Digest

Incumbent is first candidate for appraiser

By Times Staff Writer
Published October 3, 2007

Hernando County Property Appraiser Alvin Mazourek announced Tuesday that he will seek a fourth term in 2008. Mazourek, a Republican who was first elected in 1996, noted that his office was cited this year by the Florida Department of Revenue for its efficiency and the accuracy of its assessments. Among his accomplishments during the past three terms, he listed improved appraisal and mapping systems, a full-service office on the west side of the county, a centralized addressing system and an improved Web site. "Mr. Mazourek would like the opportunity to continue serving and working in the field that he has made a lifetime commitment to," his announcement said. So far, Mazourek is the only announced candidate.

Beware of hunters during season

Trails in the Withlacoochee State Forest will remain open during all phases of the various hunting seasons, which continue through Jan. 6. This change was adopted to come into compliance with Florida National Scenic Trail guidelines. All trail users are urged to avoid use during the first two weeks of the muzzle-loading and general gun seasons, which start Oct. 13 and Oct. 27 respectively. Trail users are also advised to wear fluorescent orange-colored clothing to be more visible. For information, call the Withlacoochee Forestry Center at 754-6896.

Today's meetings

Mid-Florida Community Services Governing Board, 10 a.m., 820 Kennedy Blvd., Brooksville.

Hernando County Commission, 4 p.m., Hernando County Government Center, 20 N Main St., Brooksville.

Hernando County Port Authority, 7 p.m., Linda Pedersen Park at Jenkins Creek, 6340 Shoal Line Blvd., Hernando Beach.

Today's pick

Wine and hors d'ouevres reception for artist Lynn Simone: 7 to 9 p.m., Easy Street Home Decor, 838 E Jefferson St., Brooksville. Free. 848-0177.

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