Kadam, owner of Guru Indian Restaurant—located just across the courtyard from The Venue—has built a strong reputation in Central Florida for excellence in cuisine and hospitality. Since opening in 2014, Guru Indian Restaurant has earned numerous accolades, including recognition among the “Top 10% of Restaurants Worldwide,” based on international reviews, reader polls, and community votes. The restaurant has also received Tripadvisor’s Certificate of Excellence multiple times.

Uday’s journey to success is as inspiring as his culinary achievements. Born in the small village of MethiMelkunda, India, he has worked tirelessly to build his American dream. His recently published autobiography, “Lone Lion: An Independent Entrepreneur’s Tale of Adventure and Adversity,” shares his remarkable story and has already become a bestseller.

Guru Indian Restaurant remains a proud, family-owned establishment, known for its authentic recipes and warm, welcoming atmosphere. Unlike chain restaurants, Guru offers a truly personal dining experience that has made it a favorite gathering spot for locals.

With The Venue, Kadam is taking hospitality to the next level—transforming a dining destination into a premier space for catered events, celebrations, and special occasions.

More details about the grand opening will be announced soon, but anticipation is already building for what promises to be one of Clermont’s most exciting new event destinations.

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The Clermont Police Department has been an accredited law enforcement agency through the State of Florida Commission for Law Enforcement Accreditation (CFA) since 2004. With that accreditation, the department takes great strides in ensuring that its officers receive the latest training in technology, de-escalation techniques, tactics, use of force, and strategies, just to name a few.

The department maintains a full-time training unit composed of in-house trainers who are, at a minimum, certified in firearms training, defensive tactics, law enforcement vehicle operations, search techniques, and legal updates. The training division is also responsible for the assignment and monitoring of new officers and their trainers in the field training portion of new-hire training.

With that training, the department also takes extra steps in providing the necessary technology required to not only keep officers safer but also provide additional options for those officers to de-escalate violent people in hostile situations with an effort to minimize injuries to both the officer and the suspect. One such option is the recently introduced Axon Taser 10 energy weapon. The taser has a 10-cartridge capability and also allows for a longer range, up to 45 feet, of capability when deployed. The increase from the previous 25-foot capacity provides more time and space for decision-making by the officer and a reduction in risk for everyone involved.

Along with the 10-cartridge capability, compared to the previous 4-cartridge ability, the new taser also has a differing sound tone when a good connection is made, alerting the officer that he or she is on target. Individually targeted probes dramatically improve accuracy and effectiveness, expanding the situations in which the taser can be utilized.

Representatives from Axon proclaim that the “Axon Taser 10 ushers in the potential for a less-lethal future, and we are confident it will be a key factor in helping to cut gun-related deaths between police and the public by 50% in the next 10 years.” Research has shown that ineffective taser deployments can result in an escalation to lethal force and that over 80% of officer-involved shootings occur within a 40-foot range.

In addition to the new tasers, the Clermont Police Department has included the Axon Virtual Reality  training package and Axon Network technology. The innovative training allows the entire department to be trained in-house, therefore eliminating travel costs, overtime and staff shortages that are often accrued when officers are required to travel to outside training sites.

Clermont Police Sergeant Ethan Bell and Lt. Daniel Moser provided a demonstration of the virtual training. Officers are equipped with virtual reality headsets that provide random scenarios for use of force and de-escalation situations. The scenarios can be monitored by nearby training staff through a standard tablet or computer screen. “The training allows officers to gain confidence and accuracy, while enhancing the officer’s proficiency. The training also helps officers to improve use-of-force decision-making while also practicing de-escalation techniques,” says Sgt. Bell.

The Axon Network function connects the Taser 10 to body-worn cameras and in-car cameras, as well as a real-time operations platform. The additional capabilities ensure that agencies never miss a critical moment on their cameras and increase visibility that supports greater transparency and accountability. The program also includes a real-time records productivity software suite that helps officers save time on compiling reports.

Another critical component of the software is the “smart holster” technology. The Taser 10 has an onboard sensor that pairs with certified holsters, allowing the Taser 10 to detect when it has been removed from a holster. Taser 10 logs the holster event and emits a wireless signal to alert local body cameras in the vicinity to begin recording. The department also requires that each officer relinquish body camera and taser memory cartridges to a secure portal in the police station that locks when the cartridge is inserted. The data is retained for a variety of reasons, including court purposes and citizen complaint investigations.

The Clermont Police Department provides extensive training opportunities for its officers, including a fully equipped, in-house workout gym that allows officers to stay fit and capable of handling the strenuous job requirements that they face on a daily basis.

Visit www.ClermontFl.gov/262/police-department for a full listing of career opportunities, accreditation information, and community activities.

(Some of the photos courtesy of Axon Inc.)

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The day’s activities will include a community lake cleanup, engaging environmental education opportunities, a lively kids’ zone, music from a live DJ, and much more. The event offers a wonderful way to enjoy the outdoors while learning how to protect and preserve the natural environment.

Eco-Friendly Vendors Welcome
Eco-conscious organizations are invited to participate at no cost. This is a great opportunity to share environmentally friendly information and resources with the community. While product sales are not permitted, eco-friendly giveaways are encouraged. Interested organizations can register through the online vendor application.

Join the Lake Cleanup – Free to Participate!
Individuals, families, and community groups are invited to roll up their sleeves and help clean up local lakes and parks. Participants can compete for fun awards, including:
• Most weight collected
• Oddest item found
• Largest volunteer group

Pre-registration is encouraged. Those who register by April 10, 2026, will receive a free event T-shirt. Participants can register online and complete the required liability waiver in advance, or sign up on the day of the event.

This Earth Day celebration is a great opportunity for neighbors to come together, give back to the environment, and enjoy a day of fun in the community.

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