Cindy Simon, former President of the Clermont Garden Club accepts “ The Deep South Unified Project Award”. The award is given to garden clubs that increase awareness in their community/neighborhood of the benefits of planting native plants, flowers, trees and...
George F. Hixson’s unprecedented contribution to Kiwanis International is the reason the George F. Hixson Fellowship was established on October 1, 1983, and Hixson is the only person in the history of Kiwanis who held the office of President...
Pig on the Pond Community Festival returns to Clermont Waterfront Park (100 3rd St.). The three-day festival, voted one of the most popular in Central Florida, will feature a carnival, barbecue, live music, Kids Zone, racing pigs, games, fireworks...
Downtown Clermont is buzzing with excitement as the Annual Harvest Festival makes a grand return on Saturday, October 28, from 10 am – 4 pm. Stretching from Minneola Avenue to 8th Street, West Montrose, the City Hall lawn, and...
Submitted by Thrive Clermont
Thrive Clermont offers Exploring Colleges this fall for high school students. Thanks to an education grant from the Community Foundation of South Lake, students from our area will have the opportunity to attend the NACAC National...
Submitted by the Pastfinders of South Lake
Join Pastfinders to welcome Mags Gaulden virtually from Ontario, Canada as she teaches us the ins and outs of using our DNA in a project group.
A DNA group Project allows the researchers to...
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Shalom Y'All is an outreach program at Congregation Sinai in Groveland. Its goal is to expand togetherness by achieving community while enjoying friendships, culture, education, and embracing our Jewish heritage.
On Sunday, October 1st, Shalom Y'All will celebrate its fourth...
Daniel Keel is turning 101 this month and the King's Ridge Men's Club, along with neighbors and friends are celebrating this very special event with him. A neighborhood parade will be held in his honor on September 25th.
Daniel has...
The much-anticipated free event will offer the community all things SALSA!
A display of cultural cuisine through a variety of exquisite dishes along with live salsa music and dancing. Lots of activities for the whole family including Chihuahua races, Domino...
Clermont is hosting its first-ever Creepy Clermont Campout on October 28 and 29.
Spaces are extremely limited and are on a first come first serve basis. Cost for a family of four is $40 plus tax and $5 per additional...
Before Neverland and Lost Boys, before Pixie Dust and Tick Toc Croc, Before Happy Thoughts and The Second Star to the Right and Straight on till Morning….There was a Boy, a Girl, and magical Star Stuff.
This week Lake Minneola...
The Animal League
Adopt a Less-Adoptable Pet Week - September 18 - 24, 2023 They always say that when looking for a pet, don't forget about those that are considered less adoptable - seniors, the deaf or blind, medical special...
Submitted by the Animal League
Pepper is a loveable happy-go-lucky 2-year-old Chihuahua blend weighing around 11 pounds. He has the sweetest disposition and loves to cuddle up with you or curl up on a cozy dog bed. He would do...
A comprehensive plan is the rulebook a municipality follows when planning for growth and development and it is time to update that plan for Clermont. With guidance from the East Central Florida Regional Planning Council, the process to update...
The much-anticipated free event will offer the community all things SALSA! A display of cultural cuisine through a variety of exquisite dishes along with live salsa music and dancing.
Lots of activities for the whole family including Chihuahua races, Domino...
The Clermont Police Department has once again partnered with Walk Like MADD for this great event to bring awareness to the tremendous dangers associated with drunk and drugged driving!
"The 2023 Walk Like MADD & MADD Dash Clermont 5K event...
Raise a glass for the Wine Stroll hosted by Wheatley Realty Group!
This Friday, September 15, at 5:30 pm, collect your wine glasses and maps, ensuring a seamless check-in experience.
Uncover the hidden gems of our city's vibrant streets as you...
submitted by The Pastfinders Of South Lake
Take a journey back to D-Day and the Battle of Normandy nearly 80 years ago. Explore historical artifacts, hear firsthand accounts from veteran interviews, and observe what the battlefields of France look like...
submitted by LCWA
On Saturday, September 16th, A Lakefront Homeowners Shoreline Forum will be held at the E.L. Puryear Building (243 Lake Ave Groveland, FL 34736) from 9 am to Noon.
Come join the Lake County Water Authority (LCWA) in...
A few spots are left for entertainers and vendors for "Fiesta on the Lake". This is the city of Groveland's first Hispanic Music & Food Festival!
Groveland, the City with Natural Charm, will host the "Fiesta on the Lake" at...
Employers are invited to participate in a career fair to hire talent for open positions. Meet and interview potential employees on Wednesday, Sept 20 from 10 am to 1 pm at Clermont Arts and Recreation Center, 3700 S. Hwy...
by Michelle Delaney, South Lake Tablet
Four coordinated suicide attacks were carried out by al-Qaeda, an Islamic terrorist organization, on Tuesday, September 11, 2001. Nineteen terrorists hijacked four commercial airliners. The hijackers crashed the first two planes into the Twin...
submitted by the Animal League
Scrabble is an adorable 3 ½ year old male Rat Terrier/Chihuahua blend weighing in around 22 pounds. He is so sweet and friendly, comes running to you with literally a big smile on his face. ...
Clermont will carry on the local tradition of honoring those who were killed during the terrorist attack in 2001. The ceremony will be held Monday, Sept. 11 at 10 am at the Clermont Arts and Recreation Center, 3700 South...
Submitted by The Animal League
The excitement is building as the much anticipated Puttin’ Fore Paws Golf Tournament to support The Animal League draws closer. The Volunteers of The Animal League promise September 23, 2023, will be a day of...
The theme for the 3rd annual Makers Market Community Event is Celebrate America! Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church and the Council of Catholic Women are hosting the event, located at 720 12th Street, Clermont on Friday, September 8 from 4...
Minneola's Kicking Cancer Charity Kickball Tournament is scheduled for September 30 at 9am at Minneola Trailhead Park. Rain or Shine. Teams are forming now. There will be Food Trucks, Games, Bounce Houses, and more. A trophy will be awarded...
submitted by The Animal League
Buddy is an adorable 2-year-old Chihuahua blend with the most soulful eyes. He weighs approximately 13 pounds, is super sweet and friendly. He loves to cuddle and play with his people and his fellow dog...
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...
Lake-Sumter State College proudly welcomed students to campus today, marking the beginning of a new academic year filled with opportunities. This year is especially remarkable as LSSC opens its brand-new campus location in the Four Corners, located in the...
submitted by Living Hope Church, Celebrate Recovery
We’re celebrating our 11th Anniversary and you’re invited! Join us at Living Hope Church on Thursday, September 21st for an amazing night of celebration and testimonies.
Festivities begin with a PARTY from 5:00 pm...
First Friday Food Truck And Music Continues in Downtown Clermont
Discover the excitement of First Friday Food Trucks brought to you by Clermont Main Street! Immerse yourself in a food truck spectacular this upcoming Friday. Wander through the heart of...
Tropical Storm Idalia
Monday, 8/28/23 at 3 p.m.
Lake County is under a tropical storm warning in advance of Tropical Storm Idalia.
TS Idalia remains a very unpredictable storm that is forecast to become a major hurricane with landfall expected between...
Lake-Sumter State College will close all campuses at 5:00 pm on Tuesday, August 29 and remain closed on Wednesday, August 30 in anticipation of Tropical Storm Idalia.
Classes are canceled for Wednesday, August 30. Students should watch for separate messages...
Tropical Storm Idalia is expected to become a major hurricane and could impact Central Florida as soon as tomorrow evening.
Be sure to heed local and state warnings and directions. Know where storm shelters will be set up in your...
The Lakeview High School, Winter Garden, Class of 1973 will be holding its 50th High School reunion on Saturday, October 14th, from 4 pm-11 pm, at the Elks Lodge, 700 9th Street, Winter Garden, Florida.
All members of the Class...
submitted by the Animal League
Brother and Sister, Carlo and Luna, are looking for their forever home together and are 5 ½ years old. Not only are they both beautiful long-haired kitties, but they are very friendly, affectionate and cuddly....
Congressman Daniel Webster thanked the Kiwanis club members for their service to the community. He explained his current efforts to restore fiscal responsibility in government and the importance of balancing the budget. He said he is committed to producing...
Chuck Seaver, Kiwanis Club of Clermont President, proudly noted, "Our East Ridge High School Key Club kicked off the year this week with its first meeting and first project by making dog and puppy toys for the fur babies...
It was only a few weeks ago that the Boy and Girls Club of Central Florida (BGCCFL) announced the appointment of its new President & CEO, Jamie Merrill.
After only a few weeks after the announcement, Jamie, a resident...
by the Animal League
Rico is a handsome 1 ½ + year old Rat Terrier/Chihuahua blend who weighs about 13 pounds. He is a friendly boy with a bounding personality. He likes to be active and occasionally enjoys some cuddle...
City of Clermont:
With all precincts reporting, the unofficial results for Seat No. 4 are as follows:
Seat No. 4
Max Krzyminski – 1,102 (44.06%)
Chandra L Myers – 1,158 (46.30%)
Mairead Caitrin Taylor - 237 (9.48%)
Because one candidate did not receive a majority...
submitted by the Lake Apopka Natural Gas District (LANGD)
Lake Apopka Natural Gas District (LANGD) was recently selected to receive a federal grant in the amount of $3,125,028 to make system pipeline improvements to cities in our coverage area. The...
by Timothy Farrell, ERHS Boys Cross Country Coach
Saturday morning started with a beautiful sunrise and ended with an equally beautiful race by the East Ridge Boys Cross Country team.
The Knights competed in their first pre-season race in a number...
By Grant Mollett, ERHS Girls Cross Country Team Coach
photos taken/contributed by Jeff Warren, team parent.
Clermont, Florida - August 19, 2023
The East Ridge High School girls cross country team participated in the Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) Preseason...
It is the goal of the Clermont Woman's Club to help and encourage women to further their education in a non-traditional career.
Non-traditional career examples would be welding, automotive service technology, heating/air conditioning and refrigeration, etc. We are partnering with...
by Chuck Seaver, South Lake Tablet
Superior Residences of Clermont, 1600 Hunt Trace Boulevard, held a Bingo Fundraiser on August 17th to support the fight to end Alzheimer's Disease.
The fundraiser included bingo, raffle drawings for gift baskets donated by the...
August is Clear the Shelters Month. Let's help CLEAR THE SHELTERS!
Spot and Lilly are bonded “sisters”. They are 8 months old. Spot is a Jack Russell mix weighing approximately 15 pounds. His sister, Lilly, is a Terrier mix weighing...