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Clermont
Wednesday, May 7th, 2025
Good morning, Clermont. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 7th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ South Lake County FCA hosted its annual Night of Champions Awards event at the Living Home Church Wesley Center, where over 120 athletes and coaches from local schools were celebrated. Local leaders such as Clermont Mayor Tim Murry and County Commissioner Sean Parks praised FCA’s focus on core values—integrity, community service, teamwork and excellence. South Lake Tablet
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ On Tuesday around 7 p.m., authorities reported that a 78-year-old Clermont man crashed his car on 18th and Wood Street when he hit an unoccupied SUV and was taken to a local hospital where he was pronounced dead—Florida Highway Patrol is still investigating the incident. WESH
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The Lake County Sheriff's Office announced an investigation into the death of Monica Islam, 44—who was fatally shot and found in Mount Dora on May 2—after she left her gas station shift in Eustis following a phone call, and her daughter said she fears they might target her next. WESH
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Lake County Schools posted graduation rates of 93% for district-operated schools and 91.7% for all schools for the 2023-2024 year, exceeding the state’s average of 89.7%. Superintendent Diane Kornegay said—using targeted interventions and a night school program—that Eustis High School, which dropped to 86%, will work to recover to about 90%. News 6
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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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Clermont Reggae Festival
5 PM – 1 AM — 9117 Jack Underwood Rd, Clermont, FL — Details to be announced — Celebrate reggae music and culture by the lake at this festive event.
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Ax-Caliber Clermont Last Fridays with 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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