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Book Club: ‘Luna, a Dog Named After the Moon’

Villager Diane Dean helps a puppy ‘tell’ her story about living in Hollywood. Diane Dean has written short stories about animals like horses, cats and goldfish. But she was uniquely inspired by her son’s family dog, Luna, and their life…

City of clermont’s finance director to retire after 34 years

The City of Clermont’s finance director, Joe Van Zile, is set to retire this month after 34 years of service, according to a press release. Van Zile was recognized by the city manager, mayor and council during the Dec. 10…

Clermont to honor Fire Chief Bishop on his retirement after 49 years

Clermont’s longest tenured volunteer-turned-employee is retiring. After 49 years with the Clermont Fire Department, Fire Chief Carle Bishop will be honored at the start of the 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 8, City Council meeting, a news release states. The public…

Groveland fire chief Willie Morgan to retire after new complex is built

The construction of a new public safety complex in Groveland will signal the beginning of one era and the end of another. Willie Morgan, Groveland’s first and only fire chief, will retire from the department after serving as construction project…

It’s alive! It’s Clermont’s downtown after 5!

Shake off the rainstorm doldrums today and come alive. Downtown Clermont’s nightlife is ramping up. Starting Aug. 1, the city’s shopping district will be Alive After 5 every Thursday afternoon, courtesy of the Clermont Downtown Partnership with the support of…

After ‘Now. Here. This.,’ Studio Theatre prepares for summer shows, fourth season

Studio Theatre at Tierra Del Sol in The Villages, 806 San Marino Drive, features outstanding performers, shows, and musicals that are worth seeing, even productions that are a short run. Theatergoers were treated to a stellar performance by the talented…

After fire, Melody needs a home

In order to boost adoption efforts at the Lake County Animal Shelter, Elisha Pappacoda, public information officer for Lake County, is highlighting pooches in need of a home. Melody, an 8-month-old pup, came to the shelter with 18 of her…