Wednesday, July 9th, 2025
Good morning, Clermont. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 9th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Two longtime best friends, Ashton Ward and Meghan DuBose, welcomed their newborn boys in Lake County when Ward delivered her son Knox on May 1 and DuBose delivered her son Ford on May 2 at AdventHealth Waterman. Both babies weighed 8 pounds 12 ounces at birth — and their nurse said the mothers and newborns remain healthy. Fox 35 Orlando
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Former associates say businesswoman Ying Kate Zhang, one of six defendants charged with racketeering for an illegal casino operation that generated over $20 million, appears to be living in Wuhan, China + the case involves suspended Sheriff Marcos Lopez, whose influence is under investigation + authorities expect further legal action. News 6
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Clermont restaurants serve Italian favorites made with fresh ingredients — local spots like Amore, Corelli’s Pantry, and Cosa Nostra offer classic pizzas, pastas, and sandwiches for dine-in or takeout. South Lake Tablet
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Two best friends who went to high school together delivered their babies in Lake County on July 8—just hours apart—with FOX 35 reporting details from the mothers and the nurse who delivered them. Fox 35 Orlando
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AdventHealth Cool Sommer Mornings Triathlon, Duathlon & 5K Series #2
7-11 a.m. — Waterfront Park — Registration fees apply — Compete in a thrilling series featuring triathlon, duathlon, and 5K events in beautiful Clermont, FL.
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Kids Day Out @ Ax-Caliber
2-4 p.m. — Ax-Caliber (Clermont) — Cost varies for parents — Decorate donuts and create crazy milkshakes while enjoying axe throwing and virtual range fun.
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Clermont Teen Wellness Summit
4-8 p.m. — 620 W Montrose St — Free entry — Engage in hands-on activities and conversations about mental wellness and social pressures.
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