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Beginning Where You End
If you have been following the column recently, you probably notice the Curry family name surfaces periodically. The mansion on the South West corner of Duval and Caroline Streets was originally built as a
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Change is Good
You have probably used, or know someone who has used, a GPS map system to find the best route to a given destination. The new technology is a great comfort to the directionally challenged
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Location, Location, Location
Key West owes much of its success to the island’s location. For example, if you were traveling from Europe to South America in the sixteenth century or on your way from the East Coast
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Swimming in the Streets of Old Town
The oldest house in southern Florida began its life a block or two away on Whitehead Street. Since it was built, the Oldest House has weathered hurricanes, fires and a marine environment. Its resiliency
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Weekly Interview: David Rice
A psychologist who moved to the Keys in 1973 to serve as the first executive director of the Middle Keys Guidance Clinic was tapped to serve as the new mayor of Monroe County. Rice
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Drinking With Tycoons
The restaurant and bar at the corner of Duval and Caroline Streets has seen its share of wealthy and prosperous patrons in its 125 years. Charles Curry, the son of Florida’s first millionaire –
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Where should I park the train?
When Henry Flagler was told that there wasn’t enough land to build the grand terminal he envisioned for his overseas railroad, his response was simple: “Then make some.” J.R. Parrott, Flagler’s right hand man
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Pink is the Word
by Stu Sax Is it just us or what? Everywhere you turn this month there is pink. Pink ribbons. And pink shirts. And pink mugs. And pink flags. And pink lapel pins. They are
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