Thursday, November...
Hope International presents its Annual Harvest Fest on Sunday, October 29 from 12:30 pm to 3:30 pm at 113806 SR 33, Groveland.
Enjoy FREE FOOD, music, rock climbing, inflatables, face-painting, train rides, horse rides, and much more. Bring your neighbors...
Terrific Kids is a Kiwanis-sponsored program that encourages kids to become the best version of themselves.
TERRIFIC:T - Thoughtful, E - Enthusiastic, R - Respectful, R - Responsible, I - Inclusive, F - Friendly, I - Inquisitive, C - Capable
Congratulations to the Mascotte Charter School Terrific...
The Clermont Police Department has once again partnered with Walk Like MADD for this great event to bring awareness to the tremendous dangers associated with drunk and drugged driving!
"The 2023 Walk Like MADD & MADD Dash Clermont 5K event...
A dispute resulting in litigation between VP Development Enterprises, The Art District, and the City of Clermont has resulted in misunderstandings and hard feelings. On March 22, the Clermont City Council members unanimously voted to resolve litigations and reach...
Upon a request from the activity director at the Lakes of Clermont a Health and Rehab home requesting VFW Post 5277 of Clermont to donate a raised garden for a few of their residents in wheelchairs. So the Commander...
Former Major League Baseball players will offer a free clinic to youth 6-16 years old at the Jimmy Thomas Memorial Park in Groveland on June 1 from 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. The Major League Baseball Players Alumni’s Legends...
The Groveland Historical Society held a Founders Day Expo at the Puryear Building last Saturday. The expo contained a wealth of historic knowledge in the form of photographs and memorabilia from the city's past.
Retired Groveland Police Chief T.R. "Tommy"...
March offers a fantastic lineup of entertainment at the Clermont Performing Arts Center. Tickets are available online at any time. Don't wait - many shows sell out.
March 6 - DIVAS3
Straight from the Las Vegas strip comes DIVAS3, a trio of...
submitted by the Animal League
Hi Friends!
My name is Savannah, and I am so excited to find my new fur-ever home! I am an 8-year-old female chihuahua blend who loves to sit on laps and get all the cuddles I...
submitted by The Animal League
Hello there!
My name is Oreo just like those delicious people cookies! I am 4 years old and have been at the rescue for 781 days. They think I am a Dalmatian Blend but who knows! I bet...
Karen LeHeup-Smith, a volunteer with LEASH, Inc., says it happens all too often that families surrender their pets to the shelter or, worse, have the animals euthanized when veterinary bills become too much.
Lake County-based LEASH offers financial support to...
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...
Registration will remain open through August 8, or until the program is full. In addition to our general open enrollment, the Career Dual Enrollment application period has been extended through July 25th for high school juniors and seniors interested...
The Seventh Annual Steak on the Lake, a fundraiser for Special Olympics Florida, will take place on Saturday, January 28, 2023, from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. at 27844 Lake Jem Road, Mt. Dora, FL
International business consultant and keynote speaker Scott...
Donors across Lake County donated in force to help more than 30 local non-profit organizations raise money during this season of giving.
The Mount Dora Community Trust’s (MDCT) 3rd Annual Giving Week wrapped up at 4 p.m. on Tuesday, December...
Clermont police continue to build community relations one cup of coffee at a time.
The Clermont Police Department will host Coffee with a Cop from 8 am to 10 am. August 22 at McDonald’s, 4307 S. U.S. Highway 27, in...
Clermont City Council Seat 2
Joe Gustafson 38.70%
James (Jim) Purvis 61.30%
Clermont City Council Seat 4
Heidi L. Brishke 57.45%
Ebo Entsuah ...