News
New Beginnings of Central Florida Launches “Pathways to Healthcare for Vulnerable Populations” With Support...
$215,000 grant will expand medical and dental access for uninsured and underserved South Lake County residents
Amanda Nethero, Live Well Foundation of South Lake
New Beginnings...
Lake County To Present Safety Analysis Findings (May 7)
Lexie Farmer, Lake County
Lake County invites residents to participate in a virtual public meeting on Thursday, May 7, 2026, at 6 p.m., to hear...
The Clermont Community Continues To Demonstrate Its Strong Support For Those Who Serve And...
The Clermont Police Department recently presented a check for $20,700 to Central Florida C.O.P.S. and Code 4 Initiative. The funds were raised during the...
Clermont Police Department Training Unit
Chuck Seaver, South Lake Tablet
The Clermont Police Department has been an accredited law enforcement agency through the State of Florida Commission for Law Enforcement...
39th Annual Mathlympics Hosted by LSSC
Lake-Sumter State College proudly hosted its 39th Annual Mathlympics, welcoming 20 teams of four students from high schools across Lake and Sumter counties. Organized...
Montverde Boat Ramp Temporary Closure
The Lake Apoka West Shore Boat Ramp, located at 17710 Broad St., Montverde, will be closed on Monday, April 27, from 6 am through...
Orlando Health South Lake Hospital Named To Modern Healthcare’s 100 Top Hospitals
Orlando Health South Lake Hospital today was identified as one of the nation’s 100 Top Hospitals® according to an independent quality analysis conducted by...
The Harvest Market Announces Closure Following Unforeseen Financial Challenges
The Harvest Market, located at 20180 US Hwy 27, Ste 306, Clermont, has announced it will not move forward with its anticipated café relaunch...
Orlando Cat Cafe Named Social Impact Business of the Year by WomElle Female Voice...
by Jessica Whitehead, Orlando Cat Cafe
Orlando Cat Cafe is proud to announce it has been named Social Impact Business of the Year by the...
Clermont Makes a Splash Declaring April As Water Conservation Month
In a city known for its scenic lakes and rolling hills, water isn’t just part of the landscape—it’s part of everyday life—and this April,...
City of Clermont Earns National Recognition for Excellence in Financial Reporting
The City of Clermont continues to raise the bar for transparency, accountability, and service, earning the prestigious Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial...
Lake County Commissioner Sean Parks to participate In Statewide Wildlife Corridor Expedition
submitted by Jeff Foley, Lake County
Lake County Commissioner Sean Parks will join state and regional leaders in the upcoming Longleaf to Lighthouse Expedition, an...
Clermont Mayor Visits the Clermont Woman’s Club
by Pam Schmitz, Clermont Woman's Club
Clermont Mayor Tim Murry spoke to the members of the Clermont Woman's Club at their April meeting. It was...
Welcome Frank Calascione To The City of Groveland Team
Frank Calascione was recently named Groveland’s new Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) and Economic Development Manager.
Frank worked with the City of Inverness and Citrus County,...
Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics Florida
by Chuck Seaver, South Lake Tablet
Members of the Clermont Police Department, Lake County Sheriff’s Office, Florida Highway Patrol and multi-agency members of the Mid-Florida...
Groveland Mayor Keith Keogh’s News Highlights
Your Voice, Our Direction:
What We Heard From Our First Community Survey
Earlier this month, we launched our first-ever community survey and the response was clear:...
Lake County Indivisibles Is Giving Voters An Early, No-Spin Look At Who Wants To...
Cyn Doyle, Lake County Indivisibles
On Tuesday, April 14, from 7 pm to 9 pm, Lake County Indivisibles will host a Community Town Hall at the Clermont...
Lake County Supervisor of Elections Alerts Voters to Unofficial Voter Registration Mailings
Supervisor of Elections Alan Hays is alerting Lake County voters to unofficial mailings from parties NOT affiliated with the Lake County Supervisor of Elections...
City of Clermont Fire and Police Department’s Open House
Chuck Seaver, South Lake Tablet
The City of Clermont Fire and Police Department’s together hosted a recent open house and official media tour for a...
Clermont City Council Declines Proposal To Extend Term Lengths
Michelle Delaney, South Lake Tablet
At its meeting on Tuesday, March 24, the Clermont City Council considered a proposal that could have significantly changed how...
Ashley Celebrates Grand Opening With South Lake Chamber Ribbon Cutting
Ashley, a proud family-owned company with more than 80 years of experience in home furnishings, continues to make its mark with over 1,000 store...
Clermont Hosts Pups In The Park 6th Annual Celebration At Lake Hiawatha
Chuck Seaver, South Lake Tablet
The City of Clermont hosted the 6th Annual “Pups in the Park” celebration at Lake Hiawatha Preserve on Saturday, March...
Crooked Can Brewing Company Is Closer To Opening
Patrick Delaney, South Lake Tablet
A significant new development is on the horizon for South Lake County as Crooked Can Brewing Company gets closer to...
Mascotte Sports Complex Opens!
by Chuck Seaver, South Lake Tablet
The City of Mascotte celebrated the grand reopening of the city’s sports complex located at 750 Park Avenue on...
Clermont’s Longtime Wendy’s on Highway 50 Closes After 41 Years
After more than four decades serving the community, the Wendy’s location at 850 E. Highway 50 in Clermont closed its doors.
The closure follows a...
The Clermont Woman’s Club Hosts Coffee With A Clermont Cop
by Chuck Seaver, South Lake Tablet
The Clermont Police Department (CPD) held its monthly Coffee with a Cop community relations event on Wednesday, March 18th...
Major Industrial Development Breaks Ground, Positioning Minneola As Logistics Hub
A major milestone in Minneola’s growth is underway as Camp Lake Commerce Center, a joint venture partnership, launches plans for a three-phase, 1.4 million-square-foot...
LSSC Announces Proposed Fee Modifications For 2026-2027 Academic Year
submitted by Kevin Yurasek, Lake-Sumter State College
Lake-Sumter State College is providing public notification of proposed changes in student fees, including course and laboratory fees,...
Lake County Issues Countywide Burn Ban
As of today, due to worsening drought and extreme wildfire conditions, Lake County has crossed the threshold to issue a countywide burn ban, which...
Let’s Talk Says Clermont Police Chief John Graczyk (March 2 and March 9)
The community is invited to attend an engaging and informative Community Meeting with Police Chief John Graczyk. The conversation will focus on community safety,...
$66+ Million Boutique Hotel Approved for Montverde
Michelle Delaney, South Lake Tablet
Montverde’s skyline and hospitality landscape is poised for a dramatic transformation.
Lake County officials have approved plans for a $66+ million...
Tim Maslow Named Interim City Manager for Groveland
Tim Maslow will serve as Interim City Manager for the Groveland until a permanent replacement is named for outgoing City Manager Mike Hein.
Maslow currently...
South Lake Regional Park Nears Completion in Groveland
by Michelle Delaney and Patrick Delaney
Groveland residents won’t have to wait much longer to enjoy one of the area’s largest recreational projects. The highly...
Historic Downtown Just Got A Little More Energized — And A Lot More Caffeinated!
7 Made recently celebrated its grand opening.
The South Lake Chamber of Commerce officiated a festive ribbon cutting, officially welcoming the community to the newest...
Extended passport processing hours offered during Spring Break
The Lake County Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller is extending its passport processing hours at its North Lake and South Lake branch...
Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida Recently Welcomed Lieutenant Governor Jay Collins For...
Kate Quinones, Second Harvest
During the February 11 visit, Florida’s second highest-ranking officer saw how state funding is vital to supporting local hunger relief efforts....
Groveland City Manager Mike Hein Announces Resignation
Michelle Delaney, South Lake Tablet
The City of Groveland was met with unexpected news, when City Manager Michael Hein announced he has offered his resignation...
Ernest Joe Manzanares Found After Disappearance Forty Years Ago
Chuck Seaver, South Lake Tablet
After nearly four decades of waiting and wondering, a local family finally has answers to a missing loved one that...
Lake County Reopens Property Nomination Applications To Support Conservation
Jeff Foley, Lake County
The Lake County Board of County Commissioners and the Public Lands and Trails Acquisition Advisory Committee are pleased to announce...
Montverde Boat Ramp To Temporarily Close
The Lake Apopka West Shore Boat Ramp, located at 17710 Broad St., Montverde, will be closed on Friday, Feb. 20, from 6 a.m. to 6...
Eagles Soar Again! South Lake Advances to Regional Finals With 3–1 Victory
by Michael Delaney, South Lake Tablet
The South Lake High School Eagles are on a postseason tear—and they’re not ready to land just yet.
The Eagles...
Lake County Provides Update On Empire Church Road Sinkhole
Jeff Foley, Lake County Communication
Lake County officials have provided an update regarding the roadway depression that appeared on Empire Church Road in Groveland on...
Residents Weigh In On Minneola Marketplace Development Plans
Plans for the Minneola Marketplace continue to take shape as residents play an active role in the decision-making process.
Community members gathered at Minneola City...
Lake County Fire and Rescue Push Back Celebration!
by Chuck Seaver, South Lake Tablet
The Lake County Fire and Rescue Department hosted a reopening and new fire engine “push back” ceremony on January...
City Of Groveland Launches New Community Survey Program To Better Understand Residents’ Priorities and...
To engage more residents in the business of the city, Groveland has launched a new resident engagement program that uses community surveys to understand...
The New Public Training Center Is Now Open In Clermont
Chuck Seaver, South Lake Tablet
The City of Clermont Fire Department hosted an open house at the new Public Training Center. Members on January 22nd,...
Kiwanis Club of Clermont Recognizes 2025 Light Up Center Lake Crew
The Kiwanis Club of Clermont recently extended its heartfelt thanks to the 2025 Light Up Center Lake crew for another outstanding year of service...
Unapproved Economic Development and Design Tour Raises Concerns at City Council Meeting
by Michelle Delaney, South Lake Tablet
A presentation delivered at the recent Clermont City Council meeting regarding an economic development and design tour sparked significant...
Groveland Mayor Shares Holiday Greetings And City Updates
Groveland Mayor Keith Keogh offered holiday greetings to residents while sharing several updates, including action on economic incentives, progress on a major development, infrastructure...
A Message from Mayor Tim Murry: A New Year of Unity, Celebration, and...
Happy New Year, Clermont! As we step into 2026, I’m filled with hope and excitement for what’s ahead. This is a time to look...




















































