By Grand Mollett, M.ED
East Ridge High School
Winter Garden - For the second year in a row, East Ridge girls cross country team is heading to the regional meet for the second year in a row!
The East Ridge High School...
Members of The Kiwanis Key Club of Pinecrest Lakes Academy held a blanket and coat drive collecting dozens of warm coats and blankets for neighbors in need this winter. From there, they were delivered to the Faith Neighborhood Center by the...
Today is Earth Day and today, the Earth received the best gift ever! By staying home, we are allowing her to heal. She's looking great! If you have a picture of beautiful south Lake area, share it. Send it...
Blushin' Bubbles is celebrating its first anniversary and friends, family and members of the South Lake Chamber of Commerce gathered at the shop to help commemorate the occasion with a ribbon-cutting.
Last year, Blushin' Bubbles and Sugar Mama's Candy Bar combined resources...
Feature Story and Photos by Larry H. Oskin, South Lake Tablet
Champion Circle is a youth empowerment mentoring program for young men, ages 14 to 18-years-old. By founding the Give a Day Foundation, Otis Taylor has made hundreds of volunteers,...
National Poll Worker Recruitment Day is Tuesday, January 25th and Lake County Supervisor of Elections, Alan Hays, is hosting Information Sessions for those interested in learning more about becoming an Election Worker in 2022.
Information Sessions have been scheduled for...
The Lake County Board of County Commissioners took the first step today to repealing a tax on businesses in the unincorporated area.
The tax – known as a Business Tax Receipt (BTR) – is currently required for any business to...
The day a student-athlete officially signs a National Letter of Intent, declaring his/her intent to attend and play a sport for an academic institution where he/she has earned a scholarship, is a milestone second only to graduation for many...
Acts of Kindness
The children and staff of the South Lake Montessori School have been filling backpacks with toys and the American Legion Post #55 have been collecting toys, games and clothing. This week the children carried the backpacks to the...
Since 2008, local community leader Samuel Davis Jr. has successfully held the title as CEO and general manager of Lake Apopka Natural Gas District, which serves more than 9,000 customers in Lake County (over 3,700 in Clermont alone).
Davis has...
On Friday, August 19, Captain Cochran, a recognized leader in the military and business sectors, was the guest speaker at the South Lake Chamber of Commerce First Responders Appreciation Breakfast.
Captain Cochran graduated from Savannah State College in June 1976,...
by Pam Schmitz
Clermont Woman's Club Member Daniela Martinez recently delivered donations to The Haven of Lake & Sumter Counties (serving Victims of Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault).
As usual, it was a trunkload of donations! The donations included children's toys, clothes...
The South Lake Junior Women's Club (SLJWC), along with Schmid Construction and other community members, sponsored gifts for the FIT students of East Ridge Middle School. FIT stands for Families in Transition.
The SLJWC sponsored this event to add joy to FIT students...
submitted by Kevin Grogan
In July 2016, Josephus Lyles and his older brother Noah turned professional and signed with Adidas. They soon joined our professional sprint group, Pure Athletics, here at the National Training Center in Clermont that boasts close to twenty professional...
submitted by the Animal League
Meet Rosita!
My name is Rosita and I am a 5 yr old female Chihuahua blend. I am a petite little lady and weigh 12 pounds, making me the perfect size dog to fit in your lap! If...
The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR), America’s largest grocery retailer, and Ocado (LSE: OCDO), one of the world’s largest dedicated online grocery retailers, announced Groveland, as the second location for one of their Customer Fulfillment Centers (CFC).
“Kroger is incredibly excited...
Sassy Yard Cards is under new ownership and the South Lake Chamber of Commerce celebrated its new owner Tiffany Addison at a ribbon-cutting.
Sassy Yard Cards creates the perfect custom yard greeting for all celebrations. Addison explains that they do all...
Want to get know local police officers? From 8 am -10 am on November 1, Clermont Police Department (CPD) will be hosting a Coffee with a Cop community event at Lucky’s Market, 1718 E HWY 50, in Clermont.
Coffee with...
By Florida Lakes Symphony Orchestra
The Florida Lakes Symphony Orchestra will soon present their gala annual “Christmas & Hanukkah Concert”, with special guest conductor Carl Topilow of the Cleveland Pops.
Holiday Concert: World-renown Konstantin Dimitrov will be performing. This special holiday...
Submitted by Grant Mollett, M.ED.
East Ridge High School
Winter Garden (October 26) - The East Ridge High School girls varsity cross country team participated in the Class 4A District 3 Championships on Friday morning at West Orange High School. West...
Chuck Seaver, president of the Kiwanis Club of Clermont welcomed Bea Pacheco as a new club member.
Bea is an educator at Groveland Elementary School and will soon be the faculty advisor of the new Kiwanis K-Kids program at Groveland...
On Friday, January 10, the City of Clermont held a ribbon-cutting for the new City of Clermont Boat Ramp located along the southern shores of Lake Minneola, just east of Waterfront Park.
The $2.49 million project is part of the...
Paradise Grills celebrated the opening of its showroom at 17320 Highway 50, Clermont. The showroom offers a wide selection of luxury outdoor kitchens, hibachis, fire pits, fireplaces built-in grills and tiki huts.
Paradise Grills, America's largest outdoor kitchen manufacturer, with...
Mascotte City Manager Jim Gleason believes that although safety is a serious issue and each local government may have a different opinion or belief concerning safety in public schools, the situation needs to be fully addressed and FUNDED by the...
The Lake County Emergency Operations Center (EOC) will activate to Level 2 - Partial Activation in response to Tropical Storm Elsa beginning Monday, July 5 at 9 a.m. Lake County’s Office of Emergency Management will be monitoring the storm...
When 90 youth from throughout the Leesburg Stake of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints came together for their annual Youth Conference, they had a clear focus on service. One day of the three-day conference was dedicated...
The Clermont Police Department is working on an Attempted Homicide that occurred May 29, 2021 at approximately 4:07 pm in the 500 block of E Minnehaha Ave., Clermont, FL.
Clermont Police Officers were dispatched to a shooting involving an adult...
AdventHealth held a Fall-themed Festival to celebrate the grand opening of its new Clermont emergency room on Sunday, November 14. Approximately 500 community residents attended the celebration and enjoyed music from a bluegrass band, free light bites, flowers, and a...
Submitted by Chantel Buck
On Saturday, April 8, New Vision held its 8th annual Sensational Egg Hunt. Nearly 50 kids of all ages and abilities, and their families, experienced a truly sensory Easter egg hunt with hundreds of beeping eggs...
In 2022
Moonlight Beach Run - 13.1-15K-10K-5K (Jan. 1, 2022)
Orange Blossom Half Marathon-10K-5K (March 5, 2022)
39th Annual Great Clermont Triathlon (March 12, 2022)
38th Annual Florida Challenge Intimidator Triathlon (March 12, 2022)
Lake Minneola Half Marathon-10K-5K (March 26, 2022)
Earth Day 5...
Congregation Sinai will host their annual Golf Tournament on Sunday, March 31 at the Green Valley Golf Course on Sunday in Clermont. This tournament offers lunch, plenty of awards and prizes. It is open to the public.
This exciting annual...
The Great Floridian Marketplace was recently welcomed into the business community at a ribbon cutting ceremony hosted by the South Lake Chamber of Commerce.
The Great Floridian Marketplace, a charming boutique, is located next to Erika's Tea Room, also owned...
Lake County robotics students will be able to hone their engineering skills in preparation for an intense season of competition while providing a taste for a potential STEM career thanks to SECO Energy.
The not-for-profit electric cooperative provided $3,500 in...
The Boston Marathon has been called the Superbowl of Marathons. Runners only get in by hitting qualification standards in smaller marathons (26.2 miles). Kimberly Grogan, a local mom of two and with her husband Kevin owns and operates Gear...
Dear Friends of the Community Foundation of South Lake County,
Just over a year ago, all our lives changed due to the pandemic, and much of the change will be long-lasting. As we continue to navigate our "new normal," your...
Get ready to lace up your sneakers for another worthy cause in Clermont.
The Clermont Police Department will host Lake County’s annual Break the Silence Stop the Violence 5K to benefit Haven of Lake and Sumter Counties. The event will...
Olympus, the innovative master-planned community and lifestyle destination encompassing 250 acres in central Florida, is revving up for a 2023 groundbreaking on its dynamic Sports Campus. The campus, uniquely programmed to include a cutting-edge Performance institute, impressive range of...
Memorial Day, the day we remember the brave men and women who gave their lives to defend this country, is this coming Monday. The Clermont Historical Society invites you to come to the Historic Village this weekend and tour...
Matthew and Mariam Martinez are the proud owners of For His Glory Drinks and Eats, a local coffee trailer that recently opened in Howey in the Hills.
The South Lake Chamber of Commerce traveled to celebrate the opening and officiate at...
La Forza del Destino (The Force of Destiny) by Giuseppe Verdi
The Friends of the Cooper Memorial Library will host Opera @ the Library on Monday, September 24, at 1:45 pm in room 108 B, presenting Giuseppe Verdi’s La Forza del...
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 Shelter is temporarily suspending feline-focused programs and is looking for foster parents and supplies.
The Lake County Animal Shelter will not be accepting cats due to a small number of felines testing positive for an infectious virus. As part...
Over 1,200 guests had the opportunity to enjoy samplings from over 60 local restaurants and businesses at the 2021 Taste of South Lake held on November 4 at Waterfront Park, Clermont.
Congratulations to the Taste of South Lake People's Choice...
Lake County Solid Waste is suspending bulk trash pickup due to Hurricane Dorian.
Residents who have bulk trash are asked to secure it for later disposal when normal business resumes. Those wishing to dispose of bulk items before the storm...
The School Board has approved the following new principal assignments for next school year:
Cindy Christidis will be the new principal at Beverly Shores Elementary School. She will fill a vacancy left by Valda Niznik, who is moving to...
Orlando Health ranked 13th in Forbes’ fourth annual list of America’s Best Employers By State. The list ranks 100 Florida businesses and organizations based on surveys submitted by employees. Recently named a 2022 Best Places to Work in Healthcare by Modern Healthcare, Orlando Health is no...
Friday, October 16 - South Lake Chamber of Commerce Breakfast Highlights
Attending as Honored Guests: Clermont Police Chief Charles Broadway and Dr. Jamin Brahmbhatt
Clermont Police Chief Charles Broadway of the Clermont Police Department was recently named the 2020 Citizen of...
On Sunday, August 7 from 8:30 am to 11:30 am, the VFW Auxiliary will be hosting breakfast at the VFW Lodge 855 W. Desoto St., Clermont
Eat-in or take-out.
For a donation of $8 enjoy:
3 pancakes with 3 slices of...
After over 40 years, the curtain will come down for the last time at the tiny community theater located at 735 W Minneola Avenue in Downtown Clermont where, for decades, countless aspiring actors have had the opportunity to dance, sing, and...
Submitted by Hilary Allen
Lake Minneola High School Sports Week In Review (April 9-14)
Monday, April 9
The Varsity Softball Team was defeated by South Lake High, 12 - 9.
Wednesday, April 11
The Hawks Baseball Team beat East Ridge High 3...