Each month Clermont Mayor Gail Ash invites the community to an informal gathering at a local business to learn more about the City of Clermont and share feedback. In April the informative event was hosted by Root and Branch...
Tickets are still available for “One Night in Memphis” - A rocking concert tribute to legendary Sun Records recording artists Carl Perkins, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis and Elvis Presley. Over 90 minutes of rockabilly, country, gospel and pure...
Clermont Police Department and Women’s Council of Realtors will co-host a charity auction this month.
The auction will be held from 6-9 pm on May 23 at the Clermont City Center, 620 W. Montrose St. It will benefit a new...
Lake County’s fertilizer ordinance is intended to help reduce nutrient-loading in urban landscapes by adding application restrictions while utilizing Florida-Friendly LandscapingTM principles. The ordinance, recommended by the Keep Lake Beautiful Committee and approved by the Board of County Commissioners...
The Cooper Memorial Library will host a free health program sponsored by the Lake County Sheriff’s Office and Cornerstone Hospice of Lake County on Wednesday, May 22nd, from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm. in room 108 (first floor community...
Many have never been in a Masonic Lodge though records show that the International fraternity has been active since the Middle Ages. Freemasonry is the oldest, largest Fraternity in the world. Its members have included Kings, Presidents, Prime Ministers,...
The Lake County Library System will forgive library fines for overdue materials in exchange for donations of dry or canned food items, hygiene and baby products May 19 – June 1 as part of the County’s “Food for Fines”...
The sixth annual Clermont Waterfront Festival will be held on Lake Minneola on Saturday, May 18 from 7:30 am to 4:00 pm. The event will feature dragon boat races, a 5k running race, and canoe race. Registered runners receive a free breakfast.
Enjoy the...
Visit Lake, the City of Clermont and the American Cornhole Organization (ACO) are partnering to host the ACO Florida State Championships of Cornhole – Season 14. The event will be held May 24 – 25 at the Clermont Arts...
Clermont’s Rush Allstars Cheer parents, friends, fans, and staff are so very proud of the SavageCatz, and Sabercats teams as they compete this weekend at Disney’s Wide World of Sports in the D2 Summit Cheerleading National Competition.
What is the...
Ride of Silence is held during National Bike Week. It is an annual event observed worldwide honoring those who have been injured or killed while cycling on public roadways. Although cyclists have a legal right to share the road...
Clermont Councilwoman Diane Travis recently returned from Pontevedra, Spain, where she won the silver medal in her age group at the World Triathlon's Duathlon World Championships. Travis won the gold at nationals earlier this year. Congratulation to a Clermont...
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Visit Houndhaven and say hello to beguiling Georgia! Sweet Georgia was found as a stray before making her way to Houndhaven. Since she arrived at Houndhaven, Georgia has been a lovely, energetic girl. Life may not have...
March 9, Clermont Toastmasters hosted the Area 73 International Speech and Table Topics contests. They enjoyed hearing 4 fabulous speeches and amazing Table Topics. Monty Ray Davidson, a member of Clermont Toastmasters took first place in both contests. Sedrick Harris another...
Keller Williams Realty is raising money for the Hannah Grace House and KW Cares by holding a 5K Race on May 9, at Clermont Waterfront Park. Become a sponsor, register to run/walk ($25 entry fee) or get additional information...
The Parks and Recreation Department is still seeking swim instructors, a lead swim instructor, assistant swim coaches and a lead swim coach for the summer pool season.
The pool opens May 4 at the Clermont Arts and Recreation Center, 3700...
The City of Clermont recognizes this week as the 50th anniversary of Municipal Clerks Week.
A proclamation signed by Clermont Mayor Gail Ash honors Clermont’s Clerk Department from May 5-11. Clermont joins other cities around the world in honoring the...
Celebrate Mother's Day Weekend Running With Your Friends or Watching Your Friends Run.
Where: Clermont's Victory Point, 938 Victory Way, Clermont
What: Sprint Triathlon: Swim (440 yards), Bike (8 mile), Run (3.1 miles).
Sprint Duathlon: Run (1 mile), Bike (8 mile), Run (3.1...
Enjoy a scenic paved 5K (3.1 mile) USATF course while running/walking through Lake Louisa State Park on Saturday, May 25 beginning at 7:30 am. Lake Louise State Park is located at 305 South US Hwy 27, Clermont.
The event includes...
Montverde Academy is proud to announce that Dr. Sidney A. McPhee, President of Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU), will deliver the Commencement Address for the Class of 2019 Commencement on May 25 in the Montverde Academy Center for Sportsmanship...
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CLERMONT-MINNEOLA LIONS CLUB had a very good week. Saturday morning was a work day out on their shooting range
in Groveland, across SR 50 from Tractor Supply since it was the first Saturday of the month when...
The Cooper Memorial Library will host MacSilver’s Irish Pirates live on Saturday, June 1, at 12 pm in room 108 (first-floor community room) of the library building.
MacSilver's Irish Pirates are pirates who wear kilts! This rollicking band plays Irish,...
The Florida Department of Health in Lake County will be sponsoring their annual Give Kids A Smile® events to provide underserved children with free dental services. The events will be held at the following two (2) locations (Appointments only):
Friday,...
After an exciting journey, Mari Jones is coming home to Clermont. She didn't make it through to the next round on THE VOICE but it's doubtful Clermont will be able to keep her for too long. She is destined for...
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...
For many years, students, faculty and staff from the Clermont elementary schools have done their part in observing Drinking Water Week by participating in the annual "Drops Savers" poster contest.
At the City Council meeting on April 23, Mayor...
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Frank Stanfield, a journalist in the Lake County/Orlando area for more than 40 years, will be the speaker at the May meeting of the South Lake County Historical Society. The meeting will be held on Monday,...
Montverde Academy continues to build its lacrosse program with the hiring of Chris Spaulding, who will serve as Director of Lacrosse and an Upper School Advanced Placement ® U.S. history teacher. Spaulding, an experienced educator with more than 20...
Clermont Garden Club member, Gwen Carter, was recently installed as the new Director of District Seven of the Florida Federation of Garden Clubs. She has held many positions in the local garden club including First Vice President. The members...
In 1962, President Kennedy proclaimed May 15th as National Peace Officers Memorial Day and the calendar week in which May 15 falls, as National Police Week. National Police Week pays special recognition to those law enforcement officers who have...
Submitted by the Animal League
Gretchen is a female Terrier Blend that is 3 months old and will be 40-50 pounds full grown. Gretchen is a very playful and lovable puppy.
Come on out and adopt me or one of my friends!...
Lake County’s UF/IFAS Extension is inviting the public to experience the region’s vast array of locally grown fresh produce during a farm-to-table Tour on Friday, May 17 from 8 am to 5 pm.
Participants will experience a guided bus tour...
The National WWII Museum in New Orleans has named Central Florida student Benjamin Mack-Jackson of Lake County Virtual School as a 2019 Billy Michal Student Leadership Award recipient. The national honor is awarded annually to one student in every...
Clermont Kids Dentistry is a totally kid-friendly place that can calm even the most doubting patient. Dr. F. Tartibi’s (Dr. T) dazzling smile and friendly manner help reassure a worried child and concerned parents as soon as they meet...
Ann Mohr Osisek will be speaking at Cooper Memorial Library on May 9th in a presentation titled, "Out Of The Census Into The Bookstacks". The program that will not only help with research preparation through good organizational skills but...
Phyllis Capece, President of Blessed Sacrament Council of Catholic Women (BSCCW), presented a check in the amount of $2,000.00 to Michelle Berardi representative of Blessed Sacrament Outward Sign. BSCCW is using the proceeds from its annual Luncheon and Fashion...
Three high schools, multiple Middle Schools, and many Elementary Schools of South Lake County have banded together again for our annual Kindness Palooza Charity event. This year Kindness Palooza’s theme will be the Jedi Warrior Challenge. This is a...
Clermont Police are investigating a fatal crash involving a vehicle and a pedestrian that occurred in the area of SR 50 and Bloxam Avenue, Clermont, FL.
At approximately 5:54 am, Clermont Police Patrol and Traffic Enforcement Units responded to the...
Mari Jones has made it to the TOP 13 contestants on The Voice. Next week is Fan Week on The Voice and fans have been asked for fan videos to be considered to air on the show.
Come out and show your...
The women of Beta Theta, a chapter of Epsilon Sigma Alpha, recently celebrated successes at their Awards, Installation and Pledge Ceremony/Dinner held at Green Valley Clubhouse.
It was a special year for the members of Beta Theta. Not only is...
The Clermont Downtown Partnership continues to host exciting new Downtown Clermont First Friday Food Truck events with the next one planned for Friday night, May 3 from 5:30 to 9 pm. With a live band, food trucks, special craft...
The Kiwanis Club of Clermont is hosting its Annual Prayer Breakfast on Thursday, May 2. The Breakfast will be held at Real Life Christian Center, 1501 Steve's Road-Building C, Clermont at 7:15 am. All proceeds will benefit Christian Men...
May the fur be with you! - A Themed Adoption Event
The Lake County Animal Shelter will host its second annual Star Wars-themed adoption event on May 11 dubbed “May the Fur be with you.” Hosted at the shelter, 28123 County...
The National Day of Prayer is an annual observance held on the first Thursday of May, where people of all faiths come together to pray for their communities and our nation.
The Greater Groveland Community is inviting all to join...
The Cooper Memorial Library will host its inaugural chess tournament on Saturday, May 4, at 9 am on the first floor in room 108. All ages and experience levels are welcome.
“We’re excited to host this tournament, ranked by the U.S....
Lake County Fire Rescue personnel recently attended the National Fire Academy’s Florida State Weekend training in Emmitsburg, Maryland.
The classes offer firefighters an opportunity to further their experience and education with instruction from subject-matter experts. Alongside their peers from Maine...
Laura Betts of the Climate Reality Project will be the guest speaker of the 4 Corners Clermont Democratic Club. She will be speaking about climate change in Florida. Everyone interested is invited to attend on May 8th at 6:15 pm...
The Florida League of Cities is the united voice for Florida’s municipal governments. Its goal is to serve the needs of Florida's cities and promote local self-government.
Recently city officials from Lake County attended a two-day course offered by the Florida...
The Lake County Office of Emergency Management is inviting residents to join its Adopt an Emergency Shelter program. The program offers an opportunity for individuals, non-profit, faith-based, private or community organizations to become involved in assisting the county’s emergency...
Caribbean food & music festival returns to Clermont with hopes of recouping financial losses from last year's rains
It has technically been less than a year since 10 consecutive days' of rain flooded the Lake County and overall Central Florida...