Lake County will assist eligible households with past due mortgage payments through the Lake County Coronavirus (CV-1) Mortgage Assistance Program. Eligible households can receive up to $5,000 for past-due mortgage payments (excluding escrowed real estate property taxes) for expenses...
The Clermont Woman’s Club is excited to sponsor its 16th Annual South Lake Family Expo. All proceeds will help raise funds for scholarships in Lake County and local charities.
The fun-filled day includes local vendors, seminars on health and topics of...
Students at Windy Hill Middle School (WHMS) will hold a benefit concert tonight to support families of students killed and injured in a shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Broward County last week.
“Originally slated to be a...
If you had planned to pitch a tent and camp under the stars at Clermont's Waterfront Park on February 8, you'll need to wait until next year. The popular weekend of family fun is Sold Out.
Next year, sign up early.
The Cooper Memorial Library will host three adult programs in July featuring music, lectures, and a book talk.
Thursday, July 14 - Local musician, Galen, will present a jazz music lecture entitled Jazz and the Civil Rights Movement at...
Submitted by the Animal League
Dimitri is a 6-year-old male Husky blend that weighs about 60 pounds. Dimitri is a big, gentle guy. He LOVES to cuddle and snuggle! He is good with other dogs with proper introduction and is house-trained! Call...
February 2023
Hello Clermont Champions!
Let me start by wishing all of you a Happy and Healthy 2023. I can’t believe the holidays have come and gone and we are already through January. We had lots of folks join us for...
by Sandie Stacy
The Corporal Program is designed to provide career development opportunities and prepare the men and women of the Clermont Police Department for future advancement.
The Clermont Police Department recently promoted eight of its finest into the new program.
Congratulations...
Lake Minneola High School had the greatest percentage of their eligible students register or pre-register to vote in this year’s challenge!
Lake County Supervisor Of Elections Alan Hays presented the Award to the 2020 High School Voter Registration Challenge Winner...
Early Thursday morning, residents gathered at the Clermont City Center to hear The State of the City Address presented by City Manager Darren Gray. Gray, manager of Clermont since 2012, has been a driving force in the successful rebranding...
It was only a few weeks ago that the Boy and Girls Club of Central Florida (BGCCFL) announced the appointment of its new President & CEO, Jamie Merrill.
After only a few weeks after the announcement, Jamie, a resident...
Seven students completed Lake-Sumter State College’s inaugural Lineworker Boot Camp preparing them for a competitive and high-demand career as a lineworker.
Lineworkers may not be a household name, but their work impacts all of us – especially during storm season. Lineworkers...
Submitted by Diane Harrison
Take charge of your life in Clermont by advocating for your health and wellness. Read on for ways that you can begin to successfully advocate for your health today.
Become Your Own Advocate
The first way you can become...
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...
The Kiwanis Club of Clermont congratulates their Key Club graduates who were the recipients of this year’s Kiwanis of Clermont-Oakley Seaver Memorial Scholarships.
A total of $25,000.00 was awarded to ten students that were active members of our Key Club-sponsored...
Even in the midst of a pandemic, Lake Technical College continues to train students for essential jobs in Lake County and Central Florida. We celebrate 532 students who have graduated with career & technical certificates in 2021 and an...
by Clermont Historical Society
Is your club or organization looking for a fun, inexpensive, & educational activity? Why not take a hint from these happy people who just finished touring the Clermont Historic Village? They drove all the way from...
The Royal wedding of Meghan Markle and Prince Harry was held in Windsor, England on Saturday, May 19, which, coincidentally, was the same day that Clermont, Florida had its own fairy tale wedding.
The First United Methodist Church of Clermont...
The Kiwanis Club of Clermont's Mascotte Charter K-Kids worked hard with co-students and faculty to collect books for our community partner, Read to Sydney. The Kids collected nearly 800 books in just two months.
The books will be available in...
Roasted Spirit is expected to open in March. Lots to be done, but come take a peek.
https://youtu.be/x-LGjSVgYUU
Every Monday, MUSE Bar+Bistro fights hunger in the community from 11 am to 8 pm. A free, 3-course meal is provided to those in need. No payment is requested or required, and all are welcome to join the community event....
Today is National Read A Book Day! If you don't have the time to read a book today, choose a book you'd like to read, then visit your local library or book store.
Many of the Lake County Libraries presently...
It's Christmas-time in the small town of Fayro, Texas, and the Futrelle Sisters--Frankie (Dawn D. Davidson), Twink (Kristina Cumbie) and Honey Raye (Shelly Linder)--are not exactly in a festive mood.
A cranky Frankie is weeks overdue with her second set...
Jay Mack TM1(SS) South East District Commander “United States Submarine Veterans, Inc” (USSSVI) presented plaques to CTCM(SS) Bobby Mock and EMCS(SS) Ken Brown for their dedication and support of the National Convention held at Rosen Shingle Creek Hotel in...
The Clermont Downtown Partnership continues to host exciting new Downtown Clermont First Friday Food Truck events with the next one planned for Friday night, January 4 from 5:30 pm to 9 pm. With a live band, food trucks, special...
Join the City of Clermont and the South Lake Chamber of Commerce for the second annual celebration of all things salsa from 2-10 pm on September 14 in Downtown Clermont. Admission is free for this family-friendly event.
Enjoy Chihuahua races,...
There is a new “Little Library” in town and it is located at Clermont’s Historic Village. The Library currently has a nice collection of children’s books on the lowest shelf (for easy access for the younger generation) and a...
The purpose of the Capital Projects Funding program, which is funded through the Lake County Tourist Development Tax, is to allow local organizations, owned and operated by not-for-profit organizations and open to the public for recreational activities, cultural events...
submitted by the Groveland Historical Society
On Saturday, July 29th from 11:00 am to - 3:00 pm, the Groveland Historical Society will be hosting a Handmade Craft Show at the museum located at 243 S. Lake Avenue Groveland.
Spots are limited,...
The Clermont Police Department will host Coffee with a Cop from 10 a.m. to noon, March 15 at Chick-fil-A, 3365 Hammock Ridge Road.
Coffee with a Cop is a nationwide program that reinforces good relations between the community and its...
The Florida Department of Education specified that the average age of youth trafficked in the state is 11 to 13 years old and that up to 70% of sex trafficking and exploitation begins online. The department also pointed to...
The Clermont Woman’s Club held its annual Fashion Show and Luncheon on October 25th at Gabby’s Banquet Facility. Women were seen in their most stylish hats at the "Hats Off To Fashion" event. "Successful events like this are made possible...
The Ray Goodgame Outstanding Student Leader Award honors students in south Lake. The award was named in memory of Goodgame, a devoted community leader who served as a dedicated community leader and the students, just like Ray are champions...
Submitted by St. Matthias Episcopal Church
St. Matthias Episcopal Church, located at 574 W Montrose, Clermont, will be holding a free Vacation Bible School program June 19-23 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Youngsters who are rising kindergarteners through rising...
The Clermont Downtown Partnership hosted its Second Annual Candy Cane Lane Holiday Craft and Gift Show on Saturday, November 14 on Montrose Street in downtown Clermont.
The event kicked off the holiday season with music, food trucks, vendors, face painting,...
The Healthy West Orange Arts and Heritage Center at the Town of Oakland invites you to participate in our 2nd second annual holiday tree decorating campaign, Trees of the Season.
Trees of the Season is your opportunity to showcase your...
Only a person with a pet can explain the bond shared and the love experienced between pet and owner. The pain and sorrow felt from the loss of a pet is sometimes overwhelming.
Today, I received a plea to help...
The Florida Run @ Lake Louisa State Park is a trail run for everyone and takes place on Saturday, January 30. Lake Louisa State Park offers amazing beauty, vast terrain, rolling hills, lakes, and wildlife for this half marathon,...
If you are looking for a place to have your next event (Birthday Party, Baby Shower, Small Wedding, meeting) consider the Clermont Garden Clubhouse. This clean, open, bright and quaint space is situated on the grounds of a beautiful...
Written By Grant Mollett, M. Ed.
East Ridge High School
(photos taken by Dave Worthington)
The West Orange Invitational has become one of the largest and most competitive cross country events in Central Florida. For ten of the teams that participated in...
All offices of the Lake County Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller will be closed on Thursday, Nov. 25 and Friday, Nov. 26 for the Thanksgiving holiday.
The closure includes the Lake County Courthouse, 550 W. Main St., Tavares,...
There is something special about an evening parade. The twinkling lights, along with music and a cheering crowd makes floats, marchers, just about everything so much more colorful and mesmerizing.
The 2nd Annual Minneola Moonlight Parade proved just that....It was...
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...
Clermont VFW Post 5277 and its Auxiliary recently delivered a community service grant of $1000 to Sawgrass Bay Elementary School Principal Andrea Steenken and Katherine Self for their "Comfort Closet".
The Comfort Closet is used for food, clothing and footwear for...
Included in the 23-24 State Budget, the Town of Oakland was awarded a $2 million legislative appropriation for an innovative alternative water project. The appropriation will pay for a large portion of the project, with the Town also committing...
On Saturday, February 24th from 9 am to 1 pm, the Friends of Lake Louisa State Park will be hosting their 3rd annual Poochapalooza, a day to celebrate and enjoy our canine companions. This is a free event included in...
At a recent South Lake Chamber of Commerce Breakfast, Sheri Lewin of Thrive Clermont brought along a few members to assist her in describing what Thrive Clermont is all about and its importance to teens in the south Lake...
The Florida sunshine is why people move to Florida. But during the summer months, the heat and sunshine hold major risks, including dehydration and a variety of heat-related illnesses, such as heat stress, heat cramps, heat exhaustion, even heat...
Submitted by the Clermont Historical Society
Clermont Woman’s Club member Debbie Milwee visited the Clermont Historic Village Museum recently with a generous donation from her organization to the Clermont Historical Society. Debbie presented the check to CHS Treasurer Dieter Grube...
by Donna Digennaro, South Lake Historical Society
The South Lake County Historical Society invites you to come by the Historic Village any time during the holiday season. Of course, they would prefer that you come on a Friday when the...