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Charlie Ferrer

Publisher of The South Laker

The Week Ahead

🟠 Lake County Rejects Gas Tax & Groveland's Smoked Pork Ramen

Jun 14, 2026

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5 min read

🟠 Lake County Rejects Gas Tax & Groveland's Smoked Pork Ramen

Plus: A Downtown Clermont overhaul, Juneteenth celebrations approach, and this week's top home listings.

Charlie Ferrer
Charlie Ferrer

The Weekend Countdown

🟠 A County Gas Tax Hike & Authentic NY-style Pizza

Jun 11, 2026

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5 min read

🟠 A County Gas Tax Hike & Authentic NY-style Pizza

PLUS: The 2050 master blueprint, a local tech repair shortlist, and celebrating 70 years of the Citrus Tower

Charlie Ferrer
Charlie Ferrer

The Week Ahead

🟠 A Special Community Celebration & The Best Cuban Sandwich

Jun 7, 2026

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4 min read

🟠 A Special Community Celebration & The Best Cuban Sandwich

Plus: A Contested Minneola Annexation, Tax Code Overhaul in Lake County, and Martini Night

Charlie Ferrer
Charlie Ferrer

The Weekend Countdown

🟠 Jerk Festival Returns, The Best Local Pizza Spots, & Weekend Fun

Jun 3, 2026

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5 min read

🟠 Jerk Festival Returns, The Best Local Pizza Spots, & Weekend Fun

PLUS: Surging water bills, local homes on the market, and meet Kelp!

Charlie Ferrer
Charlie Ferrer

The Week Ahead

🟠 Road Expansions, Japanese-Brazilian Fusion & A Murder Mystery

May 31, 2026

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4 min read

🟠 Road Expansions, Japanese-Brazilian Fusion & A Murder Mystery

Plus: Hartwood Marsh gets the green light to fight gridlock, Kingdom Sushi hits Clermont, and 12+ local events

Charlie Ferrer
Charlie Ferrer

The Weekend Countdown

🟠 $1,000 Fines & Roman Pizza in South Lake

May 28, 2026

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5 min read

🟠 $1,000 Fines & Roman Pizza in South Lake

PLUS: Why code violation penalties might skyrocket, where to find the best coffee, and a 72-hour fermented crust you have to try

Charlie Ferrer
Charlie Ferrer

The Week Ahead

🟠 Lake County's Largest New Park & Elite Gas Station Tacos

May 24, 2026

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🟠 Lake County's Largest New Park & Elite Gas Station Tacos

Plus: South Lake Regional Park grand opening, Hidden gem Mexican food at Los Hachones, Local Memorial Day remembrance ceremonies and weekend events

Charlie Ferrer
Charlie Ferrer

The Weekend Countdown

🟠 Honoring the Fallen, Al Pastor Tacos & Winery Tunes

May 21, 2026

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5 min read

🟠 Honoring the Fallen, Al Pastor Tacos & Winery Tunes

PLUS: Lake County's 2050 growth blueprint, an end of an era in Minneola, and holiday berry picking

Charlie Ferrer
Charlie Ferrer

The Week Ahead

🟠 The Ride of Silence & Scratch-Made Bagels

May 17, 2026

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5 min read

🟠 The Ride of Silence & Scratch-Made Bagels

Plus: Emergency water restrictions declared, new Clermont homes, and unique leftover trail race

Charlie Ferrer
Charlie Ferrer

The Weekend Countdown

🟠 Lake County Drought Drills & Oxtail Thrills

May 14, 2026

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5 min read

🟠 Lake County Drought Drills & Oxtail Thrills

PLUS: Phase III Water Shortage Order, Clermont Wine Stroll, Ocho Rios Jamaican Restaurant

Charlie Ferrer
Charlie Ferrer

The Week Ahead

🟠 Minneola’s Mayor Steps Down & A Groveland Sushi Gem

May 10, 2026

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4 min read

🟠 Minneola’s Mayor Steps Down & A Groveland Sushi Gem

Plus: Minneola prepares for a major leadership shift, celebrating world-champion robotics, and two beautiful local homes hitting the market.

Charlie Ferrer
Charlie Ferrer

The Weekend Countdown

🟠 Rural Development Loophole &  Mother’s Day Cheat Sheet

May 7, 2026

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5 min read

🟠 Rural Development Loophole & Mother’s Day Cheat Sheet

PLUS: Lake County cracks down on open space rules, where to shop local for Mom, and why Courtney Rector is making South Lake proud.

Charlie Ferrer
Charlie Ferrer

The Week Ahead

🟠 Big Awards, Brisket Burgers, & Cinco de Mayo

May 3, 2026

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4 min read

🟠 Big Awards, Brisket Burgers, & Cinco de Mayo

Plus: A $250k community grant, East Ridge High’s star principal, and your guide to spring u-picks.

Charlie Ferrer
Charlie Ferrer

The Weekend Countdown

🟠 Stop Sprinting & Derby Day Celebrations

Apr 30, 2026

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5 min read

🟠 Stop Sprinting & Derby Day Celebrations

PLUS: A Carpenters Tribute Concert, Southern soul food at Lingo’s, and Clermont homes under $340k

Charlie Ferrer
Charlie Ferrer

The Week Ahead

🟠 Spring Blooms, Run For Hope, & Chimichangas

Apr 26, 2026

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5 min read

🟠 Spring Blooms, Run For Hope, & Chimichangas

Plus: Cinco de Mayo Celebration, a Kentucky Derby Charity Event, and a massive 7-bed Clermont Find

Charlie Ferrer
Charlie Ferrer

The Weekend Countdown

🟠 Burnout Hotspot, Tacos, & Earth Day

Apr 23, 2026

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5 min read

🟠 Burnout Hotspot, Tacos, & Earth Day

PLUS: Why the commute struggle is officially real, where to find the best Quesabirria tacos, and your full weekend schedule

Charlie Ferrer
Charlie Ferrer

The Week Ahead

🟠 Blueberry Bliss, Anime Night Market, & A Local BBQ Gem

Apr 19, 2026

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5 min read

🟠 Blueberry Bliss, Anime Night Market, & A Local BBQ Gem

Plus: The South Lake Food Pantry needs our help + 20 fun events to fill your week.

Charlie Ferrer
Charlie Ferrer

The Weekend Countdown

🟠 David vs. Goliath Win & 15+ South Lake Events

Apr 16, 2026

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5 min read

🟠 David vs. Goliath Win & 15+ South Lake Events

PLUS: The Lake County Commission's big vote, major real estate updates, and your complete weekend lineup.

Charlie Ferrer
Charlie Ferrer

The Week Ahead

🟠 The April Garden Secret & 20+ Fun Events This Week

Apr 12, 2026

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5 min read

🟠 The April Garden Secret & 20+ Fun Events This Week

Plus: How to survive the Florida sun, local Jazz festivals, and two Clermont homes you have to see.

Charlie Ferrer
Charlie Ferrer

The Weekend Countdown

🟠 The Perfect NY Slice & Weekend Vibes

Apr 9, 2026

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5 min read

🟠 The Perfect NY Slice & Weekend Vibes

PLUS: Groveland’s growth plans, CAVA poll results, and Firefly Nights

Charlie Ferrer
Charlie Ferrer

The Week Ahead

🟠 Big News for Clermont & 20+ South Lake Events

Apr 5, 2026

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5 min read

🟠 Big News for Clermont & 20+ South Lake Events

Plus: CAVA updates, u-pick blueberries, and local ways to give back.

Charlie Ferrer
Charlie Ferrer

The Weekend Countdown

🟠 Easter Egg Hunts & Wood-Fired Pizza

Apr 2, 2026

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4 min read

🟠 Easter Egg Hunts & Wood-Fired Pizza

PLUS: The launch of 'The Catch,' SR 33 road alerts, and local weekend events.

Charlie Ferrer
Charlie Ferrer

The Week Ahead

🟠 Puppy Pals LIVE & Food Fests

Mar 29, 2026

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5 min read

🟠 Puppy Pals LIVE & Food Fests

Plus: U-Pick strawberries, Easter Egg hunts, and affordable homes in Clermont

Charlie Ferrer
Charlie Ferrer

The Weekend Countdown

🟠 Founder's Day Celebration & 25+ South Lake Events

Mar 26, 2026

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5 min read

🟠 Founder's Day Celebration & 25+ South Lake Events

PLUS: The Michael's Foundation details, legendary fish & chips, and lakeside pool homes.

Charlie Ferrer
Charlie Ferrer

The Week Ahead

🟠 Pig On The Pond & Half-Pound Cookies

Mar 22, 2026

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5 min read

🟠 Pig On The Pond & Half-Pound Cookies

Plus: The South Lake Trail expands, two must-see Clermont homes, and meeting Kermit the dog.

Charlie Ferrer
Charlie Ferrer
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