The Animal League
Buoy (Pet of the Week) : If there ever was a "perfect" dog, I am the ONE! My name is Buoy and I am a 7-year-old female Labrador Retriever looking for my forever family!
Do you like to...
The Neighborhood Center of South Lake is pleased to announce that Monica Wofford, CSP, has joined its Board of Directors. With over thirty years of experience as an executive coach, leadership consultant, and business owner, Monica brings a wealth...
Dr. Linda Cowels, founder of Anointed Community Services International (ACSI), recently served as a guest speaker at the Kiwanis Club of Clermont. ACSI, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, is dedicated to empowering economically and technologically disadvantaged members of the community,...
Article by Coach Grant Mollett, East Ridge High School
and photos by South Lake Photography
The East Ridge High School girls cross country team competed in the West Orange High School Invitational in Winter Garden on Saturday morning. This annual tradition...
by Michael Damon, Montverde Academy
Montverde Academy is proud to announce that girls swim team member Alejandra Ordonez has been named the Montverde Academy Student-Athlete of the Week for the week ending September 8th. This recognition comes in light of...
The highly anticipated Battle for Hope, presented by AdventHealth, brought together the Clermont Police Department and the Lake County Sheriff's Department for a spirited game benefiting Find, Feed, Restore. Dubbed "Justice vs. Crime Crushers," the showdown drew a full...
Chuck Seaver, South Lake Tablet
The City of Clermont hosted the 23rd Annual 9/11 Memorial Ceremony on Wednesday, September 11th at the Clermont Arts and Recreation facility on South US-27 with opening remarks from Fire Chief David Ezell.
The annual tradition...
Guru Indian Restaurant is now celebrating 10 wonderful years here in Clermont. Guru offers you a unique local experience in top-quality gourmet Indian dining. Guru Indian Restaurant was founded in 2014 by Master Chef Uday Kadam in Clermont after...
by Thrive Clermont
Up to fifty Lake County students will have the opportunity to attend the largest college fair in Central Florida on September 22nd with Thrive Clermont. The National Association of College Admissions Counselors (NACAC) is a national organization...
On September 10, 2024, Mayor Tim Murry of the City of Clermont officially declared the month of September as Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, reinforcing the community’s commitment to raising awareness about this devastating disease and the need for further...
The Pastfinders of South Lake
Did you miss Sessions 1 and 2? Not a problem, as each class operates independently, offering the family historian a variety of ideas on where to search, how to organize, and what tools to use...
Clermont's commercial landscape is expanding with the soon-to-open Cross Ridge Exchange, a new retail hub located east of Clermont Landing. Nestled between the Walmart Supermarket and BJ’s Warehouse, this retail destination boasts 500 feet of prime frontage along Hwy...
Clermont Woman's Club
It will soon be fall, time for ghosts, goblins, pumpkins and the Clermont Woman's Club Annual Fashion Show and Luncheon. The event will be held on Saturday, November 2, at Gabby's Banquet and Event Facility, 600 So...
By Chuck Seaver, South Lake Tablet
The Clermont Police Department brought its seasoned police officers and basketball veterans to a game of fun on Saturday, September 7th. The game, held at the Minneola City Hall complex, introduced a team of...
Clermont Garden Club
The Clermont Garden Club's Yard of the Month for September 2024 is the home of Yuklyn McLeod of 2337 Golden Aster Street, in the beautiful neighborhood of The Reserve of Lost Lake in Clermont. It is an...
Positive enrollment trends support access to higher education
Lake-Sumter State College (LSSC) kicked off the new academic year with a new enrollment record for Fall 2024 – 6,057 students in degree-seeking programs.
Across all programs, including youth, non-credit, and workforce credential...
ERHS Theatre Department
We are 2 months away from opening the 1st show of our season with Roald Dahl’s Matilda The Musical! We would love your support and know that this season will not be one to miss. We have...
South Lake High School Athletics
The third annual golf outing to benefit South Lake High School Athletics is just under a month away, and excitement is building for what promises to be another fantastic event.
The event will take place at...
Two major projects hit significant milestones on their way to transforming the local landscape. Both AdventHealth Minneola Campus and Crooked Can Brewery are on track to open by December 2025, promising to bring new energy and opportunities to the...
Article and Photos by Ted Luebbers, EAA Chapter 534
It was a hot, humid, sunny morning with a few puffy clouds in the sky when 20 Young Eagles took to the sky in general aviation aircraft.
It was Saturday, September 7,...
On Saturday, September 7, the Kiwanis Club of Clermont hosted a heartwarming fundraising event titled "Let's Taco Bout Two Great Causes", held at the Green Valley Country Club (14601 Green Valley Blvd., Clermont).
Chuck Seaver, president of the Kiwanis Club...
By Tim Ferrell, East Ridge High School
Photos by jeff Warren of South Lake Photography
The East Ridge Cross Country team on Saturday returned to a course they had not run in exactly five years, Chain of Lakes Park in Titusville....
The Clermont Police Department invites the community to join them for Coffee with a Cop on September 18, from 9 am to 11 am at WAWA, located at 1909 S. Hwy 27, Clermont.
This event is a unique opportunity for...
September 7, 2024 - Titusville
Article by Coach Grant Mollett, East Ridge High School
On Saturday morning the East Ridge High School girls cross country team traveled to the Space Coast to compete in the Astronaut Invitational at the Chain of...
Renovations are complete, the shelves are filled with products, and The Harvest Market is ready to welcome guests to its new location.
Located at 20180 US Highway 27, Unit 306, Clermont, The Harvest Market celebrated its grand opening recently...
Date: September 6, 2024
Location: The Villages
Coach Lord, South Lake High School Eagles
The South Lake Eagles football team faced a tough challenge on Friday night, falling to The Villages 36-24 after a promising start. The Eagles surged ahead in the...
Montverde Academy
We are proud to recognize the outstanding achievements of our students who have earned awards for their exceptional performance on Advanced Placement (AP) exams. These awards highlight their dedication, hard work, and academic excellence across various subjects. The...
Article and photos by Ted Luebbers
The Fall Experimental Aircraft Association chapter 534 Fly-In/ Drive -In Pancake Breakfast will be held at their hangar at the Leesburg International Airport in Leesburg on Saturday, September 28. The rain date will be...
by USA Triathlon
USA Triathlon and Streamline Events recently announced the 2024 Women’s Collegiate Triathlon National Championships will take place on Nov. 9 in Clermont, bringing together the nation’s top women’s varsity collegiate triathletes to race for national titles.
The event, organized by...
The Animal League
Following the success of last year's event, The Animal League is thrilled to announce the 9th Annual Puttin’ Fore Paws Golf Tournament, dedicated to raising funds and awareness for animal welfare. The tournament will take place on...
Mark your calendars for an unforgettable evening of music on Monday, September 16, 2024, as the Music Remembrance Jazz Quintet takes the stage at First Baptist Church Leesburg, located at 220 N 13th St., Leesburg, FL 34748. The concert,...
As the warm hues of fall descend upon South Lake County, the South Lake Chamber of Commerce and the City of Clermont invite you to the annual Sips and Salsa Festival, a celebration that promises to be a true...
For most of recorded time, women didn't leave much of a paper trail, but they still had remarkable stories to tell. Although it may appear that they haven't left any documents behind, deeper research into underutilized records will often...
Montverde Academy is proud to announce that Divan Eksteen, a standout member of the boys golf team, has been named Student-Athlete of the Week for the week ending September 1, 2024.
Eksteen’s exceptional performance on the golf course has earned...
From the Pastfinders of South Lake
Missing the first session is not a problem; each class is designed to stand alone and will guide you through the science of family history research. In this class, you'll become familiar with various...
by Timothy Farrell, East Ridge High SchoolOn Saturday Morning, the East Ridge Boys Cross Country team competed at a familiar course, Whispering Pines Park in Inverness, Florida. The Knights have competed at Whispering Pines for seven straight years and...
Los Reyes Mexican Grill, a local Mexican favorite, has officially relocated from its previous spot at 658 West Ave. in downtown Clermont to a new, location at 550 West Ave. in the Johnson Marketplace, right next to the Historic...
As part of an ongoing commitment to promoting education and literacy across its footprint, The Bojangles Foundation has opened applications to its annual grant program, benefitting 50 organizations and nonprofits dedicated to the shared cause with $1,000 scholarships.
Beginning Sept....
by Coach Grant Mollett, South Lake Tablet Inverness, Florida (August 31)This morning, the East Ridge High School girls cross country team competed in their second regular season meet – the Whispering Pines Invitational at Whispering Pines Park in Inverness, Florida. It...
Orlando Health- National Training Center (NTC) recently served as the host venue for the swimming event of the Department of Defense (DoD)’s annual adaptive-sports competition, the Warrior Games, The Warrior Games are designed to enhance recovery by engaging wounded, ill...
Local business owners and FSU alumni, Beth and Todd Merrick, recently took a well-deserved break from their bustling lives at Sunshine Book Co., 647 Lake Ave, Clermont, to embark on a journey that combined their love for football and...
At its Friday, Aug. 30 meeting, the District Board of Trustees of Lake-Sumter State College unanimously voted to appoint Dr. Laura Byrd as its Interim President.
Dr. Laura Byrd, currently the College’s Senior Vice President of Institutional Advancement, has been...
When a hurricane hits, the high winds can turn untrimmed tree limbs into dangerous projectiles. These flying branches can damage roofs, break windows, and even cause harm to people. By trimming tree limbs before a storm, you can minimize...
by Coach Bradley Lord, SOUTH LAKE HIGH SCHOOL
Tavares Stadium: The Tavares Bulldogs jumped out to an early 6-0 lead in the first quarter failing on a two-point conversion. The Eagles would respond driving the ball down to the Bulldog...
Hello Clermont Champions!
School is back in session, football season has kicked off, and we are marching right into fall.
Three public FY 2024-25 Budget workshops were held, and two public hearings are scheduled. These final hearings will be held at...
Montverde Academy’s athletics department has added another achievement to its history. Recently, the Florida High School Athletic Association (FHSAA) Executive Director, Craig Damon, visited the Montverde Academy (MVA) campus to present the school with the prestigious Floyd E. Lay...
The Healthy West Orange Arts & Heritage Center at the Town of Oakland invites the community to an extraordinary presentation: "The Art of Bird Photography," featuring internationally acclaimed photographer Wei-Shen Chin on September 12, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. This...
The Women’s Giving Alliance (WGA) of the Community Foundation of South Lake County is excited to announce its 10-Year Anniversary Celebration, "Little Black Dress Soiree," on September 19th. This milestone event marks a decade of transformative philanthropy dedicated to...
Baby & Me Storytime
Every Monday | 11 - 11:30 A.M.
Join us in our Story Room for a weekly, baby-friendly storytime. Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills,...
Cherrylake, a family-owned business and a cornerstone of the local economy, proudly unveiled a stunning new mural as part of the Downtown Artwalk. Created by artist Justin Alsedek, the mural, titled “Plan(t) for the Future,” was commissioned by Cherrylake...