Chuck Seaver, Kiwanis Club of Clermont President, proudly noted, "Our East Ridge High School Key Club kicked off the year this week with its first meeting and first project by making dog and puppy toys for the fur babies...
It was only a few weeks ago that the Boy and Girls Club of Central Florida (BGCCFL) announced the appointment of its new President & CEO, Jamie Merrill.
After only a few weeks after the announcement, Jamie, a resident...
The Boys & Girls Club Of America
Mental health grant designed to empower youth to heal, build resilience and navigate emotional challenges.
The Florida Blue Foundation, the philanthropic affiliate of the state’s leading health insurer, announced today that it is providing...
Sud's Bottleshop and Saloon recently celebrated its Grand Opening. Located inside the West End Plaza at 821 W. Minneola Ave., Clermont, the Bottleshop offers a great selection of unique beers.
This is Mark and Sheri Spahn's second business. They also...
by the Animal League
Rico is a handsome 1 ½ + year old Rat Terrier/Chihuahua blend who weighs about 13 pounds. He is a friendly boy with a bounding personality. He likes to be active and occasionally enjoys some cuddle...
Lake-Sumter State College proudly welcomed students to campus today, marking the beginning of a new academic year filled with opportunities. This year is especially remarkable as LSSC opens its brand-new campus location in the Four Corners, located in the...
by Chuck Seaver, South Lake Tablet
The Master’s Educational Foundation, Inc., 7125 East State Road 50 Suite A, Clermont, celebrated its grand opening on Tuesday, August 22nd with a ribbon-cutting ceremony sponsored by the South Lake Chamber of Commerce. The...
The West End Market is a 7,000-square-foot building with multiple commercial occupancy uses within the building (retail). Its parking area has recently been repaved and has since been corded off by the owner.
Patrick Bianchi appeared before the council on...
City of Clermont:
With all precincts reporting, the unofficial results for Seat No. 4 are as follows:
Seat No. 4
Max Krzyminski – 1,102 (44.06%)
Chandra L Myers – 1,158 (46.30%)
Mairead Caitrin Taylor - 237 (9.48%)
Because one candidate did not receive a majority...
Habitat for Humanity of Lake-Sumter alongside The Villages Charter School, Leesburg High School, South Lake High School, and Eustis High School will kick-off construction of five new homes in partnership with Habitat’s Youth Construction Academy.
Key community players and house...
Plato's Closet will be coming to Clermont. It opens soon at 240 Citrus Tower Blvd., Suite C in the Citrus Tower Shopping Center near Publix.
Plato's Closet buys and sell gently used clothes, shoes, handbags, and accessories for guys and...
By Anabella Munoz, Senior at Montverde Academy, Founder and Leader of the First High School Lifestyle Medicine Club in the United States
Our generation has always heard the saying “an apple a day keeps the doctor away,” which suggests that...
by Timothy Farrell, ERHS Boys Cross Country Coach
Saturday morning started with a beautiful sunrise and ended with an equally beautiful race by the East Ridge Boys Cross Country team.
The Knights competed in their first pre-season race in a number...
By Grant Mollett, ERHS Girls Cross Country Team Coach
photos taken/contributed by Jeff Warren, team parent.
Clermont, Florida - August 19, 2023
The East Ridge High School girls cross country team participated in the Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) Preseason...
It is the goal of the Clermont Woman's Club to help and encourage women to further their education in a non-traditional career.
Non-traditional career examples would be welding, automotive service technology, heating/air conditioning and refrigeration, etc. We are partnering with...
by Chuck Seaver, South Lake Tablet
Superior Residences of Clermont, 1600 Hunt Trace Boulevard, held a Bingo Fundraiser on August 17th to support the fight to end Alzheimer's Disease.
The fundraiser included bingo, raffle drawings for gift baskets donated by the...
by Audrey Davis, South Lake Tablet, Student Intern
Teamont Cafe is set to open in Cooper Memorial Library on the Clermont Lake Sumter State College campus.
Teamont has two other locations- Main Squeeze and Teamont Boba, which both have opened...
A magical cloud of pixie dust was spread over the Clermont City Center at the South Lake Chamber of Commerce Breakfast meeting on Friday, Aug. 18.
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The Dapper Dans came from WDW Resorts to entertain by singing an arrangement of...
The Ann Dupee Gem of the Hills Community Service Award honors residents or organizations that contribute to the South Lake community; they lend their time, efforts, and talents outside any volunteer work done for their employer.
The recipient of the...
August is Clear the Shelters Month. Let's help CLEAR THE SHELTERS!
Spot and Lilly are bonded “sisters”. They are 8 months old. Spot is a Jack Russell mix weighing approximately 15 pounds. His sister, Lilly, is a Terrier mix weighing...
ALDI announced it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Winn-Dixie and Harveys Supermarket. It plans to add approximately 400 stores and expand access to great products at the lowest possible prices
“Like ALDI, Winn-Dixie and Harveys Supermarket have...
submitted by The Animal Shelter
Theo is a handsome 2 ½-year-old, Domestic Shorthaired/Russian Blue kitty who weighs about 11 pounds. He has a sweet personality, is very affectionate, and likes to rub up on you for some lovin’ but also...
“It is a really great time to be in Central Florida,” Lake-Sumter State College President Dr. Heather Bigard recently told a panel of community stakeholders gathered on the campus of LSSC to discuss community advancement through the groundbreaking workforce...
Alstair Clarke Jr., is a recent graduate of Lake Minneola High School and recipient of a $1,0000 scholarship from Beta Theta, ESA.
Alstair, the son of Nadine and Alstair Clarke of Groveland, was born and raised in South Lake and...
Article by Grant Mollett, ERHS Senior Girls' Cross Country Coach and Teacher
Photos contributed by Mr. David Worthington, ERHS Teacher
August 8, 2023
The East Ridge High School girls' cross country team’s official practices began on Monday, July 31, 2023. ...
submitted by Tim Farrell, East Ridge High School Boys Cross Country Head Coach The 2023 Cross Country season is upon us and the East Ridge Boys Cross Country program is looking forward to another successful season....
Clermont residents who are interested in how the city operates are encouraged to apply for the Fall 2023 session of the Clermont Citizens Academy (CCA).
The CCA is a free, 7-week, civics educational program that provides the opportunity to explore...
by Pam Schmitz, Clermont Woman's Club
While the Clermont Woman's Club is on summer hiatus, about a dozen members got together to enjoy sisterhood and lunch. Jackie Josten chose the restaurant and made the arrangements. "We enjoyed the food and...
Beginning this Sunday, August 13th, the Downtown Clermont Farmers Market will be relocating to W. Minneola Avenue, 8th Street, and the Art Walk area. This move comes as the City of Clermont embarks on street milling and streetscaping work...
A Movie Review By Anthony Ritter
The Last Voyage of the Demeter sailed into theaters this past weekend. This movie gives life to the captain’s log in Bram Stoker’s “Dracula”. The crew of the merchant ship Demeter sailed to London,...
submitted by A Forever Home Animal Rescue
There are many awesome pets at "A Forever Pet Animal Rescue". Meet three of the cutest:
Justin
Justin is a 14-week-old Jack Russell mix weighing approximately 6 pounds. We expect him to be around 15...
The Florida Department of Health in Lake County (DOH-Lake) is urging residents to take necessary precautions and follow safety measures during the current heat advisory. With temperatures soaring and heat indexes reaching dangerous levels, it is important to prioritize...
A new and free program in North Central Florida helps fathers increase their awareness and knowledge about what it takes to be a good father. T.E.A.M. Dad, which stands for Teaching, Empowering, Advocating for and Mentoring men on their fatherhood...
by Chuck Seaver, South Lake Tablet
The Way Academy, 105 East Baker Street, Minneola, enjoyed its first day of the new school year with an opening day ribbon-cutting sponsored by the South Lake Chamber of Commerce.
The new school is open...
By Chuck Seaver, South Lake Tablet
The City of Clermont is rich in history, especially in the areas of West Montrose Street and the surrounding areas where the original incorporation included 2,000 acres that would become the Town of Clermont....
New Beginnings of Central Florida Annual Charity Golf Tournament will be held at Orange County National Golf Course on Friday, Sept 22 2023.
Shotgun Start at 8:30 am to support the local Homeless.
Open to everyone! Foursomes Wanted! Register online at:...
submitted by Nichole Smith, MVA
From June 11-14, Michael Damon, Montverde Academy’s Sports Information Manager, attended the College Sports Communicators (CSC) annual workshop in Orlando at the World Center Marriott Resort, participating in various informative panels and discussions to learn...
Article by Audrey Davis, South Lake Tablet
This week on August 7th and 8th, the South Lake Chamber of Commerce hosted its 33rd Annual Teacher Appreciation Breakfast. The event welcomed over 1,600 elementary, middle school, and high school teachers...
August 2023
Hello Clermont Champions,
I am not sure where our summer has gone, but the temperature outside apparently does not know that school is back in session and fall is just around the corner!
Please slow down and use extra caution...
By Margaret Price, Assistant Dean of Students for Multiculturalism, Leadership, and Student Programs at Montverde Academy
Ten Montverde Academy Upper School students volunteered for the Habitat for Humanity Youth Impact Build that took place from 8 am to 12 noon...
In 2015 a Downtown Clermont master plan was adopted and a parking garage was listed as one of the projects that would be needed eventually.
In 2020 a parking study was completed and it was determined that additional parking would...
Oakland Avenue Charter School tested in the top four schools in Orange County on the 5th grade FCAT Science Sunshine State Standards test for the 2022-23 School Year. OACS students scored 91% proficiency, placing them fourth in Orange County...
Building Blocks Ministries announces the sponsorship of the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Child and Adult Care Food Program. Nondiscrimination Policy: Meals will be available at no separate charge to enrolled eligible participants at the center listed below and...
Autumn Archer considers herself a foodie and has known from an early age that she was going to be a chef one day. While attending Umatilla High School, she was enrolled in culinary classes and her instructor mentioned that...
Laurin Mcglothlin was awarded a P.E.O. Program for Continuing Education Grant from the P.E.O. Sisterhood. She was sponsored by P.E.O. Chapter FJ of Clermont, FL.
The P.E.O. Program for Continuing Education was established in 1973 to provide need-based grants to...
The 2nd Annual Well of Hope Gala will be held on Saturday, August 12, 2023, at 5:30 pm at the Clermont City Center, located at 620 W Montrose St, Clermont, to celebrate the power of unity, compassion, and resilience...
The Clermont Historical Society recently held it 4th annual People’s Choice Dessert Challenge at the Clermont Historical Village located at 490 West Ave., Clermont. Guests got free samples of an assortment of sweet treats.
Six vendors participated in the...
Cheez is a 2-year-old Bully mix weighing approximately 30 pounds. He was adopted a year ago and just returned when the owner was moving out of state and was unable to take him.
Cheez has had a difficult life. He...
Early this week asphalt will be removed on W. Montrose between 8th Street and 7th Street. As work is completed access to businesses will be maintained.
As with any construction activity, the work can be delayed due to weather or...