Lake County Schools has published a brief two-question survey to determine whether the community thinks the school guardian program is a good idea for...
The East Lake County Library is holding the Annual Poetry Contest in honor of National Poetry Month. Entries are being accepted now until May 1,...
South Lake County Historical Society board members, Jim Briggs and Carole Fernandes, recently posed for this recreation of the classic “American Gothic” with a...
Writer, Journalist, Publisher and Writing Coach Patricia Charpentier will be giving a free Presentation at Cooper Memorial Library on April 12th from 4:30 pm-7...
At a recent Clermont City Council meeting, local residents Chris Desmond and Brian Walker were presented the Lifesaving Award from Fire Chief Carle Bishop for their courageous efforts in saving...
Submitted by Hilary Allen, Athletic Director
Lake Minneola High School Sports Review (March 26-March 30)
Tuesday, March 27
Girls Lacrosse team was defeated by Forest.
Both...
Free Community Event in Downtown Clermont ~ Friday, April 6, 2018
The Clermont Downtown Partnership is hosting the First Friday and Food Truck event on...
Clermont Highlander Dragons bring home medals
On March 10th, the Clermont Highland Dragons dragon boat team competed at the Central Florida Dragon Boat Festival in...
Curious about Toastmasters? Attending a meeting is a great opportunity to learn what it’s all about. The club provides a safe, supportive and positive...
Bentley is a 5-year-old Yellow Lab Blend. At over 70 lbs, Bentley is a very big boy! Bentley is very friendly, and does well...
Three South Lake High School 12th grade students officially signed college letters of intent to play ball.
Enthusiastic parents, coaches, and teammates watched the ceremonial...
Saturday, March 31 was opening day for the Spring Season of Clermont Girls FastPitch Softball. More than 200 girls, ages 4 -18 years old,...
Groveland City Council Members, City Officials, family, friends, and neighbors of the late Elese Tomlin celebrated the groundbreaking of the Elese Tomlin Center, a...
The City of Clermont is providing the public with an assessment of two renderings for possible locations of the much talked about City Boat...
Laura St. John is a woman of many talents. She is an accomplished singer, a published author; a kid’s entertainer (Alphabet Chef). She...
The Women's Giving Alliance is hosting its Spring Breakfast at Bella Collina, 15920 County Road 455, Montverde, on April 11th from 8:30 am -10:00...
The Kiwanis Club of Clermont is having its annual Chicken BBQ on Saturday, April 7. The event will be held at St. Matthias Episcopal...
April marks the switch to seasonally adjusted hours for the MidWeek Market at Montverde, the area’s new Farmer’s Market held each Wednesday in the...
Don't miss Clermont's scavenger hunt.
Teams of 2-4 people will discover unique local businesses and interesting details about the City of Clermont. Start and Finish...
Montverde United Methodist Church’s Loaves and Fishes Food Pantry, also known as the Montverde Food Pantry, received $796 in grant funding from the Community...
Vietnam Veterans Day is celebrated every March 29. It's a day set aside for Americans to honor the courage and sacrifice of those who...
Don't Miss East Ridge High School's Last Theatre Production of the Season.
Fiddler on the Roof will be performed by an amazing cast of singers, actors,...
Council To Discuss the Location of the City's Boat Ramp on Tuesday, April 10
Clermont City Council will review possible locations for the city's boat ramp at...
It was in 2001 that Robert Scambia’s life started down a path he never imagined. One of his good friends, a New York City...
Featuring a Guest Group from Orlando
Sisters of Sound, the Clermont Chapter of Harmony, Inc. is hosting their annual Spring Variety show Saturday, April 7th...
If you want to know about your family origin, Pastfinders of South Lake County, Genealogical Society, can help you get started. Beginner class are...
Groveland Mayor Dina Sweatt was overcome with emotion while attempting to announce to those attending a recent city council meeting that a special plaque would...
Lake County Commissioners recently voted unanimously to dissolve the Lake Emergency Medical Services (Lake EMS) and transition it into the county organization. The commissioners...
Submitted by Bill Post
A beautiful sunrise and perfect Spring temperatures greeted 98 runners, walkers and joggers at this week’s Clermont parkrun. This week our...
The Clermont Performing Arts Center is proud to announce “On Golden Pond” is coming to the Center’s Main Stage on March 31 at 8...
On the third Saturday of each month SHOTGUN SATURDAY occurs from 8 am to 12 pm. The Lions encourage their patrons to bring a...
Submitted by Hilary Allen, Athletic Director
Sports Update - Monday, March 12 - Friday, March 16)
Monday, March 12
Girls Lacrosse Team defeated Jones High, 18...
Attending a meeting is a great opportunity to learn what it’s all about. The club provides a safe, supportive and positive learning environment in...
Submitted by The Animal League
Meet Kevin!
This playful and exuberant boy is a 3-month-old Golden Retriever and Labrador Blend. We expect Kevin to grow up...
Groveland Elementary School and The Kiwanis Club are proud to announce Groveland Elementary School's Terrific Kids for March.
Emma Kelly, Leonardo Okonmah, Dahlila Belizaire, Alexander...
Students showcase conflict and compromise in history at
Lake County History Day contest
Students from across Lake County are heading to the Florida History Day...
Proceeds from two MVA events benefit the non-profit organization
Montverde Academy proudly presented New Beginnings of Central Florida with a donation of $1,881.70. The donation...
Get Back 2 Basics, located at 295 W. Washington St., Minneola, is a new Whole Food Plant Based dine-in or take-out restaurant, as well as...
After 10 years of ministry, New Beginnings of Central Florida has a new leader, Stephanie Harris. “Looking back,” Harris says, “I believe God has...
Groveland City Council Members appeared uncertain how to move forward on project improvements to Lake David and Wilson Lake Parkway Park. They were especially...
by Michelle Delaney
Fred Sommer, a long-time resident of South Lake County and founder of Sommer Sports, has played a significant part in establishing Clermont’s identity...
The City of Clermont announced that Curt Henschel will become the new Interim Development Services Director effective April 6. Henschel is a 15-year veteran of...
Now that it looks like we might be returning to nice temperatures, why not take advantage of a lovely afternoon and come to Clermont’s...
The City of Clermont has suspended charging $5 daily fees to use the city's boat ramp at Waterfront Park and has issued refunds for...
Angel Cruz has reason to celebrate. Angel is the owner of Angel's Barber Shop which he opened two years ago on March 1, 2016....
Benny McLean is a 3rd generation citrus grower in south Lake County. In 1999 he converted 1,500 acres of Florida citrus to organic farming...
The Minneola Schoolhouse Library
100 South Main Avenue in Minneola
Read to the Dogs
Be a “Reader of the Pack” at the Minneola Schoolhouse Library. All...
Submitted by the Animal League
This is one handsome boy! This 3-year-old, 65 lbs, Labrador/Golden Retriever Blend is ready to steal your heart! Himalaya is...
Each year on March 24th World TB Day is observed.
The Florida Department of Health in Lake County will observe World TB Day on Friday,...
Brian Broadway was taken by surprise when Dave Colby, Chamber of Commerce president, announced Brian as the recipient of the Gem of the Hills...