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Clermont Woman’s Club Is Sharing Beauty With Cancer Warriors
by Gladys Epps, Clermont Woman’s Club Club member, Jacki Josten, set up the pink tree recently at Clermont Oncology. This project was started by General Federation of Woman’s Clubs District 7 in 2015. The earrings placed on the tree are given to the women who are going through…

AdventHealth Waterman Foundation’s Wellness Trail Takes Shape Around Lake Etowah
Around LakeEtowah, AdventHealth staff, patients, and community members in Tavares will have access to AdventHealth Waterman's campus that extends beyond blank hospital rooms. A new project is coming to light: the Wellness Trail. This project was brought about to bring…

Celebrate Autumn At Clermont Historic Village on October 3
by Clermont Historical Society Join the Clermont Historical Society on October 3, from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm, at the Clermont Historic Village, 490 West Avenue, for an evening of family fun and seasonal fall treats. Enjoy a complimentary pumpkin patch photo opportunity, hot apple…

Montverde Academy’s Yearbook Earns Top State and National Honors
Submitted by Montverde Academy Montverde Academy’s yearbook program is celebrating a remarkable year of recognition for the 2026 Interlachen, titled Everything, Everywhere, Everyone All at Once. This summer, Interlachen earned All-Florida Honors from the Florida Scholastic Press…

Lake County To Hold 9/11 Ceremony
Provided by Lexie Farmer, Lake County The Lake County Board of County Commissioners, in partnership with the Lake County Historical Society and the City of Tavares, invites the community to gather in remembrance of the nearly 3,000 lives lost during the attacks of Sept. 11, 2001.…

Additional Lake, Sumter Agencies Suspend Automated License Plate Readers, Flock Cams
Law enforcement agencies across Lake and Sumter counties are suspending or ending automated license plate reader programs as privacy concerns and new state restrictions reshape the future of the technology. The rapid succession of announcements has also created confusion over…

Groveland Tackles Reclaimed Water Pressure With Two Upgrades
Alleviating reclaimed water pressure issues is a top priority for the City of Groveland, with work well underway on two separate projects aimed at upgrading City infrastructure and increasing supply during periods of increased demand. The City is confident both complex projects…

Montverde Academy Upper School Students Explore SAC Opportunities
Submitted by Montverde Academy On Thursday, August 27, Montverde Academy Upper School students participated in Study Area Concentration (SAC) interest meetings, giving them an opportunity to learn more about the specialized academic pathways available to them and explore areas…

Police Hit Pause On License Plate Cameras: Clermont and Groveland Suspend ALPR Programs, Citing Privacy Concerns, Oversight Questions And The Need For Clearer Rules
Clermont and Groveland suspend ALPR programs, citing privacy concerns, oversight questions and the need for clearer rules. A technology that can help police find stolen cars, locate missing people and connect vehicles to serious crimes is now sitting on the sidelines in two Lake…

Honoring Service, Building Legacy: South Lake Community Events To Support Veterans And First Responders Memorial
By Robert C. Mock, CTMCM (SS) USN, Ret. The South Lake Florida Base of the United States Submarine Veterans and the Community Foundation of South Lake are preparing for a busy and meaningful season of community engagement, with several upcoming events designed to honor local…

Lake County To Host Veterans Resources And Benefits Expo in Clermont (Sept 10)
Lake County Veterans Services invites local veterans, their families, and the community to attend the Veterans Resource & Benefits Expo on Sept. 10 from 11 am to 3 pm at the Clermont City Center (620 W. Montrose St., Clermont). This free event will provide access to a wide range…

SECO Energy Foundation’s $25,000 Investment Helps Families Rebuild and Thrive
The SECO Energy Foundation provided a $25,000 investment in Miriam’s Hope, Find Feed & Restore’s long-term transitional housing program that supports women and children rebuilding their lives after a domestic crisis. Recently, Executive Director Mariah Delgado and her team toured…