Clermont Sun

30/07/2025

This week's paper is huge! It's packed with all the stories you need to know about South Lake - here's the e-edition if you don't receive a physical copy:

View the Clermont Sun for Tuesday, July 29, 2025

29/07/2025

Zeus, the pup on Doggy Death Row for biting a neighbor, has had a temporary reprieve:

A beloved family pet who was ordered to be euthanized for biting a neighbor has been given a reprieve pending a new hearing.

29/07/2025

Sad news today...Groveland's trucking company Carroll Fulmer is closing its doors:

Groveland trucking company Carroll Fulmer Logistics is closing down after 71 years in the business.

29/07/2025

Please be safe and take the necessary precautions on another HOT HOT day here in Lake County!😮

Another hot day is in store for today, Tuesday, July 29th, with an Extreme Heat Warning issued for Volusia, Lake, Seminole, Orange and Osceola Counties. A Heat Advisory is in effect for Brevard, Okeechobee County and the Treasure Coast. High temperatures will reach the mid 90s along the coast and upper 90s to near 100 degrees across the interior from Osceola County northward, including Greater Orlando. Heat indices will reach up to 108 to 112 in the Advisory area and up to 112 to 115 in the Extreme Heat Warning area. The HeatRisk across the area will also be in the Major to Extreme category today. Dangerous heat is expected. Be sure to keep hydrated, take frequent breaks in the shade and wear light clothing. There will be a low chance for lightning storms near the I-4 corridor developing in the mid to late afternoon and early evening.

29/07/2025

If you live close to Eastridge Middle School, don't panic if you hear a lot of noise - it's a school training exercise:

If you hear loud noises and see lots of police officers and deputies at schools this week, don’t be alarmed! The Lake County Sheriff’s Office is conducting active assailant training for all School Resource Deputies, School Resource Officers, and Safe School Officers. The sessions will be held on Thursday, July 31, at East Ridge Middle School and on Friday, August 1, at Umatilla High School, from 6 a.m. to 4 p.m. both days. The interactive training will include simulated gunfire and student actors to create real-life situations. Thank you to all involved for everything you do to keep our Lake County Schools campuses safe!

29/07/2025

Can you help with this community event?

A Clermont hairstylist is hosting her 10th back-to-school haircuts and supplies event in August, but she needs donations to help make this year’s event the biggest ever.

29/07/2025

Clermont's inaugural first responders celebration was a huge success:

First responders were on the scene at the Clermont City Center, where sirens were swapped for laughter and the only tickets issued were those to win prizes.

29/07/2025

Bruce Brown, founder of the Florida Scrub-Jay Trail in Clermont, has sadly passed away. Here is a tribute to his amazing legacy:

Bruce Brown, co-founder of the Florida Scrub-Jay Trail in Clermont, Florida, was a beloved conservationist and community leader. He passed away on June 23, 2025, at the age of 82.

28/07/2025

The Mascotte Police Department held their annual backpack bash on Saturday - it was a great community event! https://www.midfloridanewspapers.com/clermont_sun/news/backpacks-and-community-for-a-great-cause/article_70a3cf08-defa-42c8-8c01-adc94f12deb7.html

28/07/2025

Be safe out there and whatever you do, stay cool! 🥵🥵🥵

28/07/2025

It was the weekend of Back to School giveaways and Groveland was of no exception: https://www.midfloridanewspapers.com/clermont_sun/back-to-school-bash-serves-hundreds-of-local-kids/article_f2f97161-2eb2-4577-82a1-5ff410b71045.html

26/07/2025

Major Update - the woman who lived at the house that was destroyed on Pine Island Road in Clermont yesterday was initially reported missing, but now the LCSO says that she is safe: https://www.midfloridanewspapers.com/clermont_sun/mystery-of-house-destroyed-in-clermont/article_97524606-a38f-4622-9667-82d575ca3eb8.html