Don’t worry, Cheri Pierce, mothing enthusiast, will safely guide you through the darkness to introduce you to these beautiful, but often misunderstood creatures of the night…The Moths. Celebrate National Mothing Week with Cheri Pierce at B.B. Brown’s Gardens at the...
The Friends of the Cooper Memorial Library will host Opera @ the Library on Monday, July 23 at a 1:45 pm in Room 108 B. presenting Romeo et Juliette. Roméo et Juliette (Romeo and Juliet) is an opera in five...
Mascotte Charter School is hosting a Meet The Teacher for students and their parents Pre-K - 5th Grade Student. This is a great opportunity to meet your teacher, see your new classroom, learn more about the school's educational technology programs, Mascotte's...
The City of Minneola is hosting a Back-to-School Forum on Tuesday, July 24.  Parents can learn more about the vision for Lake County Schools, after-school activities, organizations and other resources. Updates will be provided by Superintendent of Lake County Schools...
Three Lake County commissioners were honored at the 2018 Florida Association of Counties (FAC) Annual Conference in Orange County. Chairman Tim Sullivan and Commissioners Wendy Breeden and Sean Parks were honored with the Presidential Advocate recognition, which is given to...
PNC Bank has been chosen as Groveland CRA’s Business of the month for July.  PNC, located at 200 E Broad St, Groveland, has had a longstanding business presence in the South Lake Community. Learn more about how PNC can assist...
Curious about Toastmasters? Attending a meeting is a great opportunity to learn what it’s all about. The club provides a safe, supportive and positive learning environment in which members are empowered to develop communication and leadership skills, resulting in...
The Friends of Cooper Memorial Library are holding a 4-day, Semi-Annual Book Sale on July 27 and 28 from 9 am to 1 pm, July 30 from 9 am to 5 pm, and July 31 from 9 am to...
Today in Union Park the South Lake Little League Juniors continued their undefeated postseason with a 10-2 win over St. Cloud and a 20-8 win over Union Park to claim the Section 5 Championship bringing Lake County another banner!...
Submitted by the Animal League Caterpillar is a sweet, friendly, scruffy boy! Caterpillar is a 2-year-old Schnauzer and Terrier Blend, and he weighs around 30 lbs. Caterpillar loves to play with his humans and most other dog friends. Caterpillar would be a great...
Raising chickens in urban areas across the United States is gaining in popularity.  Chickens have been known to make good pets and provide companionship; and unlike a dog or cat, can deliver fresh eggs to the household. As more urbanites...
Clermont Police Officer Elijah Wells Receives Life Saving Award And Carlos Baez Receives Citizen Recognition Clermont Police Officer Elijah Wells Receives Life Saving Award Officer Elijah Wells was directing traffic at Lost Lake Elementary on March 30 when he was told that...
Join the Lake County Animal Shelter for the hottest event of the summer! “Hot Dogs, Cool Cats” will be held on the second Saturday of the month on July 14 and Aug. 11 from 11 am to 5 pm at...
Orlando Health South Lake Hospital will offer community tours of its newest free-standing emergency department and medical pavilion on Saturday, July 14, 9 am to 3 pm. The facility is located at 16966 Cagan Ridge Blvd, Clermont, Florida and...
Volunteering can boost your mood, make you feel part of a team and give you the satisfaction of making a difference. Most of the volunteers give their time to make a difference, not because it benefits them.  But, there are...
Lake County’s public transit service is planning for the future and seeking community input about transit growth and improvements in the county over the next decade. Lake County is in the process of updating its 10-year Transit Development Plan,...
The Clermont Fire Department will honor a longstanding tradition while dedicating its newest engine to one of their own who died in the line of duty. Clermont Fire Chief Carle Bishop said that his department will hold a “Push-in” ceremony on...
Swing and sway to the smooth sounds of the Osceola Arts Big Band. Hear their live, FREE concert on Sunday, July 15 from 3-4 pm at the Minneola City Hall. Listen to famous, foot-tapping tunes from swing, to rock...
Submitted by Kendyl Cardwell: Parkrunners took advantage of the ever-so-slightly cooler temperatures this Saturday at the Clermont Waterfront parkrun, totaling up an impressive 27 personal bests. 143 people ran, jogged and walked the 3.1 mile course, of whom 34 were...
The summer fun continues at 11 am on Friday, July 13 at the Minneola City Hall Gym at 800 US-27, as the Minneola Schoolhouse Library presents the Bucky & Gigi Show! Using physical comedy, circus skills, mime, magic, improvisation,...
Eleanor Elisa Titjen Logren turned 90 years young on June 26 though the celebration continued throughout the week with family and friends traveling from far and wide to honor the beautiful lady.  Eleanor seemed surprised by the outpouring of...
Bring the whole family to Family Game Night on Tuesday, July 10 from 6 pm -7:30 pm at the Minneola Schoolhouse Library. You bring the fun, the pizza and drinks will be provided as well as the games: Bananagrams, Scrabble,...
Pine Ridge Elementary School achieved Gold Level status as a model school in the Florida Positive Behavioral Interventions & Support project (FLPBIS) through the University of South Florida’s Florida Center for Inclusive Communities. FLPBIS model schools are committed to the...
It's hard to believe but the countdown has begun. Kids will be heading back to school in about 5 weeks. On Saturday, July 14, from 10 am – 1 pm, Lake County Sheriff’s Office Charities is hosting its 5th Annual...
Lake County Schools will host its first summer hiring event Thursday, July 19, at Mount Dora High School from 9 am to 12 pm. The event offers candidates the chance to meet with hiring managers for onsite interviews and...
Clermont Toastmasters Curious about Toastmasters?  Attending a meeting is a great opportunity to learn what it’s all about. The club provides a safe, supportive and positive learning environment in which members are empowered to develop communication and leadership skills, resulting...
Submitted by Kevin Grogan When you talk about community involvement, the name that pops up in many places around the South Lake Community is Jan Sheldon. Sheldon has been described as the backbone in Lake's community theatres, as well as...
Submitted by Michelle Delaney The South Lake Chamber of Commerce officiated at a ribbon cutting celebrating the relocation of the Coffee Shop Of Horrors (CSoH), a uniquely decorated coffee shop selling frighteningly good coffee.  There is no reason to fear...
The rain didn’t dampen the spirits of family, friends, and clients who gathered for the grand opening celebration of Alive and Well, located at 207 North Hwy 27, suite A, Minneola. Members of the South Lake Chamber of Commerce officiated...
In a rush to do the right thing, Tallahassee passed a law to protect the safety of Florida students, however, they failed to provide adequate funding to implement and enforce the law, leaving the ownership to the county school...
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...
At Home - Clermont is welcoming the community to an Open House on Saturday, July 7. The celebration will include give away gift cards valued from $20-$200 to the first 50 customers in the store who sign up for Insider Perks! It...
Leaping lizards!!! Let our insects, arachnids, reptiles, and amphibians teach and entertain you on Friday, July 6 at 11 am at the Minneola City Hall Gym at 800 US-27. Zoo Mom Science is a true Florida, family business with a...
Start your weekend off on the right note. Bring lawn chairs and listen to Country & Light Rock by the Eric Von Band. Eat:  Food trucks will include Black Bear BBQ, A Lo Cubano, Willy T’s Crabcakes, Pineapple Papa’s, Pizza...
The Lake County Sheriff's Office participated in a joint training exercise with the Lake County Fire Rescue personnel aimed at preparing first responders to effectively handle active shooter situations and render aid to wounded victims. Deputies trained to provide...
Submitted by Kevin Grogan Police Officer Jack Kruse is a respected police officer often seen patrolling the Lake Minneola Trail near Waterfront Park and downtown Clermont. He is quick to help his fellow citizens when he is on or off...
Lake Minneola High School’s HOSA chapter attended the 2018 International Leadership Conference (ILC) recently. The conference was the largest conference in the history of the ILC HOSA with over 10,000 competitors, advisors visitors and guests! LMHS HOSA chapter had...
Brandon Matulka has been named Executive Director of Lake County’s Agency for Economic Prosperity, which oversees the Offices of Elevate Lake, Visit Lake and the Fairgrounds and Events Center. Matulka joined Lake County in 2015, most recently serving as...
The new Friday Farmers’ Market at Cagan Crossings is the fastest growing market in the Four Corners area and will continue to stay open during the summer months. The year-round Market takes place in the area between the Cagan...
A season of training, dedication, and team spirit has paid off for the South Lake Little League Junior All Stars.  This week the All Star Team went undefeated and proudly brought the District Championship banner back home!  Great Job! Congratulations...
Submitted by Kendyl Cardwell High participation numbers continued this week with an impressive 150 runners, walkers, and joggers at the Clermont Waterfront parkrun. Along with 11 personal bests and representatives from 15 different clubs, there were also 38 first timers who...
The Friends of the Marion Baysinger Memorial Library will hold their annual book sale July 7th, from 9 am to 5 pm at the Lake David Center, 450 S. Lake Ave, Groveland. Select from hundreds of books to add to...
For the past 50 years, the Clermont-Minneola Lions Club has played an active part in the south Lake Community and isn't slowing down. On the first Sunday of each month, the Lions can be found at the Downtown Clermont Farmer's...
Curious about Toastmasters?  Visiting a meeting is a great opportunity to learn what it’s all about. The club provides a safe, supportive and positive learning environment in which members are empowered to develop communication and leadership skills, resulting in...
Lake County is continuing its bear-resistant garbage cart program and has received another batch of specialized carts available for county residents living in areas with the most reported human-bear interactions. The carts, purchased through a $85,508 Florida Fish & Wildlife...
It will take hours to see everything at Clermont’s newest place to shop, At Home Superstore. There are multiple aisles of home décor, rugs, furniture, bedding and lots more. It’s open Monday – Saturday, 9 am to 10 pm and...
Lake County is encouraging county residents to dispose of unwanted household hazardous materials in a safe and environmentally conscious way at a collection event. Lake County Solid Waste’s Household Hazardous Waste Mobile Unit will be accepting items from 9 am...
Lake County Schools is a “B” district for the second year in a row, according to data released by the Florida Department of Education on Wednesday afternoon. The district earned 631 total points in 2017-18, 22 points higher than the...
Dawn Viola, the owner of This Honest Food, a holistic teaching kitchen and kitchen retail store, was welcomed to the community at a ceremonial ribbon cutting officiated by the South Lake Chamber of Commerce and attended by Clermont...
The Florida League of Cities recently announced that the City of Clermont is the recipient of the 2018 Spirit Award. The Spirit Award is the League’s highest and most prestigious award recognizing a city that has created and implemented...
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