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Thursday, April 3rd, 2025
Good morning, Clermont. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 3rd of April.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ The Florida Highway Patrol confirmed a viral social media video is part of their investigation into a Lake County crash on State Road 19 where a 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee ran off the road, killing three women and leaving one injured—officials are reviewing vehicle data and awaiting toxicology results. Fox 35 Orlando
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Central Florida farmers are facing a labor shortage that forces them to use H-2A visas, which cost about $20 per hour per worker and add fees for permits, flights, food, and housing. Ryan Atwood of H and A Farms in Mount Dora said his farm spends about a quarter-million dollars every season on these costs and is switching to machine harvestable crops as fruit and vegetable prices are expected to rise. WESH
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A new Florida bill, HB 5101, would cut funding for Advanced Placement, dual enrollment, IB and career readiness programs along with teacher bonuses, risking a 50% reduction from last year's $34 million allocation. Local Orange County educators and parents warned the cuts would mean fewer qualified teachers and limited course options—putting students' college readiness at risk. WESH
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Residents will have the chance to attend a Coffee with a Cop event at Flag Coffee Corner, 896 W Minneola Ave., on April 16 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.—local officers will be available for friendly conversation to build community trust and address safety concerns. South Lake Tablet
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Family History Research Class
1-3 p.m. — Cooper Memorial Library — Free — Explore vital records and census basics in this informative genealogy session.
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AdventHealth Earth Day 5 Mile & 2 Mile
7:15 a.m. — Victory Pointe — Registration required — Celebrate Earth Day with a scenic run along Lake Minneola's beautiful South Lake Trail.
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The Lion King
7:30 p.m. — Walt Disney Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience the breathtaking visuals and unforgettable music of Disney's The Lion King.
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Ax-Caliber Clermont Pop-Up Market
6-9 p.m. — Ax-Caliber Clermont — $50 vendor fee — Enjoy axe throwing, food trucks, and live music at this family-friendly outdoor market.
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AdventHealth U Run U Pick Blueberry 5K
7-9 a.m. — Southern Hill Farms — Registration required — Experience a fun-filled 5K with a free pancake breakfast and blueberry picking after the race.
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First Friday Food Trucks
5:30-9:00 p.m. — Historic Downtown Clermont — Free entry — Enjoy a variety of food trucks while exploring the vibrant downtown atmosphere.
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2025 Spring Garden Festival
9 AM – 2 PM — Clermont Garden Club — Vendor spaces available — Celebrate spring with vendors and community spirit at the garden festival.
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