submitted by the Animal League
My name is Becky, and I am a female 6-month-old Labrador/Staffordshire Terrier mix weighing around 50 pounds and I want nothing more than to be affectionate with everyone! I am such a sweet dog who...
Scouts BSA Troop 998 will be selling homemade goodies and Read to Sydney will be handing out summer reading books in the parking lot of Scates Reality, 400 E. Hwy 50, Clermont on Saturday, June 29th from 10 am—1...
Let me introduce myself. My name is Sunny, and I'm the newest addition to the Read To Sydney Team.
Toby is my mentor and has been teaching me how to help children read, one "tail" at a time. Our companion...
Curious about Toastmasters? Attending a meeting is a great opportunity to learn what it’s all about. The club provides a safe, supportive and positive learning environment in which members are empowered to develop communication and leadership skills, resulting in...
Mascotte Charter invites the community to its campus for two events.
Event #1: Mascotte Charter School Showcase
Parents and the Community are Invited to Attend Sessions on:
- Preventing Summer Learning Loss.
- Using Skyward Parent Access.
- Getting Your Child Ready for Kindergarten.
-...
Shop Small Businesses - Get your Holiday shopping done in Groveland (Lake David Park - 450 S. Lake Ave., Groveland) on November 25, from 11:00 am-6:00 pm.
60 local shopping vendors will display their Artisan and craft wares.
Highlights: Holiday photos...
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...
Pastor Bill Bernoir has experienced a set of emotionally discouraging circumstances which has left him needing the help of his church and community. Last year, Pastor Bernoir lost his wife of 53 years, and currently was notified by his...
This coming Sunday, April 12 is Easter, a religious holiday commemorating the resurrection of Jesus from the dead.
No matter what your religious belief, you have probably followed, at least, a few Easter traditions, such as discovering an Easter basket filled...
In support of the COVID-19 order that Gov. DeSantis signed on April 29, Lake County Commission Chairman Leslie Campione signed an order today providing additional protocols and guidelines for residents and businesses. To view the order, visit https://bit.ly/LCEmergencyOrder.
“This order...
Written by Daniel D. Whitehouse, Esq.
There’s an old saying that business owners refuse to work a 40-hour-per-week job for someone else, so instead, they work 80+ hours for themselves. We see this play out time and time again with...
The “Force” is sure to be very strong on August 10th from 10 am to 1 pm for the annual STAR WARS DAY hosted by the Cagan Crossings Community Library with support by volunteers from the Friends of the Library Organization...
The Cooper Memorial Library will host the Lake Concert Band live in concert with a program of music generously sponsored by the Friends of the Cooper Memorial Library on Saturday, November 9, at 3:00 pm in Room 108 (first-floor...
As part of Lake County’s ongoing effort to promote public health and safety, the Lake County Board of County Commissioners’ March 24 meeting at 9 am will be held via teleconference, as authorized by Gov. Ron DeSantis’s Executive Order...
Step into paradise at the 10th annual Clermont Caribbean Jerk Festival on Saturday, June 3, from 12 to 9 p.m. presented by the Caribbean American Association of Lake County (CAALC). The free family-friendly cultural event at Clermont’s Waterfront Park...
Don't miss the Mega Food Truck Rally on Montrose St. in Downtown Clermont on Saturday, June 16 from 2 pm - 9 pm.
There will be over 30+ food trucks on Montrose. Browse vendor booths and shops. Bring your lawn...
Happy Veterans Day to all the men and women who have protected our Nation, thank you for your service.
It is difficult to show our appreciation in traditional ways due to the pandemic but, no doubt about it, WE LOVE,...
Here comes Peter Cotton Tail hopping down the walking trail! That’s right, Peter Cotton Tail is at Clermont’s Historic Village just waiting for individual children to come by and take their picture with him. So, when you are walking...
Experience a nighttime hike through the woods of Lake Louisa State Park in the dark, as the terrors of the past come out.
The Friends of Lake Louisa State Park are hosting the scary event from 7 pm to 9 pm.
Warning:...
An Enchanted Evening of Bras for the Cause and Boxers Too was held at Clermont's Performing Arts Center on Saturday, March 25th.
The glitz and glamour gala successfully raised money for the Greater Clermont Cancer Foundation (GCCF) because cancer...
Groveland, Lake County, and the Lake-Sumter MPO are leading a transportation summit on March 1 at 6 PM at the Puryear Building in Groveland. Despite the lofty name, the meeting is intended to be an informal meeting. Our local...
The District Board of Trustees of Lake-Sumter State College has approved a building plan for Phase 1 of Pinecrest Lakes Middle/High School to be built on the South Lake Campus in Clermont.
Earlier this year, Lake-Sumter State College and Pinecrest...
submitted by Clermont Historical Society
If you are like a lot of people, you remember when everyone made fun of “home remedies.” Herbs were Grandma’s idea of medicine, not at all like the “real” things we got from doctors and...
It’s the first annual Winter Wreath Walk at Oakland Nature Preserve and the community is invited to design the wreaths! Approximately 60 illuminated wreaths with Florida winter themes will line the Heathy West Orange Boardwalk to the pavilion at Lake...
The South Lake Chamber of Commerce announced this year's recipients of the prestigious Citizen of the Year, Heritage Award, and Oakley Seaver Award at the South Lake Business Award Gala held at Bella Collina on April 10.
Citizen Of The...
Submitted by The Pastfinders of South Lake
August is the dog days of summer. To beat the heat let’s spend some time indoors chatting with some like-minded family historians on Zoom. You can exchange knowledge and discuss a genealogical topic...
From Triathlons to Art-Infused wine strolls to Sunday Farmers' Market, all Roads Lead To Fun In Downtown Clermont.
Caribbean Jerk Festival
June 4 from 12:00 pm - 9:00 pm at Waterfront Park (330 Third Street, Clermont) Caribbean Jerk Festival is...
Eli Sweet, a member of Boy Scout Troop 784 of Clermont, recently completed his Eagle Scout Service Project. He and other members of Troop 784 presented 2 "Buddy Benches" at Pine Ridge Elementary in Clermont this July in time...
On Saturday, August 27, at 8:30 am, the doors of Compassionate Health of Clermont opened and members of the South Lake Chamber of Commerce were there to officiate at the ribbon-cutting ceremony. Dr. Marla Velasquez and Jhenelle Lawson, NP celebrated good health and wellness...
by Kevin Grogan
The newly formed FloDash Events has created quite a buzz around the immediate endurance community.
Amalie Skorman, the co-race director, described how the FloDash events started, "The group of us all run and also have a passion for producing...
The fun starts on Saturday, September 25, 2021, at 8:00 am when Puttin’ Fore Paws Charity Golf Tournament tees off at Green Valley Country Club in Clermont (registration at 7 am).
“This is not your average, run-of-the-mill golf tournament,” explains Terri Kracht,...
By Cris Coniglio
Women in Aviation International hosts a Girl’s In Aviation Day each year across the country in coordination with each of their Chapters around the world. This is a day to inspire and educate female students who seek...
Mascotte Charter School Open Application for Enrollment is available online from January 24 to February 28. The application is open to new students to Mascotte Charter entering Kindergarten to 5th Grade for the 2022-2023 School Year.
Mascotte Charter is a...
Feature Story and Photos by Larry H. Oskin
The Clermont Performing Art Center’s Black Box Theatre continues to host ‘You Are Still There’ as a popular monthly matinee series by Charlie Grinker.
Joy of Flight: Armed with awesome old films, stories...
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...
Kids are invited to hang out with their local heroes for a good cause.
The Clermont Police Department will host the 6th annual Lights and Ladders community event from 5-9 pm. TODAY, Friday, Jan. 31 at Sky Zone Trampoline Park,...
Hop on over to the Four Corners Easter Event and Kids Business Fair happening on Saturday, April 8th from 2 pm - 6 pm by the Cagan Crossings Community Library!
Have your photo taken with the Easter Bunny and enjoy...
The members of the Mascotte Church are hosting a fundraiser on March 2 to raise money for their building fund. The church building is 114 years old and in need of repair.
Everyone is invited to enjoy great food, entertainment and...
submitted by the Animal League
Meet Blissy!
Blissy is a Schnauzer Blend who is about 4-years-old and is 55 pounds. Blissy is good with children and other dogs.
Come on out and adopt me or one of my friends! There are on...
The Clermont Woman's Club started the new season with its first guest speaker.
Dr. Holly Saunders, Radiologist and Director of the South Lake Women Center at South Lake Hospital spoke about the importance of mammograms and the different methods used to...
Downtown Clermont - In contrast to Friday evening's torrential rains, Saturday morning was cool, sunny and perfect for visitors to stroll along Montrose Street enjoying the artwork of talented artists and crafters.
The Clermont Downtown Partnership hosts the signature event...
Sheila Davis had an eye-opening experience and wants to share it.
Submitted by Sheila Davis
I arrived in Clermont on the first of January to visit my parents. My dad, George Snyder, decided that I should learn Shuffleboard, the game he...
Are you looking for a teaching opportunity for next school year? Join us at Lake County Schools’ premier hiring event of the year!
We are a friendly district with a hometown feel less than an hour outside of Orlando. To...
Paddington, now happily settled with the Brown family and a popular member of the local community, picks up a series of odd jobs to buy the perfect present for his Aunt Lucy's 100th birthday, only for the gift to...
The Groveland Historical Society and city leaders have joined together to honor hometown veterans who died while serving their country by featuring them on banners along eastbound State Road 50.
Seven banners, 30 inches by 84 inches, include a patriotic...
Feature Story & Photos by Larry H. Oskin
The Clermont Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 5277 is celebrating its 75th Diamond Jubilee.
Founded in 1946 in South Lake, the local VFW remains focused on helping and protecting American war veterans, their...
Feature Story & Photos By: Larry H. Oskin
Charity Across South Lake (CASL) is bringing the Lake County community together to bring complimentary backpacks full of fall school supplies to students later this month. CASL President Michelle Michnoff notes, “Our...
Submitted by the Pastfinders of South Lake
Mark your calendar to attend the Pastfinders Cultural and Genealogical Community Showcase at Cooper Memorial Library. Earlier this year, Pastfinders of South Lake County Genealogical Society scheduled a day to celebrate Family. It was supposed to...
Submitted by Nichole Smith, Montverde Academy
Mrs. Joslyn Roberts-Judy teaches 7th grade life science and robotics in the Middle School at Montverde Academy. This summer, she traveled to Saco, Maine, for a professional development institute at The Teacher Institute for Watershed...
The Gem of the Hills Community Service Award honors residents or organizations that contribute to the South Lake community; lending their time, efforts, and talents outside any volunteer work done for their employer.
At the recent South Lake Chamber of...