Long-Time Jackson Co. Register Of Deeds Kim Barham To Retire

After 20 years in office, Jackson County’s Register of Deeds Kim Barham will retire.

Barham said after spending her life working with the public in various capacities, she decided to run for office at the encouragement of her husband.

“So I thought I would, and I did, and I looked up and won the office of Register of Deeds in 2002,” Barham said. “I’ve enjoyed serving the citizens of Jackson County. It’s been a pleasure.”

Barham said as far as she knows, she is the first woman to have been elected to the position. She said she decided that although emotional, this was the right time for her to step away.

Barham said while she doesn’t know exactly what’s next, she’s looking forward to whatever comes her way. She will be superseded by Michelle Hix, who won the August 4th election.