Lake County Solid Waste is encouraging Lake County residents to dispose of household hazardous materials in a safe and environmentally conscious way at a collection and community cleanup event in Groveland. The county’s Household Hazardous Waste Mobile Unit will...
Get involved in the political process
Are you interested in running for City Council? Residents must file their paperwork within a specified timeframe to qualify. Filing dates are different from city to city.
In the cities of Clermont and Groveland, qualifying begins on...
The City of Clermont is gearing up for its annual 4th of July Red, White & Boom celebration at Waterfront Park. The free event runs from 6 pm – 10 pm and will include lots of traditional activities, such...
The University of Florida’s Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) Extension in Lake County is hosting the following events and programs in June:
Farm to Table Cooking
June 13 from 11 a.m. - noon
Long and Scott Farms, 26216 County...
The Lake County Library system has kicked off its annual summer program for children, teens and adults. This year’s theme is “Libraries Rock!”
The program boasts more than 1,000 events and activities, all free and open to the public, including...
Members of the South Lake Chamber of Commerce recently held an official ribbon cutting to welcome K9 Crew Cuts into the business community.
K9 Crew Cuts is a full-service dog grooming salon perfect for the pampered pooch or the backyard...
Lake Emergency Medical Services (Lake EMS) Board recently recognized the President of South Lake Hospital John Moore for his years of service on the Lake EMS Board.
John Moore has served on the Lake EMS Board for seven (7) years...
Clermont Garden Club member Tina Worrell presents a “Crested Elkhorn” (Euphorbia Lactea Cristata) to Kaitlin Canterbury, Library Assistant for display at Cooper Memorial Library. Tina is the chairperson of the Clermont Garden Club’s “Library Plant of the Month” committee. The purpose...
Al Arnold, a member of the Villages Honor Flight program, was the guest speaker at the Kiwanis Club of Clermont on May 29. The Villages Honor Flight is part of a national network that flies veterans to Washington, D.C. to...
The Friends of the Cooper Memorial Library will host Opera @ the Library on Monday, June 25, at a 1:45 pm in room 108 B, presenting Amilcare Ponchielli’s opera La Gioconda. La Gioconda is an opera in four acts...
How do you remember someone special after they are gone? What do you get for the man who has everything? These two different yet similar questions can be easily answered by purchasing a memorial brick from the South Lake...
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 June 9, July 14 and Aug. 11 from 11am to 5pm at the...
In an effort to fight childhood hunger and offer relief to families struggling with poverty and homelessness, the Lake County Library System and the Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida have teamed up to serve free lunches for...
Thrive-Clermont Summer PopUps Series offers enrichment programs to South Lake County teens ages 13-17. Local teens have an opportunity to develop and expand their skills.
Local business owners and professionals who are volunteering their time to connect with and mentor youth...
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The Summer Reading Program, hosted by the Minneola Schoolhouse Library, kicked off its summer series on Friday, June 1, at the Minneola City Hall Gym. This week’s Friday Showtime had some very special guests. Minneola Fire Chief Jan Otero...
Hurricane Season officially begins on June 1
Take time this week to prepare
For the next seven days, June 1 – June 7, qualifying items related to disaster preparedness are exempt from sales tax.
Tax Exempt Items include:
Reusable ice (reusable ice...
Coming off the heels of 2017’s catastrophic Atlantic hurricane season, with 17 named storms, 10 hurricanes, and 6 major hurricanes, emergency officials are again reminding residents to be vigilant this year.
Experts predict the upcoming hurricane season could be near...
Join us for an afternoon of food, fun and music. The luncheon matinee performance of “Honky Tonk Laundry” features a couple of country gals who join forces to turn their laundromat into a first-class honky-tonk and manage to get...
On May 24th, the Original Goomba’s Italian Pizzeria celebrated its grand opening at a ribbon cutting officiated by members of The South Lake Chamber of Commerce. The celebration was especially significant because those attending also celebrated with a Red...
Applications for Educational Choice open enrollment in Lake County Schools will again be accepted from June 1 through June 30.
Educational Choice allows students to be enrolled in public schools outside of their attendance boundaries as long as the school...
Pastfinders of South Lake County; GenSoc is hosting a Summer Meet-Up each month on the first Monday, second Tuesday, third Wednesday, and fourth Thursday. Every week except the week of Independence. A Volunteer will be there to assist you...
Have you been waiting to adopt until you found the PERFECT dog? We'd like to introduce you to Lucky! Lucky is a 3-year-old "Heinz 57" Blend, and she weighs around 40 lbs. Lucky is really the total package. She is housetrained,...
Friday, June 1
Kick off the weekend at First Friday on Montrose. The festivities will begin at 5:30 pm. There be a variety of food trucks, the shops will be open late and the Harves Town Band will be playing...
“Triathlete” magazine just named Clermont one of the Top 35 destinations for triathletes in the world. The coveted spot was among exotic locales, such as West Brisbane, Australia; Quebec, Canada and Kato Paphos, Cyprus.
Writers Erin Beresini and Chris Foster...
Submitted by Kevin Grogan.
Former Pro Triathlete and Clermont resident Sara McLarty had a plan as her professional career wound down. The upbeat and enthusiastic swim specialist teamed up with Coach Misty Becerra and began putting together triathlon training groups...
Anyone who has been a resident of South Lake County for any length of time has heard of Lake Catherine Blueberries. It’s the place to pick blueberries, enjoy a spectacular view, and have a good time.
The Tablet recently visited...
Fact: Men go to the doctor less often than women and that has real effects on their health.
The City of Clermont has proclaimed the month of June as Men's Health Month and Dr. Parekattil and Dr. Brahmbhatt are spreading...
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...
It’s time to choose the 2019-20 student calendar! The district’s calendar committee has developed two student calendar options. Parents, students, and community residents are invited to review the two options and vote on the one that is preferred. Public...
The City of Groveland and Groveland's Historical Society hosted a memorial service to commemorate the ultimate sacrifice made by those who lost their lives while serving in the Armed Forces. The service was special to the residents of Groveland because...
A Memorial Day observance was held at Clermont Waterfront pavilion on Lake Minneola in remembrance of the men and women from Lake County who died while serving in the American Armed Forces. The program was sponsored by the Sgt....
The Orlando Cat Café proudly announces its new partnership with SPCA Florida, a highly regarded 501(c)3 non-profit animal welfare organization headquartered in Lakeland, Florida. A welcoming celebration will take place on Thursday, June 7th from 12 pm to 6...
Steven Robledo, a graduating student at Lake Minneola High School, received a $1,500 Beta Theta Sisters Memorial Scholarship from Beta Theta member Lucy Hage.
Beta Theta, a chapter of Epsilon Sigma Alpha, hosts an annual Mardi Gras-themed fundraiser. This year...
After a long day of working in the tomato fields or maintaining a house, Clermont’s early pioneers needed to relax and enjoy each other’s company. You too can relax and enjoy the company for family and friends at Clermont’s...
The Minneola Schoolhouse Library is sponsoring a “Food for Fines” food donation campaign. Donations will be accepted Friday, June 1 through Friday, June 29. All food donated at the Library will benefit the First Baptist Church of Minneola Food Bank.
For...
Debra Smidt, President of the Clermont Garden Club, is pictured with the five Florida Federation of Garden Club awards that the CGC recently won. Two of the awards, “Yard of the Month” and “Garden Walk”, are events which the CGC...
For the 5th year, The Florida Scrub-Jay Trail in partnership with Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, Fish Florida and Florida Youth Conservation Center Network will be conducting three week-long Fishing and Basic Boating Skills Day Camp On June 4...
Emergency Management officials urge weather awareness as Tropical Storm Alberto forms; Sandbags are available at five locations
The Lake County Emergency Operations Center (EOC) is currently at Level 3 – Monitoring as officials track the potential for severe weather this...
Doris Bloodsworth, author, and local historian was the guest speaker at the Kiwanis Club of Clermont on May 8, 2018. Doris, who was accompanied by Clermont City Manager, Darren Gray, gave a presentation about the upcoming book “Clermont from...
Montverde Academy is proud to announce that Susan Tortora, Dean of External Program Development and Head Coach Track and Field, has been elected to the Florida High School Athletic Association (FHSAA) Board of Directors.
Ms. Tortora has more than 30...
All offices of the Lake County Board of County Commissioners, Clerk of Courts, Property Appraiser, Supervisor of Elections, Tax Collector, the Lake County Animal Shelter, and the Lake County Extension Center will be closed on Monday, May 28 in...
Third grade students in Lake surpassed the state average on the language arts section of the 2018 Florida Standards Assessment.
According to data released by the state Department of Education late Thursday, 61 percent of Lake’s third-graders scored at Level...
Submitted by Vianca Patino
Cyclists worldwide united on May 20 at 6:30 pm in a silent and slow-paced ride in honor of those who have been injured or killed while cycling on public roadways. The Annual Ride in Silence was...
The Clermont Police Department is proud to announce that Sgt. Nicholas Bloom was recognized at the 2018 L.E.O. Awards hosted by the Orlando Chapter of ASIS International held on May 24, 2018, and was presented an award for Valor...
Lake County’s fertilizer ordinance is intended to help reduce nutrient-loading in urban landscapes by adding application restrictions using Florida-Friendly Landscaping principles. The ordinance, recommended by the Keep Lake Beautiful Committee and approved by the Board of County Commissioners last...
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...
Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) or better known as Lou Gehrig’s disease is a fatal neurodegenerative disease that attacks nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord; making even the simplest movements such as walking, speaking, gesturing, nearly impossible.
Approximately 30,000...
Lake County’s tax roll is recording another substantial boost this year from new construction reports the Lake County Property Appraiser, Carey Baker. New home and business construction are adding over $692 million in taxable value to the 2018 tax...
Memorial Day is a solemn day of remembrance of those who died serving in the American Armed Forces. Formally known as Decoration Day, the commemorative started after the Civil War to honor dead Union and Confederate soldiers by decorating their graves with flowers,...
Don't Miss the SPRING SCHOLARSHIP CONCERT on May 28 at 7 pm at Gateway Church Auditorium, 15550 Country Road 565-A Clermont
Based in Clermont, the 20-piece jazz ensemble is made up of music educators, professional musicians, music students and members...