Lake County Schools is accepting nominations for the 2021 Lake County Schools Alumni Hall of Fame inductees.
To be considered, nominees must have graduated from a Lake County public high school. The nominee may be living or deceased. Each nominee...
Carman Cullen’s dedication to the success of Lake County Schools teachers and students is known throughout the county.
Today, her efforts received statewide recognition during a Virtual Partnership Celebration of the Consortium of Florida Education Foundations (Consortium) when she was...
The Kiwanis Club of Clermont 2022 Calendar, "Historic Clermont" has arrived! A contribution of only $10 each will get you a calendar containing pictures and details of early Clermont.
Clermont has so much history to share and the calendar includes...
submitted By Donna Digennaro, Clermont Historical Society
Come to the Clermont Historic Village, 490 West Avenue, this coming Saturday, August 6thfrom 1:00 to 3:00 PM to join the young and the young at heart for the third annual People’s Choice...
Everyone in need is invited to come and pick from new and gently used clothing, shoes, and miscellaneous items. Items will be available for all ages and all sizes. “The American Legion Auxiliary, Unit 55 of Clermont, is ecstatic...
On Saturday morning, Chuck Seaver and members of the Kiwanis Club of Clermont gathered at Oak Hill Cemetary to place flags on the graves of those who served their country and community.
Seaver, a life-long resident of Clermont and president...
Lake County Supervisor of Elections, Alan Hays, advises voters to beware of misinformation and voter intimidation campaigns designed to create confusion or distrust in our elections systems.
The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) works to help identify, respond to,...
A blood donor can save a life and, as an added bonus, 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...
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...
The Kiwanis Club of Clermont and Read to Sydney will partner with the Clermont Police Department to host a Pop-Up Library for Children of all ages.
The event will take place on Saturday, October 9, 2021, from 10 am-Noon. Clermont...
Lake County Schools and the LCEA teachers union reached tentative agreement on a contract at the Aug. 9 bargaining session. The agreement was signed by both parties today. If ratified and approved by the School Board, the contract will...
By Dave Krepcho, president and CEO of Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida.
“Just because I have a car doesn’t mean I have enough money to buy food.” This quote, featured in a 2020 New York Times headline, offers a...
The Lake County Library System has extended the hours at its largest branch, the Cooper Memorial Library.
The Cooper Memorial Library, located off SR 50 in Clermont, has the highest number of checkouts in the county for a variety of...
by Chuck Seaver, South Lake Tablet
A rainy summer that was capped off by the torrential rainfall of Hurricane Ian has led to swollen water levels at the Johns Lake Boat Ramp located on Lake Avenue, near the Lake and...
The Department Of Health In Lake County
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...
As the Fourth of July holiday weekend approaches, Governor Ron DeSantis and the Florida Surgeon General are reminding all Floridians to protect the vulnerable by avoiding the Three Cs: Closed Spaces, Crowded Places and Close-Contact Settings and by wearing...
Minneola, Fla –Minneola Artworx is again inviting artists with a vision to transform community spaces to design and implement vibrant, outdoor painted murals that reflect our city. PHASE ONE has been completed with ten spectacular murals adorning the south...
Keeping the spirit of Christmas in Clermont was entwined with fun, fellowship and goodwill throughout last weekend's Light Up Clermont events.
"Claus in Clermont", a themed weekend of family fun, had something for everyone.
Light Up Clermont- December 2
The fun began...
Employees of Painalgia Relief Center, located at 240 Mohawk Road in Clermont, discovered a rope tied in the fashion of a noose hanging from a tree in front of the building this morning. The employees of the business do...
Employees with the Florida Department of Health in Lake County (DOH-Lake) are raising women’s heart health public awareness by participating and urging others in the community to wear red on Friday, February 3, 2023, which is the American Heart...
Date: Monday, June 5, 2023 - 11am
Library of Congress
Speaker: Librarian Sheree Budge
Discussion: This Gen Chat will be an orientation of the Library of Congress website and some of the ways that it can be utilized in genealogical resources. Sheree...
by Linda Charlton, South Lake Tablet
In honor of #PetFireSafetyDay (July 15) the folks at Orlando Cat Cafe have continued their tradition of donating pet-sized oxygen masks to Lake County Fire Rescue. Cat Cafe owner Sandy Cagan presented three sets...
Lake Technical College is proud to announce the following Students of the Month:
Darron Holmes – Administrative Office Specialist
Shirley Sargent – Cloud Computing & Virtualization
Nayette Robledo – Cosmetology
Michael Bumpus – CNC Machining Specialist
Mark O’Rourke –...
On Thursday, March 19, at 5:30 pm the Friend of Cooper Memorial Library is collaborating with Collette on its fourth trip.
From December 10-14, 2020 spend time on an adventure in San Antonio. The trip 3 breakfasts, 2 dinners, round trip airfare,...
Distance learning in Lake launches on Monday, March 30, and schools are busy distributing Chromebook devices to students so they can access lessons online at home while school buildings are closed in an effort to slow the spread of...
MelindaJoy Miller, the author of Shamanic Gardening and a member of the Clermont Garden Club, is shown here with Amy Hand at the Cooper Memorial Library. Members of the Garden Club share a plant with the public every month. ...
In August, the Orlando Cat Café participated in NBC & Telemundo stations’ Clear the Shelters™ nationwide pet adoption campaign and on August 27, 2020, also celebrated their 900th cat adoption. “Flo” a 6-month-old gray and white domestic shorthair kitten,...
Groveland Police Department Christmas in July Toy Drive & Outdoor Expo Car Show will be held on Saturday, July 22, from 10 am to 2 pm at 1007 State Road 50, Groveland.
Proceeds of the event will benefit the Groveland...
With temperatures expected to drop on the evening of Sunday, Feb. 13, Lake County will activate shelters for those vulnerable to cold weather.
Trinity Assembly of God, located at 200 Urick St. in Fruitland Park and LifePointe Church, located at...
Orlando Health is hosting hiring events the week of March 19, 2023
WHEN & WHERE:
Monday, March 20
Orlando Health Winnie Palmer Hospital for Women and Babies
Located at 83 West Miller Street
Orlando, FL 32806
9:30 am to 12:00 pm
This event will take place...
The Greater Clermont Cancer Foundation has (GCCF) is taking the recent Coronavirus health scare seriously. After much deliberation, the Board of GCCF has decided to reschedule the Bras for the Cause and Boxers too event for June 13, 2020.
GCCF Director...
Congratulations to South Lake High School Students Alisha Ducloseille, Masue Lee, Kian Mabbonna, Gabrielle Phillips and Amanda Torres!
The Kiwanis Club of South Lake recently awarded five graduating seniors with $500 college scholarships. These awesome Lake Minneola High School students have all...
October is National Women’s Small Business Month, which means it is time to celebrate women-owned businesses everywhere. Women own 42% of small businesses in the US which accounts for over 11 million businesses. Kimberly Grogan is the majority owner...
On a chilly December 4, The South Lake Elks Club's annual Lighted Boat Parade was held on Clermont's Chain of Lakes. The floating parade began at sunset and circled Lake Minnehaha and then Lake Minneola.
Parade organizer Mendy Bacon noted,...
Lake-Sumter State College President Dr. Stan Sidor announced his retirement, effective June 30, 2022, at a meeting of the District Board of Trustees on Friday, February 4.
“After thoughtful reflection on my 40 years in private industry and academia, I have decided to...
The OUTSIDE: Sustainable Landscapes Collaborative is a virtual event exploring how to increase the adoption of sustainable landscape practices throughout the state of Florida. This collaborative effort will engage stakeholders across the state and address how landscape practices affect...
August is Clear the Shelters Month. Let's help CLEAR THE SHELTERS!
Spot and Lilly are bonded “sisters”. They are 8 months old. Spot is a Jack Russell mix weighing approximately 15 pounds. His sister, Lilly, is a Terrier mix weighing...
Members of the Clermont Woman's Club recently attended a program at the Cooper Memorial Library.
Storyteller Carrie Sue Ayvar presented Feisty Females in Florida History, about the women who helped build, form, shape, and develop our state, and whose lives...
Lake Technical College celebrates students who have recently attended the SkillsUSA Regional and State competitions. Lake Tech’s SkillsUSA chapter is made up of over 325 students and advisors. Eight students competed at the regional competition level in Kissimmee, Florida...
Join us for the Champions Swim Run at 1 PM on Sunday, Dec 4th at the National Training Center.
We are excited to offer a fun, community event that utilizes the beautiful NTC pool--with distance options for ALL ability levels.
The...
The Mid-Week Farmers Market at Montverde announced that its Summer Vacation is in effect from Wednesday, June 13th through Wednesday, August 29th. The Market, held in Montverde’s Kirk Park since January 10th, 2018, will resume September 5th, the first Wednesday...
submitted by The Moonlight Players (photo credit: Sabrina Yager)
The classic story tells of Belle, a young woman in a provincial town; and the Beast, who is really a young prince trapped under the spell of an enchantress. If the...
What's Happening in the Libraries of South Lake
Below are a few of the Free Family Fun Events at your Library.
Thursday, October 11
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Cagan Crossings Community Library (352-243-1840)
Pumpkins & Poetry
Reading and writing workshop with poet laureate Laura Sobbott...
The City of Groveland will host a weekend series of charming, socially distant, holiday events for the community to enjoy. This year’s 29th annual celebration theme is Hometown Heroes Christmas, geared to honor first responders and war veterans. In...
St. Johns River Water Management District
In a word, June was wet — and in some areas, extremely wet. The western edge of the St. Johns River Water Management District recorded more than 10 inches of rain in June, even...
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...
Clermont Performing Arts Center presents My Mother’s Italian, My Father’s Jewish & I’m in Therapy. Steve Solomon, the star and author of the one-man show, brings to the stage dozens of wild characters. The audience follows along on this wonderfully funny...
Article and Pictures By Ted Luebbers
The Experimental Aircraft Association Chapter 534 visited JKE Works, Inc. of Mount Dora, FL on Mar. 25, 2023, to see how the restoration of the Lockheed Vega 5C was coming along.
EAA Chapter 534 members have...
Don't miss Clermont's scavenger hunt.
Teams of 2-4 people will discover unique local businesses and interesting details about the City of Clermont. Start and Finish the ride at Waterfront Park with music, prizes and lots of fun. Bring a camera....
Congratulations to our Groveland Elementary September Terrific Kids!
Terrific Kids is a character-building program sponsored by the Kiwanis Club that recognizes students for modifying their behavior.
The program encourages kids to become the best version of themselves. Kids determine what being...