The Lake County Sheriff's Project Kid Connect is a program that supports Lake County children, fosters engagement between Lake County citizens and the Lake County Sheriff’s Office, and supports Lake County Sheriff’s employees and their families in times of...
The Mascotte Police Department in collaboration with Charity Across South Lake and Mascotte Charter School presents Back to School Bash Backpack Giveaway Event on Saturday, July 30th from 3 PM-6 PM at Mascotte Charter School, 460 Midway Ave, Mascotte
(Open field outside...
While the Clermont Woman's Club is on hiatus for the summer, it doesn't stop their committees from meeting and planning for the upcoming year. The Fashion Show Committee recently met at the clubhouse to begin planning the fall show...
by Linda Charlton
As of last week, there's new light on some old souls in Groveland.
https://youtu.be/zoP8lkYl-7Y
In late May the city of Groveland got word that it had been awarded a $499,000 reimbursement grant to restore the city's old black cemetery....
Montverde Academy Senior Kendall Walsworth recently spent two weeks at Brown University's Pre-College Leadership Lab where she had the opportunity to learn from Ivy League-educated instructors and engage with fellow peers who share her passion for sustainability. The Brown...
Grace Young, a rising fifth grader at Montverde Academy is a competitive figure skater who represents the Figure Skating Club of Osceola. The club’s home rink is in Kissimmee, Florida. Grace competed in her first national competition this past weekend,...
On Thursday, July 28, Peyton C. Grinnell, Lake County Sheriff; Diane Kornegay, Lake County Schools Superintendent; and Joseph Mabry, Supervisor of Safety and Security will be at Lake Minneola City Hall to speak on school safety.
Come and hear the...
Feature Story & Photos By: Larry H. Oskin
The Champions Circle Youth Program has been busy all summer with educational, cultural, academic and athletic challenges. The members just took part in the annual Basketball Game Challenge with the Clermont and...
Lake Technical College announced the 2021-22 Student of the Year is Cosmetology student, Alesia Averill of Mount Dora. Alesia stated “It was an honor to be nominated with 7 other students for this award and I was definitely surprised...
Clermont – The Orlando Cat Café presented the third annual donation of pet oxygen masks to Lake County Fire Rescue on Thursday, July 14. This life-saving donation is in recognition of National--Pet Fire Safety Day on July 15.
The American...
Orlando Health, a non-profit healthcare organization headquartered in Orlando, Fla., today announced it will acquire Medical Center Radiology Group (MCRG), whose board-certified radiologists interpret medical imaging for the healthcare system. The acquisition will further leverage the expertise of the...
Groveland – The Lake County Office of Visit Lake will host a virtual application learning session for the Lake County Tourist Development Council (TDC) Capital Projects Funding Program at 9 a.m. on Mon., July 25, via Zoom. Advance registration...
Tomorrow, Saturday, July 23rd, from 10 am-2 pm, the Groveland Police Department will be hosting a fundraising event at Toole’s Ace Hardware in Groveland (1007 SR 50, Groveland, FL. 34736) called ‘Christmas in July Toy Drive & Outdoor Expo!’
The...
That’s right! The People’s Choice Dessert and Summer Drinks Challenge is happening on Saturday, August 6th from 1:00 to 3:00 PM at Clermont’s Historic Village. Once again local vendors will be on hand to share their wonderful desserts and...
Submitted by the Animal League
Jax is good with other friendly dogs, loves ALL people and gives the BESTEST kisses. He has never met a stranger because EVERYONE is his best friend. Jax is the perfect family dog and can...
Minneola, Fla –Minneola Artworx is again inviting artists with a vision to transform community spaces to design and implement vibrant, outdoor painted murals that reflect our city. PHASE ONE has been completed with ten spectacular murals adorning the south...
Live Well Foundation of South Lake completed their Capacity and Empowerment Grant awards and presented awards at their July 19th board of directors meeting. “The Live Well Foundation board of directors has earmarked funds for healthcare initiatives, specifically in the...
On Wednesday, July 27, Kids can be honorary Jr. Firefighter Cadets for a day. Join the Groveland Firefighters as they read Dot The Fire Dog by Lisa Desimini and afterward, the a firefighter hose-down challenge will be held.
A bounce...
A Movie Review By Anthony Ritter
Actor, Writer, and Director Jordan Peele’s third horror movie NOPE arrives in theaters this weekend. NOPE is about the Haywood family, who are horse trainers living on a secluded California ranch. A mysterious entity...
Join the Groveland Police Department for a Christmas in July Toy Drive & Outdoor Expo on Saturday, July 23rd from 10 am-2 pm at the Groveland Ace Hardware (1007 SR 50 Groveland, FL. 34736).
Participate in a raffle fundraiser with...
Timothee Sallin, Co-CEO of IMG Enterprises, was the keynote speaker at the South Lake Chamber Breakfast on July 15.
A graduate from New College of the University of South Florida, Timothee earned a degree in Economics and International Studies. He is...
Invest in your future and enroll at Lake Technical College this fall! Earn your certification and become employed in one of Florida’s hottest jobs. You can learn from the experts while gaining real-world, hands-on experience in high-demand industries. Programs...
The Clermont Woman's Club, District 7, recently hosted a tea and luncheon to welcome new members and to introduce prospective members to the organization.
The Clermont Woman's Club is a Federated Woman's Club chartered in 1927. It is a...
Enjoy Free Exercise Classes at Clermont Health Park, 1919 East Highway 50, Clermont. Classes are scheduled from 7 am - 8 am, outside on the turf.
Zumba - August 24 (*outside on the turf, weather permitting)
ZUMBA is a fun dance-fitness...
Celebration Title Group celebrated the opening of its newest location in Clermont on Thursday, July 14. Members of the South Lake Chamber of Commerce provided the ribbon-cutting ceremony, which was attended by family, friends and members of the business community,...
The Lake County Division of Solid Waste’s vendor for residential trash and recycling collection, Waste Pro, is experiencing severe staffing shortages in the unincorporated South Lake County area and is diligently working to hire and train new staff as...
The Champion Circle Teens have challenged the Clermont and Groveland Police to a game of basketball on Friday, July 22. The game starts at 10 am. at the Clermont Arts and Recreation Center, 3700 S Hwy 27, Clermont.
Champion...
Every Wednesday from 11 am to 1 pm, Groveland's Parks and Community Services proudly presents Summer Splash Wacky Wednesday Waterdays.
To confirm locations, call 352-429-2141 or visit parks-rec@groveland-fl.gov
The Clermont Police Department will host the next Coffee with a Cop event from 9:00-11:00 a.m. July 20, at Cheesers Palace Cafe, 707 W. Minneola Ave. Downtown Clermont.
The public will get to talk with local Clermont police officers and...
Many people in the unincorporated area of South Lake County are waiting weeks to have their trash picked up.
Response from Lake County: The Lake County Division of Solid Waste’s vendor for residential trash and recycling collection, Waste Pro,...
The Clermont Garden Club was presented with 5 (five) awards on May 26th, 2022, at the District V11's Spring General Meeting for the program year 2020-2022.
Receiving the awards was the Clermont Chapter president, Cindy Simon. The awards presented were...
Lake-Sumter State College is pleased to announce a new program for new and current students attending classes for the upcoming Fall 2022.
Thanks to support from the LSSC Foundation, Inc., any new or continuing student that registers for at least...
Lake County Library Services is planning to open a temporary East Lake facility at the East Lake Sports & Community Complex within the next 6 months.
The East Lake County Library, located at 31340 County Rd 437 in Sorrento, was...
Submitted by Nick Jones
For the Club’s July meeting at IHOP in Clermont, Thursday, July 14, Lion Bob Armstrong, 2nd VP of District 35 brought the Club up to date on the start of a new administration for 2022-23 and answered...
The Kiwanis Club of Clermont welcomed newest team members Trish Kry and
Banks
Trish comes to Kiwanis with a vast amount of experience and knowledge in the South Lake special needs community as well as first-hand service to those who struggle...
Lake County Commissioner Doug Shields was elected to the Florida Association of Counties (FAC) Board of Directors on July 1, during the Association’s Annual Conference and Educational Exhibit held in Orange County, Florida.
“It’s an honor to represent Lake County...
The squeak of rubber soles on a gym floor was non-stop Monday and Tuesday as several Clermont Police Officers traded their uniforms and patrol cars for sneakers and shorts and hosted a basketball camp for local youth.
“We want to...
by Linda Charlton, South Lake Tablet
In honor of #PetFireSafetyDay (July 15) the folks at Orlando Cat Cafe have continued their tradition of donating pet-sized oxygen masks to Lake County Fire Rescue. Cat Cafe owner Sandy Cagan presented three sets...
Justin Nichols, Marketing Director for Chick-Fil-A Clermont, was recently awarded the Lake County Sheriff's Gold Star Award in honor of his years of support in providing lunches to the LCSO Teen Driver Challenge.
Chick-fil-A has two restaurants in the City...
At July 12 Clermont City Council meeting, a conditional use permit (CUP) was requested to allow for the construction of the 108 condominium units as a third phase of the 1998 Master Development Plan.
The 1998 Master Development Plan permitted...
Since being re-elected for a second term as the Division 9 Lieutenant Governor for the Florida District of Key Club International, rising senior Belle France has been working diligently every day to further the growth of the district. Belle continues...
The Cooper Memorial Library will host a publishing lecture for aspiring writers and a concert as part of the Cooper Concert Series in August.
On Saturday, August 5, 2022, at 9:30 a.m., come watch a recently released blockbuster movie and...
The Lake County Solid Waste division is encouraging Lake County residents to dispose of unwanted household hazardous materials in a safe and environmentally conscious way at an upcoming Household Hazardous Waste Mobile Unit Collection event. The event will take...
July 13 is National French Fry Day and many fast-food chains and casual dining restaurants are giving away free fries to celebrate.
Here are a few of the restaurants celebrating with FREE Fries
McDonald's - Free large fry when you order...
Leaping lizards! Let our insects, arachnids, reptiles, and amphibians teach and entertain you on Friday, July 15 at 11 am at the Minneola City Hall Gym at 800 US-Hwy 27.
Zoo Mom Science is a true Florida, family business with...
Michael's Foundation is hosting a Summer Splash Party on July 16th from 1 pm - 5 pm at 11105 Autumn Lake, Clermont for veterans and their families and friends. RSVP@michaels-foundation.org
Looking for additional information, visit their WEBSITE Michael's Foundation
Michael’s Foundation...
The Elks Club of South Lake, Lodge #1848 is celebrating its 70th Anniversary on Saturday, July 16, starting at 3:30 pm. in the parking lot of its lodge, located at 649 12th St, Clermont.
Featuring live music by the Groove...
Many people in the unincorporated area of South Lake County are waiting weeks to have their trash picked up.
Response from Lake County: The Lake County Division of Solid Waste’s vendor for residential trash and recycling collection, Waste Pro,...
On Friday, July 15, the Clermont Downtown Wine Stroll will be held from 6:30 pm to 9:00 pm.
Tickets $20 pp. and can be purchased at Optima One Realty beginning at 5:30 p.m. the day of the event or prepay by going to https://bit.ly/JulyWineStroll
This month Building Blocks Ministries launched its Shoe Drive Fundraiser in support of United Way of Lake and Sumter Counties. They were awarded a $10,000 Program grant and as a requirement of the grant, they agreed to hold a fundraiser...