Congregation Sinai will host their annual Purim Party celebration service virtually this year on Friday, February 26 starting at 7:30 to 9 PM. This combination Kabbalat Shabbat service will be filled with entertaining music and a Megillah reading. To...
Red Nose Day is a campaign with the mission to end child poverty by funding programs that keep children safe, healthy, and educated. The Red Nose Campaign brings people together to laugh and have fun while raising life-changing cash for...
Instead of a sleigh, members of Beta Theta, a chapter of Epsilon Sigma Alpha, packed their cars with gifts and headed to Minneola Place, an assisted living facility located at 301 South Main Avenue in Minneola, where the residents waited...
by Larry Oskin
Debbie Flinn was born in the Orlando area and raised in Winter Garden. She is a true local native. She is married with two grown children who were both raised in Minneola. She has lived in Minneola...
Groveland residents turned out in the thousands to see the annual holiday parade, which was one of many seasonal activities the city-sponsored on Saturday. The day started with the debut of the Elf Run 5K, which started and ended...
Clinton Pownall of Computer Business Consultants presented the South Lake Chamber of Commerce Community Public Service Award to Deputy Sheriff Kesihia Rytter at the annual Ambassador Breakfast on Friday, February 21.
Deputy Sheriff Rytter joined the Lake County Sheriff's Office...
The South Lake Chamber of Commerce Business Breakfast was held on Friday, May 19.
Thom Kieft of Lake-Sumter State College and president of the SLCC presented two $1,000 Ray Goodgame Awards.
The Ray Goodgame Award honors exceptional students in the...
It’s Time to Register for the 11th Annual “Howl-O’Ween” Costume Pet Parade Benefiting The Animal League
Event: Howl-O’Ween Costume Pet Parade
Benefitting: The Animal League
When: Sunday, October 27, 2019
Where: City Hall Park (Downtown Clermont)
7th Street and W....
The Nation is still losing first responders from exposure to the dangerous toxins at ground zero over the days and months following the horrific event. Americans should never forget the brave men and women who responded to the attack...
The Community Foundation of South Lake has scholarships available to high school seniors attending any of the five high schools in South Lake County. (East Ridge, Lake Minneola, South Lake, Real Life Academy & Montverde Academy). Students complete one...
On June 7th, the Orlando Cat Café proudly announced their new partnership with SPCA Florida, a highly regarded 501(c)3 non-profit animal welfare organization headquartered in Lakeland, Florida. More than 130 guests came and went throughout the day-long welcoming celebration...
Bentley is a 5-year-old Yellow Lab Blend. At over 70 lbs, Bentley is a very big boy! Bentley is very friendly, and does well with both people and other dogs, though he prefers female dogs to males. Bentley has...
The monthly Wine Stroll, presented by Wheatley Realty Group, returns on April 22. Tickets are $20 per person and can be purchased in advance at https://bit.ly/AprilWineStroll23 or in person at Wheatley Realty Group beginning at 5:30 p.m.
It’s that time of year again where families are gathering all required materials for the start of the new school year. This year, the City of Groveland will be partnering with local community leaders and organizations for a free...
Mascotte Charter Elementary School and The Kiwanis Club celebrate Terrific Kids.
Emilee Hill, Aaliyah King, Ariana Luna, Alara Tinch, Lily Haddox, Hailey Olson, Elista Velez, Alison Baez-Guzman, Silas Dollar, Adamari Medellin, Nevaeh White, Alizee Romero, Emilia Dominquez, Eli Barreto, Jadea...
Feature Story and Photos by Larry H. Oskin
F45 Training Studio just opened in the Clermont Kings Ridge Publix Shopping Center. The South Lake Chamber of Commerce team, supportive businesses and many local dignitaries were on hand for a ribbon-cutting...
This month, Groveland Community Redevelopment Agency's (CRA) Business of the Month goes to Krispy's Fried Chicken!
For decades, Krispy Fried Chicken, located at 307 E Broad St., Groveland, has been serving mouth-watering fried chicken, chicken livers, wings and sides to...
Federal funds have been allocated through the American Rescue Plan to address the impact the pandemic had on schools.
Lake County Schools has convened a committee of community stakeholders to identify projects that could benefit from federal funds recently allocated...
Educational Choice gives families the flexibility to send their children to any traditional public school, regardless of where in Florida they live, as long as the school has the capacity and the family can provide transportation.
Lake County Schools began...
For 27 years the South Lake Chamber of Commerce has honored its friendly, helpful Ambassadors, the people seen in their bright blue jackets welcoming new businesses to the community.
Over 220 local business leaders attended the 27th Annual Ambassador Breakfast...
Oakland Town Manager Steve Koontz invites you to join him for coffee and conversation from 9-10 a.m. on Thursday, Aug. 11, at the Oakland Meeting Hall. Coffee will be served at the Meeting Hall, located at 221 N. Arrington...
With numerous surrounding cities deciding to cancel their customary Fourth of July festivities this year, the City of Groveland was challenged with the decision to press forward while celebrating safely. This year, Groveland will conduct a simultaneous dueling fireworks...
submitted by The Pastfinders Of South Lake
Take a journey back to D-Day and the Battle of Normandy nearly 80 years ago. Explore historical artifacts, hear firsthand accounts from veteran interviews, and observe what the battlefields of France look like...
County residents are invited to help combat mosquito populations and keep the community clean by participating in Tire Amnesty Day, held from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. on Saturday, Mar. 23 at the Lake County Landfill, 13130 County Landfill...
Article and Photos by Chuck Seaver
An outpouring of food donations, care for the community and volunteer teamwork came together on Saturday, November 19th at the Northeast Regional Park of the Four Corners Community to ensure that families that...
Thousands of ghouls, goblins, pumpkins, and princesses enjoyed a beautiful day at the Harvest Festival in Downtown Clermont. One of the favorite events for the children was the First United Methodist Church popular Trunk or Treat. Costumed children and their...
Submitted by the Animal League
This charming puppy is just 2 months old and looking for a forever family. Finnegan is a Beagle Blend, and we think he'll be a medium-sized dog (around 30-35 lbs) once he's fully grown. Finnegan is...
The Florida Department of Health (Department) has announced there are two presumptive positive cases of 2019 coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in Florida. Both individuals remain in isolation at this time. Despite these cases in Florida, the overall immediate threat to...
Submitted by Grant Mollett, M.Ed., East Ridge High School
Inverness, Florida (August 25) - The East Ridge High School girls cross country team opened the 2018 season today, as they competed in the Whispering Pines Invitational at Whispering Pines Park in...
The Clermont Police are hosting a FREE Basketball Camp for ages 9 to 15 years old.
The event will take place at Clermont Elementary School, 680 East Highland Ave., Clermont on July 11-12 from 9 am to noon.
To register for...
Submitted by Lion Club President Nick Jones
Melissa Stephan, M.Ed., Director of Curriculum and Instruction, LakeTechnical College was the guest speaker at the Lions Club on February 9, at IHOP in Clermont. The Club wanted to know more about the programs offered...
Feature Story and Photos by: Larry H. Oskin
The Legends Homeowners Association worked closely with the City of Clermont to re-purchase the Legends Golf Course and Country Club from the previous owners. Legends is located on Highway 27 in Clermont,...
The American Legion Post 63 in Winter Garden is holding a 2.2 Mile Ruck Walk to help raise money and community awareness of the 22 veteran and active duty suicides happening per day due to PTS. Two WWII vets...
submitted by the Animal League
My name is Unity. I am a 55 pound, female Labrador Retriever Blend and almost 2 years old! My friends at The Animal League saved me and my young puppies from a rural shelter. My...
Celebrate the holidays with this classic ballet at the Clermont Performing Arts Center.
The Central Florida Dreamplex (Dreamplex) invites the community to support individuals with disabilities at a special performance of The Nutcracker, December 14, at the Clermont Performing Arts...
On Saturday, Sept 25, the South Lake Little League celebrated its opening game day with lots of pictures, raffles, bounce houses, dunk tank, vendors, and, of course, baseball!
Clermont Police Chief Charles Broadway was among the many rooting for the...
Clermont Memorial Day service will be held Monday, May 27, at 11:00 am at the Clermont waterfront pavilion, 330 Third St., Clermont.
The program is sponsored by Tomoka Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution; Sgt. I.W. Hatcher, Jr. Marine Corp...
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...
Chuck Seaver - South Lake Tablet
The United States Naval Sea Cadet Corps (USNSCC) Clermont Battalion held its annual graduation and awards ceremony at the Performing Arts Center, Clermont on May 21st. The USNSCC is a congressionally chartered, U.S. Navy-sponsored...
While you were sheltering in place during COVID, here are some of the many things that have come or are coming to the South Lake area!
Hwy 50
Piesanos Stone Fired Pizza, located at 1754 E. Hwy 50 (formally Chrispers). The...
Celebrate Valentine’s Week with a new French Kiss Concert performed by the Florida Lakes Symphony Orchestra here in the Mount Dora / Eustis area and in Clermont with guest conductor Alexel Izmirliev.
French Kiss Concert: This exciting concert performance will...
Dreamcatcher Horse Rescue is hosting a 3-day horse camp on Dec 20-22 and Dec. 27-29. The cost to attend is $200 with all proceeds going towards feeding and caring for rescued horses.
The camps are for all ages and abilities! (Children...
On September 16, at the South Lake Chamber Breakfast, Lake County Commissioner Sean Parks announced Natalie Christine Babinski of Montverde Academy as the recipient of the Ray Goodgame Outstanding Student Leader Award. The Ray Goodgame Scholarship honors students in the South...
Zapp's Rolling Stove LLC has recently opened on the campus of Lake Sumter State College-Clermont. The family-owned and operated business is located at 1250 North Hancock Road, Clermont at the Dupee Cafe.
MEET TYRE AND BRITTANY JONES (VIDEO)
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The South Lake...
Fear of public speaking? Toastmasters can help you improve your communication and leadership skills!
We help build confidence in public speaking and competency in leadership while having fun!
Visit Clermont Toastmasters Monday night, now meeting online!
Clermont Toastmasters is an award-winning club...
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...
The VFW Post #5277 Auxiliary hosts a spaghetti dinner event every month. The next event is on Saturday, April 23rd from 4 pm - 6 pm.
Dinner includes spaghetti and meatballs, garlic bread, salad, dessert.
Dine-in or take out for a donation...
The Clermont Youth Council has a heart for the homeless.
The teens serving in the City of Clermont’s program initiated a project to help the local homeless population and recently brought it to the finish line.
Members delivered over 250 toiletry-filled...
On 09/02/2021, The Clermont Police Department Detective Division received a phone call from Angelica Vences-Salgado, who is the mother of a juvenile victim abducted from her home in 2007. Angelica stated that she was contacted via social media by...
Photos and Article by Larry Oskin
Kentucky Fried Chicken and Pizza Hut celebrated their grand opening in Groveland. Members of the South Lake Chamber of Commerce hosted the ribbon-cutting. Many dignitaries from Clermont, Groveland, and south Lake attended, including Groveland...