Daily
Clermont
Tuesday, August 19th, 2025
Good morning, Clermont. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 19th of August.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ White Castle opened its second freestanding restaurant in Clermont on August 12—spanning 3,220 square feet with indoor, outdoor, and drive-through seating—and donated $5,000 to the Boys and Girls Clubs of Central Florida while planning a third location in Kissimmee and a future switch to 24/7 service. The restaurant operates daily from 7 a.m. to 3 a.m. South Lake Tablet
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Nearly two years after a fire damaged the historic Flagler Playhouse, the community theater is reopening in a new, smaller space—ready to welcome local audiences. Fox 35 Orlando
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The National Hurricane Center is tracking a tropical wave behind Hurricane Erin in the eastern Atlantic that may become a depression later this week. Forecasts say the storm could impact Florida next week+ with warmer waters and variable conditions guiding its path. Fox 35 Orlando
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ South Lake High School won 16–0 over Lake Nona after a defensive stand in the first half and two second-half touchdowns—head coach Brad Lord said the team made quick changes and will work to fix mistakes before the Nature Coast game next week. South Lake Tablet
- ➤ Early this morning at Southern Hill Farms in Clermont during the 3rd Annual FCA XC Preseason Invitational, the East Ridge High School boys team claimed first place as Axel Sallault clocked 16:58—finishing over 23 seconds ahead of the runner-up. Strong performances by Caleb Walker and Watson Dunham helped the team secure several top finishes—and they will compete next in Jacksonville at Cecil Field on Friday Evening. South Lake Tablet
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Charcuterie Workshop
6:30-9:00 p.m. — One Utopia - Coffee Shop — Check website for pricing — Create your own charcuterie board while sipping on signature drinks in a cozy atmosphere.
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Oysters and Friendship Meetup
6-8 p.m. — Clermont Oyster Bar — Enjoy a diverse menu — Connect with new friends in a lively atmosphere.
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AdventHealth Cool Sommer Mornings Triathlon & 5K Series #4
7-11 a.m. — Waterfront Park — Registration required — Dive into the excitement of the 40th Annual Cool Sommer Mornings Triathlon & 5K Series in Clermont.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The price of greatness is responsibility.
~ Winston Churchill
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