Good morning, Clermont.

After Kathleen Dial shared the tragic story of her sister Meg, who died from nitrous oxide addiction in November 2024, Clermont police on September 25 inspected six smoke shops using undercover agents to test age restrictions and seized nearly 300 vape devices and over 650 packages of dangerous products—an operation aimed at protecting local youth.

South Lake High School Eagles earned a hard-fought district win on Friday, September 26 by beating Ocala Forest 30-25 on the road, boosting their overall record to 5-1 and district play to 2-0—key plays included an 86-yard kickoff return and a defensive stand that stopped a late comeback.

AdventHealth Great Floridian Multisport Festival

Saturday, Oct 18th — 7:30 AM - 2:00 PM — Waterfront Park — Registration Fee Required — Celebrate endurance at Florida's premier multisport event in the beautiful Clermont setting.

Nightmare on the Clermont Trails 5K

6:30-9:30 p.m. — Victory Pointe — Entry fee applies — Experience a Halloween-themed night run with festive Spook Zones along the course.