Submitted by Hilary Allen, Athletic Director
Lake Minneola High School Sports – Week In Review (April 16-20)
Monday, April 16
Baseball was defeated by Tavares, 14 - 6.
Tuesday, April 17
Boys Lacrosse team won the first round of the District Tournament...
On Saturday, March 5, at 8 am, Lake Sumter State College will be holding its annual Shamrock Shuffle; a St. Patrick’s Day 5K/10K.
Beginning at the Lake-Sumter State College, South Lake Campus, this family-friendly race runs around the South Lake...
The Senior Saints Ministry of New Jacobs Chapel Missionary Baptist Church, 410 Rte. 50, Clermont, is sponsoring a 7 day, 6 nights bus trip to Memphis, TN on June 23-29, 2019.
The cost of the trip is $670 which includes...
by Clermont Historical Society
Is your club or organization looking for a fun, inexpensive, & educational activity? Why not take a hint from these happy people who just finished touring the Clermont Historic Village? They drove all the way from...
Twelve-year-old Brayden Bates recently competed in the 2019 USA Gymnastics Men’s Region 8 Championships in Alachua, FL April 5-7. At the competition, the life-long south Lake athlete placed 1st on P. Bars, and 1st on Rings. Though falling short of winning state and...
The South Lake Chamber of Commerce held its monthly breakfast at the Clermont City Center on Friday, April 15. More than 150 local business leaders attended the informational gathering.
The Main Event sponsors of the breakfast were Find, Feed & Restore...
Article and photos by Carl Gordon
“Caution: Exposure to music may cause sudden outbursts of joy, happiness, energy, creativity, awareness and spontaneous healing.”
This is the sign that greets you as you enter into Rick Barclay’s world, otherwise known as the...
Members of the Lake County Chapter of the Florida Public Relations Association (FPRA) were recognized recently for outstanding public relations programs incorporating the very best examples of innovation, research, planning and execution during the 2021 Golden Image Awards at...
By Larry Oskin
contributing writer & photographer
Congregation Sinai helps our community celebrate all Jewish holidays with special events and services. Congregation Sinai has been serving the Jewish Community of Central Florida since 2003. Numerous services and annual events will be...
The sixth annual Clermont Waterfront Festival will be held on Lake Minneola on Saturday, May 18 from 7:30 am to 4:00 pm. The event will feature dragon boat races, a 5k running race, and canoe race. Registered runners receive a free breakfast.
Enjoy the...
by Linda Charlton
One day before Florida's statewide lockdown went into effect, a handful of customers at Clermont Landing got a special treat. The popular shopping center normally has a lot of traffic and a lot of people, but with...
National Mom and Pop Business Owners Day will be celebrated on Saturday, March 27. The daylong outdoor shopping and dining experience is hosted by the small businesses in Downtown Winter Garden, along Plant Street. Spring weather and blooming flowers...
"The Town of Oakland’s Historic African American Cemetery is being recommended for Florida’s Historic Preservation Grant in the amount of $25,000. The Town’s is the top-ranking project of the 58 recommended proposals statewide.
The cemetery is the resting place of...
Submitted by the Animal League
Hello everyone! My name is Incredible Hulk and I am a 5 year old, 14 pound, male Chihuahua blend. My foster mom says I am just the best dog and am Incredible like my name...
Most World War II fighter pilots would tell you that the fighter plane they most wanted to fly was the P-51, but not everyone was assigned to one.
In Jack Hallett’s case, he ended up flying primarily the twin-engine P-...
A bigger and better Red, White & BOOM will lift spirits and light up July Fourth as Clermont celebrates America.
The free, family event will be filled with fun activities, tasty foods and live entertainment at Waterfront Park, 330 Third...
New Hope Christian Academy and The Kiwanis Club are proud to announce March’s Terrific Kids.
Rebecca B, Nehemy S, Ruby O, Chad M, Isabella R, Marlena G, Mayla D,, Reese N, and Sully S.
Great job! Keep up the good work!
Terrific...
On Friday, June 14 at 11 am enjoy the one and only JiggleMan! He has performed at countless schools, libraries and festivals in Florida and has even shined numerous times on the David Letterman Show. JiggleMan is a funny...
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) has released a new draft of the Lake Management Plans for the Harris Chain of Lakes, Kissimmee Chain of Lakes and Lake Okeechobee. The FWC will be hosting these public meetings...
Minneola City Council unanimously approved requests that will allow RaceTrac, a convenience store and gas station, to build on property located at U.S. Hwy 27 and W. Washington St. Minneola.
Before council approved the commercial site, RaceTrac agreed to dedicate...
Article and Photos By Ted Luebbers
It wasn’t a dark and stormy night, but a bright sunny, warm day for the visit of The Villages Aviation Club to the Experimental Aviation Association Chapter 534 at the Leesburg International Airport in Leesburg...
Sandra and Jeffrey Cagan of the Orlando Cat Café presented Shelly Thayer, Executive Director of SPCA Florida, with a donation of $12,455.35.
Established in 2016, The Orlando Cat Café officially partnered with SPCA Florida in May of 2018 as their...
This summer, Lake Technical College’s LPN student Sarah Beth Bunn was recognized at the Florida Association of Career Technical Education Conference for receiving the Outstanding Postsecondary Student of the Year award.
Sarah Beth was nominated by her instructor and Lake...
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...
The City of Groveland Parks and Community Services presents a FREE Spooktacular event! There will be trunk or treating, music and food followed by a movie in the park.
Friday, October 22nd dress in your Halloween best and head over to...
Submitted by the Animal League
Frogger is a female Domestic Short Hair Blend kitten. This sweet girl is a bit shy but is coming out of her shell with some gentle encouragement. She loves napping in the warm sunshine.
Come on out...
Submitted by Nick Jones
For the Club’s July meeting at IHOP in Clermont, Thursday, July 14, Lion Bob Armstrong, 2nd VP of District 35 brought the Club up to date on the start of a new administration for 2022-23 and answered...
Submitted by Ruff Times Rescue, "Where Compassion Meets Action"
My name is Arya. I've got the whole package---smart, beautiful, energetic, love to learn and live to please. Go ahead, teach me anything, Sit, stay, balance your checkbook, I am ready to...
Written by Grant Mollett, M.ED., East Ridge High School
Photos by Dave Worthington
The Villages, Florida - September 19, 2020
The East Ridge High School girls cross country competed in the Buffalo Invitational Cross Country Meet at the polo grounds in the...
The Florida Department of Health in Lake County (DOH-Lake) is offering free COVID-19 testing to residents and non-residents, including children, at several locations throughout Lake County. No testing criteria is required, and no appointment is necessary.
Testing is on a...
Gather your squad for a free bicycle scavenger hunt in Downtown Clermont.
Pre-registration is open for the City of Clermont’s third annual Clermont Cycle & Seek. This exciting event will go from noon to 3 pm Sat., March 21 starting...
Tina Worrell, chairperson for Wekiva Youth Camp, Clermont Garden Club is happy to announce the Camperships for the summer of 2022 at Wekiva Youth Camp.
The students chosen for one week at Wekiva Youth Camp are Chase and Rilee Gonzalez...
Submitted by Marty Proctor
At the annual meeting of the Florida Native Plant Society (FNPS) on Saturday, April 8 at 9:30 am, a presentation and group discussion covering DarkSky concepts will be shared with the group. The FNPS annual meeting...
Upon a request from the activity director at the Lakes of Clermont a Health and Rehab home requesting VFW Post 5277 of Clermont to donate a raised garden for a few of their residents in wheelchairs. So the Commander...
Most people think it's a smokey bar room filled with older vets who want no intrusion or have any place for the younger generation.
Nothing could be further from the truth. The Canteen is open to Veterans of all ages!...
Article and Photos by Larry H. Oskin
Sweet Cups Chef celebrated its move to a new location at 628 8th Street in Downtown Clermont, near West Montrose. A ribbon-cutting ceremony was hosted by the South Lake Chamber of Commerce.
Owners Frank and Amy...
The State Attorney’s Office, Fifth Judicial Circuit Court of Florida, Lake County, has partnered with the Clermont Police Department to introduce an adult civil citation program.
This program, new to Lake County, is designed to provide qualifying adults who meet...
Fab 5, a popular, award-winning band from Jamaica whose repertoire represents the music of the Caribbean, will be headlining the performers at this year’s Clermont Caribbean Jerk Festival at Clermont’s Waterfront Park on Saturday, May 4.
“Their reggae and soca...
By Jennifer Robertson
When was the last time you went out with your coworkers for lunch? Had a breakfast meeting at your favorite spot? Or attended an event hosted by the local Chamber of Commerce?
Social events are in short supply...
MVA Lower School’s Liliana Parker recently took first place at the Malibu Rider Experience. The Malibu Rider Experience is a water sports-filled weekend for all abilities with family-friendly instruction and competition. Liliana, who is in grade 4, beat out the competition in...
Tavares – The Lake County Office of Procurement Services invites interested businesses to an upcoming webinar to learn about tips for bidding on government contracts. The 90-minute online webinar will be held via Zoom and will begin at 9...
Article and Photo by Tracy Smoak
Before turning 20, Kenny Lambourdiere left her island home and moved to a foreign country where no one in her family had ever been. Her parents encouraged her to trust the Lord and explore...
By Larry Oskin
With almost 600 dogs successfully rescued since its opening three years ago, Polka Dogz Pet Rescue is looking to expand from their current Winter Garden facility into a new home. Your support by adopting, fostering, volunteering and...
The City of Groveland will host its 2019 Founder’s Day Celebration beginning on Saturday, March 30. This year’s event will include the Historic Groveland Expo at the Puryear Building, a Ground Breaking for Groveland Park at Wilson Lake Parkway....
Mutts Gone Nutts
Saturday, February 22, 2020
Showtime: 7:30 PM
Clermont Performing Arts Center - Mainstage
3700 South HWY 27, Clermont
Back by popular demand, Mutts Gone Nuts, a smash hit featuring 10 of the world’s most talented four-legged performers and their equally-talented trainers.
Scott...
VFW Post 5277 Auxiliary, located at 855 West Desoto Street, Clermont, is having a spaghetti dinner on Saturday, Sept. 25, from 4 pm to 6 pm
For a donation of $8.00, you will get spaghetti and meatballs dinner, garlic bread,...
By Michelle Delaney, South Lake Tablet
As of Tuesday, April 21, all 67 Florida counties have confirmed cases of COVID-19.
Globally, COVID-19 has infected 2,501,156 people and is responsible for the deaths of 171,810; in the United States, the total number of infected...
A NEW Summer Camp option is coming to the Florida Scrub-Jay Trail. The 1st Annual Green STEAM Adventure Camp will be held May 29-June 2, 2023. Register NOW!
STEAM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math. STEAM initiatives are...
Members of the Clermont Woman's Club recently attended An Afternoon Tea Party sponsored by the Women for Hospice. The event was held in The Magnolia Room at Lake Sumter State College in Leesburg.
Women for Hospice is an organization of...
If you haven't heard, Costco Wholesale will be coming to Clermont. The wholesale warehouse will be located on a 20-acre site located on State 50 north of Magnolia Pointe.
On Tuesday, June 1, COSTCO requested approval of an internal tire...