The Goungampo Family from Togo, West Africa, were recent guests at the Tuscanooga Baptist Church. The three daughters provided beautiful music followed by a sermon by the father who also reported on the Christian work being done in Togo.
The...
Montverde Academy is proud to announce that Dr. Sidney A. McPhee, President of Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU), will deliver the Commencement Address for the Class of 2019 Commencement on May 25 in the Montverde Academy Center for Sportsmanship...
NASA and SpaceX on Friday gave a "go" for the Demo-2 mission, the first launch of astronauts on an American rocket from American soil since the last space shuttle mission in 2011. On Saturday, May 23, NASA astronauts Douglas Hurley...
For the past 32 years Pastfinders of South Lake County, Genealogical Society has taught the local community how to trace their family lineage at Cooper Memorial Library. Over the past 18 months, the non-profit organization has had to transition...
Niagara Bottling funds new equipment for
Lake Minneola High School Band program
Niagara Cares, the charitable division of Niagara Bottling, recently awarded a grant of nearly $67,000 to Lake Minneola High School. The funds from Niagara Cares will be used...
The Montverde Farmers Market hours of 11 am-4 pm are in effect. Held every Wednesday in the Town of Montverde’s Kirk Park, the MidWeek Market’s theme is, “A Community Farmer’s Market with an International Flavor.” The Market offers “Fresh & Unique Every...
To all the incredible mothers, grandmothers, sisters, daughters, all the women in the world who have made a positive impact on the people they love.
HAPPY MOTHERS DAY
Project Scholars, the parent organization and host of Pig on the Pond Community Festival, announced the four south Lake County students who will each receive up to $10,000 in scholarships -- $2,500 for each year they attend college.
The students...
The Clermont Downtown Partnership has just announced its new 2020-2021 Board of Directors. The CDP is a not-for-profit association of small business owners in and around the downtown Clermont area.
CDP Board: The newly elected CDP Board has Kimberly Grogan...
Members of the Kiwanis Club of Clermont and Read To Sydney hopped around South Lake celebrating the coming of Easter.
In 4-Corners - Hands of Hope America held a community outreach Easter event. Attendees enjoyed an Easter egg hunt, barbecue and a time...
by Kevin Grogan
When you talk about the best barbecue ribs in Clermont, Oakwood Smokehouse is going to be on the top of the list. Clermont resident Bailey Cardwell's vision for the family-owned Oakwood Smokehouse compliments what so many people...
Approximately 1 year ago, people walking along the shoreline of Lake Minneola began noticing blue-green algae.
It appeared that Lake Minneola, the third largest lake on the Clermont Chain of Lakes, was not healthy. The lake was suffering from an...
submitted by Mid Florida Homeless Coalition
We are facing an unprecedented time of uncertainty, and we must act with caution and compassion for everyone. We are witnessing the COVID-19 pandemic change the very routines of our community.
The primary focus of...
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Lake County Commissioner Sean Parks and School Board Member Marc Dodd are inviting the public to attend Coffee & Conversations, an outreach meeting to be held on Wednesday, May 16 from 5:30-7:30 pm at the Orlando Cat Café, 532...
Are you interested in learning about the Clermont Garden Club? President Marilyn Paone and Membership Chair Elaine Hogan are hosting an orientation for prospective and new members on Thursday, September 26 at 10 am. at the Garden Club building...
Kiwanis Club of Clermont and New Hope Christian Academy are proud to honor October's terrific kids.
Terrific Kids is a student-recognition program sponsored by the Kiwanis Club. “Terrific” is an acronym for Thoughtful, Enthusiastic, Respectful, Responsible, Inclusive, Friendly, Inquisitive and Capable.
Mrs. Kathy from...
Feature Story And Photos By Larry H. Oskin
Michael’s Foundation is a non-profit program where horses empower military veterans and their families. Founded by President Kriss Titus and supported by Board Chairman Mark Miller, the organization proudly provides free veteran...
MINNEOLA
Hills of Minneola - If you haven't driven past Hancock Road, near the Florida Turnpike, you'll probably be startled (lots of construction and dirt being moved around). The multi-phased development being constructed, consists of approximately 2,200 single-family houses and...
Lake County Schools are making technology more accessible for students in classrooms and at home.
The 2018-19 school year will be the start of a five-year plan that will provide every student in grades 3 through 12 use of...
Leaping lizards! Let our insects, arachnids, reptiles, and amphibians teach and entertain you on Friday, June 21 at 11 am at the Minneola City Hall Gym at 800 US-Hwy 27.
Zoo Mom Science is a true Florida, family business with a...
Start 2022 with an almost guaranteed 5k personal best at AdventHealth’s Florida’s Fastest 5k race presented by Kroger on Saturday, January 22nd.
This point-to-point USATF certified distance course at Lake Louisa State Park provides participants with a smooth paved route...
50+ Food Trucks will converge in Downtown Clermont by City Hall on Saturday, June 24 between 4 pm and 9 pm.
Information and Photos provided by Angelica Gomez.
East Ridge HS (ERHS) Coach Angelica Gomez, Lake Minneola HS Coach Lisa Bryant (LMHS), and Taveras HS Coach Michelle Metheny (THS) along with their assistant coaches and teams traveled to Jacksonville to represent...
MONTVERDE ACADEMY WILL FEATURE INTERNATIONAL SPEAKER, MPUMI NOBIVA,
TO DELIVER COMMENCEMENT ADDRESS
Baccalaureate and Commencement will feature performances by David Phelps, Grammy and Dove Award-winning artist, and Ben Gulley, award-winning operatic tenor
Montverde Academy is proud to announce that Mpumi Nobiva,...
My name is Sugar and I am as sweet as my name. I am a 3-year-old German Shepherd Blend and I weigh about 56 pounds. I came to my friends at The Animal League with my babies, but they...
The Florida Department of Health in Lake County WIC program continues to welcome families. In order to limit exposure and help prevent the spread of 2019 Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19), some Lake County WIC clients may now receive services over...
Elementary School students participated in the “Drop Savers” Water Conservation Poster Contest, sponsored by the City of Clermont. Students were asked to create a poster on ways to conserve water. The winning artwork was selected for its relevance, creativity, and originality,...
Lake County Supervisor of Elections, Alan Hays, encourages Lake County citizens to register to vote by October 9th in order to be eligible to vote in the General Election on November 6th.
“Even though National Voter Registration Day was Tuesday,...
From 5-9 pm. March 27, the Clermont Police Department will deliver dishes with a smile at Chili’s, 2555 State Road 50. This Tip-A-Cop fundraiser will benefit the Special Olympics Florida.
Special Olympics Florida, a 501(c)(3) charitable organization headquartered in Clermont, provides year-round sports training and competition...
by Coach Grant Mollett, M. Ed.
East Ridge High School Varsity Girls Cross Country Team
Winter Park - October 13, 2021
The East Ridge High School girls' cross country team competed in their last regular season meet at the Trinity Prep Wednesday...
Article and photos by Chuck Seaver
The Food Providers of South Lake County collaborated with others on November 19th at East Ridge High School, Clermont to provide the ingredients for a Thanksgiving meal to approximately five-hundred families. Of the...
VFW Post 5277 Auxiliary, located at 855 West Desoto Street, Clermont, is having a spaghetti dinner on Saturday, November 20, from 4 pm to 6 pm.
For a donation of $8.00, you will get spaghetti and meatballs dinner, garlic bread,...
Pig on the Pond Community Festival, presented by AdventHealth, will celebrate its 24th year on Oct. 14-16 at Waterfront Park.
Schedule
Activities and times are subject to change.
Friday, October 14
4:30 PM - All shuttle services begin
5:00 PM - GATES OPEN
5:00 PM...
Would you like to trace your family history? Come learn the details on doing it right with Pastfinders of South Lake County; Genealogical Society. Pastfinders offer educational classes and lectors From September to May. These events are free and open...
The newest CareSpot Urgent Care | Orlando Health urgent care center is now open at 1615 FL-50, Suite 200 (near Lowe's) in Clermont.
The new location is the first CareSpot Urgent Care | Orlando Health center in Lake County and...
Story and Photos by Larry H. Oskin
Parker Kruse of Groveland was recently voted FFA Area 3 State Vice President. Parker, a member of the FFA since the sixth grade, was elected after he went through a rigorous screening process...
The South Lake Democratic Club’s monthly meeting will be held on Wednesday, April 3, beginning at 7 pm, at the Kehlor Building, 466 W. Minneola Ave., Clermont. The meeting will feature guest speaker Eileen Tramontana from the Trout Lake...
by Kevin Grogan, Dash Sports
As the city of Groveland continues to thrive, it brought in former Major League Baseball ace pitcher Mike Walker to manage its Parks and Recreation department.
After hosting the Groveland Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving morning, Walker...
Submitted by Larry Oskin
The Clermont Simchat Torah Beit Midrash is a local Christian faith-based organization with a mission to study the biblical Torah while taking its teachings to the masses nationally. It is located near the Citrus Tower at...
By John Hotaling
Our school building is no more, the lockers and classrooms, shop rooms, band rooms, auditorium and lunchroom, locker rooms and showers and chem labs all gone.
What remains of CHS is US, our memories, our triumphs and failures...
Veterans' Day is not just a day off from school, it's the day that citizens honor those who served in the military protecting and preserving our way of life.
Veterans Day 2019 was observed on November 11 at Clermont Waterfront...
Hello Clermont Champions!
I hope you are enjoying all the colors and fragrances that come with springtime in Clermont!
Progress continues on Streetscape 3 along W. Montrose Street. The contractor is working west from West Avenue and remains on schedule to...
By Tank Chavous, ’27, SGA Representative
The 8th grade Washington, D.C., trip was one of the most wonderful educational experiences I've ever been a part of. From the historical museums to the flavorful food, Washington, D.C., amazed my peers and...
Oakland Commissioner Joseph McMullen has been elected as President of the Board of Directors of the Tri-County League of Cities. He was sworn in by Mayor Kathy Stark and honored during a virtual ceremony today.
The purpose of the Tri-County...
As part of its work to assist local businesses prepare for re-opening and recovery at the appropriate time, Lake County will be distributing a brief online survey next week to obtain input from business owners.
The data collected through the...
Bring your family to Lake Felter Park, 1750 Johns Lake Road, Clermont, Saturday, February 25, 11:00 am - 2:00 pm, when Clermont’s First Responders go for home runs as the Clermont Police Department takes on the Clermont Fire Department...
IDEAS FOR MOTHERS DAY
May 12
Building Blocks Ministries Plant Sale (Get a perfect gift for mom)
Clermont Performance and Arts Center (Mom would really enjoy - HINT)
May 12
Ultimate Three Event Pro-AM Tournament(see SLT Events)
Minneola Library's BIG Book, Bake and Yard Sale...
Adults with developmental disabilities attending Building Blocks Ministries Community Involvement class have been managing a Diaper Bank at FAITH Neighborhood Center in Groveland with the support of their Community/Classroom Trainer for the last year.
Building Blocks Community Aktion Club with...