Good morning, Clermont.

Clermont Police engaged residents at Coffee with a Cop on June 24 at McDonald’s (4307 South US-27) with drive-thru greetings and friendly chats.

They will host upcoming events including a Teen Community Academy, Popsicles with a Cop on July 10, Hoops with Cops, and a meet-and-greet on July 16.

The Venezuelan community in Central Florida is rallying to support their home country after powerful earthquakes hit Venezuela during a national holiday.

William Diaz (founder of Casa de Venezuela) said his nonprofit is organizing local groups from Daytona to Osceola to help families connect with loved ones abroad.

After suffering a stroke, Maxcette Mark began rehabilitation at AdventHealth where fellow survivor Leslie Miller joined the hospital’s peer support program to share her recovery journey and help patients find hope (one patient even feared missing his role as Santa for the holidays).

Local high school football coaches are taking extra precautions during preseason practice in the Clermont area (emphasizing heat safety to protect players) amid soaring temperatures that increase heat-related risks.

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.

BTS Painting Experience

6-8 p.m. — Painting with a Twist — $35 per person — Unleash your creativity in a fun painting class for adults and teens with an instructor's guidance.