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City of Groveland Swears in New Mayor and Council Members

The Groveland City Council added two new members at the November 18 City Council Meeting as newly-elected Mayor Keith Keogh and Council Member Amy...

Join the Celebration: The 2nd Annual Light Parade in Mascotte (Dec 7)

The City of Mascotte is excited to announce its 2nd Annual Light Parade, a dazzling display of festive cheer and community spirit. The event...

Local Food Providers Come Together To Feed Neighbors In Need (Nov 23)

South Lake Food Providers are bringing the spirit of giving to the community with their Annual Share Day, scheduled for Saturday, November 23, at...

Clermont City Council Approves Controversial Assisted Living and Memory Care Project Amid Community Concerns

In a close 3-2 vote on Tuesday, November 12, the Clermont City Council approved a proposal for an Independent Living (IL), Assisted Living (AL),...

The Neighborhood Center of South Lake Welcomes a New Board Member 

Patricia Kry, Chief Executive Officer  The Neighborhood Center of South Lake is pleased to announce that Lori Cannon, has joined its Board of Directors.  Lori joined...

Taste of South Lake Brings Culinary Delights and Community Spirit to Clermont’s Waterfront Park

It was an evening of culinary delights and community celebration at the annual Taste of South Lake and Business Expo, hosted by AdventHealth and...

Local Voting Results In South Lake County

Voting - Projected Winners In Lake County: Donald Trump (President) Rick Scott (Senator) Michael Waltz (Representative, District 6) Daniel Webster (Representative, District 11) Keith Truenow (State Senator, District 13) Taylor...

Clermont Fire Department and Emergency Management Make Significant Progress In Local Flood Control Efforts...

The Clermont Fire Department, led by Fire Chief David Ezell and supported by Emergency Management personnel, has been working tirelessly to manage rising water...

Mayor Tim Murry Updates Clermont Residents On The State Of The City

 October/November 2024  Hello Clermont Champions!  All over our community and beyond, the damage done by Hurricane Milton remains apparent. When I see what is left of...

Culinary Spotlight Shines On New Restaurants In Clermont

Clermont’s culinary scene is heating up with the arrival of a variety of new dining experiences. Persis Indian Grill, an Indian Restaurant franchise, has opened...

Orlando Health South Lake Hospital’s Interventional Cardiac Care Unit Recognized with Silver-Level Beacon Award

The American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN) recently awarded a silver-level Beacon Award for Excellence to the interventional cardiac care unit at Orlando Health...

Local Residents Recognized for Commitment to Hunger Relief

by Kate Quinones Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida recently recognized dozens of volunteers for their contributions to the organization and its mission to...

Veterans’ Appreciation Event Provides Free Passport Photos In November

The Lake County Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller is once again honoring U.S. military veterans and active-duty personnel during November by offering...

Clermont’s Millage Rate Set At 4.88%

As of October 1, 2024, the City of Clermont has set its millage rate at 4.88%. This marks a decrease from the previous rate...

Hurricane Damage In South Lake County

In the early hours of October 10th, south Lake County was hit by the intense winds and rain of Hurricane Milton. For many residents...

National Night Out Hosted By The Clermont Police Department

by Chuck Seaver, South Lake Tablet The Clermont Police Department hosted the annual National Night Out (NNO) at Waterfront Park, 300 Third Street, Clermont on...

South Lake Chamber of Commerce Hosts 3rd Annual First Responders Breakfast to Honor Local...

The South Lake Chamber of Commerce held its 3rd Annual First Responders Breakfast at the Clermont Arts and Recreation Center. The event is dedicated...

The Neighborhood Center of South Lake Is Proud To Announce Its Recent Designation As...

The Neighborhood Center of South Lake is proud to announce its recent designation as a Nutritious Pantry by the Second Harvest Food Bank of...

The Neighborhood Center Of South Lake Welcomes A New Board Member 

The Neighborhood Center of South Lake is pleased to announce that Monica Wofford, CSP, has joined its Board of Directors. With over thirty years...

Bojangles Expands Teacher of the Year Support And Launches Annual Literacy Grant Program

As part of an ongoing commitment to promoting education and literacy across its footprint, The Bojangles Foundation has opened applications to its annual grant...

Clermont Mayor Tim Murry Gives His Monthly Update

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...

Lake County Supervisor of Elections Warns Community Members of Individuals Posing as Election/Government Agency...

Lake County Supervisor of Elections, Alan Hays, has been notified of individuals walking through neighborhoods presenting themselves as officials inquiring about who people voted...

2024 Primary Election—Unofficial Results Posted

The unofficial results of the Lake County 2024 Primary Election have been posted at LakeVotes.gov. The results include Vote-by-Mail, Early Voting, and all Election...

Oak Hill Cemetery Expands: Clermont Adds Over 300 Burial Sites and 96 Niches Following...

by Chuck Seaver, South Lake Tablet The Oak Hill Cemetery on East Avenue in Clermont is undergoing a growth spurt with the addition of 300...

Orlando Cat Cafe Honored With Official Day (Sept 8)

On August 13, the Lake County Board of County Commissioners, by unanimous proclamation, designated September 8, 2024, as “Orlando Cat Café Day” in Lake...

Lake-Sumter State College Breaks Ground On Workforce Development Center In Leesburg

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...

New Hotels Coming To Clermont: Expanding Accommodation Options For Travelers And Extended Stays

Clermont is set to welcome a new wave of hotel developments, offering visitors and extended-stay travelers an array of comfortable and convenient lodging options....

The City Of Clermont To Begin Sanding Operation On Street Scape 3 Project

The City of Clermont is scheduled to commence a sanding operation on the bricked areas of the Street Scape 3 project starting early Monday,...

Celebration Of Life Memorial Service For Master Deputy Sheriff Bradley Michael Link (July 29,...

Master Deputy Sheriff Bradley Michael Link (July 20, 1996 - August 3, 2024) died in the line of duty heroically serving his community and...

A Procession For Fallen Hero Master Deputy Bradley Link

by Chuck Seaver, SOUTH LAKE TABLET The Lake County Sheriff's Office held a procession on Monday, August 5th for Master Deputy Bradley “Brad” Link. Link,...

Evan Gregory – Pure Athletics Coach – Talks About Olympic Sprinting

By Kevin Grogan, SOUTH LAKE TABLET   It Has Been Quite A Summer For The Pure Athletics Sprint Group Based Out Of the NTC in Clermont....

2024 Lake County Hob Nob Was A Huge Success

by Chuck Seaver, South Lake Tablet The 2024 Lake County Hob Nob was held on Monday, July 29th at the Clermont Arts & Recreation Center,...

Coming To Minneola: New Library, New Firehouse, New K-8 Elementary School, New Hospital And...

The South Lake Chamber of Commerce held its July Breakfast at the picturesque Sterling Event Venue, a Tuscan-inspired wedding destination located at 20524 CR...

Clermont City Council Tables Decision On Proposal For Project Including Two Hotels, Storage Warehouse...

On July 23, Clermont West Investments approached the Clermont City Council seeking a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) for a significant development project. The proposal...

Montverde Academy’s Olympians: Eight Shining Stars All Set for the Global Stage 

By Zehra Naqvi, Social Media and Website Coordinator Montverde Academy celebrates the incredible achievements of its student-athletes and alumni who will compete in the upcoming...

South Lake Chamber Of Commerce Announces Departure of Marketing And Programs Director Nate Edmund

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,...

United Rentals Celebrates Grand Opening in Clermont

United Rentals, the largest equipment rental and end-to-end worksite solutions company in the world, recently celebrated the grand opening of its new location in...

Clermont Police Chief Charles Broadway Ends His Successful Term As FPCA President

by Chuck Seaver, South Lake Tablet Clermont Police Chief Chuck Broadway recently completed his term as President of the Florida Police Chiefs Association (FPCA). The...

Lake County Animal Shelter Faces Crisis as Dog Population Doubles

The Lake County Animal Shelter is sheltering more than twice the number of dogs it can comfortably care for. The shelter typically operates best...

From Ghana to Glory: Leslie Okai’s Journey of Fortitude

By Zehra Naqvi, MVA Social Media and Website Coordinator  Amongst the recently graduated class of 2024 at Montverde Academy is a young man who stands...

New Eateries Coming To Clermont

LongHorn Steakhouse According to a LongHorn Steakhouse representative, Longhorns Steakhouse will open in mid-October. In the meantime, the interior needs to be completed, and the...

New Facility Enhances Delivery Of Public Services To Clermont

Carefully planned and designed, Clermont’s new Public Services Facility is operational and will enhance the delivery of crucial and specialized services that keep Clermont...

The City Of Minneola Has Embarked On A Transformative Journey

The Minneola City Council recently approved the journey which marks a significant commitment to enhancing public resources and community engagement. This endeavor involves repurposing the...

Groveland Police Department Earns Reaccreditation, Strengthening Commitment to Excellence in Law Enforcement

In a significant achievement highlighting their dedication to upholding the highest standards in law enforcement, the Groveland Police Department has successfully achieved reaccreditation. This...

Welcome To The South Lake Tablet. Be Part Of Our Journey

BY THE SOUTH LAKE TABLET The South Lake Tablet is your go-to source for news and stories that matter to the South Lake County community....

Lake County Fire Rescue’s Newest Paramedics

Several dedicated members of the Lake County Fire Rescue team have successfully graduated from the July 2023-2024 Lake Technical College Paramedic Program. This paves...

Donavan Banks Journey From Classroom to Olympic Stadium

Donavan Banks, former middle school robotics teacher turned elite athlete, has officially qualified for Team USA and will head to Paris to compete in...

Clermont Police Launch Drone Program To Enhance Patrol Capabilities

Clermont Police Department is taking its commitment to ensure safety and security to the sky as drones will soon take flight. Whether searching for...

New Culinary Experiences In South Lake – A Grand Opening And Future Plans

Lechoner A El Barrio Restaurant is celebrating its grand opening on Monday, June 24. This family-owned business, located at 1800 S. Hwy 27, is...

Renee “Gigi” Capria Receives The Ann Dupee Gem of the Hills Award

In recognition of her exceptional dedication and profound impact on the South Lake community, Renee "Gigi" Capria of We Can Do It Realty was...


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