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South Lake County Rotary Club Fighting Fentanyl Overdoses
South Lake County Rotary Club is committed to fighting the scourge of opioid abuse including fentanyl, and its overdose deaths, which kill more people...
You’re Cordially Invited: A Review by Anthony Ritter
A Movie Review By Anthony Ritter
The newest romantic comedy, starring Will Ferrell and Reese Witherspoon, makes its debut on Amazon Prime Video. Witherspoon plays...
Frankie Valente Scholarship Fund Celebrated First Responders
The Frankie Valente Scholarship Fund recently held a Lake County Hawaiian Luau Casino Night at The Plantation in Leesburg. This fun event was held...
Montverde Academy’s EagleMUN Students Compete in the University of Florida’s GatorMUN!
By Mr. Robert Burke, MVA Upper School History Teacher and EagleMUN Sponsor
Twenty-two student delegates representing EagleMUN, the Model United Nations team at Montverde Academy,...
Clermont Police Identify Suspect And Victim In Deadly Shooting
Clermont Police have identified the man and woman killed in the apparent murder suicide Wednesday at a Clermont apartment. As both the suspect and...
South Lake High School Athletes Shine on National Signing Day
South Lake High School proudly celebrated National Signing Day with an outstanding group of student-athletes committing to continue their academic and athletic careers at...
Sweet Bella Wants A Forever Home
Bella is a 5+year-old Lab/Puggle mix weighing approximately 45 lbs. This sweet little girl lost her owner and now she is homeless. She has...
Lake County Rowing Association Fights to Keep Its Home
The Clermont City Council Chambers were filled on Tuesday, January 28, as members of the Lake County Rowing Association (LCRA) passionately voiced their concerns...
Lake County Rowing: A Hub for Excellence in Rowing (See Video)
Lake County Rowing Association
Nestled along the shores of Lake Minneola in Clermont, Florida, the Lake County Rowing Association (LCRA) boathouse has become a premier destination...
Rowing Facility Sparks Debate Amidst Economic Impact Discussion
At a recent Clermont City Council workshop, discussions surrounding the future of Clermont’s rowing facility intensified, with stakeholders weighing in on its economic significance...
Lake County Invites Community To Hickory Point Boat Ramp Ribbon Cutting
The Lake County Water Authority and the County’s Office of Parks & Trails will host a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new Hickory Point Boat...
Chef’s Guide To Indian Food Guru Restaurant Helps You Celebrate Indian Cuisine!
Guru Indian Restaurant offers you a unique local experience of fine Indian dining. Founded by Master Chef Uday Kadam, Kadam knew it was the...
Kids Reach For The Sky At The Leesburg Airport
Article and Photos by Ted Luebbers
Ten young people became Young Eagles at the Leesburg International Airport in Leesburg, FL with the help of the...
First Annual State of Florida Tuskegee Airmen Commemoration Day Set for March 27-28
The Florida State Tuskegee Airmen, Inc. proudly presents the First Annual State of Florida Tuskegee Airmen Commemoration Day, a two-day celebration honoring the heroic...
Sandhill Direct Health Celebrates Grand Opening with Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
Sandhill Direct Health, a primary care facility dedicated to providing accessible and personalized healthcare, recently celebrated its grand opening and welcomed community members eager...
Meet Oakley, The Pet Of The Week
Oakley is a beautiful 1.5-year-old male, Blue Healer blend. He is currently 38 pounds and is as beautiful inside as he is outside, as...
Clermont News From Clermont Mayor Tim Murry (Jan/Feb)
January/February 2025
I am not sure how, but the first month of 2025 - a year that has brought many changes to our City –...
Families Encouraged To Take Advantage Of Spring Break To Get Passports
The Lake County Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller is reminding residents that Spring Break is an excellent opportunity to schedule the whole...
Sponsor the 2025 Shamrock Shuffle! A 1 Mile Fun Run, 5K/10K
Showcase your business to the South Lake community! Your sponsorship includes your business logo featured on the banner and race shirt for more than...
Five Minutes with The Groveland Mayor Keogh
by Groveland City Mayor Keogh
Someone recently asked me, "What's on your mind, Mayor?" My answer: water!
During my first two months in office, I've talked...
Live Well Foundation of South Lake Awards $1,000,000 Transformation Grant to the City of...
The Live Well Foundation of South Lake is proud to announce the awarding of a $1,000,000 Transformation Grant to the City of Clermont in...
Honoring Dr. King’s Legacy: MVA Students Transform MLK Day into a Day of Service...
By Mrs. Margaret Price, MVA Assistant Dean of Students for Multiculturalism, Leadership, and Student Programs
Twenty-five Upper School students spent their morning volunteering during the...
Family History Research Virtual Session 3
submitted by the Pastfinders of South Lake
Did you miss Sessions 1 and 2? Not a problem, as each class operates independently, offering the family historian a variety of...
South Lake High Seniors Shine in Blue-Grey All-American Classic
South Lake High School seniors Connor Plummer (#52) and Alex Vila (#50) showcased their talents on a national stage this past Monday, earning starting...
What’s Happening at Cooper Memorial Library This February
Programs for Kids and Teens
Baby & Me Storytime
Every Monday | 11 - 11:30 A.M.
Join us in our Story Room for a weekly, baby-friendly storytime....
Montverde Academy Students Sofia Negron and Sara Echavarria Publish Research on International Medical Missions
submitted by Nichole Smith, Montverde Academy
Congratulations to Sofia Negron (’25) and Sara Echavarria (’26) on their manuscript, titled "High School Students' Perspectives: The Value...
MVA Robotics Team Advances to Quarterfinals
submitted by Nichole Smith
The Montverde Academy robotics team has made it to the quarterfinals! On January 10, robotics students Johnny Drawdy (grade 11), Titus...
Clermont Woman’s Club Host “Coffee With A Cop” on March 19
The Clermont Woman's Club will host Coffee With A Cop on March 19, 2025 from 9 am to 11 am at their clubhouse at...
Join The Fun At The LSSC Shamrock Shuffle On March 1st!
Mark your calendars for Saturday, March 1, 2025, as the Lake-Sumter State College (LSSC) Shamrock Shuffle returns to Clermont! This annual St. Patrick’s Day-themed...
Home Instead Celebrates Opening of New Clermont Office
Home Instead recently celebrated the opening of its new office located at 211 Citrus Tower Blvd. in Clermont. The event featured office tours, a...