There has been a lot of chatter about natural gas stoves lately, with some even suggesting that they should be banned from homes because of studies that report potential health impacts. As an organization that has provided safe, reliable...
submitted by Shauna Vaughan
Koda the Fluff is a therapy dog whose online videos have gone internationally viral. She has become “accidentally” world-famous! And she lives in south Lake County.
Koda and her assistant Jena visit hospitals, including children’s hospitals; fire...
The Cooper Memorial Library will host several programs in March including a Cooper Concert Series event, a lecture on the Fiesty Females in Florida History, and the Friends of the Library Opera Club.
As a part of the Cooper Concert...
Auto Collision is a male-dominated field however, Lake Technical College student Brooklynn DiFrederico is determined to prove that women can be just as successful in the collision industry as men. Brooklynn’s passion for working on cars encouraged her to...
The Montverde Academy girls' soccer team has blasted through the Florida High School Athletic Association district and regional championships to set the stage for the state semifinals for a chance to play for the state championship.
Next Game: February 22,...
by Chuck Seaver, South Lake Tablet
Rick Cronin, author and historian, visited the Clermont Historical Village this week to speak about the historic Tavares & Gulf (T&G) Railroad that made its way to Clermont in 1887. A destination that would...
Mascotte Church (The Church That Feels Like Home) at 15 North Bay Lake Avenue, Mascotte, is hosting a homemade lasagna dinner.
The $10 dinner includes garlic bread, a drink and dessert will be available from 12-4 pm. You can eat...
East Ridge High School has emerged as the champions of Region 7A in boys soccer with a defeat of Winter Park High School by a score of 3-0. The team's success is a result of the hard work and...
By Mr. Alex Griffiths, Middle School Social Studies Teacher
This past fall semester, seventh graders at Montverde Academy learned about Europeans exploring other continents, ending the semester with how England came to control land in North America between the Mississippi...
submitted by the Kiwanis Club of Clermont
The Kiwanis Club of Clermont proudly supports their good friends and partners at Building Blocks Ministries, Inc., an organization that empowers adults with developmental disabilities to dream, believe in themselves and engage in...
Seventeen different scholarships are available for Lake County Schools graduating seniors and a scholarship for a Sumter student. All scholarships have different criteria that can be reviewed at https://edfoundationlake.com/get-help/scholarships/. Applications are due by March 24, 2023 – apply at https://edfoundationlake.awardspring.com/
Pastfinders of South Lake County Genealogical Society will be hosting Gena Philibert-Ortega on Thursday, February 23 at Cooper Memorial Library at 4:30 PM. There will be a short Meet and Greet, future programs announcements and Gena will start at 5:00 PM.
Topic: Women Research...
Students Pre-K through the 5th grade at Groveland Elementary School were recognized recently with a ceremony acknowledging their accomplishments.
Terrific Kids is a Kiwanis-sponsored program that supports character building and recognizes students for modifying their behavior to become the best...
SPRING 2023 EVENTS by The Clermont Garden Club
The Clermont Garden Club is gearing up for a busy Spring 2023 this year with several major events: a Flower Show and Wine Stroll in March, the Garden Walk in April, and...
by Chuck Seaver, South Lake Tablet
Flag Coffee Corner, 756 West Montrose Street, Clermont celebrates its one-year anniversary this month. We stopped in for a visit this week with owners Gustavo, Laura and Federico Chavez. Chavez's open layout style cafe...
The Bennett Law Center and the City of Groveland are proud to partner and host the city's first "One Love" Reggae Music Festival. The festival celebrates reggae month. Enjoy the sweet sounds of reggae music and some spicy jerk...
submitted by Tracy L. Hauserman, Lake County Water Authority
The Lake County Water Authority (LCWA) invites you to join us for an Open House and Ribbon Cutting at Scrub Point Preserve. The Open House and Ribbon Cutting will begin at...
Submitted by Reed Markham, Leesburg Florida Stake,
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints
The Annual Leesburg Florida Stake (The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints)
Pinewood Derby was recently held with Youth from Lake Minneola, Clermont, Leesburg, Eustis,...
Submitted by the Clermont Woman's Club
It is the goal of the Clermont Woman's club to promote and encourage women to further their education. Carol Spaldi, scholarship Chairman for CWC, recently met with Kimberly Frazier, CTE Program Manager at Lake...
Lake Technical College is Florida’s only public post-secondary conversion charter technical college. Lake Tech is sponsored by the Lake County School District but governed by a nine member Board of Directors. The governing board is comprised of business and...
by Linda Charlton
Gun control efforts today are driven at least in part by multiple mass shootings, many with AR-15 type weapons. A hundred and thirty years ago, the weapons raising eyebrows were Winchester repeating rifles.
January 30 was a big...
Celebration With Your Valentine
Make reservations at your favorite restaurant as soon as possible or arrive early. (see a list of restaurants in south Lake at SLT DIRECTORY). Also listed in the directory are local shops with lots of ideas...
Some Things Are Worth Waiting For
Salt Shack (formerly Lilly's On The Lake) will be opening in Downtown Clermont. Looking forward to Good Food, Good Views, Good Company. This is the second Salt Shack to open in Florida. Salt Shack...
Beta Theta’s 16th Annual Mardi Gras Celebration is back! The members of Beta Theta are preparing to hold their signature, costumed event on Saturday, February 18th at the Clermont Performing Arts Center and there is still time to become...
Come and join the Friends Of Lake Apopka for a ride around Lake Apopka using Lake County and Orange County paved trails, gravel roads, and paved roads. The ride starts at either the Winter Garden Pavillion (40 mile) or...
The Lake Beautyberry Chapter of the Florida Native Plant Society invites you to an expert guided tour Friday February 10th. The field trip will begin at the Green Mountain Overlook, 20700 County Road 455, Minneola (near Montverde).
The group will...
Oakland Town Manager Steve Koontz invites you to join him for coffee and conversations.
Coffee with the Town Manager will be held from 9-10 a.m. on Thursday, Feb. 9, at the Healthy West Orange Arts & Heritage Center at the...
Enjoy dinner served by your local law enforcement and support an important cause.
From 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm on Wednesday, February 15, 2023, the Clermont Police Department will deliver dishes with a smile at Texas Roadhouse located at 2457...
City residents are invited to apply to the new and improved Clermont Citizens Academy (CCA). The CCA is a free, 7-week, civics educational program that provides the opportunity to explore various departments for a better understanding of how the City...
by Chuck Seaver, South Lake Tablet
Curaleaf Clermont Dispensary, opened its doors at 1900 South Highway 27 on Friday, February 3rd. The grand opening was kicked off with a ribbon cutting sponsored by the South Lake Chamber of Commerce.
Curaleaf Clermont Dispensary...
New Hope Christian Academy Students, K through 5th grade, were recognized recently with a ceremony acknowledging their accomplishments.
This month's terrific kids were: Zachary, Matthew, Lorelei, and Rebecca
Terrific Kids is a Kiwanis-sponsored program that supports character building and recognizes students...
The Florida Statewide Guardian ad Litem Office announces a new logo and brand identity. A new look and feel will better encompass what the Statewide Guardian ad Litem Office does and the significant positive impact we have on abused and neglected children...
Maritza Rivera who was named the Clermont Main Street Executive Director in September 2022, recently resigned to pursue a new role as the lead for the Pig on the Pond Festival and other events around the city.
Kimberly Grogan, Clermont Main...
Pickle Ball is America’s fastest-growing sport. Pickleball lines were painted on Lake Felter and Kehlor Center courts, and as the sport continued to gain local popularity and players, the decision was made to build new courts at the ARC.
Mayor...
A plan that had been in place for over a year came together on Thursday, February 2, when the Realtors Association of Lake And Sumter Counties "Opened its Doors" at 1655 E. Hwy 50, Ste 301.
Attendees were given an...
The award-winning Salt Shack has leased restaurant space at the location formerly known as Lilly's on the Lake and will open a Caribbean-themed, fine-dining restaurant.
Salt Shack’s founders said they are excited to bring the “rustic-refined” eatery featuring fresh seafood,...
Clermont Elementary School is closing in June and will be converted to the Lincoln Park Education Center, a name that School Board members approved last week in homage to The Lincoln Park School, which educated African American children in...
Below are just a few things happening in South Lake this weekend
Friday, February 3
First Friday Food Trucks and Music On Montrose
February 3
The Friday Farmers Market at Cagan Crossings is the fastest-growing market the Four Corners area has to...
Chartered on January 28, 1926, the Kiwanis Club of Clermont remains an active and vibrant club in the South Lake community. It is one the oldest and most active service organizations in Lake County.
For the past 96 years, it...
Article by Marty Proctor, SOUTH LAKE TABLET
Groveland is on the way to becoming a DarkSky community. Cherrylake Tree Farm has hundreds of acres of trees growing quietly, especially at night. Put the two together and you get a Star Party....
Submitted by the Animal League
Meet Rosie!
Hi Friends! My name is Rosie and I am as sweet as my name. I am a 50#, 3-year-old German Shepherd blend and I am looking for my forever family. I came to The Animal...
Beta Theta’s 16th Annual Mardi Gras Celebration is back! The members of Beta Theta are preparing to hold their signature, costumed event on Saturday, February 18th at the Clermont Performing Arts Center.
Beta Theta ESA was chartered in 1979 and...
“CLERMONT: From Gem Of The Hills to Choice Of Champions” is a book compiled and edited by Doris Bloodsworth and members of the Cooper Memorial Library Association. It contains pictures and stories of Clermont. It's a great Christmas Gift...
Tickets are on sale for extraordinary entertainment at the Clermont Performing Arts Center.
Main Stage performances, Friday Night Shows at the Black Box and Charlie Grinker's "Favorite Monents are all part of CPAC season's line up.
Enjoy an evening out....
Events At Cooper Memorial Library For February
Outdoor Adventure Lecture with Christine Reed
Wednesday, February 8 | 3 PM
Christine Reed, author of Alone in Wonderland, will give a lecture about nature and her journey to becoming a backpacker.
Cooper Concert Series: Ravon Rhoden
Thursday,...
The Florida Lakes Symphony Orchestra will present their romantic Valentine’s Concerts on February 2 & 3.
This Valentine’s Concert program will begin with the overture to a “Mid-Summer Night’s Dream” by Mendelssohn, “Marriage of Figaro” Overture by Mozart, and “La...
In partnership with the South Lake Chamber of Commerce and Career Source Central Florida, the City of Clermont is hosting a Career Fair.
Mark your calendar for Tuesday, Feb. 7 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Clermont Arts & Recreation Center,...
The 2023 Kiwanis Club of Clermont, "South Lake Citrus" Calendar" is available. Purchase the calendar before its too late. Take a step back in time when you view the historic citrus logos from long ago. The calendar is only...
Since 2013, Orlando Health Network has generated nearly $160 million in savings for the federal government’s Medicare Shared Savings Program, commercial insurers, self-funded employers, and patients, according to the Clinically Integrated Network Value Report 2022.
The 2022 report, released this...
GROVELAND - Run or walk through the clay trails and endless rows of trees, take in the views of the rolling hills, and enjoy a unique experience at Cherrylake for the 2023 Farm Races presented by Orlando Health South...