Advent Health's groundbreaking ceremony marked the beginning of a healthcare facility in Minneola. Located near the Minneola interchange off the Florida Turnpike on Hancock Road, the four-story hospital promises to be a beacon of health to the growing population...
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...
Lake-Sumter State College is pleased to announce the appointment of Padraic McMeel as the Executive Director of Athletics.
“Padraic is an excellent addition to Lake-Sumter State College and our Lakehawk Athletics program,” said Dr. Heather Bigard, President. “He brings a...
The Kiwanis Club of Clermont is gearing up to host a special Nacho Fundraiser on Saturday, September 7th, inviting the community to join in an afternoon to help two local charities at the Green Valley Country Club. Located at...
Lake County Sheriff Peyton C. Grinnell was the guest speaker at the South Lake Chamber of Commerce Breakfast on Friday, May 17.
Sheriff Grinnell's main focus of conversation was his canine officers. He emphasized the vital role of the...
The 11th annual Clermont Caribbean Jerk Festival, a vibrant celebration of Caribbean culture, took place on Saturday, June 1, at Clermont’s Waterfront Park. Organized by the Caribbean American Association of Lake County (CAALC), this free, family-friendly event brought together...
Florida Dock & Boat Lifts marked its 48th anniversary with a celebratory ribbon-cutting ceremony hosted by the South Lake Chamber of Commerce. The event highlighted nearly five decades of the company's commitment to delivering exceptional customer service and quality...
News From the South Lake Chamber of Commerce
With mixed gratitude and excitement, the South Lake Chamber of Commerce announces the departure of Nate Edmund, our esteemed Marketing & Programs Director. Nate has decided to pursue new opportunities and will...
Lake-Sumter State College (LSSC) celebrated today with a groundbreaking ceremony for its new Workforce Development Center on the Leesburg Campus. The event marked the beginning of a project aimed at enhancing educational and economic opportunities in Lake and Sumter...
Lake Technical College is thrilled to announce the appointment of Melissa Terry as the new Healthcare Programs Coordinator. Melissa brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the role, poised to enhance the educational experience for students pursuing careers...
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...
submitted by Chuck Seaver
The Kiwanis Club of Clermont (KCC) has been planning a new “Swim Safety Program” for implementation this summer. The program will focus on awareness and education for the youth in South Lake County.
To help fund the...
The Neighborhood Center of South Lake is proud to announce its recent designation as a Nutritious Pantry by the Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida. This achievement underscores our commitment to ensuring access to healthy food choices for...
By Kevin Grogan, South Lake Tablet
The high school football season is very much on the horizon. The East Ridge Knights open in a little over a week at home at the Dungeon.
Senior Quarterback, Winston Bourgeois was kind enough to give...
by Chuck Seaver, SOUTH LAKE TABLET
Kehlor Park, 466 West Minneola Avenue, Clermont has a long, enduring history from its first beginnings in 1918 when the property was donated by Lamira Kehlor. Mrs. Kehlor was the widow of millionaire James...
Every business, industry, school and citizen can make a difference when itcomes to conserving water thus promoting a healthy economy and community.
Water is a basic and essential need of every living creature. The City of Clermont and the State...
An earring tree was given to the Clermont Cancer Center by Clermont Woman's Club member, Gloria Erickson to inspire patients through BRIGHTER LIPS and BIGGER EARRINGS.
The Clermont Woman's Club is a Federated Woman's Club chartered in 1927. They meet...
By Mr. Robert Burke, Upper School History Teacher
Over spring break, 23 MVA students, two parents, and four teachers traveled to Greece! The adventure began in Athens, featuring a hotel rooftop view of the Parthenon at night. We had dinner...
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...
OAKLAND - Highlighting the successful story of restoration, the Town of Oakland and the Healthy West Orange Arts & Heritage Center at the Town of Oakland are thrilled to announce an exciting series of events that tell the story...
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...
The South Lake High School Eagles extended their winning streak, defeating East Ridge High School 24-3 on the road, pushing their season record to 5-3 overall and 3-0 in the district. This victory came after a challenging week in...
Lake Minneola Dentistry recently opened at 210 N Hwy 27, Suite 5 Clermont. The South Lake Chamber of Commerce celebrated the opening with a ribbon cutting to welcome Dr. Tara and her staff to the business community.
For more information...
By Derrick Chubbs
“Rent eats first.” Those three words, shared matter-of-factly by a neighbor as she sought food assistance at a local distribution, have stayed in my mind since I first heard them. They describe a dilemma – and silent...
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Community Foundation of South Lake (CFSLC) launched a new Animal Welfare Fund at the City of Clermont’s Annual Pups in the Park.
The CFSLC has served the South Lake Community for over 25 years and is excited to announce the...
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...
The Cross Ridge Exchange, a new retail destination, is on the brink of transformation just south of Clermont Landing, between Wal-Mart Supercenter and BJ’s Wholesale. With 500 feet of prime frontage along Highway 27, additional entry points via Cross...
Lake Technical College is proud to announce the following Students of the Month:
Solmaire Cabarcas – Adult Education Program
Angel Rivera – Automotive Collision Technology Technician
Jax Mcilrath – Automotive Service Technology 1
Dalton Morrison - Cloud Computing...
East Ridge Middle School defeated Carver Middle School Wednesday evening 4-0 to win the Lake County Soccer Championship at Sleepy Hollow Sports Complex in Leesburg.
Both teams had outstanding seasons in their regions and came into the game unbeaten, with...
The Kiwanis Club of Clermont
The Kiwanis Club of Clermont has an evening meeting once a month to facilitate our members who cannot make noon meetings. These meetings were also implemented to allow educational staff and students to attend meetings...
The Clermont Garden Club's Yard of the Month for March 2024 is the home of Arlen and Bruce, who have resided at 14728 Green Valley Blvd, Clermont since October 2021. Located on the scenic Green Valley Country Club, their...
By Coach Tim Ferrell, East Ridge High School
The East Ridge Boys Cross Country Team did something they have not done in six years: Run a race on a Friday Night. The East Ridge Coaches have had their eyes on...
Nichole Smith, Montverde Academy
The Head of School Leadership Institute (HLI) is a dedicated group of students who have spent the past two weeks actively contributing to campus life and the broader community. The focus of HLI is to equip...
At the end of May, residents Cindy and Chris Davis discovered an emaciated and weak Red-Tailed Hawk near the Clermont Historic Village. The young hawk, clearly was in need of help. Without hesitation, Cindy and Chris decided to take...
by Chuck Seaver, South Lake Tablet
Advent Health Centra Care, the new building located at 2345 East SR 50, Clermont, celebrated its grand opening on June 12th. The South Lake Chamber of Commerce hosted the ribbon-cutting ceremony.
The urgent care facility...
Clermont – Erin Foley, a girl in Scouts, BSA Troop 4998 and a resident of Clermont, has earned the honor of Eagle Scout, the highest rank that the Boy Scouts offers. Only 3 to 4 percent of Boy Scout...
Nestled on a picturesque hill in Clermont, The Clermont Arts and Recreation Center, known as "The Arc" and celebrated as "The Gem On The Hill," is commemorating its 10th anniversary this year. Over the past decade, The Arc has...
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...
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...
Beta Theta-ESA, a service organization that was chartered 45 years ago, recently marked another milestone. On April 11, the organization gathered at the home of Toni Bell, to celebrate new officers' installation and honor exceptional contributions within its ranks.
The...
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This sweet boy was all alone, starving, and emaciated, and wandered into a Walmart looking for help from humans. He weighed just 29 pounds. A sweet soul took him in and worked tirelessly to find...
The early morning was punctuated by the low hum of the chartered bus engine as it idled in front of South Lake High School. At 4:30 am, Coach Lord and forty-nine South Lake High School Football team players, known...
Lake-Sumter State College (LSSC) recently marked a significant milestone in its journey of growth and transformation with the commencement of its South Lake Graduation Ceremony on Wednesday, May 1st, held at the Clermont Arts and Recreation Center. The event...
by Brandon Brandon Kari
Middle School Boys Basketball Coach & Sand Volleyball Coach, Tilden Campus
“Rejoice in hope, be patient in tribulation, be constant in prayer.” -Romans 12:12
The Foundation Academy Beach Volleyball team came up short Friday afternoon, March 8, against...
On the evening of April 7, Clermont Police Officers swiftly responded to a large altercation between two groups of juveniles in the area of 5th St. and Carroll St. Though most of the juveniles had dispersed upon the officers'...
Brayden Bates has been a rising star in gymnastics since he started competing at the age of 8. For close to a decade, he has honed his skills at Gymnastics USA in Winter Garden, a state-of-the-art facility that has...
Beta Theta-ESA outgoing president Terry Moherek traveled to Groveland to visit Building Blocks Ministries' new home at 644 Gadson St. Executive Director Paula Whetro gave her a tour of the new facility and while there, Paula accepted a check...
Grace Rabano
Publicity Lead for Clermont Garden Club
The Clermont Garden Club is off to an exciting running start this year! The first official meeting in September 2024 welcomed back old and new members, plus guests. Attendees participated in a get-your-hands-dirty...
The South Lake Chamber of Commerce, a dedicated non-profit supporting the local business community, hosted its monthly breakfast on Friday, August 16, at the Clermont City Center. The event was marked by the presence of Lake County's leading educational...