March 20, a ceremonial flag burial site was installed at the Florida Scrub-Jay Trail in Clermont, thanks to Scout Troop 784. The location contains remnants of retired U.S. flags and is to be considered sacred ground.

April 8, Chip Hawthorne of Main Street Mower, a local mower dealership, plans to drive a lawn mower from one side of the state to the other, to raise funds for West Orange Habitat for Humanity.

The City of Clermont’s first Junior Park Rangers had over 40 kids exploring, learning and seeing what it takes to protect Clermont’s parks March 20 at Lake Hiawatha Preserve.

The Clermont Police Department invites the public to its first department updates presentation. The event begins at 6 p.m. April 19 at the Clermont City Center, 620 W. Montrose St., in downtown Clermont. 

The Clermont Police Department is hosting its second Public Safety Youth Academy for resident students in grades 8 through 11.

Because I choose not to watch hordes of news that’s filled with mayhem and drama, I wasn’t in the loop when Gov. DeSantis laid out the executive order that said it was A-okay for my age group (50+) to receive the COVID-19 vaccine.

The Florida Department of Transportation’s Alert Today Florida program recently honored the city of Clermont with a Community Champion Award for its significant contributions to bicyclist safety. Clermont was one of 23 communities awarded. the only city recognized in Lake County, it was one …

City of Clermont’s fifth annual Great Clermont Campout was held March 6–7 at Waterfront Park. Campers set up their tents and enjoyed a variety of family activities.

Ladies Fore Education, which raises money for the Education Foundation of Lake County and the Linda Kohlmeyer Scholarship Fund, will be held May 14 at the Continental Country Club, Hwy 44 East, in Wildwood.

“Beautiful Lake County: Protecting and Enjoying Our Waterways” is the subject of a free, online panel discussion on April 11, at 7 p.m. Panel members include four Lake County environmental advocates – Peggy Cox, Susan Fetter, Maryann Krisovitch and Dr. Beverly Ward.

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Roscoe is an 8-year-old chihuahua mix weighing approximately 7 pounds. This handsome boy came from a high-kill shelter, and the person who dropped him off said he was a stray. The staff knew he was their dog because he started crying and was trying to leave with them, so he felt betrayed and…

April 17, the Kiwanis Club of South Lake is hosting a 5K fundraiser to support the Officer Buckley Scholarship Fund. The event gets underway at 4 p.m., with the race commencing at 5:30 p.m. at Suncreek Brewery in downtown Clermont.

Cookie is a 1-year-old female hound blend weighing about 30 pounds that is currently under the care of the Animal League. 

From Colt Creek State Park in Lakeland to Split Oak Forest Wildlife and Environmental Area, which straddles the Orange/Osceola county line, and beyond, organizations across the state are celebrating Florida’s gopher tortoises on their special day, April 10. Designated by the Gopher Tortoise …

Reading aloud to children is one of the joys of parenting. All children, whether they’re infants, toddlers or school-aged, can benefit from being read to, and parents whose youngsters have grown up often look back on story time as some of their favorite moments as moms and dads.

 March 26, Marianne Beck Memorial Library, part of the Lake County Library System, hosted a grand opening ceremony for its 2,000 square foot expansion. 

The Kiwanis Club of Clermont partnered with community organizations to make its second annual Easter basket giveaway a huge success again this year, according to organizers.

Children have a seemingly endless supply of energy. Channeling that energy into something positive can benefit kids’ minds and bodies.

Caleb Angel, of Clermont, didn’t let the COVID-19 pandemic stop his plans to complete his Eagle Scout project at Oakland Nature Preserve, located at 747 Machete Trail in Oakland. 

Senior residents in the state who are homebound have the opportunity to receive COVID-19 vaccinations in their homes. The program is through the state of Florida.

Lake County has extended the deadline for county residents to apply for rental assistance through the Emergency Rental Assistance Program. Residents must meet the following criteria: Primary residence must be in Lake County and applicants must be renters, rent must be past due, applicants mu…

Cinnamon is a 2-year-old bully mix weighing 37 pounds. 

“This sweet Angel came to us very underweight and had various scrapes and skin blemishes,” the Animal League says. “She was sad and scared. With a lot of love and tender care, along with good nutrition and medical care, just look at our girl now!”   

The Ray Goodgame Outstanding Student Leader Award, presented annually by the South Lake Chamber of Commerce, honors students in the South Lake area who, like Goodgame, serve as a champion for the community. The chamber recently presented the award to Aytana Cardona of Lake Minneola High School.

Reader Barbara Pennington shared this beautiful photo taken from her back yard a few evenings ago in Heritage Hills, Clermont.

Pastfinders of South Lake County Genealogical Society wants people to think about the value of citations in family tree research – and why they are so important.

Why do we prescribe burn forest and grassland? That is a simple question; however, prescribed fire is not a simple subject. The answers to the question, and the logic behind the answers can take years of practice and study to be fully understood. 

Intuition may suggest all plants that provide habitats for wildlife and produce oxygen for the atmosphere are good no matter where they are planted. However, non-native plant species that are introduced into areas across North America can pose significant threats to an ecosystem.

Water conservation is at the heart of the St. Johns River Water Management District’s mission, and at a March district governing board meeting, members approved a proclamation that designates April 2021 as Water Conservation Month.

People have been spending more time at home in 2020 than in years past, and certain projects around the house have become a priority. One home improvement idea that serves the double benefit of creating organization and making cooking at home more efficient is to reimagine the kitchen pantry.

A day spent working in the yard is an ideal way to pass the time on spring and summer afternoons. A pristine landscape can add value to a property and instill pride in homeowners who put a lot of thought and effort into their lawns and gardens.

March 20, the Clermont-Minneola Lions Club issued toys to the Groveland Police Department for when a police officer sees fit to give a child a toy, such as during domestic calls.  

A ceremonial Yom HaShoah service will be held by Congregation Sinai in recognition of Holocaust Remembrance Day to remember and honor all of those who perished. This memorial service will be open to the entire community.

South Lake Chamber of Commerce recently hosted a ribbon cutting for DNF Medical Centers, located at 703 E. Hwy 50 in Clermont in the Key Foods Plaza. DNF Medical Centers has highly certified, family-friendly doctors and providers who offer many different types of treatment options to promote…

The Clermont Garden Club will host a Spring Garden Festival on May 1, and the club is seeking vendors and businesses representing specialty plant growers, plant nurseries, artisans and crafters of garden art, and garden and nature-related products and services.