It happens in every election; the candidates spend eye-popping amounts of money to get in - or remain in - an office that pays a relatively small salary. ...more

November 23, 2008 |

After a race that was occasionally punishing but ultimately rewarding, incumbent Sheriff Susan Benton won her bid for a second term. ...more

November 5, 2008 |

Scott Thompson of Winter Haven has deep roots in Florida citrus and ranching. He is from the third generation citrus growers, cattle ranchers and farmers. ...more

October 12, 2008 |

So far, State Sen. J.D. Alexander has raised $337,000 against Scott Thompson, who has yet to gather $10,000. ...more

August 25, 2008 |

LAKE PLACID — The Lake Placid junior peewee football team advanced to the opening round of the state playoffs with a 31-6 victory over Sebring in the Heartland Pop Warner junior peewee finals last week. The Dragons finished the regular season 7-0, outscoring their opponents 164-6. ...more

November 2, 2007 |