Many people are still unemployed and unsure of how they will find their next job opportunity. To help them through this time, Goodwill Industries of Central Florida offers Job Connection services, including a variety of online webinars. Throughout the pandemic, the nonprofit has been hosting…
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The Florida Public Relations Association Lake County Chapter will host guest speaker Anthony Morrison, two-time senior social media producer for Good Morning America, in an interactive chat June 16 via Zoom.
Tavares – Lake County’s tax roll is recording another substantial boost this year reports the Lake County Property Appraiser, Carey Baker. The Property Appraiser’s 2021 Best Estimate of Taxable Value for the Lake County General Fund is $26.2 billion; up 7.19% from last year. The Lake County …
Restaurant owner Billy Kicklighter is a 35-year veteran of the hospitality industry who started out as a cook, moved into management 20 years ago, and has served as general manager for several restaurants over the past 10 years. He has also worked in a test kitchen for Darden Restaurants, fo…
Kelly Dudek has been named director of sales at the 87-room Hampton Inn & Suites, located at 2200 E. Highway 50 in Clermont. Prior to joining the Hilton company, Dudek held sales positions at the Candlewood Suites Lake Buena Vista and the Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress. She also is involved…
Darren Johnson’s initial idea for the property at 750 W. Desoto, in downtown Clermont, was to retrofit the old feed and tackle store into a beautiful event venue. Johnson, a corporate event planner (now on temporary hiatus due to COVID-19) had it all mapped out, but when he learned the build…
Nestled away on County Road 33 in Groveland is one of the largest and beautiful Bonsai Gardens with a Unique Gift shop. When you visit Eve’s Garden you will find Bonsai trees from very young to over 100 years old. The main business is Bonsai but they have so many other gift products for that…
The City of Clermont invites residents and visitors to celebrate spring with Rise Clermont’s latest local collaborative effort, the Umbrella Art Project.
A new light is shining in downtown Clermont. Sunshine Book Co., an independent bookshop, opened its doors earlier this month inside a historic home built in 1915.
The U.S. Small Business Administration is offering two virtual programs to share information on the Ascent Platform, a digital learning platform that uses a modern, e-learning experience specifically targeted for female entrepreneurs who want to grow or scale their existing business. Two pro…
President Joe Biden signed the PPP Extension Act of 2021 into law March 30, extending the Paycheck Protection Program an additional two months to May 31, and then providing an additional 30-day period for the U.S. Small Business Administration to process applications that are still pending.
The application process for Walmart’s eighth annual Open Call is now open, and the company invites Florida entrepreneurs dreaming of landing their products on Walmart shelves and online to apply for the opportunity to meet with Walmart buyers via virtual pitch meetings.
Businesses interested in learning about bidding on government contracts are invited to attend a virtual webinar April 15 at 10 a.m. Presented by the Lake County Office of Procurement Services, the 90-minute session will be held via Zoom.
At its 83rd annual meeting, SECO Energy celebrated “Just Business.” The not-for-profit energy cooperative’s March 25 virtual gathering, called the Annual Meeting of the Membership, was available to members via Facebook live, YouTube and live streaming.
SCORE Mid-Florida, which serves Lake, Sumter and Marion counties, has several upcoming online programs to help entrepreneurs and other small business owners maximize their efforts. Here’s a sampling of programs scheduled over the next few weeks:
How many times have you sat on the sofa pouring over a home magazine wishing your rooms could be ripped from its pages? Some people are gifted with a natural talent to impart a space with perfectly balanced colors and schemes that fit with one’s lifestyle and design preferences. Others are n…
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SCORE Mid-Florida, which serves Lake, Sumter and Marion counties, has several upcoming online programs to help entrepreneurs and other small business owners maximize their efforts. April 12 at 5:30 p.m., the group will present an online program regarding how to start a home-based food business.
The South Lake County Women’s Council of Realtors is having its 2021 membership event at the Tiki Bar, located at 508 S. Main Avenue in Minneola, on Wednesday, March 24, 4–6 p.m.
SCORE Mid-Florida, which serves Lake, Sumter and Marion counties, has several upcoming online programs to help entrepreneurs and other small business owners maximize their efforts. Here’s a sampling of programs scheduled over the next few weeks:
Davidson of Dundee is still owned and operated by the Davidson family. As you drive on US Highway 27, just north of the turn-off for Legoland (formerly Cypress Gardens), the signs beckon you to stop in for citrus candy, jelly and marmalade, Florida souvenirs and fresh citrus fruit.
At Cindy J. Schumacher’s Tax & Accounting, we operate on the principle of giving the client the highest quality product with excellent customer service. We feel that each of our clients deserve that personal touch and attention as we deal with their tax and accounting matters. We are con…
Jan. 15, the U.S. Small Business Administration, in consultation with the U.S. Treasury Department, reopened the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan portal to begin accepting applications once again from organizations affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Finding the energy mix that best suits your lifestyle is an important decision every home-owner and businessowner must make. And now more than ever, due to an increase in discussions surrounding sustainability in the United States, there’s a heightened focus on choosing clean and environment…
An oasis of German food and baked goods awaits at Yalaha Bakery, a family-owned eatery nestled into the rolling hills and citrus groves of rural Lake County.
SCORE Mid-Florida, which serves Sumter, Marion and Lake counties, has several upcoming online programs to help entrepreneurs and other small business owners maximize their efforts. Here’s a sampling of programs scheduled over the next few weeks:
Clean Air Lawn Care launched in Colorado in 2006, but in August, it partnered with Groveland resident Rob Hendricks to expand its environmentally friendly services in Florida.
Hope Barton knew she was taking a risk when she opened her fine arts studio and gallery in downtown Clermont last year.
The South Lake Chamber of Commerce recently named members of its 2021 board of directors. Officers will be Pat Caracciolo, Pat the Dog Boarding and Grooming, chair; Aimee Stanley, Optima One Realty, vice-chair; Thom Kieft, Lake-Sumter State College, treasurer; Sheri Olson, Orlando Health So…
AdventHealth West Florida Division continues its Healthy Happenings program in an online platform, with physicians speaking on a variety of topics Tuesdays at noon. The free talks are broadcast on AdventHealth Dade City and AdventHealth Zephyrhills’ Facebook pages, and registration is recommended.
At a Nov. 5 AdventHealth Morning Briefing, Linnette Johnson, senior vice president and a chief nursing officer at AdventHealth Central Florida Division, discussed how COVID-19 has changed the nursing profession.
Dr. Kristen Weinbaum, owner of Precision Hearing in Clermont, isn’t letting COVID-19 put a stop to her fourth annual Gift of Hearing contest, which runs through Friday, Dec. 11. The annual contest is designed to give one person in need in the community a new pair of digital hearing aids.
SECO Energy, the not-for-profit electric cooperative, is retiring a record $6.1 million in Capital Credits to its 210,000-plus current and former members.
The REALTORS® Association of Lake & Sumter Counties, Inc., recently elected its 2021 officers. They are April Rager, president; Mary “Trish” Leisner, president-elect; Carolyn M. Maimone, vice-president; Vickie Lingerfelt, treasurer; and Addie Owens, past-president.
If you’re planning a large home-improvement project, such as replacement windows and doors, adding a new feature, room or entire wing, you’ll need a qualified, professional contractor. They’ll ensure the project gets done on time, on budget, to your satisfaction without running afoul of requ…
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Soni Family Practice is excited to announce our new location at 221 Frontage Rd., Suite G, Clermont, FL 34711. Since 2013, Soni Family Practice has been dedicated to meeting the needs of our patients and families in Orange, Osceola, Polk, and now Lake County. Our team of dedicated profession…
Over 6 million homes and businesses nationwide use natural gas through a public natural gas utility. So, why aren’t you? Natural gas is not only the cleanest burning fuel source available, but it’s also safe, cost-efficient, and abundant. Coming from an underground pipeline, natural gas is …
Over the last six months, COVID-19 has been life-changing for many business owners at the Cagan Crossings Town Center, located in Clermont in the Four Corners region of Lake County.
Buying or selling property can be stressful, especially when you consider all the different professionals that are responsible for getting you to the closing table. Now, everyone knows that they should hire a realtor to help them list or purchase and they know they need a mortgage lender to …
For the roughly 48 million Americans with hearing loss, communication is challenging enough under the best of circumstances. Meanwhile, the global coronavirus pandemic has created addition-al unexpected obstacles.
The FPRA Lake County Chapter is offering a virtual luncheon to help PR professionals manage ongoing anxiety and fear during the COVID-19 pandemic. The event’s special guest speaker is Candace Huber, MPH, BSN, RN, director of CREATION Life for Community at AdventHealth Waterman. This free eve…
Turning dogs from scruffy to fluffy, from stinky to sweet is what K9 Crew Cuts is all about. After 26 years Susan Routhier (award winning groomer) has no intention of slowing down.
Micki Blackburn Realty of Clermont has given superior service to their clients & customers since 1998, that is 22 years. For convenience to our clients we are open 7 days a week. Whether you are buying or selling Micki Blackburn Realty has the best team in the Real Estate industry in La…
Obtaining a mortgage can be a stressful process, especially for first-time homebuyers. You’ll need expert guidance to walk you through the process, so it’s crucial to choose the right mortgage lender.
Firstly, all of us at the Golf Cart Company are hoping you and your families are staying safe in these trying times. We are taking all necessary precautions to maintain a safe environment at our showroom so you can have the peace of mind when visiting us. We do recommend usage of a face mask…
Outer Limits Smoke Shop is a family owned business. Owners Russell and Sherry Slayton reside in Clermont and love the community.
The Superior Residences of Clermont is an Assisted Living and Memory Care community which features the highest standards in care, dining and activities along with upscale amenities.
