Oxitec tests halted; Keys next?
November 17, 2018
The government of the Cayman Islands has halted the release of genetically modified mosquitoes, and opponents of the project in the Florida Keys argue the project should be stopped here as...more
= Denotes Subscription RequiredSculptor volunteers to restore gravestones
November 17, 2018
Simon P. Kemp lived in Key West for some or all of his 84 years. His gravestone at the Key West Cemetery says he was born in 1861 and died in 1945.But prior to Friday, no one who passed the...more
Cates: ‘Mayor Emeritus’?
November 17, 2018
A relatively benign agenda awaits Mayor Teri Johnston, who will preside over her first City Commission meeting at 6 p.m. Tuesday, the day after she takes the oath of office.One of the first items...more
News
County to vote on Sugarloaf ROGO request
The Monroe County Commission will decide Tuesday whether to set aside 88 state-issued building allocations for two affordable housing projects on Sugarloaf Key.Key West restaurateur Joe Walsh...more
Former officer arrested for trespassing at school
November 17, 2018The Key West Police Department arrested a former officer on Thursday after he was seen trespassing on school district property.Dennis Edwin Ryan, 41, was charged with two counts of trespassing on...more
Marathon marina honored by Marinalife publication
November 17, 2018MARATHON — Marathon Marina, an oceanfront marina and RV resort, is a winner in Marinalife’s ninth annual Best Marina Contest. The winners are determined by a six-month survey of...more
The Wright family satisfies customers at the first Miami Subs
November 17, 2018Starting a business in Key West is fairly easy. Dozens of people offering dozens of products and services open up shop every year.Few survive to celebrate their first anniversary, because staying...more
Undercover operation leads to crack cocaine bust
November 16, 2018A three-month investigation by the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office led to the arrest of a Florida City man on Thursday for selling crack cocaine in Marathon.Kevens Baret, 31, was charged with four...more
Bookings for 11/18/18 All charges are preliminary
Man arrested for child molestation
November 17, 2018A Key Largo man was arrested on Thursday for the sexual abuse of an underage girl after the incident was reported by one of the victim’s family members.Robert Garrett Nelson, 32, was charged with lewd and lascivious behavior/molestation of a victim under the age of 12.According to the report, the victim notified her family member, who then went to the...more
“Something must be done to bring about actual change, other than just a lot of people being rightly outraged. Anyone who was compelled by the city to pay fines (or a percentage thereof) that the city employee was excused from (in the thousands of dollars) should sue to have their payments returned, under the statute of equal protection under the law. Blatant corruption cannot be...more
Man arrested for child molestation
November 17, 2018A Key Largo man was arrested on Thursday for the sexual abuse of an underage girl after the incident was reported by one of the victim’s family members.Robert Garrett Nelson, 32, was charged with lewd and lascivious behavior/molestation of a victim under the age of 12.According to the report, the victim notified her family member, who then went to the...more
“Something must be done to bring about actual change, other than just a lot of people being rightly outraged. Anyone who was compelled by the city to pay fines (or a percentage thereof) that the city employee was excused from (in the thousands of dollars) should sue to have their payments returned, under the statute of equal protection under the law. Blatant corruption cannot be...more
Key Largo, Islamorada, Marathon & Big Pine News
Cannon find may be part of ‘bigger story’
KEY LARGO — Even in one of the world’s most-visited dive destinations, the ocean off the Florida Keys can reveal new discoveries.“When I first saw it, I thought it couldn’t be real,” said Jen...more
Councilman looks to close deadly pass
November 14, 2018ISLAMORADA — A local councilman wants to ban his own boat from a narrow channel off Whale Harbor, along with other motorized craft.“I’m a guilty offender myself,” Village Councilman Mike Forster...more
Early morning crash fatal for pedestrian
November 14, 2018MARATHON — An early morning traffic incident left a man dead last Friday morning after he was struck by a passing vehicle on U.S. 1.Around 6:30 a.m., a pedestrian was walking on the northbound...more
Homestead hunter lands biggest python
November 14, 2018HOMESTEAD — One of the South Florida Water Management District’s snake hunters last week killed the largest Burmese python caught so far in the state — a 17-foot, 5-inch female weighing 120...more
Lease of reservoir land called ‘shameful’
November 14, 2018SOUTH FLORIDA — Everglades advocates and Florida’s potential next governor this week objected to an unexpected lease extension granted to a sugar company farming the site of a future reservoir —...more
Editorials
Citizens’ Voice: Nov. 19
“Regarding the ‘Heritage Tree Program’ article: The facts are this program was brought forth by a handful of local ‘tree activists’ determined to save trees from...more
Response team targets shops
November 17, 2018Cosmetic shops in Key West have a well-known reputation for verbally harassing pedestrians, using high-pressure sales tactics and taking advantage of seniors, especially women.These cosmetic...more
Thank you, Key West
November 17, 2018I feel like I constantly repeat myself when saying this, but I think this is the most amazing small town in the country! The next day after Hurricane Michael hit the Panhandle, I sat at my desk...more
Cheers and Jeers
November 10, 2018Cheers: to Mayor Craig Cates for his 10-year tenure at the helm of the Key West city government. Cates is an ardent supporter of the community and has devoted his time to countless causes over...more
Snowbirds gardening in Paradise
November 10, 2018Timing is everything in so many things and gardening is no exception. Full-time residents of the Keys enjoy myriad delights of the summer – glorious blooming shrubs and bountiful quantities of...more
Sports
Despite injured starters, Lady ‘Canes physically strong entering season or Despite injured starters, Hurricanes physically/mentally strong this year or Hurricanes physically/mentally strong despite injuries to two key starters
The lineup will be thin at first for the Coral Shores High girls soccer team, but they began the season with a victory on Thursday night at home.The Lady Hurricanes are without the co-2017 Monroe...more
Garcia’s intensity and drive made him a standout for the Conchs
November 17, 2018From the first time Jesse Garcia stepped onto the Key West high football field, his work ethic did not go unnoticed — so much so that by the time he was a sophomore, the Conchs’ h-back on offense...more
Lady Conchs have potential but must find way to develop grit
November 17, 2018The season started off much better for the Key West High girls soccer team and second-year head coach Tom Bellingham.The Lady Conchs took an easy 4-1 win over District 16-2A opponent Florida...more
Tournament inspired by 41st US President George Bush honors war heroes, benefits Florida Keys fishing guides
November 17, 2018ISLAMORADA — Cheeca Lodge and Spa recently announced results of its sixth annual All American Backcountry Fishing Tournament, held Nov. 8-10, in Islamorada. The event gathered the industry’s...more
What they lack in skill, Lady Fins make up with emotion, purpose
November 17, 2018Third-year Marathon High girls soccer coach Kelly Struyf has a good idea of her team’s strengths and what needs work after their 6-0 win against Archbishop Carroll on Wednesday night at home.The...more