Would eliminate perception of bias. ...more

July 7, 2008

An Oakwood Village resident appointed Tuesday to the Live Oak I Community Development District Board of Supervisors is making plans to seek an elected seat on the board in November. ...more

June 14, 2008

Fifth Circuit Judge Kurt Hitzemann wants to stick around for another term. ...more

January 26, 2008

SEBRING — Highlands County Clerk of Courts Luke Brooker announced Friday morning that he would not seek re-election in 2008. According to Highlands County Courthouse Director of Court Services Bob Germaine, Brooker made the announcement during an employee of the year meeting, saying that he wants to focus on his family after his term expires in January 2009. "Luke's been here for a long time, and he's been an excellent boss," said Germaine. "I think it came down to wanting to be able to spend more time with his family. He wants to focus on his grandchildren and his health." Brooker, who has been elected to serve for four terms, could not be reached for comment Friday. Brooker originally took office in January 1993. He ran unopposed in 1996 and had opposition in 2000 and 2004. ...more

December 22, 2007