The Town of Oakland, in partnership with the Oakland Nature Preserve, is thrilled to announce that it has been honored with the prestigious Environmental Stewardship Award from the Florida League of Cities. This esteemed award is presented to one...
By Chuck Seaver, South Lake Tablet
The Clermont Police Department (CPD) hosted a recruiting and application orientation on Friday, May 24that the Clermont Police Station, 3600 South US-27. The police department actively seeks potential candidates who are certified by the...
The Little Gem, a 1965 Airstream trailer, has found new life and purpose thanks to the vision of Jayson Stringfellow, the developer behind the Clermont Artwalk project.
The story of The Little Gem began when Stringfellow discovered the vintage trailer...
Article and Photos By Ted Luebbers
The Experimental Aviation Association Chapter 534 held a successful Flying Start Program at the Leesburg International Airport in Leesburg FL on May 18, 2024.
The Flying Start Program is designed to acquaint people with 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...
On Saturday, June 1, the New Beginnings of Central Florida held a volunteer appreciation breakfast at Living Hope Church, bringing together a remarkable group of individuals who tirelessly contribute to the mission of New Beginnings. The event celebrated these...
submitted by A Forever Home Animal Rescue
Beau is an 8-year-old Jack Russell weighing 22 lbs. He is a handsome, lovable boy who loves attention. He does bark when the other dogs pass his room so he probably would be...
Groveland, FL — Michell's Tropical Treats recently celebrated its grand opening, bringing a refreshing taste of the Caribbean to Downtown Groveland. Located at 101 E. Broad St., this new ice cream shop offers an array of Caribbean-inspired homemade ice...
Submitted by Mary Helen Myers
Sunday, May 19, nine graduates were honored during the morning worship service at the Tuscanooga Baptist Church. Each graduate was presented with a Bible by Pastor Casey Ferguson. This was followed by sharing the future...
Since its inception in 2011, Read to Sydney has made a significant impact on the community. Thanks to the generous support of donors, such as Beta Theta-ESA, the organization’s outreach continues to grow each year.
When a child learns...
At a recent council meeting, Darren Johnson, representing Victory Coast Land Co. LLC, presented a proposal to the Clermont City Council requesting approval for indoor recreational use at property located at 524 West Ave. The building was used as...
by Crooked Can Brewery - Minneola
ARE YOU READY FOR THIS?!?! Here’s the VERY FIRST SNEAK PEEK of the GORGEOUS planned interior of Crooked Can Minneola!!!!
It’s got so much McSwagger we can hardly believe it and we cannot wait to...
Residents from Clermont and beyond created quite a stir, attending recent City Council Meetings and workshops to plead their cause: they can't get enough pickleball.
Over the years, a series of favorite games have swept across the United States, captivating...
submitted by the Pastfinders of South Lake
Calling all family historians, or those who wish to become one. Do you require assistance with your research? Do you have any questions about how to perform genealogy methodology better? Do you need...
The Beta Theta (ESA) Zeus Award is a significant honor that members of Beta Theta bestow on an individual who has made exceptional contributions to its group.
Joe Holt recently received the 2024 Zeus Award in acknowledgment of his outstanding...
Lake-Sumter State College is providing public notification of proposed changes in student courses and laboratory fees for the 2024 – 2025 academic year.
In accordance with Florida Statutes 1009.23, Lake-Sumter State College is notifying the community of proposed changes in...
Pinecrest Lakes Preparatory Academy marked a significant milestone with its inaugural commencement ceremony held at the Clermont Arts and Recreation Center. The Class of 2024, the first to graduate from the school, boasted an impressive 98% pass rate, with...
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...
By Chuck Seaver, South Lake Tablet
The United States Naval Sea Cadets Corps (USNSCC) Clermont Battalion held its annual graduation and awards ceremony at the Performing Arts Center, Clermont on May 19th.
The USNSCC is a congressionally chartered, United States Navy-sponsored...
Double Play Cages, a destination for baseball and softball enthusiasts, recently celebrated the grand opening of its new, cutting-edge 13,000-square-foot indoor facility. Designed to cater to both serious athletes and those seeking recreational fun, Double Play Cages aims to...
The South Lake Chamber of Commerce recently hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the opening of 30 Minute Hit, a fitness center dedicated to empowering women.
30 Minute Hit is a specialized fitness center that combines martial arts, core strengthening,...
The Kiwanis Club of Clermont congratulated its Key Club graduates who were the recipients of this year’s Kiwanis Club of Clermont- Oakley Seaver Memorial Scholarships.
Candidates for the scholarships are selected by a series of qualifiers, including the student’s willingness...
Ms. Claudia Salazar, Ms. Legna Lindor, and Mr. Thomas Narducci
Hola! We are thrilled to share with you the vibrant experience our 8th-grade Spanish class had on their recent field trip to the Hispanic Flamenco Ballet performance held in Maitland,...
Read to Sydney and the Kiwanis Club of Clermont continue its partnership of Lending Library book boxes for the South Lake Community.
The most recent addition of a book box was at the club’s sponsored Aktion Club located at The...
On May 17, the South Lake Chamber of Commerce Breakfast was hosted by the main sponsor, independent farmer Banks Helfrich. Known for his advocacy for autism, Helfrich shared insights on how his farm has become a place for autistic...
Alan Hays, Lake County Supervisor of Elections, is warning citizens of Lake County about a potential scam involving text messages related to voter registration.
The text message prompts individuals to log in and click a link to update or change...
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 Ray Goodgame Scholarship honors exceptional students in the South Lake area who serve as champions for the community. Today, Kaitlyn Figueroa was awarded the Ray Goodgame $1,000 scholarship at the South Lake Chamber of Commerce Breakfast on Friday,...
Lake-Sumter State College
Lake-Sumter State College just completed its largest Commencement Ceremonies in the College’s 62-year history!
More than half of the 630-plus graduating students chose to walk across the stage at one of the two ceremonies held as part of...
Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida recently received $200,000 in federal appropriations funding to enhance a vital component of its infrastructure.
On Monday, May 13, Congressman Maxwell Frost (D-FL 10th) presented Second Harvest president and CEO Derrick Chubbs with...
Covered by Chuck Seaver, South Lake Tablet
The Clermont Police Department held its bi-monthly Coffee with a Cop community relations event on Wednesday, May 15th at 7 Brew Coffee, 3460 South US-27, Clermont.
Coffee with a Cop is a program...
Lake & Sumter Counties, FL – Applications are now open for Habitat for Humanity of Lake-Sumter’s homeownership program for eleven new homes being built throughout Lake and Sumter Counties.
The location of the homes will be scattered throughout Lake and...
Montverde Academy proudly announces the Valedictorian and Salutatorian of the Class of 2024. Madeline Xie is this year’s Valedictorian, and Anabella Munoz is this year’s Salutatorian.
In her studies at Montverde Academy, Madeline Xie’s academic interests have centered around international...
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...
Kiwanis Club of Clermont had the pleasure of welcoming Clermont City Manager Brian Bulthuis as the guest speaker at its weekly meeting held at the Green Valley Country Club, 14601 Green Valley Blvd, Clermont. Attendees were treated to an engaging...
by Chuck Seaver, South Lake Tablet
The City of Groveland recently hosted a beautification day at the Oak Tree Union Colored Cemetery of Taylorville. The cemetery, which has now been acquired by the City of Groveland, is located just north...
Mini Health Clinic: Lifestyle & Weight Loss recently celebrated its grand opening. Members of the South Lake Chamber of Commerce (SLCC) attended to officiate at a ribbon cutting welcoming the business to the South Lake Community.
Mini Health Clinic specializes...
By Ted Luebbers
Luke Nunez, now a licensed Private Pilot, flew his first Young Eagle recently at the Leesburg International Airport in Leesburg, Florida.
This occurred during a regular Young Eagles Rally held by the Experimental Aircraft Association Chapter 534 at...
Coach Brad Lord, South Lake High School
The Eagles look to get some much-needed work this spring to help them contend for the 6A Region 2 District 6 title. South Lake has many returning starters on both sides of the...
By Lyder Reksten, Interlachen Editor in Chief, Class of 2026
The Interlachen staff is honored to present Dr. Arghyris Arghyrou with the 111th Yearbook Dedication.
Affectionately dubbed Dr. A, he illuminates students’ educational paths and works to ignite a passion for...
St. Matthias Episcopal Church welcomes you to join us this summer for our FREE 2024 Vacation Bible School program!
This year’s theme is “Scuba: Diving into Friendship with God,” so be prepared for some nautical fun! Here, we’ll take...
Beta Theta-ESA is a non-profit service organization supporting the community through various initiatives and contributions since it was chartered in 1979. Terry Moherek, a member of Beta Theta, recently presented a donation to The Neighborhood Center of South Lake...
submitted by Jen, ERMS Robotic Proud Fan
East Ridge Middle School Proud The Ironsides, an 8th-grade VRC Robotics team from East Ridge Middle School, showcased their talents on a global stage at the VEX Robotics World Championship held in Dallas,...
The East Ridge Spartabots, team 55821Z, attended the recent VEX Robotics World Championship held in Dallas, TX. Amidst stiff competition from teams spanning the globe, the Spartabots showcased their abilities, securing a commendable 29th place out of 84 teams...
The Habitat For Humanity of Lake-Sumter is currently accepting home applications in Coleman, Bushnell, Oxford and Tavares!
Learn more about program eligibility on its website and fill out a screener application to get started. Make sure to select the location...
By Grace Rabano & The Clermont Garden Club
Every month, from September through May, Clermont Garden Club members loan plants to Cooper Memorial Library and Clermont City Hall to promote horticulture awareness and connect our community to Clermont Garden Club’s...
During its Sixty-Ninth Commencement Ceremonies, Lake-Sumter State College (LSSC) awarded State Senator Dennis A. Baxley an honorary Bachelor of Leadership degree in recognition of his exemplary service to the citizens of Florida.
During the ceremony, President Heather Bigard and Trustees...
By Sanvhi Gandhi, Class of 2028
On April 15, Montverde Academy Middle School student Sanvhi Gandhi hosted “The Future of Engineers” event for Upper and Middle School students in the Innovation Center where students were given the chance to...
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...
The Florida Department of Health in Lake County (DOH-Lake) recognizes National Stroke Awareness Month, an observance that highlights the importance of knowing the risk factors and symptoms of stroke.
Nationally, stroke is a leading cause of death. Recognizing a stroke...