Anabella Munoz, a rising junior at Montverde Academy, has a fiery passion for helping others, which has fueled her desire to become a neurosurgeon. Throughout her years at MVA, she has made it her mission to promote lifestyle medicine,...
Article by Grant Mollett, Photos by teammate Alexandra Dimitros, East Ridge High School
September 3, 2022 - Leesburg, Florida
The East Ridge High School girls' cross country team competed in their second meet of the season. On Saturday, September 3, the girls...
On Sunday, August 21 from 8:30 am to 11:30 am, the VFW Auxiliary will be hosting breakfast at the VFW Lodge, located at 855 W. Desoto St., Clermont.
Eat-in or take-out.
For a donation of $8 enjoy:
3 pancakes with...
On May 2, Well Of Hope Food Bank partnered with New Water Church and Medicare Plans and Access (MPA), in a Food Drop at Backlot Apartment, located 8600 W Irlo Bronson Memorial Hwy (Four Corners area). More than 80-percent...
By Kevin Grogan, DashSports
Moving into a new town like Minneola can be challenging. Starting over in most aspects of your life simply put, takes time. That is unless you just take the leap and jump right into it! Jeff...
Shake off your summer vacation boredom blues and behold a live bald eagle! The Avian Reconditioning Center’s FREE “Birds of Prey” show comes to the Minneola City Hall Gym, located at 800 US-Hwy 27 on Friday, June 28 at...
Saturday, May 5 was a fun-filled day in Clermont. The Clermont Trolley, the newest addition to Historic Downtown Clermont, proved to be a tremendous park-and-ride success. For the first time, the trolley traveled along its route down the streets of...
By: Larry Oskin
The Congregation Sinai Sisterhood recently hosted its 10th fashion show and luncheon at Gabby’s Banquet & Events in Clermont, Florida. More than 230 women from Orlando and Central Florida attended this annual fundraiser event.
The Magic of Music Fashion...
College Admission now opening at Lake Tech College.
Be in a brand new career this year.
Register now at https://laketech.org
At the start of the 2020 fall semester, the Habitat for Humanity of Lake-Sumter in partnership with a hand-selected group of students from South Lake High School broke ground and began construction of a new home. Through all kinds...
The Lake County Animal Shelter is now using facial recognition technology to identify lost dogs and cats, offering pet owners an additional tool to help lost and adoptable dogs and cats find their forever home.
This new partnership with Finding...
Attend a travel presentation on Tuesday, July 9th, at 6 pm at Cooper Memorial Library to learn more about the first of the 2020 trips sponsored by the Friends of Cooper Memorial Library in collaboration with Collette Tours.
This March 12...
The mission of the SOUTH LAKE TABLET is to spread community pride and awareness by providing positive news. We concentrate on the great things happening in the community: in our schools, local organizations, clubs and, most importantly, those who...
The summer fun continues at 11 am on Friday, July 13 at the Minneola City Hall Gym at 800 US-27, as the Minneola Schoolhouse Library presents the Bucky & Gigi Show! Using physical comedy, circus skills, mime, magic, improvisation,...
On Sunday, March 6, from 1 pm to 5 pm, Clermont Health Park, located at 1919 East Hwy 50, Clermont is celebrating its Grand Opening. Meet the Health Care Team and enjoy Free Food, U-Pick Citrus, Tours, Family Fun and...
submitted by the Animal League
My name is Trickster, and I am a 17-month-old male Hound/ Terrier blend looking for my furever home! I weight about 55 pounds. My favorite thing to do is to play fetch, chase my toys,...
The VFW Post #5277 Auxiliary hosts a spaghetti dinner event every month. The next event is on Saturday, April 23rd from 4 pm - 6 pm.
Dinner includes spaghetti and meatballs, garlic bread, salad, dessert.
Dine-in or take out for a donation...
The South Lake Chamber of Commerce recently hosted a ribbon-cutting for Ocho Rios Jamaican Restaurant. Members of the Chamber, and friends gathered at the restaurant for the ribbon-cutting ceremony and celebration.
Ocho Rios, located at 4290 S Hwy 27 (across...
Lake County Commission approved the City of Clermont's request for $750,000 toward its new boat ramp. The funds will come from the county's tourism development tax.
The existing boat ramp by Victory Point will be relocated to the southern bank...
Jim Gleason, Mascotte’s City Manager, has been with the city of Mascotte for nearly 8 years and during that time, the city has successfully had 5 tax cuts in the past 5 years with the last 3 tax cuts...
by Carol Walker, Clermont Garden Club
The plant of the month for October is the ARACEAE plant, (common name; Alocasia Regin) which was loaned to the Cooper Memorial Library by Clermont Garden Club member, Elaine Hogan, a Garden Club member...
Peggy Haake, National President of the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) of the United States Auxiliary, will visit the Clermont VFW and Auxiliary Post 5277 on March 19th at 11 am.
Peggy Haake of Kahului, Hawaii, was elected National President...
The Village Goldsmith was ready to celebrate its 26th Anniversary and also being chosen for the 4th consecutive year as "The Best Jewelry Store in South Lake County when along came Covid-19.
Betty, Jose, Matt, Monica and Jim chose to interrupt...
If you follow New Year traditions, a Southern meal on New Year's Day might include collard greens, black-eyed peas, pork and cornbread. Northerners might serve peas, pork, rice and beans.
Symbolism:
Prosperity and Peace: Pork (ham, bacon, ribs)
Good Health:...
Uncle Kenny's BBQ has opened a new restaurant! Uncle Kenny's St. Louis Style Pizza, is located at 157 North Hwy 27, downstairs from Uncle Kenny's BBQ. Build your own regular or gluten-free pizza with a variety of toppings.
Publix is Coming to the Hills...
Chartered on January 28, 1926, the Kiwanis Club of Clermont remains an active and vibrant club in the South Lake community. It is one the oldest and most active service organizations in Lake County.
For the past 96 years, it...
Have you been waiting to adopt until you found the PERFECT dog? We'd like to introduce you to Lucky! Lucky is a 3-year-old "Heinz 57" Blend, and she weighs around 40 lbs. Lucky is really the total package. She is housetrained,...
Khrystyna McCoy-Tremaine is a Florida native and the oldest of three children. Born in Gainesville, Florida, her family relocated to the greater Orlando area in the early part of her life. After her father’s retirement from the National Football League...
Modern Art Madness! offers an in-depth look at the “why” behind Modern Art’s varied art movements. We will explore the many “-isms” that fall under the umbrella of Modern Art, like Cubism, Expressionism, Fauvism and Abstract Expressionism. We will...
Educational Choice gives families the flexibility to send their children to any traditional public school, regardless of where in Florida they live, as long as the school has the capacity and the family can provide transportation.
Lake County Schools began...
Clermont Main Street is a 501(c)3 tax-exempt organization comprised of Downtown Clermont business owners, local businesses and individuals who are passionate about investing in the historic heart of Clermont. Clermont Main Street is more than a merchant’s or business...
Feature Story and Photos by Larry H. Oskin
The Red Wing Restaurant is a rustic-style dining delight in a somewhat hidden area of rural Groveland. Owned by Patrick Borsey, Red Wing has been a favorite local staple for many years....
by Kevin Yurasek, Lake-Sumter State College
Lake-Sumter State College alumnus Christine Boodhoo knows it’s cliche but really does love helping her community through her career at the Groveland Police Department.
Boodhoo has called Lake County home since she was in the third grade and...
For the 5th year, The Florida Scrub-Jay Trail in partnership with Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, Fish Florida and Florida Youth Conservation Center Network will be conducting three week-long Fishing and Basic Boating Skills Day Camp On June 4...
You are beautifully and wonderfully made. You are a daughter of the Most High God and He loves you dearly. In times like these we need Him. Accept Him in your life', says WIN Director, Ivy Smith.
Ladies! Ladies! Ladies! ...
Submitted by Hilary Allen, Athletic Director
Monday, April 30
The baseball Team defeated Ocoee in the play-in game of the District Tournament by a score of 8 - 7. Anthony Dorak had the game-winning hit in extra innings.
Tuesday, May 1
The baseball...
Lake County welcomes the Carhartt Bassmaster College Series Championship and participating anglers to the Harris Chain of Lakes this Oct. 29-31. The championship is expected to host more than 130 teams of anglers from around the nation.
“On behalf of...
A blood donor 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 heart attack. All blood types are needed.
Visit the BIG...
Submitted by The Animal League
The excitement is building as the much anticipated Puttin’ Fore Paws Golf Tournament to support The Animal League draws closer. The Volunteers of The Animal League promise September 23, 2023, will be a day of...
Summertime is a great time to reminisce about the family gatherings you used to have. What were your favorite dishes your mother used to make? What did Aunt Sally bring to the table and what was that secret rub...
Music Artist Collin Raye Will Take The Stage at 4 pm Today (Saturday, March 10th)
At 4 pm, contemporary country music artist Collin Raye will take the stage to perform his hits “On the Verge,” “One Boy, One Girl,” “What...
Montverde Academy is proud to announce and congratulate Hans Hanley (Class of 2014) as he graduates from Princeton, high honor Summa Cum Laude, with his degree in electrical engineering with a concentration in information security and a minor in...
Renee Lowe was born in Milton, Florida. After high school, she attended firefighter/EMT school and worked as an EMT for many years. In 1996 Renee and her husband relocated to Clermont.
Renee has always been involved in community service but,...
The City of Clermont Council, Manager, and Attorney held a closed session during its regular Council meeting on April 9th. The purpose was to discuss settlement and legal expense issues related to pending litigation involving the City of Clermont’s approval of...
Provided by City of Minneola Mayor Pat Kelley
The preliminary plans and updates for the MAC Annex, (Minneola Athletic Complex Annex), the School Site /Minneola Hills Athletic Park, and Minneola Hills Overlook Park are ready for next steps.
The MAC Annex...
Kroger is presenting the 3rd AdventHealth Annual Clermont Freedom 5K on July 4th in Downtown Clermont.
Walk or run on the course, or go virtual if you can't be there. Have fun while earning your custom medal.
Finish line party at...
Being a small business owner can be challenging in good economic times – imagine what it’s like in a pandemic.
“Businesses are hurting,” Clermont City Manager Darren Gray said. “We know these hard times won’t last forever, but for many...
Today begins the campaign for the Clermont Arts and Recreation Center to win a $90,000 grant to build a sustainable garden, outdoor covered picnic area and nature play space.
Follow the link below and Vote today and "every day" from Sept...
Submitted by Tammy Leger of Houndhaven
Houndhaven, Inc. rescues dogs and puppies from euthanasia at kill shelters. We care for them until they can be placed in loving homes or with another rescue group. We believe that these lives are...
Lake County and the Office of Elevate Lake is celebrating National Economic Development Week from May 9-15. The Week highlights the contributions of positive economic development and explains the role of economic development in our local community, including stewardship...