Clermont Garden Club will present its 2nd Annual Spring Garden Festival on Saturday, May 2, from 9 am -2 pm. We are seeking vendors and crafters of plant, garden, nature, garden décor, horticulture, and gardening materials.
Interested vendors may download...
The South Lake Chamber of Commerce hosted its second annual South Lake Business Awards Gala on April 18 at Bella Collina....AND THE WINNERS ARE
JOHN MOORE - Citizen of the Year Award. This award honors a person who displays extraordinary...
Clermont HomeGoods opened on Sunday, September 9 from 8 am to 9 pm. HomeGoods is located at 1718 East Highway 50, Clermont. Check it out and see what it's about.
Other events happening during the month of September
September 5-8
East Ridge...
The Cooper Memorial Library will host its inaugural chess tournament on Saturday, May 4, at 9 am on the first floor in room 108. All ages and experience levels are welcome.
“We’re excited to host this tournament, ranked by the U.S....
Tim Murry and Willie Montgomery, lifelong residents of Clermont, believe its time for Clermont to celebrate black culture awareness and pride. "We want to bring a parade to Clermont to honor Dr. King for the ultimate sacrifice he made...
Submitted by The Animal League
These adorable boys are Pink and Floyd and recently lost their home. They are Best Furry Friends (BFF) and must go to their new home together. They are a Pekingese/Dachshund blend and are each 2-3...
by Pam Schmitz, Clermont Woman's Club
While the Clermont Woman's Club is on summer hiatus, about a dozen members got together to enjoy sisterhood and lunch. Jackie Josten chose the restaurant and made the arrangements. "We enjoyed the food and...
Fabiola Gordo, an Air Force Junior ROTC cadet at Eustis High School, has received a scholarship to attend Embry Riddle University to participate in a Private Pilot Certificate training program in the summer of 2022.
Cadet Gordo is one of...
The United States Submarine Veterans Incorporated (USSVI) is the premier Submarine Veterans Organization. USSVI exists for the purposes of Remembrance, Fellowship and Compassion. The organization remembers its departed shipmates who honorably served in submarines. It meets and participates in...
Building Blocks Ministries announces the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Child and Adult Care Food Program sponsorship:
Nondiscrimination Policy: Meals will be available at no separate charge to enrolled eligible participants at the center listed below and will be provided regardless...
The Florida Region of USA Volleyball will host the American Volleyball Coaches Association (AVCA) Small College Beach Championships presented by the United States Marine Corps from April 14–16 at Hickory Point Beach, 27345 SR 19 in Tavares. This tournament...
Lake County Fire Rescue Chief Jim Dickerson adopted a 4-year-old Schnauzer from the Lake County Animal Shelter. His new furry friend affectionately named “Chief,” is described as laid-back, sweet and reserve.
Thrive Clermont currently has applications open for the spring Teen Advisory Council (TAC). Applications will close on January 31st and will only accept 20 students per semester.
What is TAC? - TAC is the leadership development program where students have the...
East Ridge High School graduate Audrie Garcia-Gonzale is the recipient of a $1000 scholarship from the Clermont Woman's Club. Audrie will be attending the University of South Florida.
Lake Minneola High School graduate Nyra Taylor is the recipient of a $1000...
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...
Lake-Sumter State College is providing public notification of proposed changes in student fees for the 2019-2020 academic year.
In accordance with Florida Statutes section 1009.23(20), Lake-Sumter State College is notifying the community of proposed changes in institutional student fees before...
The Lake County Board of Commissioners recognized Montverde Academy’s Varsity Boys’ Basketball team with an official Proclamation, presented by Sean Parks, Lake County Commission, District 2, for their outstanding season. Earlier this year, the Eagles team won the 2018...
Submitted by the Clermont Woman's Club
The Clermont Woman's Club recently awarded $1,500.00 scholarships to three graduates from our South Lake area high schools. Recipients are Lauren Mickens-Lake Minneola High School, Natalie Ferguson-East Ridge Hig School and Grace Flynn-South Lake...
If you had planned to pitch a tent and camp under the stars at Clermont's Waterfront Park on February 8, you'll need to wait until next year. The popular weekend of family fun is Sold Out.
Next year, sign up early.
Submitted by Pam Schmitz, Clermont Woman's Club
On Tuesday, September 6, the Clermont Woman's Club (CWC), District 7, held its first meeting under the direction of its new officers. Members were asked to bring donations for Head Start which is...
Saturday, March 31 was opening day for the Spring Season of Clermont Girls FastPitch Softball. More than 200 girls, ages 4 -18 years old, gathered to play ball at Clermont Hancock Park, the home of the Girls Fast Pitch...
IMG Citrus, a family-owned, vertically-integrated citrus grower, packer, and shipper in Vero Beach, FL, is reintroducing white grapefruit to the U.S. market. Most white grapefruit is exported directly from the U.S. to its primary market in Japan where it...
by Linda Charlton
The first of two Victory Pointe lawsuits has survived a major legal challenge and appears headed for trial. In that lawsuit, filed in May of 2017, Stephen Sprinkles alleges that the City of Clermont took part of...
Submitted by The Animal League
Freddy is a Rottweiler/Hound Blend puppy that is about 5 months old. This sweet pup loves playing and is very smart. Freddy also has 2 brothers who are looking for their forever homes!
Come on out...
Join Clermont Police Chief Chuck Broadway, his team, and the community as they honor and remember loved ones living with or lost to Alzheimer's Disease.
The Fun 5K will begin at Waterfront Park at 6:21 pm. All proceeds will...
Gwen Carter of the Clermont Garden Club and author Tracy L. Smoak are hosting a flower-arranging party to create cheerful vases on Feb 11 from 4-5 pm at Clermont Garden Club, 849 West Ave. Clermont,
Materials will be provided but...
Submitted by Doug Shields
The Central Florida Sand Mining Association has filed an application to change our Lake County Comprehensive plan and exclude themselves from open space requirements in the Green Swamp. The proposed application, linked above in the first...
Hot Dogs are a crowd pleaser and at Good Dog Eats, the aroma of hot dogs, the welcoming greeting from a friendly crew, and flags flying proudly draw people ready to chow down.
After seeing the new hot dog stand...
School employees may help process student registrations or tirelessly clean and disinfect classrooms. Some Lake County Schools employees drive buses ensuring their precious cargo arrives safely to their destination while others maintain the integrity of school buildings, including two...
Olympus Sports and Entertainment unveils 250-acre master plan estimated to create 6,000 jobs and $1.4 billion in economic impact
Olympus Sports & Entertainment, a visionary brand and development project, said Tuesday night the company plans to build on 250 acres in...
Lake Technical College is proud to announce the following Students for the Months of September and October:
SEPTEMBER:
Ciara Scholz – Adult Education AM
Cristian Calix – Accounting Operations
Daniel Martinez – Automotive Collision Technology
David Wilkins – Cloud Computing...
Chaz Williams, Taylor Harpes, and Lisa Gey, owners of Evolv Kitchen, celebrated the grand opening of their customizable meal planning service on Saturday, April 28. Members of The South Lake Chamber of Commerce officiated at the official ribbon cutting to...
Lake County Balloon Festival
Yesterday at 9:17 AM ·
Once again, we apologize about the high winds this weekend. As balloons cannot inflate, it was better to postpone rather than have everyone show up to find no balloons on display! If...
Lake County Board of County Commission Chairman Sean Parks was unanimously elected Vice Chairman of the Central Florida Expressway Authority (CFX) at Thursday’s board meeting.
“I am honored to serve as Vice Chairman of the Central Florida Expressway Authority as...
Article and Photos By Grant Mollett, M.ED
East Ridge High School
Recap: The Knights played four games in their fifth week. East Ridge High got the better of cross-town rival South Lake High and secured a win in the MLK Classic...
This time of the year is all about the family. Even though we cannot be together in person, we are in spirit. Remember to share the family stories over Zoom, Email the favorite recipes, and enjoy a toast to loved...
Advent Health is building a Medical Health Park Campus on the 10.97 +/- acre site located at 14138 State Road 50 (by the intersection of State Road 50 and Citrus Tower Blvd. (on the site of the former Don Mealy...
Members of The Kiwanis Club of Clermont and volunteers were greeted with chilly weather, drizzle, and gusty winds at Clermont Oak Hill Cemetery on Saturday, November 6, but that didn't deter those who were determined to carry on the...
Lake Catherine Blueberries Fall Festival begins October 7th and remains open on Fridays from 6 pm-10 pm, Saturdays from 11 am-10 pm, and Sundays from 11 am-5 pm until October 30th.
If you plan on entering the mazes after dark,...
The Groveland Police Department recently began a new patrol system for businesses that gives officers high-tech tools to provide added security. Groveland police are thought to be the first in the county to use the new QR-Patrol, which turns...
Students in four Leesburg public schools received personal copies of Home, Sweet Motel by Chris Grabenstein, the featured book for the 2021 One Book, One Community program that encourages Central Florida children and the adults in their lives to...
Homelessness is on the rise across the United States and one of the primary causes of homelessness is lack of affordable housing.
The scarcity of affordable housing is the primary factor causing and perpetuating homelessness in Florida.
At least 30 percent...
Twenty-six years ago, on June 14, 1994, Jim Johnson opened The Village Goldsmith under the same oak tree, that remains next to his business to this day.
The three on-site master goldsmiths, Jim Johnson, the owner; Jose Carpio, who worked in the...
Article by Marty Proctor
On Sunday, August 8, FloDash Sports organized the “Last Loop Race” event at the Clay Road in Clermont. The fabled clay road is located across from Lake Louisa State Park on south Hwy. 27.
The unpaved route includes...
Feature Story and Photos By Larry H. Oskin
Friends of Lake Louisa State Park recently held their annual Poochapalooza event. South Lake area residents brought their pooches out to the park to enjoy a day of fun activities for themselves...
Article and pictures by Chuck Seaver, South Lake Tablet
United Women in Faith, a ministry of the First United Methodist Church of Clermont, held its annual Spring Fashion Show and Luncheon on Saturday, March 18th at the Wesley Center in...
The Florida Department of Health in Lake County (DOH-Lake) in collaboration with the Lake County School Board will be conducting school immunization events at the following locations for school-age children only:
Wednesday, May 19, 4-7pm
Gray Middle School
205 E. Magnolia St,...
Piesanos Stone Fired Pizza, located at 1754 E. Hwy 50 (formally Chrispers) is holding its grand opening on AUGUST 3.
Coming Soon - 145 F Seafood Boil (previously Mesa21) is located at 2440 SR 50 W Clermont. https://www.145seafood.com
Nestled between Hungry Howies...
The Cal Ripken, Sr. Foundation, based in Baltimore, and Niagara Cares, the philanthropic arm of Niagara Bottling, are partnering on Sept. 28 through Oct. 1 to provide two Lake County schools with new equipment and improvements to community spaces.
On...
Would you know what to do if a Tornado Warning occurred right now? Where is the safe location in your building? How would you get to that location? Today, January 29, the Lake County Office of Emergency Management encourages...