Feature Story & Photos by Larry H. Oskin, South Lake Tablet
The Orlando Health South Lake Scripts Pharmacy officially opened this week at 1920 Don Wickham Drive, Suite. 135 in Clermont. A ribbon-cutting ceremony was hosted by the South Lake...
Feature Story & Photos by Larry H. Oskin
The Clermont Performing Arts Center’s Black Box Theater hosted its final performance of the popular matinee series, ‘You Are Still There’ created by Clermont’s own Emmy and Peabody Award winner, Charlie Grinker.
Grinker,...
On Saturday, May 21, from 12 pm to 4 pm, the Kiwanis Club of South Lake is hosting a concert on the 2nd dock just north of the boat ramp on Lake Minneola. Relax and enjoy music performed by...
Cagan Crossings – Keep Lake Beautiful (KLB) is inviting volunteers to help beautify Lake County by participating in a community cleanup and bulk trash collection event from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday, May 21 at the Cagan Crossings...
The VFW Auxiliary is hosting its monthly spaghetti dinner at the VFW, located at 855 West Desoto St., Clermont.
An $8.00 contribution includes a spaghetti and meatball dinner with garlic bread, salad and dessert. Drinks are not included but are...
You are beautifully and wonderfully made. You are a daughter of the Most High God and He loves you dearly. In times like these we need Him. Accept Him in your life', says WIN Director, Ivy Smith.
Ladies! Ladies! Ladies! ...
The Kiwanis Club of Clermont congratulates their Key Club graduates who were the recipients of this year’s Kiwanis of Clermont-Oakley Seaver Memorial Scholarships.
A total of $25,000.00 was awarded to ten students that were active members of our Key Club-sponsored...
Sunny the Therapy Dog made his debut with book giveaways, games and reading opportunities. Toby the Therapy Dog plans to retire soon.
Young readers have the opportunity to read at their own speed in the company of the therapy dogs....
Pictures and Article by Larry Oskin, South Lake Tablet
Located on the beautiful shores of Lake Minneola, the Clermont Historic Village has become a very special gem with plenty of exciting memories and a rich local history to share with...
submitted by Clermont Alumni (Kim Sams)
The Clermont High School (CHS) Scholarship Fund announces its first scholarship recipients have completed their degrees, and awards two new scholarships at the 2022 CHS All Class Reunion.
In the Spring of 2017, The CHS...
Eustis, FL: Outstanding Career and Technical Students at Lake Technical College were honored on May 9thas the newest inductees into the National Technical Honor Society, the honor society for Career & Technical Education (CTE). 58 students were inducted for...
Real Life Christian Academy selected students from kindergarten through the 5th grade were recently recognized 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...
CLERMONT (May 17, 2022) - Shovels of dirt were symbolically turned on a construction site off Hancock Road Monday morning in a groundbreaking event celebrating Clermont’s new Public Works Facility just in time for National Public Works Week.
“This new...
Orlando Health South Lake Hospital will hold a hiring event to expand the facility’s growing care team on Thursday, May 19, 2022.
The event will take place at The Venetian Center located at 1 Dozier Circle, Leesburg, Florida 34748 from 8 am...
submitted by Clermont-Minneola Lions Club Member Nick Jones
The Clermont-Minneola Lions Club hosted Zone 4 inter-club meeting at their regular second Thursday monthly Club dinner meeting held at IHOP in Clermont.
The Club awarded South Lake HS Senior, Emma Jeffries...
The Clermont Woman's Club recently held a "Make A Difference Day". Snack items were collected from CWC members and distributed to two police departments the sheriff's department, eight fire rescue stations and the Clermont Maintenance Department. Co-chairmen, Jackie Josten...
submitted by The Animal League
If playful and loving dogs are what you are looking for, look no more! These 2 are a bundle of fun! These are siblings and best friends so they must go to their furever home together. They...
submitted by GastroMD
World Baking Day is May 17th, 2022, a day to celebrate the fun of making a sweet treat. When we think of baked goods, we think of tasty items like cakes, cookies, dessert rolls, pies, muffins, and...
As temperatures soar, it’s imperative that we keep our pets cool and safe, so here are 7 hot weather safety tips to help you do just that.
Avoid burnt paws. If the pavement is too hot for your bare...
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Join us at 8 p.m. on Oct. 22, 2022 for The Sounds of Soul: Celebrating the Music of Motown and Beyond. The Sounds of Soul is a...
attended a recent Kiwanis Club of Clermont meeting to plan for next year's Kiwanis Builders Club at Gray Middle. The program is mentored by school faculty advisors and Kiwanis member advisors.
Kiwanis Builders Club empowers middle school youth as they...
by Marty Proctor
Habitat for Humanity Lake Sumter in coordination with the Construction Academy at South Lake High School (SLHS) is preparing to present the keys to a new home to Cynthia Hernandez and her family in Mascott.
The home was...
Submitted by the Clermont Historical Society
The Clermont Historical Society proudly announces the upcoming dedication of the newly constructed Chapel at the Historic Village. The beautiful Chapel was designed to resemble the early churches built by the pioneer settlers of...
Clermont – Orlando Health South Lake Hospital received the highest recognition for patient safety and quality for Spring 2022 from The Leapfrog Group, a national independent organization committed to healthcare quality and patient safety. The Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade...
Michael’s Foundation is a non-profit 501-c3, established in 2019 to support veterans and their families by restoring life of purpose, encouraging empowerment and promoting well-being through programs and services. It offers no-cost, impactful resources to U.S Veterans that truly...
submitted by the Kiwanis Club of South Lake
Eight members of The Kiwanis Club of South Lake toured Camp Boggy Creek and presented a $2,500 check to sponsor a child’s camp experience.
Camp Boggy Creek, located in Eustis FL, provides one-week...
by Marty Proctor
Groveland recently completed painting the water tanks at the City Utilities Sunshine facility on 19 north of 27. City councilman Mike Radzik resoundingly stated, “the tanks are now a beautiful gateway to the City of Groveland.” TJ...
The Clermont Police Department
At the Clermont City Council meeting on Tuesday, May 10, Clermont Police Chief Charles Broadway addressed the council regarding its hero:
"K-9 Pike has been with the Clermont Police Department since July of 2015. During his seven...
by Marty Proctor
Lake Catherine Blueberry Farm in Groveland is celebrating its centennial this year. The farm, owned by the Lowe family, is being redesigned featuring an agrarian urbanism concept. A new town center is being created and surrounded by...
Each and every day the Clermont Police Department works tirelessly to protect its citizens and once a year, recognizes those who exemplify the standards and values of the department. The CORE values are Courage, Honor, Integrity, Professionalism and Service Above Self.
The Clermont Police Department...
The Drop Saver Program was created in 1998 by the American Water Works Association as part of its larger initiative to help educate young people on the importance of conserving and protecting the most valuable natural resource on Earth...
The City of Groveland is hosting its Second Friday Farmers Market on May 13 at Lake David Park. The market provides local, farm-fresh produce and products.
Second Friday Farmer’s Market is a monthly staple in the community filled with local shopping,...
The Lake County Office of Parks and Trails will be resurfacing and widening a section of the South Lake Trail in Clermont from east of Camelot Loop (Mile Marker 2.0) to Greater Hills Boulevard (Mile Marker 3.0). The improvements...
Feature Story & Photos by Larry H. Oskin
At just 10 years old, Anna Maria Padoan has recently emerged as a successful locally published author and artist. Inspired by her parents as well as her grandparents Arthur and Judy Padoan...
Epsilon Sigma Alpha (ESA) celebrated, 'Another Day In Paradise', its 71st ESA Florida State Council Convention at The Renaissance Orlando. Sigma Phi, Clermont was the conference host.
On Friday evening, April 29, members were welcomed at a meet and greet...
CLERMONT - When Florida’s Governor Ron DeSantis selected his six picks to replenish the Florida Building Code Administrators and Inspectors Board earlier this week, Clermont’s Building Official Mark Grenier was on that list.
“Mark is very knowledgeable and has tons...
Article by Sharon Ward Keeble
A Groveland rehabilitation facility for horses recently welcomed home six United States-born thoroughbred racehorses from the Caribbean Island of St Thomas.
The horses were abandoned on the island after hurricanes Irma and Maria both tore apart the...
Written by Dr. Jeffrey Fitch, Orlando Health South Lake Hospital Emergency Department Medical Director
When the siren is wailing and someone is trying to get your vital signs, you do not want the ambulance to have to travel any farther than...
Calling all Foodies. On May 11 from 1 pm - 2 pm, An AdventHealth Cooking Demonstration will be held at 1919 Florida Highway 50, Clermont.
Chef Edwin will demonstrate how to cook this delicious Moroccan spiced brown rice recipe. This...
Orlando Health Air Care Team's Miles Morgan was recently recognized with the 2022 Liberty Shield Award from the Orange County Bar Association. The award recognizes a first responder who demonstrates exemplary services to the health or safety of the...
Montverde Academy is proud to announce that Cailyn Moore, author of A Dream Too Big: The Story of an Improbable Journey from Compton to Oxford, will deliver the Baccalaureate speech for the Class of 2022 Baccalaureate Ceremony.
The Commencement address...
Two out of five college students drop out of school for financial reasons. With this and other reasons in mind, Goodwill Industries of Central Florida (GICF) recently announced a prepaid tuition program that will cover the cost of college...
OAKLAND, FL —Oakland Town Manager Steve Koontz invites you to join him for coffee and conversation at 9 am on Thursday, May 12, at Prairie House Coffee Co., located at 4 S. Tubb St., Oakland.
Participants are welcome to purchase...
Family Tree Maker is a genealogy program that helps the family historian to stay organized. This program will track information gathered from other family members and on various Web sites. The items collected during research can be used to...
Read to Sydney and the Kiwanis of Clermont have teamed up in an effort to make reading not only fun, but convenient as well.
Take a book and return it when you’re finished. Or you can keep the book, it’s...
United Way of Lake and Sumter Counties (UWLS) recently hosted its 2nd annual Hometown Hero Hoedown and awarded 4 winners including two individuals in Sumter County and two individuals in Lake County. The winners were:
Mrs. Linda Mobley –...
Central Florida Dreamplex Glow Dance Party will be held Friday, May 13 from 5 pm to 8 pm at the Clermont City Center. This fun for all ages, make-up party was originally planned for April 2, but rains dampened...
submitted by the Animal League
Say Hello to Freckles! At only 7 months old and 35 pounds, this sweet little gal is all about being your very best friend. She is great with kids and loves to play with other...
The Kiwanis Club of Clermont, Read to Sydney and the Clermont Police Department will be partnering together to provide a free, Pop-Up Library book giveaway on May 14, from 9 am - noon.
The event will take place at the...
submitted by Kiwanis Club of Clermont
The students of New Hope Christian Academy were recently recognized after being selected by their teachers and other school staff.
May Terrific Kids are: Ezekiel, Faith, Lady, Liam, Terrell
Terrific Kids is a Kiwanis-sponsored program that...