Feature Story and Photos by Larry H. Oskin
The Clermont Performing Arts Center is host to the Moonlight Players’ performances of Godspell on April 16-18. This musical was originally composed by Stephen Schwartz with the book by John-Michael Tebelak. The...
All offices of the Lake County Board of County Commissioners, as well as the Lake County Tax Collector, will be closed Jan. 1 for New Year’s Day. Additionally, the Supervisor of Elections Office will be closed on Jan. 1. The...
By Jessica Whitehouse
Short Story #2 In The Series of "Life with Jess And Friends"
While digging through the contents of my purse, aka, the Black Hole, a penny fell out. It was corroded, flattened, and poor Abraham Lincoln was almost...
The Hope Center is hosting its 1st Annual 5K with its goal of getting 500 participants to run or walk the course. The 5K event is scheduled on May 15 from 8 am to 10 am at Victory Pointe. Registration is...
Abbott has issued a press release voluntarily recalling certain lots of 2 fluid ounce/59 milliliter bottles of Ready-to-Feed (RTF) liquid formula products. For a list of products and lot numbers included in the recall, click here or call 1-800-986-8540.
According...
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...
Coming to Clermont:
Costco Wholesale Warehouse is a membership-only warehouse club that offers a wide range of products at discounted prices, from groceries and electronics to home goods and appliances. The Warehouse will be located on a 20-acre site...
“Celebrate Community” is the theme Building Blocks Ministries has chosen this year to celebrate Developmental Disability Awareness month. There is a growing need for essential services that help individuals with developmental disabilities have the same life experiences as those...
Feature Story and Photos by Larry H. Oskin
The Black Box Theatre in the Clermont Performing Arts Center (CPAC) is host to the '25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee'. Originally produced and directed on Broadway, the Moonlight Players brought it...
The Clermont Garden Club gardens and surrounding property was awarded as a Certified Wildlife Habitant. The property was recognized for its commitment to sustainably provide the essential elements of wildlife habitat.
Visit the gardens at 849 West Avenue, Clermont and...
National Dog Day started in 2004, and continues to grow in popularity. Since its beginning, an estimated one million dogs have been saved through adoption in the U.S.
There is a dog out there for everyone! Whether you like big...
By Chuck Seaver, Kiwanis Club of Clermont
The newest honorary member, Sunny the Therapy Pup, was installed at the Kiwanis Club of Clermont's annual awards banquet.
Sunny is currently training as a service dog to assist children and others in the...
Commemorating nearly two decades as a Tree City USA®, Oakland is hosting a special art and history exhibit celebrating the beauty of nature and delving into the inspiration behind Oakland’s name. “Among the Oaks” explores when the town was...
James (Jim) Purvis (Clermont City Council Seat 2) and incumbent Heidi L. Brishke (City Council Seat 4) were sworn into office for two-year terms at the November 19 council meeting.
Jim Purvis received 1,816 votes cast. Opponent Joe Gustafson received...
For nearly 45 years, Beta Theta-ESA, a local service organization, has provided support to the community. They have provided many charitable organizations in need with loving assistance and have awarded scholarships to students to prepare them for the future.
With...
Article by Grant Mollett, East Ridge High School
Photos contributed by David Worthington.
The East Ridge High School girls cross country team’s official practices began on Monday, August 1, 2022. The runners have several weeks of practice to get themselves...
Article and Photos By Linda Charlton
The Mascotte Cemetery was not on the agenda at a recent city council meeting, but it was the center of attention for a while anyway. Speaking during the public comments portion of the meeting,...
Celebrate Mother's Day Weekend Running With Your Friends or Watching Your Friends Run.
Where: Clermont's Victory Point, 938 Victory Way, Clermont
What: Sprint Triathlon: Swim (440 yards), Bike (8 mile), Run (3.1 miles).
Sprint Duathlon: Run (1 mile), Bike (8 mile), Run (3.1...
Clermont Fire Department is determined to save as many four-legged lives as possible.
That’s why staff applied for pet oxygen masks from Invisible Fence of Central Florida, a request that was granted Dec. 9 with a special delivery to Station...
Alexis Gamez, who will be a senior at Leesburg High School this fall, was elected to a national officer position in SkillsUSA, a career and technical student organization that brings together students, teachers and industry to ensure America has...
by Linda Charlton
It's midday in the media center at East Ridge High School, and band director Jack Hart is ready to greet his next class of students. If he had a band room, he would be in it. If...
The 4th Annual Clermont Lighted Boat Parade, benefiting the South Lake Elks "Christmas for Kids" Program will be held on Saturday, December 7. There will be over $1,000 in donated prizes for the top 3 best-decorated boats. Boats must...
Article and Photos by Ted Luebbers
The members of the Experimental Aircraft Association Chapter 534 held a Young Eagles rally at the Leesburg International Airport in Leesburg, FL. on Mar. 18, 2023.
Despite the dire forecast of rain and cloudiness the weather...
Sara Echavarria (9th grade) and Lyla Langley (7th grade), both students of Dr. Caryn Long at Montverde Academy, were invited by Marilé Colón Robles, Project Scientist for NASA GLOBE Clouds, to attend a celebration at NASA Langley Research Center...
"Cookies and Cocoa" is set for Friday, Dec. 9, from 6 to 9 am in Downtown Clermont. Merchants provide free, yummy cookies and rich, hot chocolate and local entertainers perform at City Hall Park. Be sure to stroll around and see...
By Stuart Wilson, Mango Tree Arts
The Thrive Clermont organization held a Thrive Supporter’s Brunch on Sunday, December 9 at The Lab Hair Studio in Downtown Clermont. This event is an annual thank you to the individuals and organizations that...
At the May meeting of the Clermont Woman's Club (CWC), Carol Spaldi, Chairwoman of the CWC Education Committee, presented scholarships and flowers to three very deserving students. The scholarships were presented to
Hailey Bladek, South Lake High School. She will...
Explore Downtown Clermont on St. Patricks Day - The Clermont Downtown Partnership will host its Annual Spring Community Yard Sale in conjunction with Sunday's Farmers Market on March 17 from 9 am - 2 pm. Clean out your garage, gather your...
Members of the South Lake Chamber of Commerce, family, friends, and patrons welcomed Melissa Savinon, owner of j’adore-Clermont, into the business community. Melissa, a born and raised Florida girl, says she loves family, fun and her new beauty and...
By Nichole Smith
On Thursday, November 17, Opera Orlando presented “All Is Calm: The Christmas Truce of 1914” in the Sandra O. Stephens Fine Arts Center at Montverde Academy. Students from the Middle School and the Fine Arts Conservatory were...
submitted by Clermont Waterfront parkrun
Clermont Waterfront parkrun - Event number 252
For many runners, the beginning of fall often signifies perfect jogs in cool, crisp weather as vivid autumn leaves crunch with every step. This, sadly, is usually not the case...
Orlando Health South Lake Hospital has selected Jennifer Grafton, MBA, CPA, as the hospital’s new chief financial officer effective April 1, 2021. Grafton transitioned to Orlando Health South Lake from Orlando Health St. Cloud Hospital.
“We’re excited to welcome Jennifer...
The Florida Department of Health in Lake County (DOH-Lake) is strongly encouraging all unvaccinated residents to get their flu shot as soon as possible. Flu vaccination is the best way to prevent the flu and its potentially serious complications.
The...
The Lake County Animal Shelter is celebrating National Adoption Weekend in partnership with PetSmart Charities. The event will take place at the Lake Square Mall, located at 10401 U.S. Highway 441 in Leesburg from 1 – 4 pm on...
March 20 - To keep Florida residents and visitors safe, informed and aware about the status of the virus, The Florida Department of Health has launched a COVID-19 dashboard that will be updated twice daily. s of 6 pm, there are...
Each small business owner has a dream to become successful by providing a service that is needed, recognized, and appreciated by the consumer.
The responsibilities of the small business owner are overwhelming. Things can go wrong, even when everything is...
Tickets are now on sale for the 2022-23 season of extraordinary entertainment at the Clermont Performing Arts Center". Main Stage performances, Friday Night shows at the Black Box and Charlie Grinker's "Favorite Moments" are part of this season's line...
On March 4, Groveland Communications Dispatcher Brandelyn Rogers, Sergeant John Moore, and Corporal Alicia Menendez were recognized by Groveland Mayor Evelyn Wilson, city council members, and Police Chief Shawn Ramsey and presented with the prestigious Life-Saving Award.
During the presentation, Deputy Chief...
Beta Theta’s 16th Annual Mardi Gras Celebration is back! The members of Beta Theta are preparing to hold their signature, costumed event on Saturday, February 18th at the Clermont Performing Arts Center and there is still time to become...
What is a SIG? SIG stands for a Special Interest Group. It is a group of people who have an interest in learning, helping, and mentoring one another on a particular topic or subject. A Special Interest Group could...
Karzy Kandy recently held its grand opening. Family and friends were at the sweet shop to wish the owner success and participate in a ribbon cutting, officiated by The South Lake Chamber of Commerce.
Krazy Kandy is located at 648...
The Clermont Garden Club’s Yard of the Month for January 2022 is at 12002 Burton Street in Clermont. Karen Geisinger and her husband Billy Kerns have been transforming their yard for almost 10 years. It is a lovely combination...
The South Lake Chamber of Commerce held an official ribbon cutting to welcome, Dr. Adrianne Ferguson and her staff of Clermont Urgent Care to the community. Clermont Urgent Care, located at 1675 Hancock Road, Suite 300 Clermont, is one...
The South Lake and 4 Corners Clermont Democratic Clubs will host a meet and greet for candidates running for office in the November 6 General Election on Monday, October 1, from 6 pm -8 pm at Jack’s Barbeque, 100...
Feature Story & Photos by Larry H. Oskin
Once Upon a Creation just celebrated its Grand Opening and the South Lake Chamber of Commerce was there to host the Ribbon Cutting ceremony.
Cathylee Morales lost her job and Jessica Gagliano was...
Have you always wanted to learn more about where you come from? Who were your ancestors? What brought them to America? They may have fought in the war? What was the journey of the people who brought you to...
Cagan Crossings Four Corners Food Truck Event will be held Saturday, August 5 from 5 pm to 8 pm. located by Cagan Crossing Library, 16729 Cagan Oaks, Clermont.
Enjoy a great selection of food from Good Dog Eats, One...
Expansion of Production Kitchen and New Warehouse Space Funded by Orange County CARES Act Dollars
Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida celebrated the grand opening of its new Mercy Kitchen, which will allow the hunger-relief organization to triple its food production...
Open Enrollment is for new students entering Kindergarten and Grades 1 to 5. Mascotte Charter School’s OPEN ENROLLMENT is now open until February 28, 2020!
APPLICATION for Enrollment is available on website: https://mse.lake.k12.fl.us/information/enrollment
VPK Registration is scheduled for Wednesday, March 25, 2020.
If you have...
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...