Good morning, Clermont.

A helicopter carrying a crew that collects alligator eggs landed on a floating island in Lake Jesup due to a mechanical issue (the only available landing spot) and was retrieved by airboats from Airboat Rides at Midway and Brooks Family Alligator Farm before reaching Cameron Wight Park.

On the Fourth of July holiday, the Clermont Fire Department responded to six structure fires, including rescuing an occupant from a burning home and treating a minor injury from fireworks, with support from Lake County, Minneola and Groveland departments.

Residents are urged to use caution with fireworks and cooking.

Lake County Fire Rescue partnered with First Response Training Group to graduate the second class of its in-house paramedic program (PO45) last week; 19 emergency medical technicians passed the National Registry exam and will soon return to field service as certified paramedics.

The Live Well Foundation of South Lake will launch its fall 2026 Critical Issue Targeted Grant cycle the week of July 13 for nonprofits serving Clermont and nearby — proposals to tackle mortality and life expectancy must be submitted by August 7, with awards announced the week of September 22.

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.

Women’s Bunco & Game Night

6:30-8:00 p.m. — Panera Bread — $2 contribution — Enjoy a relaxed evening of fun and connection through games with other women.

Clermont Summer Family Food Fest

10 AM – 8 PM — Historic Downtown Clermont — Free entry — Enjoy delicious food, live entertainment, and family fun at this vibrant community celebration.