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