Article and Photos by Larry Oskin
Lisa Harris, President and Kathy Henderson, Show Director of the South Lake Art League (SLAL) are pleased to announce the opening of their newest 2022 Fine Art Photography Art Show. This exciting new photography...
Saint Patrick's Day is a cultural and religious celebration held on March 17. Tradition holds that St. Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland, died on 17 March. Over the centuries, legends grew around Patrick and he became Ireland's foremost saint.
Saint...
Clermont Garden Club member Ruth Webb is shown here with a Bromeliad that she brought to the Cooper Public Library. Few families in the plant kingdom surpass bromeliads with their wide variation in size, shape and foliage color. They have...
Licorice is a Labrador Retriever Blend that is 4 months old and will be 55-65 pounds full grown. Licorice is a very playful and fun loving puppy.
Meet Your Best Friend
Not everyone is blessed to find his/her forever best friend....
Individually, Landon Beard, Todd Fournier and brothers Brian Brigham and Brandon Brigham were originally brought together as The Four Seasons by the legendary Frankie Valli. For well over a decade, they’ve wowed audiences worldwide as the four voices alongside...
by A Forever Home Animal Rescue
After 13 years of dedicated service, A Forever Home Animal Rescue (AFHAR) in Tavares, Florida has lost its building lease and is now desperately seeking to purchase a property to call home, along with...
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...
Women seeking spiritual renewal, inspiring messages, and Christian fellowship will not want to miss “Redeemed” presented by Unforsaken Women Corp. This engaging event will be held on Saturday, March 26 from 10 am – 2 pm at the Clermont...
Dave Lofgren, retired principal of Clermont High School, passed away on Saturday, July 11 from complications of the COVID virus, leaving behind a legacy of fond memories, guidance and loving discipline.
Dave, a WWII Veteran and long-time resident of South...
According to Wikipedia encyclopedia, “Family Tree Maker is genealogy software that allows a researcher to keep track of information collected during research and to create reports, charts, and books containing that information." This is one of the easiest-to-use software available for both...
by Marty Proctor
Project Update: Lake David Park in Groveland does not look like much today. Yet Groveland is working toward the completion of the north portion of Lake David Park for April 1, 2020. The north portion of the...
Submitted by Animal League
This handsome and spunky boy is a 2-month-old Heeler and Labrador Blend. Dallas will possibly grow up to be around 45-50lbs. He's a very good boy who loves to play with his toys, siblings, and humans. Dallas is...
Members of the Kiwanis Club of South Lake (KCOSL) were on hand recently to help out the Lake County Sheriff’s Charities with Project Kid Connect. Project Kid Connect is an annual event that gives free backpacks and school supplies...
You may have noticed holiday elves running along Crittenden, Sampey Roads and Hwy 50 in Groveland last Saturday around 8 am. The elves were competing in the Elf Run/Walk which kicked off the day's festivities in the city of...
Although Groveland’s Second Friday Farmers Market was originally scheduled to discontinue in March, the event has become so popular amongst its participants that the City will be extending the monthly market until the end of the year! The City...
The Technique Academy consists of 5 individual clinic sessions over five days to improve ALL ASPECTS of participants’ racing. This is an “Elite” Academy which means that each session is limited to no more than 36 participants. Sign up...
When 90 youth from throughout the Leesburg Stake of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints came together for their annual Youth Conference, they had a clear focus on service. One day of the three-day conference was dedicated...
If you received a DNA Kit from your Valentine, now you may want to understand more and trace your family heritage.
Pastfinders of South Lake County, Genealogical Society can help you get started. The beginner class will be held on...
CLERMONT - Memorial Day is set aside each year to remember and honor those who died protecting the freedoms of America and Clermont has teamed up with local veterans to plan a perfect celebration.
The program will begin at 10 a.m....
During this season of giving, the Clermont Woman's Club (CWC) donated to the South Lake Animal League. The donation was presented by Daniela Martinez on behalf of the CWC and accepted by Jennifer Blank of the South Lake Animal...
By Marty Proctor
On November 21, the Lake County Water Authority (LCWA) hosted a hike and creek viewing at Wolf Branch Sink Preserve. Over 200 members of the public came to visit and hike during the four-hour opening. A one-mile...
Article and Photos by Chuck Seaver
Managing a full-service food distribution center is a challenge in the best of times but during skyrocketing food price times, the challenge has become even more stressful for Executive Director Trish Kry and the...
Thrive Clermont was one of the South Lake Chamber of Commerce Breakfast sponsors on March 18. Sheri Lewin and members of Thrive provided a presentation to those attending explaining the mission and programs available to local youth in the south...
Fasting - Catholics, ages 18 - 59, observe Fasting during Lent. On a fast day, one full meal is allowed. Two other meals, sufficient to maintain strength, may be taken according to each one's needs, but together they should...
Lake County is hosting a public hearing for the Hooks Street Alternative Corridor Evaluation (Study). The public hearing will be held as an agenda item as part of the Lake County Board of County Commissioners meeting scheduled on Tuesday,...
It was a picture perfect launch for Mars 2020 Perseverance rover. Perseverance rose majestically from Cape Canaveral Air Force Station at 7:50 a.m. EDT
The spacecraft will land on Mars in February 2021 and the rover will spend, at least, one Mars...
Lake County Supervisor of Elections, Alan Hays, is once again warning citizens of Lake County about potentially misleading materials they could be receiving in the mail. These mail-outs often include Florida Voter Registration Applications with information pre-filled and are...
Feature Story and Photos by Larry H. Oskin
Jack's BBQ was a local favorite for over 70 years -- since 1952. The previous owners retired and closed the restaurant. Their old Highway 27 sign will soon change to add the...
Candidates are vying for Seats 1, 3, and 5 on the Clermont City Council.
Primary Election - August 18
Seat 3 (Mayor): Three candidates are vying for the position of Mayor - Stephen A. Franklin, Tim Murry, Diane Travis
Because there are more than...
Candidates for Lake County Water Authority Advisory Board ( District 1 )
Marty Proctor
Marty Proctor has lived for over 30 years on Lake Emma near Groveland. He is actively working to influence local city and county politicians. The goals of...
Dr. Julio Paez, M.D. of South Lake Pain Institute shared his expertise and knowledge of regenerative therapies, which include the use of a patient’s own stem cells to treat pain at the Georgia Society of Interventional Pain Physicians Conference....
The Florida Department of Health in Lake County (DOH-Lake) in collaboration with the Central Florida Area Health Education Center (AHEC) to offer the following free Quit Tobacco Class:
2-Hour Tools to Quit Program
Thursday, February 28th from 6:00 pm to 8:00...
Last year, Clermont Chief of Police Charles Broadway attended a Sea Cadet ceremony. He was so impressed by the high academic, physical and moral value standards maintained by the youth in the program, that he asked if a sea...
Elaine Hogan, a member of the Clermont Garden Club, is seen in this photo between Naomi and Natalie, who are students at Lake Sumter College. Elaine brought a plant, pictured in this photo, to share with patrons of the...
submitted by Kendyl Cardwell, parkrun
This weekend’s Clermont Waterfront parkrun was a breath of fresh air, literally. A whopping 67 first timers lined up at the start line at Hiawatha Park on Saturday. The newbies made up more than 30%...
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.
Congratulations to Students - Ryon Partin, Sebastian Garcia, Lilie Crawford, Noah Temples, Lois Sanchez- Contreras, Luke Szelengiewicz, Ramiro...
Feature Story and Photos By Larry H. Oskin, South Lake Tablet
The Boys & Girls Club of Central Florida is celebrating its 5th Anniversary in Clermont. Its BGC Mission is to inspire and enable all young people, especially those from...
By Grace Rabano & The Clermont Garden Club
Members of the Clermont Garden Club (CGC) spent a morning preparing mini-Easter baskets with fresh flowers, which were generously donated by Winn Dixie in Clermont. The ladies additionally prepared larger baskets filled...
The Friends of the Marion Baysinger Memorial Library is holding their annual book sale on Saturday, July 6th, 9 am to 4 pm at the Lake David Center, 450 S. Lake Ave., Groveland.
Select from lots of books to add to...
Maritza Rivera who was named the Clermont Main Street Executive Director in September 2022, recently resigned to pursue a new role as the lead for the Pig on the Pond Festival and other events around the city.
Kimberly Grogan, Clermont Main...
submitted by The Animal Shelter
Theo is a handsome 2 ½-year-old, Domestic Shorthaired/Russian Blue kitty who weighs about 11 pounds. He has a sweet personality, is very affectionate, and likes to rub up on you for some lovin’ but also...
by Marty Proctor
The South Lake Dixie Youth Baseball League (SLDYB) had its opening day on Saturday morning March 7. The event kicked off at 9:30 am with team pictures followed by a series of opening games. Vice Mayor Mike...
Tavares – Looking to find the perfect addition to your family this Memorial Day weekend? The Lake County Animal Shelter will waive adoption fees from Friday, May 27 – Sunday, May 29 during its Memorial Day Sale Adoption Event.
The...
Over 500 runners, walkers, and joggers got out of bed early on Thanksgiving morning to participate in this year's AdventHealth Groveland Turkey Trot 5k and 10k at Cherry Lake Park.
This year’s race started and finished at Cherry Lake Park and...
The sky above South Lake County seemed to explode in color and BOOM as the community celebrated the climax of July 4, 2019. No one needed to travel far to celebrate. Families and friends gathered at homes, parks and...
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,...
Lake County School closures were announced today, Friday, March 13 by the Florida Department of Education. For the latest updates, visit www.lake.k12.fl.us/covid19.
The Clermont Police Department is hosting an 80’s themed bicycle safety event on Saturday, November 13th, from 9:30 am-12:30 pm titled “Rad Ride With the Clermont Police.”
The event will be in the parking lot of the Clermont Performing Arts...
Highlights for the month of May at Kehlor Recreation Center, 466 W. Minneola Ave., Clermont
NEW PROGRAMS:
Sewing, Mondays, 2 pm to 5 pm
Shuffleboard, Tuesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, 9 am to noon
Pickleball, Tuesdays, 9 am to Noon
Snacks & Facts, Wednesday, May 11, 11:30...
Jason Siegel, President & Chief Executive Officer of the Greater Orlando Sports Commission (GO Sports!) was the guest speaker at October's South Lake Chamber of Commerce Breakfast.
Jason has enjoyed more than 30 years of success and accomplishments in sports tourism,...