Good morning, Clermont.

Holly Salmons, president and CEO of the BBB Serving Central Florida, warned residents about 12 holiday scams to avoid during her FOX 35 interview on Dec.

4, offering tips to protect personal information as the season advances.

Veteran meteorologist Eric Burris was promoted to weekday mornings at WESH 2 News Sunrise, where he will forecast from 4:30 to 7 a.m. on WESH 2 plus from 7 to 10 a.m. on CW18, strengthening local broadcast weather coverage after years of trusted service.

Florida Fish and Wildlife officers have approved a regulated black bear season to manage growing populations starting December 6 to 28 in designated Bear Harvest Zones.

Only 172 permits will be issued (with strict guidelines for bear size and safety) to balance the hunt and protect the population.

Lake Minneola High School swim team had a record-breaking season with the boys winning District & Regional championships while the girls placed 3rd at District and 5th at Regionals.

Both teams finished 13th at State and set new school records.

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.

Breakfast with Santa

8-10 a.m. — Outback Steakhouse — Cost TBD — Enjoy a festive breakfast and meet Santa in Clermont.

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.