Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 30th of September.
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🏘️ Community
Lake County musician Steve Ferrell has raised $35,651 at his 17th annual Lunchtime Concert—supporting Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida as he continues to fight local hunger.
Find, Feed & Restore hosted its Battle for Hope: Cops vs. Docs fundraiser at the Living Hope, Wesleyan Center where Clermont Police Chief John Graczyk led officers and AdventHealth Minneola’s CEO Kay Barnett rallied doctors to compete for funds that will support housing services aimed at ending homelessness in Lake County — the event combined friendly competition with a serious mission.
Cooper Memorial Library is hosting a variety of programs this October—featuring activities for all ages such as LEGO Club on October 1, Club Maker on October 8, and Family Movie Day on October 11.
Each program provides materials and specific times, and some require registration—details are available at the library.
🏛️ Government
Lake County leaders and 14 city officials met recently to discuss growth management strategies that address sprawl and traffic issues.
They reviewed Joint Planning Agreements and Transfer Development Rights — a method to preserve open space while shifting development — and plan quarterly meetings to narrow the 700 million road construction funding gap.
🏥 Health
Heart of Florida United Way offers free mental health help through its Suicide & Crisis Lifeline—trained counselors are available 24/7 to support people who need to talk.
The hotline is accessible by call or text 988 and provides confidential support.
🎉 Clermont Events
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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.
Trunk or Treat Montverde
5:30-8:30 p.m. — Kirk Park — Free entry — Enjoy a festive evening with contests, music, and prizes for best decorations and costumes.
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