Lake-Sumter State College’s planned Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Elementary Education cleared a key hurdle in the path to the program’s launch in August 2024.  At the State Board of Education (SBOE) meeting in Tallahassee yesterday, President Bigard presented...
By MVA Sports Berkemeier will oversee the operations of all Montverde Academy baseball teams, including its varsity, junior varsity and middle school programs. “I am thrilled to welcome Greg as our new Director of Baseball,” said Montverde Academy Director of Athletic...
By Max Zhang, President of the Upper School Chinese Club, Class of ‘25 On Friday, February 9, the night before the Lunar New Year, the Upper School Chinese Club organized a festive photo session where students were encouraged to pose...
by Chuck Seaver, South Lake Tablet We, at the South Lake Tablet (SLT), have found that our community is the home of people with blended backgrounds, possessing an assortment of talents, interests, and experiences. Many of these unique people go...
Submitted by Pam Schmitz, Clermont Woman's Club Publicity   Congressman Daniel Webster stopped by to say hello to the members of the Clermont Woman's Club during our April meeting.    The Clermont Woman's Club meets the first Tuesday of each month (September through...
Communities across the country are coming together to support the Special Olympics through the Law Enforcement Torch Run. This year, on April 23, the torch will blaze its trail, as it makes its way to the Special Olympics Headquarters...
White Clover Studio, a luxury hair salon that offers a boutique style environment, opened its doors on January 17, greeting residents, patrons and business associates to its grand opening. Members of the South Lake Chamber of Commerce were there...
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...
Last week, Montverde Academy Upper School welcomed faculty, students, and parents to the 2024 National Honor Society induction ceremony to formally recognize students who successfully completed their candidacy and were selected by faculty to become new members of the...
Join the community of Mascotte as it gears up to celebrate Cinco de Mayo! On Saturday, May 4th, from 12 pm to 6 pm, the city invites residents and visitors to come together for a day filled with food,...
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...
During the Montverde Academy Upper School Assembly, Eric Oberman, president of the Atlanta Tipoff Club, recognized boys basketball head coach Kevin Boyle, boys basketball team member Cooper Flagg, and girls basketball player Jaloni Cambridge for their respective achievements during...
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...
submitted by The Animal League   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...
On Thursday, January 4,  Amore Italian Ristorante celebrated its 1st anniversary. The festivities began with a ribbon-cutting ceremony officiated by the South Lake Chamber of Commerce. As a token of appreciation to the community, owners Julian and Alda Serjani served...
By Alexa Foxx, ’25 On Saturday, February 3, Montverde Academy hosted the 20th Annual Roger Ross Montverde Academic Tournament. Twelve teams from seven different high schools competed against each other in head-to-head competition throughout five preliminary rounds. By correctly answering a...
South Lake County is gearing up for an event that promises to be a game-changer for aspiring football stars. On April 27th, 2024, Gray Middle School in Groveland, will host the South Lake County Football Event offering youths and...
    Dutch Bros, located at 3064 US Hwy 27, Clermont, plans to have its grand opening on March 29, The Drive-thru coffee shop will serve customized coffee, Rebel energy drinks, cold brew, tea and more.     Coming soon The Bell is coming...
The Montverde community gathered for the grand opening of Fireflies Resale Marketplace, a thrift and consignment store located at 16903 Lakeside Drive, Montverde. The Ambassadors of the South Lake Chamber of Commerce hosted a ceremonial ribbon cutting to celebrate the...
South Lake County residents gathered recently at the Clermont Community Center to experience the challenges faced by those living in poverty. The simulation exercise shed light on the pressing need for affordable housing and hunger relief in the community.   The...
Imagine stepping into a classroom filled with eager faces, knowing that you hold the key to unlocking their potential. With the Lake-Sumter State College Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education, you can turn this dream into reality. Designed with your...
By Dr. Caryn Long, Director of Educational Technology and Innovation April 8 was a busy day for Montverde Academy, which centered around all things STEM and Innovation! Full Sail University brought their Tech Fest to Lindor Hall for students in grades 8-12 to explore...
Written by Chuck Seaver, South Lake Tablet Many have heard of Wreaths Across America (WAA), a not-for-profit organization whose year-long mission is to Remember the fallen, Honor those who Serve, and Teach our children the value of freedom. But many...
Clermont Garden Club's 6th Spring Garden Festival is scheduled for Saturday, May 4.  This is a home and garden, plant nursery, yard art and nature-related event.  The event continues to grow each year and is becoming a crowd favorite!...
Senior Jarett Johnson a student at Real Life Christian Academy set a school record with 13 three-pointers and scoring 45 points in a single game.   His skills on the court played a significant role in the Raptors' victory over Apopka...
submitted by Kevin Yurasek, Lake Sumter State College Lakehawk track athletes have come off the blocks strong in their inaugural season. After starting the season with indoor competitions from January to March, the team has transitioned to outdoor competition through May....
By The Animal League   Hi Friends!  I am as sweet as my name. I am a 2-year-old German Shepherd Blend and weigh about 79 pounds.  I LOVE being with people and just love everyone!  I am super smart and I...
  Two residents of Clermont, Tod Howard and Otis Taylor, Jr., have officially qualified for the remaining term of Seat 2. This seat was vacated due to the passing of the dearly missed Jim Purvis.   Both candidates bring with them a...
Winnie, a 12yr male Corgie-chihuahua- Dachshund mix, weighs approximately 16lbs.  The family brought him to a vet to be put to sleep because the owner said he couldn't have pets due to health issues. The vet called A Forever Home...
By Robert Burke, EagleMUN Sponsor From February 14-18, 20 experienced student-delegates attended the 61st iteration of the North American Invitation Model United Nations conference (NAIMUN), hosted by Georgetown University in Washington, DC.  NAIMUN is the largest student-led conference in the...
Brandon Kari, Middle School Boys Basketball Coach & Sand Volleyball Coach Foundation Academy’s beach volleyball team had a tri-match on Tuesday afternoon against Windermere Prep and Lake Nona.  The girls fought hard and had some moments of brilliance but in the...
Lake County Supervisor of Elections, Alan Hays, announces Early Voting (EV) for the March 19th Presidential Preference Primary (PPP) Election. Early Voting for the PPP will be held Thursday, 3/7 – Saturday, 3/16 at twelve convenient locations to serve...
submitted by the Animal League   My name is Ollie!  I am a 10-year-old Pointer/Terrier Blend and weigh about 37 pounds.  I may be a senior, but I am the cutest pup around!  My friends here think my ears are just...
 March 2024  Happy Spring Clermont Champions!  The process to update Clermont’s Comprehensive Plan continues and an outstanding number of folks have completed the community survey. Thank you for taking the time and providing your input on Clermont’s future growth and development....
  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 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...
Friends of Cooper Memorial Library is a non-profit organization dedicated to serving the library. The organization supports the library by raising money to help make unfunded and  underfunded programs possible. Half a century has passed since the inception of the...
Beginner / Intermediate Genealogy Classes in person at Cooper Memorial Library. Please remember to show up early to get a seat in room 221 located behind the elevator on the second floor. All sessions run from 1 pm to...
Attorney Patrick Smith gave an information presentation on estate planning, trust administration and other related fields at the recent Kiwanis Club of Clermont lunch meeting.   The club meets on Tuesdays at Green Valley Country Club, at 11:30 am, except for...
To foster economic growth and expand industrial infrastructure, Lake County Commissioners recently voted the sale of 26.46 acres of county-owned land within the Christopher C. Ford Commerce Park in Groveland. The transaction, valued at $5 million, marks a significant...
Members of Beta Theta ESA, a local philanthropic service organization, recently demonstrated their commitment to supporting the fight against cancer by presenting a check to the Greater Clermont Cancer Foundation (GCCF) at the Bras For A Cause and Boxers...
by Chuck Seaver, South Lake Tablet The Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 5277 and the Women’s Auxiliary Unit held its annual student scholarship and teacher appreciation luncheon on Saturday, January 13th at the William Alred Suggs Memorial Post, 855...
By Nichole Smith, Communications Coordinator College Board has recognized Montverde Academy Upper School's high female representation in AP Computer Science. This award underscores MVA’s commitment to ensuring equal access to resources, tools, and programs, particularly in STEM. This field has...
After years of neglect, the property on the SW corner of Grand Hwy and Pitt Street is being transformed.  Lockhart Management Group, LLC will serve as the developer and general contractor of the residential property. This development will boast approximately...
Mission BBQ is an American barbecue restaurant coming to Clermont this summer at 1225 East Highway 50. Leadership positions are available and candidates can apply at https://mission-bbq.com/locations-and-menu/clermont-fl/ *** Salt Shack, on the shores of Lake Minneola and next to Clermont Victory...
Congratulations Clermont Woman's Club! They recently attended the GFWC/FL District 7 Arts and Crafts Meeting held in Orlando and all of their entrants came home with a ribbon.  The CWC entrants were awarded 5-1st Place Ribbons, 2-2nd Place Ribbons...
By MVA Sports Jaloni Cambridge and Vivian Iwuchukwu scored a team co-high 17 points to lead the  Montverde Academy girls basketball team to victory over IMG Academy 61-53 to win the 2024 Chipotle High School Nationals National Championship on Saturday morning in Brownsburg,...
Clermont Performing Arts Center is compiling a lineup of live shows for the 2023-2024 Season. Tickets are currently on sale for: July 15, 8 p.m. - Ron Feingold Comedy Series: Ritch Shydner Sept. 1, 7:30 p.m. - Absolute Queen Sept. 15, 2 p.m....
Jennifer Hightower, Program Coordinator at New Beginnings of Clermont, recently presented Debbie Milwee, Treasurer of the Clermont Woman's Club with a plaque acknowledging the support and contributions made to New Beginnings from CWC. New Beginnings is one of several...
Article and Pictures by Chuck Seaver, South Lake Tablet The City of Clermont hosted the 4th Annual Pups in the Park at Lake Hiawatha Preserve on Saturday, March 16th. This wonderful tradition grows each year and from the appearance of...
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