JJ Grow bests Judith Vowels to win HD 23 open seat
JJ Grow’s quest for the House took shape two years ago and culminated Tuesday night with a resounding win.
Grow, an Inverness Republican, easily defeated Democrat Judith Vowels to win election in House District 23, representing Citrus County and the Dunnellon area of Marion County.
“I love that you have picked me to represent you in the Florida capital!” Grow told enthusiastic supporters Tuesday night.
Grow won with 74% of the vote.
Grow had widespread community support during an election year when the House race barely registered a blip on the Citrus County political scene.
Outgoing Rep. Ralph Massullo, who faced his eight-year term limit, supported Grow. Same with other Citrus County elect...
