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'Spin-A-Thon' raises scholarship money by riding
publishd: Friday, March 05, 2010
ROXANNE BROWN
Staff Writer
Pig on the Pond has been a community staple for the past 12 years, raising money for local educational scholarships and widening the windows of opportunity for many area students.
Joining the cause for the second year is the "Spin-A-Thon," a dual effort dubbed "S ...
What is your favorite attraction at Pig on the Pond?
publishd: Friday, March 05, 2010
The local vendors are the best things there, I think.
Chris Forbes, with son Christopher
Clermont
I really like the chili tasting, we've always loved that, and we enjoy the music.
Lori Bittner
Clermont
My grand-daughters are the ones who always go, but they like the rid ...
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Turn loose the pigs -- for the Pig on the Pond races
publishd: Friday, March 05, 2010ROXANNE BROWN
Staff Writer
Think the Winter Olympics were competitive?
Robinson's Racing Pigs have been in training for the past year, taking dead aim at these particular races: the Pig on the Pond Sanctioned BBQ Competition and Festival, coming up March 12 and 13.
Last year's Pig on the Po ...
Remember When
publishd: Friday, March 05, 2010Ann Dupee
Correspondent
20 Years Ago - 1990
Clermont Council paved the way for the future expansion of the city limits with the introduction of six ordinances for the annexation of 1292.5 acres of property located east of the current city limits, which includes a 1,200-acre parcel known as th ...
Grassy
publishd: Friday, March 05, 2010courtesy photo
The second grade teachers at Grassy Lake Elementary took the 100th day of school quite seriously as they dramatically aged overnight. The fun didn't stop there though because their students also dressed the part. It was a fun filled educational day as the second graders grouped var ...
Terrific
publishd: Friday, March 05, 2010
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Clermont Elementary School Terrific Kids for Feb. 26
Principal, Cleamstine Caple; Asst. Principal, Steve Boyd; Kiwanian, Linda Smith; Avian Ortiz, Diondre Deans, Marcello Giglio, Andrew Aucoin, Madison Oropesa, Bobby Mondello, Delvin Salaam, Isreal Luna, Sariya Scribner, Baro ...
Cypress
publishd: Friday, March 05, 2010
Cypress Ridge Terrific Kids for Feb. 23
Gene Orr, Brittney Dvoroznak, Emily Stone, Gracie Cayton, C.J. Williams, Bridget Shaffer, Megan Drennan, Devin Gibbons, Ashley Gray, Marie Alvarez, Nathalie Averill, Katy Farmer, Taina Vazquez, Jaiden Dankelman, Owen Turner, Riley Trowbridge, Taylor Brya ...
Government calendar
publishd: Friday, March 05, 2010Monday
-- Groveland City Council meeting: 7 p.m., first and third Mondays, Puryear Building in Groveland. Call 429-2141.
-- Mascotte City Council meeting: 6:30 p.m., first and third Mondays, Mascotte Civic Center in Mascotte. Call 429-3341.
-- Lake County Democratic Black Caucus: meeting, 7 p ...
Volunteer Calendar
publishd: Friday, March 05, 2010
-- Volunteer magicians, children themed musical acts or any form of entertainment geared toward children is sought for the Kids Stage at the Pig on the Pond event on March 13. Those interested should contact Tracy Leighton at 267-3004.
-- Westminster Care of Clermont, 151 E. Minnehaha Ave., i ...
Sports Calendar
publishd: Friday, March 05, 2010Sports Calendar
-- The Minneola Recreation Department announces one of the most respected and experienced soccer training organizations in the United States, Challenger British Soccer Camps, will return this summer to host a soccer camp in Minneola the week of June 14-18, Minneola Athletic Comple ...
School calendar
publishd: Friday, March 05, 2010-- Community Foundation Scholarship Applications are now available at both South Lake High Schools. Graduating High School Seniors from East Ridge High School and South Lake High School can continue to apply for scholarships. Recipients may receive up to $1000 for their college education. Applicatio ...
Leisure Tips
publishd: Friday, March 05, 2010-- Edge Memorial United Methodist Church, 441 S. Main Ave., Groveland, has a "Clothing Closet," open, 9 a.m. to noon every Monday, Wednesday and Friday. For more information call the church at 429-8146.
-- Lake County Library System Branch Libraries in the area have new operating hours: Cagan Cro ...
Health Calendar
publishd: Friday, March 05, 2010-- 24 Hr. Haven of Lake and Sumter Hotline 753-5800.
-- New Vision for Independence, a non-profit agency that provides rehabilitation and support services for individuals with low vision or blindness, is currently seeking donations and support for the New Vision Braille Textbook Drive. Funds are ...
Faith Calendar
publishd: Friday, March 05, 2010
-- Free Friday Flicks for families and kids. Are your children looking for something to do on Friday nights? Are you looking for some place safe for them to go? How about a free movie with free popcorn, free snow cones and free lemonade? All are welcome, including parents, to join us at Edge Memo ...
Community Calendar
publishd: Friday, March 05, 2010-- The City of Minneola will be hosting Minneola Gym Flix on Friday. Doors open at 6 p.m., with the movie starting at 6:45 p.m. All are invited to the City Hall Gymnasium to enjoy an evening of movie viewing of WALL-E on the Big Screen. Admission is free. Blankets and lawn chairs are welcome. The co ...
Decisions, decisions
publishd: Friday, March 05, 2010
The definition of a public servant, in simple terms, is to serve the public. But do they? All too often the line separating public and self service starts dissolving not long after elected officials take office. Decisions are made based not on what's right, but what's politically expedient.
The ...
Club Notes
publishd: Friday, March 05, 2010
-- Winners at the Green Valley CC Womens 9 Holes Group. The Nine "T" Niners game on Feb. 16 was low net score. Winners were 1st, Barb Krikau and 2nd, Glenda Holzman. The game on Feb. 23 was low and high gross on even holes. Winners were: low gross, a tie between Glenda Holzman and Kathy Jac ...
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