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Clermont
Thursday, October 16th, 2025
Good morning, Clermont. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 16th of October.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Central Florida actress Cindy Karr landed a recurring guest role on the true crime drama 'Murdaugh: Death in the Family,' which debuted Oct.15 on Hulu. She told WESH 2 about her role as Libby and her past work in Sweet Magnolias, Bloodline, and Tooth Fairy 2—highlighting her seasoned career in local productions. WESH
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On October 10, the Lake-Sumter State College Foundation launched its 2026 Annual Campaign to raise scholarship funds and support student success. The event brought together supporters, alumni, and community leaders to build on a record-breaking $1.7M awarded in 2025—fueling academic growth for local students. South Lake Tablet
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Forecast models show a tropical system may form in the Caribbean next week and could curve near Florida—though some models predict it will turn away toward Mexico with a 40% chance of development. Tropical Storm Lorenzo is expected to dissipate by today as the hurricane season nears its end, which concludes on Nov. 30. WESH
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ County leaders and a local developer announced that two new roundabouts will be built at the dangerous intersection on Lakeshore Drive and County Road 561 to slow traffic and improve safety. County officials said no certificates of occupancy will be issued for new homes at the Lakeshore Preserve subdivision until the roundabouts are finished — a measure aimed at reducing risks for local drivers. WESH
- ➤ The General Federation of Women’s Clubs will sponsor Florida’s first all-female veterans Flight of Honor to Washington, D.C. in March 2026—this effort honors female veterans by aiming to raise $150,000 for 172 participants while the South Lake Junior Women’s Club hosts a Veterans Appreciation Dinner and Quarter Auction on November 1 at Minneola City Hall from 2–5 p.m. South Lake Tablet
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Lake County will host its first-ever Tim Selinske United States Masters Disc Golf Championships in 2026 as over 400 athletes prepare to compete in a four-day tournament across five premier courses, including Champions Pointe in Clermont (designed by PDGA Hall of Famer Gregg Hosfeld). South Lake Tablet
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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.
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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.
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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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The Golden Sounds of The Platters
7-8:30 p.m. — Clermont Performing Arts Center — $33.50-$64.50 — Relive timeless classic hits with the soulful harmonies of The Platters.
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The Florida Run
7:00-11:00 a.m. — Lake Louisa State Park — Registration fees vary — Experience thrilling trail running in the scenic beauty of Florida's Lake Louisa State Park.
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Salute to America's Veterans
3:00 - 4:30 p.m. — Clermont Performing Arts Center — Free entry — Celebrate and honor veterans through music performed by the Orlando Concert Band.
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Balloon Glow - Drone & Laser Show
5 PM – 11 PM — Wilotree Park — Limited tickets available — Experience a dazzling display of balloons illuminated with a spectacular drone and laser show.
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Piano Men: Generations
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Clermont Performing Arts Center — Cost info not provided — Celebrate the musical influences of Billy Joel and Elton John with a talented father and son duo.
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