The presenting sponsor for this month's South Lake Chamber of Commerce Breakfast was The Boys and Girls Clubs of Central Florida. Spokesperson Mark Graff...
Lake County has accepted the Government Finance Officers Associationâs (GFOA) Distinguished Budget Presentation Award for its annual budget for the seventh consecutive year.
The award...
Would you like to trace your family history? Come learn the details on doing it right with Pastfinders of South Lake County; Genealogical Society. Pastfinders...
by Linda Charlton
The first of two Victory Pointe lawsuits has survived a major legal challenge and appears headed for trial. In that lawsuit, filed...
Lake County Commissioner Sean Parks and U.S. Rep. Ross Spano are inviting the public to attend Coffee & Conversations, an outreach meeting to be...
by Kendyl Cardwell
This week at the Clermont Waterfront parkrun, we had an impressive total of 223 participants. Everyone from runners to walkers to joggers...
The Goungampo Family from Togo, West Africa, were recent guests at the Tuscanooga Baptist Church. The three daughters provided beautiful music followed by a...
By Grant Mollett, M.Ed. East Ridge High School
The East Ridge High School girls cross country teamâs official practices began on Monday, July 29. The...
The City of Minneola formally opened its Outdoor Fitness Zone at Minneola Trailhead Park on Thursday, August 15. City Manager Mark Johnson kicked off...
Clermont Woman's Club members were happy to donate shoes for Soles4Souls, a General Federation of Women's Clubs' Grand Initiative.
The club sent 3 large boxes...
A calendar featuring Lake County Firefighters holding cute and cuddly shelter pets has been honored with a Golden Image Award by the Florida Public...
The Clermont City Council unanimously approved a motion at the August 13 council meeting to place a six-month moratorium on apartment applications within city...
The Animal League
Jet is a 2-year-old male Domestic Shorthair blend.  This handsome and playful guy really enjoys human companionship. He is a lovebug! He...
Congregation Sinai helps our community celebrate all Jewish holidays with special events, educational programs and services. Congregation Sinai classes are open to the general...
Lake County Solid Waste is encouraging Lake County residents to dispose of unwanted household hazardous materials in a safe and environmentally conscious way at...
Submitted by Clermont Historic Society
The first People's Choice Dessert Challenge was held on Saturday, August 10th at Clermontâs Historic Village. Over 200 people came...
Lake County teachers may find it easier to buy classroom supplies without dipping as deeply into their personal funds this year as the district...
by Marty Proctor
Tim Maslow began in late April 2019 as the new Community Development Director (CDD) for the City of Groveland. The role of...
On August 13, Clermont City Council appointed former Council Member Keith Mullins to temporarily serve on seat#2 vacated by the late Ray Goodgame. Mullins...
A special tribute to the memory of the late Clermont City Council Member Ray Goodgame was given by the city at the council meeting...
FAITH Neighborhood Center (FNC) was founded in 1972 and has been in continuous operation since, providing assistance to low-income families and individuals in South...
On July 25, Cornerstone Hospice & Palliative Care, a local community-based, not-for-profit provider of hospice and palliative care services hosted a Healthcare Industry Night (HCIN)...
The popular television series âHow to Do Florida,â which highlights Florida destinations and outdoor activities, is once again featuring Lake County -- this time...
submitted by Kendyl Cardwell, parkrun
This weekendâs Clermont Waterfront parkrun was a breath of fresh air, literally. A whopping 67 first timers lined up at...
On the third Saturday of each month, Clermont Mayor Gail Ash meets with her constituents at a local business in Clermont to discuss news,...
Leadership Florida recently announced that Darren Gray will be part of its Cornerstone Class 38 for 2019-2020. Leadership Floridaâs members represent the highest levels...
August 21 from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
The Cooper Memorial Library will host another program sponsored by the Lake County Sheriffâs Office and Cornerstone...
COOKING AT THE LIBRARY WITH CHEF WARREN
September 4 from 10:00 am to 11:30 am (room 108)
The Friends of the Cooper Memorial Library will host...
Have you ever asked yourself how/why some students go through 12 years of elementary, junior, and high school without missing a day? What makes...
On August 17, Orlando Cat Café will participate in the NBCUniversal Owned Television Stations (NBC and Telemundo owned stations), a division of NBCUniversal, pet...
It's never too early to begin planning what you are going to do during the kids next break.
Lake County Schools 2019-2020 Student Calendar.
August 12Â Â Â ...
Lake County students are heading back to school on Monday. These next few weeks will be a little confusing and stressful for students and...
by The Animal League
Coconut is a 6-year-old male Chihuahua that weighs just 6 pounds.  Isn't his blue color unique?  Coconut is just a sweet little guy. ...
Fishing League Worldwide (FLW), the worldâs largest tournament-fishing organization, announced today that the Harris Chain of Lakes has been selected to host the second...
On Saturday, August 10th from 1 pm to 3:00 pm, the Historic Village will be the site of the first Peopleâs Choice Dessert Challenge! ...
The UF/IFAS Extension in Lake County, the University of Floridaâs local Extension campus in Tavares, will be offering a variety of educational programs for...
Summer is almost over, but there is still time to research who your ancestors were. Would you like to build your family tree for...
Pat Moore and Suzanne McClure of Beta Theta-Clermont presented a check to the South Lake  Chamber of Commerce (SLCC) in support of the annual...
This Monday will start a new school year in south Lake County. The transition from a summer of late nights and sleep-ins to a...
Lake County students will continue to receive free breakfasts and lunches this school year, regardless of household income.
The free meals are a result of...
More than 50 years ago the "Clermont Chamber of Commerce,â came up with an idea to kick off the school year by hosting a Teacher Appreciation...
By Linda Charlton
Early in 1993, editors of the very last yearbook for the very last year of existence for Clermont High School declared "they...
By Donna Digennaro, Clermont Historic Society
Once upon a time radios were actually pieces of art, beautifully crafted and designed to please the eye. These...
The Clermont Historical Society has not only lost a board member and former president, it has lost a true champion. If Clermont really is...
Summer camps provide students with fun and engaging activities where new friendships and great memories are made. Camp Invention, hosted at Montverde Academy for...
Due to the increasing demand for back to school immunization, the Florida Department of Health in Lake County (DOH-Lake) will be conducting walk-in immunization...
The legacy of a fallen Army hero from Eustis will live on through the naming of a section of County Road 44 dedicated today...
The Clermont Garden Club provides different plants to display at the Cooper Memorial Library throughout the year. This monthâs plant was provided by Tina...
Imagine South Lake Charter is currently looking to fill an open position on its schoolâs governing board. This board governs by developing policies for...
The âForceâ is sure to be very strong on August 10th from 10 am to 1 pm for the annual STAR WARS DAY hosted by the...