Feature Story and Photos by Larry H. Oskin
DNF Medical Centers celebrated their official grand opening and the South Lake Chamber of Commerce (SLCC) hosted the ribbon cutting. Clermont Mayor Tim Murry, SLCC president David Colby, Dr. Angel Muñoz as...
Marianne Beck Memorial Library, a proud member of the Lake County Library System, will host a grand opening ceremony for the expansion of the town’s library. The event will take place at the library, located at 112 W. Central...
Montverde Academy is proud to announce that Marlee Matlin, Oscar-winning actress, will deliver the Commencement Address for the Class of 2021 on May 15, 2021, in The EdgeCenter for Sportsmanship and Wellness on Montverde Academy’s campus.
Michael English, multiple Dove...
There is a community effort at work to prepare 300 Easter Baskets to assist the Easter Bunny in his journey to distribute baskets to boys and girls in the south Lake community.
The following items are needed for the community...
Lake County has extended the deadline to apply for rental assistance through the Emergency Rental Assistance Program. Registration for the program will now close at 11:59 p.m. on Friday, April 9.
Lake County’s Emergency Rental Assistance Program is available for...
Grab a blanket or a chair and enjoy a family-friendly motion picture under the stars every month this Spring. The Clermont Parks and Recreation Department is bringing you great movies and awesome family fun. It's a Rain or shine...
Pop, Rock & Doo Wopp Live! (March 18-19 at 7:30 pm)
Pop, Rock & Doo Wopp Live returns to Clermont with four classic artists who’ve been around the world but never on stage at the Clermont Performing Arts Center, including...
The Lake County Office of Fire Rescue is advising the public of an increased risk of brush fires in Lake County. The Office is monitoring the situation and preparing by staffing an extra brush truck at Station 14 in...
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The Cottage Food Law allows food entrepreneurs to operate small food businesses and produce a variety of food products that are low risk from a food safety standpoint if prepared properly in an unlicensed...
Article and Pictures by Carl Gordon
Clermont Mayor Tim Murry and South Lake Chamber of Commerce Ambassadors spent St Patrick's Day morning ushering in the third generation of Rocker Realty’s service to the community with a ribbon-cutting ceremony.
Emily Phillips took...
Feature Story and Photos by Larry H. Oskin
Groveland celebrated 99 historic years of success with a big Founders Day event. This ‘City with Natural Charm’ two-day event was held at the Puryear Building and all-around Lake David at the...
The Lincoln Park South Lake Alliance’s community survey will close March 31. The survey gauges the public's interest in a new community education center for residents to connect and develop skills and knowledge through education, job readiness, vocational training,...
Feature Story and Photos by Larry H. Oskin
Fazoli’s celebrated its grand opening on March 16, a beautiful sunny day in Clermont. South Lake Chamber of Commerce president Dave Colby and the Chamber of Commerce Ambassadors kicked off the opening...
A Special Virtual Passover Seder celebration will be held on Sunday, March 28, the second night starting at 6 PM. There will be a brief Passover Haggadah service led by Joe Goldovitz. Congregation Sinai President Jack Gartner shares, “This...
St. Patrick's Day takes place on the anniversary of the death of St. Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland (March 17). At the age of 16, St. Patrick was kidnapped from Roman Britain and taken to Ireland to be...
Houndhaven, Inc., a non-profit, no-kill dog rescue shelter, will receive donations through sales of reusable Community Bags this month at the Clermont Winn Dixie.
The Community Bag Program is a reusable bag program that features two reusable Community Bags and...
Over 1,400 LSSC students received a $500 surprise when they opened their email inbox yesterday. Lake-Sumter State College’s next round of COVID-19 relief assistance funds were released into student accounts.
"Despite economic challenges, our students continue to invest in their...
Lake County Clerk’s Office to help persons wishing to pay outstanding fees and fines
The Lake County Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller will host a week-long event to help those with suspended driver licenses, those nearing a suspension,...
Submitted by the Animal League
Howdy Folks!
My name is Brownie, and I am as sweet as my name! I am a 10yr old male German Shepherd Dog and I weigh about 60 pounds. I am very laid-back older fella and...
Report from the DEPARTMENT. OF HEALTH IN LAKE COUNTY
The Florida Department of Health in Lake County (DOH-Lake) COVID-19 Immunization sites revised schedule for the week of March 15, 2021, till further notice:
St. Patrick Catholic Church Site - 6803 Old...
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has announced the appointment of David Hidalgo to the Lake-Sumter State College District Board of Trustees.
David Hidalgo of Clermont has been a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) since 2004 and serves as a member of...
BUILDING BLOCKS MINISTRIES is conducting a shoe drive fundraiser on Monday, March 1 THRU Friday, April 30th, 2021 to raise funds for their Day Training Program. Building Blocks Ministries will earn funds based on the total weight of the...
National Mom and Pop Business Owners Day will be celebrated on Saturday, March 27. The daylong outdoor shopping and dining experience is hosted by the small businesses in Downtown Winter Garden, along Plant Street. Spring weather and blooming flowers...
The Clermont Historical Society is proud to unveil some beautiful new additions to the Townsend House at Clermont’s Historic Village.
Pictured above is a doll/statue representing Sallie Townsend. Sallie and her husband, James, were the first persons of African descent...
Since the beginning of the coronavirus pandemic in March 2020, Lake-Sumter State College has provided over $2,500,000 in scholarships, technology, food distributions, and direct financial support to its students. That number continues to grow.
Emergency Deans
Emergency Deans are...
Clermont Woman's Club President Daniela Martinez recently presented a check to The Animal League. Frogger is shown in the picture accepting the check. He barked a "big" thank you and reminded everyone that The Animal League is in need...
Article and Photos by Marty Proctor
A bizarre incident has occurred in Mascotte. Park equipment has been removed but the removal of the equipment has not been discussed at Mascotte City Council. In fact, a stunned council member alerted me...
Two professionals dedicated to feeding the minds and bodies of their students are being celebrated by the Lake County school district.
Theresa Spann, the Culinary Arts Teacher at Umatilla High School, was named the 2022 Rookie Teacher of the Year.
April...
Clermont police officers arrest a 47-year-old man, identified as Brian Isom, for a vehicle burglary that occurred early this morning.
At around 4:30AM, Lake County dispatchers received a call of a vehicle burglary that just occurred. The victim stated his...
Lake County welcomes the Major League Fishing BIG5 Toyota Series to the Harris Chain of Lakes this March 16-18.
"Bass fishing tournaments have a major economic impact on our area, and we are thrilled that the beautiful Harris Chain of...
Terrific Kids is a character-building program that recognizes students for modifying their behavior. The program encourages kids to become the best version of themselves. Kids determine what being terrific means to them, then develop their own goals and use...
Construction at Lake Point Academy is nearing completion, teachers will soon be hired, and a mascot has been chosen to represent the district’s newest school, which will open in Four Corners this fall serving students in kindergarten through 8th...
38th Annual Great Clermont Triathlon and the 37th Annual Florida Challenge Triathlon – the Intimidator will feature more than 800 athletes from over 25 states at Clermont’s Waterfront Park
Florida’s traditional triathlon season gets underway this Saturday, March 13, 2021,...
On Tuesday, March 2, 2012, Caren Castle, Community Outreach Coordinator, Senior Services presented a program to the members of the Clermont Woman's Club. She spoke about the services available to seniors in South Lake such as respite care, homemaking,...
Beta Theta Educational: Lisa Graham, Beta Theta’s Educational Director introduced education presenters to discuss Women In Arts. To the delight of all present, member Diann Lovette chose Toni Bell-Rescoe as her favorite artist. Toni is Beta Theta’s president and...
Francisco Lindor, Superstar Shortstop with the New York Mets, celebrated the ribbon cutting for the grand opening of the new Middle School building on the Montverde Academy campus today. Lindor was the lead donor in MVA’s Time to Lead...
St. Johns River Water Management District Executive Director Dr. Ann Shortelle has been recognized by the U.S. Department of Defense Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR) Program with its prestigious Employer Patriot Award for the agency’s strong...
Orlando Health South Lake Hospital will hold a hiring event for experienced, registered nurses on Thursday, March 11 from 1p.m. to 5p.m. to fill available nursing and nursing assistant positions across numerous departments.
The event will take place at on the Orlando Health South Lake campus at...
Feature Story & Photos By: Larry H. Oskin
The Clermont Downtown Partnership continues to host exciting monthly Downtown Clermont food, entertainment and events each month. Many of the downtown shops and restaurants remain open late for each evening event. Hundreds...
Lake County will host virtual sessions to outline program details regarding the Emergency Rental Assistance Program for landlords and property managers on Thursday, March 11 at 3 p.m. and Tuesday, March 16 at 10 a.m. The session will also...
Article by Marty Proctor
The Great Groveland Barefoot Laps Challenge, an all-new take on the classic barefoot lap endurance contest, has been added to the Groveland Founders Weekend Celebration. Residents will watch up. to 40 waterskiers circle Lake David at 42...
Lake County History Day, a competition that annually involves teachers and students throughout the county, was held virtually on March 5, 2021. Several area middle schools and high schools participated in this year’s program, entering history projects related to...
Clermont police continue to build community relations one cup of coffee – and this time, one slice of pizza – at a time.
The Clermont Police Department invites the public to join them from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. March...
There is a professional soccer program in town that has been training at the NTC for the last 5 weeks. On March 12, Soccer Universities will be hosting an event at the NTC for aspiring high school seniors. The...
submitted by The Animal League
Howdy Folks!
My name is Dasher, and I am a handsome 5-month-old Domestic Shorthair Blend. I am a bashful guy at first but am VERY sweet. I would do best in a quieter household without lots of...
Story & Photos by Larry H. Oskin
Jessica Hayes of Clermont just launched the grand opening of Orlando Web Solutions. The South Lake Chamber of Commerce hosted the ribbon-cutting ceremony. Clermont City Councilmember Tim Bates and numerous local business dignitaries...
A "trunk" full of donations was recently delivered by Liz Martinez to the FAITH Neighborhood Center. The donations of cash and food were collected at the February meeting of the Clermont Woman's Club.
FAITH Neighborhood Center is a food bank...
To know if you do, try to trace your family's lineage back to the homeland. There are all kinds of reasons why the Irish emigrated to the Americas. Everything from the Great Famine of 1840, religious freedom, and to...
The Lake County Solid Waste Division is encouraging Lake County residents to dispose of unwanted household hazardous materials in a safe and environmentally conscious way at an upcoming collection event from 9 a.m. - noon on Thursday, March 11...
VFW Commander Ron Chappo, Quartermaster Bob Farrell and Honor guardsman Fred Thomas recently attended an awards ceremony at the main firehouse in Clermont.
Fireman of the year Thomas Bennett was honored by the VFW with a plaque and certificate for...