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Wednesday, April 23rd, 2025
Good morning, Clermont. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 23rd of April.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ On April 12 in Clermont, deputies responded to a call about a suspicious person and found 39-year-old Eric Escobar pounding on a door; when he refused to follow commands and pulled a handgun, a deputy shot him, leaving Escobar dead and the officer on administrative leave pending review (by the Lake County Sheriff’s Office). News 6
- ➤ Newly released bodycam footage shows deputies fatally shot Eric Escobar after he reached for a gun outside a Clermont home on April 22—officials are investigating the incident while residents remember his erratic behavior. Fox 35 Orlando
- ➤ A Clermont man, Eric Escobar, who had mental health issues, was shot and killed on April 12 after he did not follow commands from a Lake County deputy—his stepfather said he sought help without success. Fox 35 Orlando
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Stand-alone emergency rooms have grown in Central Florida since Florida repealed the Certificate of Need rule in 2019, and these facilities now offer 24/7 care for emergencies like heart attacks, strokes, and serious injuries. Orlando Health, AdventHealth, and HCA Florida Healthcare together run 26 freestanding ERs and plan to build more as the region’s population and tourism continue to rise — a move to improve access to urgent care. WESH
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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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AdventHealth Girlz on Fire Women's Triathlon & 5K
11:30 AM — 5K & Sprint Triathlon Course — Registration required — Celebrate Mother's Day with a spirited event dedicated to empowering women through fitness and fun.
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Promenade Car & Truck Show
11 AM – 2 PM — Promenade at Sunset Walk — Free entry — Enjoy a showcase of classic to modern vehicles spanning all eras and styles.
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Free Medicare 101 Breakfast Seminar
10 AM – 12 PM — IHOP Clermont — Free to attend — Learn about Medicare options over a complimentary breakfast gathering.
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Nashville Writers Round with Jordan Mohr
6-9 p.m. — The View at Clermont National — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of original music featuring six talented artists in a cozy setting.
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