The Lake County Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller is now offering electronically certified (eCertified) copies of eligible documents recorded in the Official Records, such as deeds, mortgages, satisfactions, liens, marriage licenses, powers of attorney, notices of commencement,...
South Lake High School Football is excited to announce Coach Mark Woolum is returning to head up the Eagle offense. After a few years of retirement, Coach Woolum has decided to step up and help create excitement at the...
Congratulations to Find Feed & Restore on the groundbreaking of Hannah Grace Gardens!
Hannah Grace Gardens provides affordable housing which allows working families to keep more of their income for other essentials like food, medicine, education, childcare and transportation.
The organization...
by Chuck Seaver, SOUTH LAKE TABLET
The 4th Annual Honoring the Fallen 5K Race was held on Saturday, February 25th beginning at SunCreek Brewery, 790 West Minneola Avenue, Clermont.
The annual event, sponsored by the Clermont Police Department, honors those law...
Mission BBQ is an American barbecue restaurant coming to Clermont this summer at 1225 East Highway 50. Leadership positions are available and candidates can apply at https://mission-bbq.com/locations-and-menu/clermont-fl/
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Salt Shack, on the shores of Lake Minneola and next to Clermont Victory...
Article and photos by Chuck Seaver
The Townsend House, built in 1895, is a focal point of the Clermont Historical Society’s Museum, located at 490 West Avenue, Clermont. The Townsend family, wife Sallie and husband James, were well known throughout...
Imagine stepping into a classroom filled with eager faces, knowing that you hold the key to unlocking their potential. With the Lake-Sumter State College Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education, you can turn this dream into reality.
Designed with your...
Clermont – Erin Foley, a girl in Scouts, BSA Troop 4998 and a resident of Clermont, has earned the honor of Eagle Scout, the highest rank that the Boy Scouts offers. Only 3 to 4 percent of Boy Scout...
Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 176 President Sam Guttman presented the Leadership Award to Police Chief Broadway at a recent Clermont City Council Meeting.
Chief Broadway is well deserving of this award and has proven his leadership abilities.
Chief Charles “Chuck”...
Written by Chuck Seaver, South Lake Tablet
Many have heard of Wreaths Across America (WAA), a not-for-profit organization whose year-long mission is to Remember the fallen, Honor those who Serve, and Teach our children the value of freedom. But many...
Two residents of Clermont, Tod Howard and Otis Taylor, Jr., have officially qualified for the remaining term of Seat 2. This seat was vacated due to the passing of the dearly missed Jim Purvis.
Both candidates bring with them a...
After 25 years of serving the South Lake Community, Kim's Cabbage Patch bids farewell with its final day of operation on Tuesday, March 5th.
Kim Fielding and partner Suzi Basting owned Kim's Cabbage Patch until 2021 when it was acquired...
Orlando Health Orlando Regional Medical Center (ORMC) has been named as one of the Best Hospitals by the Women’s Choice Award®, an independent referral source for trusted brands, services, and hospitals. The award signifies that Orlando Health is one...
With the ceremonial snip, the ribbon fell, marking the official opening of Palm Medical Centera. Members of the South Lake Chamber of Commerce and guests welcomed the medical practice to the community
Dr. Kellie Muniz, accompanied by a skilled staff...
submitted by Kevin Yurasek, Lake Sumter State College
Lakehawk track athletes have come off the blocks strong in their inaugural season.
After starting the season with indoor competitions from January to March, the team has transitioned to outdoor competition through May....
GROVELAND - A transformative state road project in Groveland will begin construction four years sooner than originally planned, setting a course for big improvements ahead!
The FDOT-lead project will reroute 2.1 miles of S.R. 50 to the north of Groveland's...
Clermont Planning and Zoning gave its stamp of approval on a new Marriott TownePlace Suites, to be built on a 4.07-acre site located about ¾ mile east of U.S. 27 at Omar Street and Hwy 50.
The proposed development...
The South Lake Tablet is proud to announce that Chuck Seaver has joined the team! Chuck will be keeping the community aware of many of the spotlights, highlights and events in the area. He will also have and will share...
The unofficial results of the Lake County 2024 Presidential Preference Primary (PPP) Election have been posted at LakeVotes.gov. The results include Vote-by-Mail, Early Voting, and all Election Day precincts. The results do not include:
•Provisional Ballots
•Ballots undergoing the Cure Process
•Overseas...
The Clermont Historical Society (CHS) celebrates the completion of a much-needed handicap ramp, providing access to the Kern and Townsend Houses located at the Clermont Historic Village. Last week, dedicated crews from the city of Clermont labored tirelessly to...
New Beginnings Of Central Florida has partnered with the City of Groveland to create Groveland's first affordable housing project through funds available through the Community Land Trust (CLT), a private, nonprofit organization promoting housing affordability, sustainable development and a...
Orlando Health South Lake Hospital, located at 1900 Don Wickman Dr. Clermont, reached a significant milestone on Thursday, February 8th, with the opening of its five-story patient tower. This addition has fortified the hospital's capacity by introducing 95 new...
To foster economic growth and expand industrial infrastructure, Lake County Commissioners recently voted the sale of 26.46 acres of county-owned land within the Christopher C. Ford Commerce Park in Groveland. The transaction, valued at $5 million, marks a significant...
Dutch Bros, located at 3064 US Hwy 27, Clermont, plans to have its grand opening on March 29, The Drive-thru coffee shop will serve customized coffee, Rebel energy drinks, cold brew, tea and more.
Coming soon
The Bell is coming...
January 2024
Welcome to 2024!
The first Council Workshop of the New Year was held on Jan. 16 and discussions included updated plans for the Meet Us in the Middle Plaza and the 8th Street Docks, pickleball courts, and the status...
On the evening of April 7, Clermont Police Officers swiftly responded to a large altercation between two groups of juveniles in the area of 5th St. and Carroll St. Though most of the juveniles had dispersed upon the officers'...
Friends of Cooper Memorial Library is a non-profit organization dedicated to serving the library. The organization supports the library by raising money to help make unfunded and underfunded programs possible.
Half a century has passed since the inception of the...
The Phoenix Awards recognize and celebrate the valiant efforts of first responders who successfully resuscitate individuals experiencing cardiac arrest, ultimately leading to the patient's full recovery.
The Orlando Health South Lake Hospital recently presented the Phoenix Award to Clermont Fire...
by Chuck Seaver, South Lake Tablet
The City of Clermont’s West Osceola Street Parking and Trail Realignment Project is underway with a lot of progress thus far. The project, located near West Avenue, is slated for completion in late May...
Clermont’s City Council approved the rezoning of a 12.3 acre mixed-use site located adjacent to Victory Pointe and the South Lake Trail, along Carrol Street. The site is the home of Clermont Builders Supply, a long-time lumber yard that...
Lake County Supervisor of Elections, Alan Hays, announces Early Voting (EV) for the March 19th Presidential Preference Primary (PPP) Election. Early Voting for the PPP will be held Thursday, 3/7 – Saturday, 3/16 at twelve convenient locations to serve...
Lake County Supervisor of Elections, Alan Hays, advises Republican voters of the upcoming March 19th Presidential Preference Primary (PPP) Election. Polls will be open from 7:00 am to 7:00 pm.
Democratic voters should take note that the Democratic Party is...
March 2024
Happy Spring Clermont Champions!
The process to update Clermont’s Comprehensive Plan continues and an outstanding number of folks have completed the community survey. Thank you for taking the time and providing your input on Clermont’s future growth and development....
The scent of freshly cooked fried chicken wafts through the air, drawing eager diners into Bojangles, the new, fast-food restaurant, that opened at the intersection of Hwy 50 and Plaza Collina Blvd., Clermont.
The atmosphere is buzzing with excitement as...
City of Clermont - The street will be closed for six to eight weeks beginning on April 15, as crews upgrade the underground utilities and reconstruct the roadway. Vehicle and pedestrian traffic will be directed around the work area.
Crews...
Steve and Laura Green, owners of Clermont Fish House, are embarking on a new venture. The couple is set to introduce an English Pub experience to the heart of downtown Clermont with the opening of "The Bell Clermont."
Steve Green...
In a bittersweet turn of events, Johnson Village Marketplace is closing its doors as of Saturday, February 3rd at 7 pm.
Owner Darren Johnson wrote:
The Johnsons had a vision. Johnson Village Marketplace would not only be a small-town grocery store...
Dear Residents,
We are writing to inform you of a potential safety concern regarding Alpine Road. Recent observations have raised concerns about a possible sinkhole formation, which poses a risk to the safety of our community members.
As a precautionary measure...