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Clermont’s 2021 Sips and Salsa Event

@ Waterfront Park | Photos: Nicole Hamel. Clermont’s third annual Sips and Salsa Festival at Waterfront Park was back by popular demand on Sept. 18, drawing crowds of hundreds to celebrate Hispanic culture. The free family-friendly event showcased a variety…

Local Talent: Picture perfect

Shooting beautiful sunrises, landscapes, scenic golf courses, real estate, has become Matthew Majka’s passion. Photo: Nicole Hamel Visit mdcmphotography.com and one can’t help but be captivated by the breathtaking landscapes and golf courses Mount Dora photographer Matthew Majka has captured…

Lake County Partnership Awards

@ Venetian Center | Photos: Cindy Peterson. Some of Leesburg residents, organizations, and businesses were recognized for their community contributions on Sept. 29 as the Leesburg Partnership hosted its 27th annual awards and installation dinner at the beautiful Venetian Center…

15th Annual Stepping Out for Education

Photos: Nicole Hamel – The Education Foundation of Lake County’s 15th annual Stepping Out for Education benefit, a local version of “Dancing with the Stars,” was a huge success on July 23-24 at Clermont Performing Arts Center. Lake County Schools Assistant…

First Responder’s Appreciation Day

Photos: Nicole Hamel. Local heroes were honored on Sept. 11 during the First Responder’s Appreciation Day at Sunsational Farms in Umatilla. The free event featured music, food trucks, law enforcement officials, and other guests visiting the Memorial Flag Garden to…

Grand Opening of UF Health Orthopaedics Leesburg

Photos: Nicole Hamel. University of Florida Health celebrated the opening of UF Health Orthopaedics –Leesburg, located at 701 Medical Plaza Drive, which is available for residents’ orthopaedics needs. During the grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony on Aug. 31, guests learned…

Attractions: Explore ‘Real Florida’

Friends of Lake Griffin tour guides lead daytime and moonlight canoe and kayak tours on local waterways. Photos provided by Linda Morrison. Just off bustling U.S. Highway 441/27 in Fruitland Park nestles the peaceful tranquility of Lake Griffin State Park,…