Good morning, Clermont.

Embry-Riddle is planning a pilot training facility at Deep Woods Ranch Airport near Deerhaven along County Road 42 and is seeking a US Forest Service permit to harvest timber + expand its runway while residents worry increased flights and redirected roads could disrupt their peaceful community.

More local homeowners are turning to hurricane impact windows to keep water and debris outside.

Consumer Reports tested eight models and found the top-rated PGT WinGuard scored 98 (tested with a nine-pound 2x4 at over 30 mph) among windows priced from $400 to $2,000.

Orlando's Ozone Slayers are competing in regional roller derby playoffs in Canada today at 9:50 a.m. (the team is making history in its 17-year league by facing the Angel City Rocket Queens from Los Angeles).

Dance Ever After Recital 2026

4 p.m. — Clermont Arts & Recreation Center — Free entry — Enjoy an enchanting dance recital showcasing talent from the local community.

Clermont Toddler Time Multi-Sport Program

9:00-10:50 a.m. — McKinney Park — $90 — Engaging multisport activities for toddlers aged 18 months to 4 years over four weeks this summer.

70th Anniversary Orange Crush Celebration

10 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Florida Citrus Tower — Free entry — Celebrate the historic 70th Anniversary with rides, local vendors, food, music, and family fun.

63 Hour Real Estate Pre-License Course

9:00 AM — 360 Florida Real Estate School — Daily homework required — Interactive small group classes designed to kickstart your real estate license journey.

Ladies Duck Swap and Connection Showcase

6:30-8 p.m. — LongHorn Steakhouse — Attendees are responsible for their own food and drinks — A playful gathering for women to swap collected ducks and connect over shared stories.

AdventHealth Clermont Freedom 5K

8:30 – 10:30 AM — Historic Downtown Clermont — Registration fee required — Celebrate Independence Day with a fun run or walk through scenic Clermont.