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Clermont, Florida Patch AM: a 4 min readGood morning Clermont! We're back in your inbox this morning to keep you in the loop with what's happening in and around town. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- Clermont inmate accused of turning a neighborhood dispute into a murder plot
- See which Clermont first responders were honored at this year’s breakfast.
Also on today's calendar: NTC Swim Practice and 9 more events.
Today's riddle: What do you call cows dancing in the dark 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Saturday: Humid; a stray p.m. t-storm, with a high of 90 and low of 73 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
- Sunday: Humid; an afternoon t-storm, temps: high: 88, low: 73.
- Monday: An afternoon t-storm; humid, with a high of 89 and low of 72 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Sheriff: Clermont man offered fellow inmate $5K to kill witness (orlandosentinel.com) — A Clermont man jailed after an alleged rock-throwing incident on Royal Vista Avenue now faces a new felony charge for allegedly offering a fellow inmate $5,000 to kill a witness. He’s being held without bond as investigators detail prior accusations involving neighborhood disputes, including a separate case where a teen said he was pushed from a dirt bike. 
• SLCC Spotlight Shines On Local First Responders at Annual Appreciation Breakfast (sltablet.com) — Local first responders from Clermont and surrounding South Lake communities were honored at a packed appreciation breakfast at the Clermont Arts and Recreation Center, with Clermont police and fire personnel among those recognized. Community leaders, students, and sponsors joined to present awards, challenge coins, and scholarships, highlighting the daily sacrifices of firefighters, EMTs, deputies, and officers who protect Clermont residents.
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Upcoming Events in
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★ Featured events ★
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Wizards & Wonders Market →
Clermont Arts & Recreation Center, 3700 South Highway 27, Clermont
Sunday September 20
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Other local events
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NTC Swim Practice →
National Training Center, 1701 Vale Dr, Clermont
6:00 am -
Code Enforcement Board →
Clermont City Hall, 685 W. Montrose Street, Clermont
6:00 pm -
Lead Generation Unlocked: 3 AI Lead Magnets You Need RIGHT NOW →
Community Foundation of South Lake County, 2150 Oakley Seaver Drive, Clermont -
AI Is Here. Does Your Organization Have a Plan? →
Community Foundation of South Lake County, 2150 Oakley Seaver Drive, Clermont -
NTC Swim Practice →
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12:00 pm -
Clermont City Council Meeting →
Clermont City Hall, 685 W. Montrose Street, Clermont
3:00 pm -
Business Playbook Evening Edition: AI Is Here. Does Your Organization Have a Plan? →
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Get Dialed In with Travor →
1200 Oakley Seaver Drive, Clermont -
NTC Swim Practice →
National Training Center, 1701 Vale Dr, Clermont
6:00 am -
*Dash Sports Run/Walk →
Dash Sports, 741 W Montrose St, Clermont
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Dash Sports Run/Walk →
Dash Sports, 741 W Montrose St, Clermont
6:30 pm
Monday September 21
Tuesday September 22
Wednesday September 23
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Does anyone know where I can find a delicious cheesecake in Clermont/Minneola?
It's for my husband's birthday and I need a really good one. (Nextdoor Summit Lakes to Lakeshore) - I'm looking to hire a babysitter for my 5-year-old son.
Need someone experienced with kids and okay with $25/hr. If interested, please send me a message. (Nextdoor Downtown Clermont)
- Equity LifeStyle Properties posted a job opening for Housekeeper in Clermont. Apply here.
- Chick-fil-A posted a job opening for Part Time Back of House Team Member in Clermont. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Clermont here.
🗞 Nearby News
Minneola
- Minneola residents say road project vibrations are shaking homes; Lake County says levels are below legal limit (clickorlando.com)
- Battle of the Breakthroughs: Undefeated Gateway Visits Surging Poinciana in Week 5's Marquee Matchup (positivelyosceola.com)
Montverde
- Montverde Academy golfer Michael Frasure chasing unfinished business (heraldtribune.com)
Groveland
- Groveland to distribute more water Thursday amid boil water advisory (clickorlando.com)
Ok Clermont! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Night Moo-s (Thank you John S. for sending it in!)
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