Wednesday, November 26th, 2025
Good morning, Clermont. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 26th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Beginning November 28, Showcase of Citrus will offer a dazzling nighttime holiday ride where guests can climb aboard a 14-foot Monster Truck and ride through the citrus grove every Thursday through Saturday from 7:00 to 10:00 p.m.—the farm will also feature festive lights, whimsical photo spots, s'mores by the fire, and seasonal treats for families. Early ticket purchase is encouraged to secure a spot in this festive celebration. South Lake Tablet
- ➤ Clermont’s Annual Lighted Boat Parade will light up the waterfront on December 6 starting at dusk as boats gather near Cypress Cove Marina and the Cove Bar then make a counterclockwise loop around Lake Minnehaha before continuing into Lake Minneola. Boaters are encouraged to bring a new toy to Santa’s boat (marked by a yellow flashing light) to enter the decorating contest that supports Christmas Across South Lake distribution. South Lake Tablet
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Carrabba’s Italian Grill at 2240 E. Hwy 50 in Clermont celebrated its 20th anniversary recently with a special 'Let’s Do Lunch' event + a Ribbon Cutting by the South Lake Chamber of Commerce, marking two decades of offering classic Italian dishes and warm hospitality. South Lake Tablet
- ➤ Your Storage Units Clermont, located at 14003 County Road 455, was welcomed into the South Lake business community—South Lake Chamber of Commerce hosted its ribbon cutting. The facility offers various unit sizes for homeowners, renters, and business owners who need secure and flexible storage. South Lake Tablet
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Lake County officials said Kroger's decision to close its Florida facilities—including a major warehouse in Groveland—will eliminate nearly 1,000 jobs and remove an estimated $1.3 million in expected revenue; they claim the company breached a 10-year agreement by leaving after four years and plan to recoup up to $400,000 in unused incentives at a commission meeting next Tuesday. FOX 35 Orlando
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The 2026 Adopt-a-Lake calendar will be available starting December 3 and features 14 winning images selected from nearly 200 contest entries after more than 2,600 votes—Hong Xiao’s shot of Lake Norris graces the front cover while runner-up photos appear in a special section; the calendar costs a suggested $6 donation and is sold at designated Lake County offices. South Lake Tablet
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Lake County DOH urged residents and visitors to follow food safety tips such as thawing meat in cold water and keeping foods at safe temperatures to prevent illness during the holiday season. It also advised people to stay active, care for their mental well-being, and take steps for safe decorating and travel to avoid accidents and poisonings. South Lake Tablet
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The East Ridge High School girls cross country team finished fourth at the Class 4A State Championships at Apalachee Regional Park in Tallahassee on November 22—marking the highest finish in school history. Senior Rhyen Foley and freshman Hortance Sallault led with some of the fastest state times as the team ended a strong season. South Lake Tablet
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Turkey Day 5K Clermont
9 AM – 1 PM — Waterfront Park — Registration fee applies — Celebrate Thanksgiving with a fun run for the whole family.
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SAK Comedy Lab Performance
7-8:30 p.m. — Clermont Performing Arts Center — Ticket Prices Vary — Enjoy an evening of audience-interactive improvisational comedy from Central Florida's favorite troupe.
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The Nutcracker
Dec 5-24, 7:30 p.m. — Steinmetz Hall — Prices vary — Celebrate the holidays with enchanting performances and family-friendly activities in this timeless ballet classic.
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Clermont Annual Lighted Boat Parade
6-8 p.m. — Waterfront Park — Free entry — Celebrate the holiday spirit with a dazzling display of lighted boats on the water.
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Breakfast with Santa
8-10 a.m. — Outback Steakhouse — Cost TBD — Enjoy a festive breakfast and meet Santa in Clermont.
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Philharmonia Christmas Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Clermont Performing Arts Center — Cost TBD — Experience the joy of the season with the Florida Philharmonia's festive orchestral performances of beloved holiday classics.
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