Alex Rickert
Alex Rickert made the perfectly natural career progression from dolphin trainer to newspaper editor in 2021 after freelancing for Keys Weekly while working full time at Dolphin Research Center. A resident of Marathon since 2015, he fell in love with the Florida Keys community by helping multiple organizations and friends rebuild in the wake of Hurricane Irma. An avid runner, actor, and spearfisherman, he spends as much of his time outside of work on or under the sea having civil disagreements with sharks.
IN PICTURES: MHS STUDENTS SHOW OFF ART, MUSICAL TALENT IN WINTER CONCERT
Marathon’s musical middle and high school students showcased their talent on Dec. 7 at MMHS’s 2021 Winter Music Concert, directed by Spencer Oyster. The...
SANTA’S HIGHLIGHTS & LOWLIGHTS
All men and women may be created equal, but let’s face it…all Christmas presents certainly are not. Whether Christmas morning brings unimaginable delight, disappointment,...
IN PICTURES: MARATHON VARSITY SOCCER TAKES ON CONCHS
On Dec. 16, a Monroe County rivalry made its way to the Marathon stadium as the Key West Conchs traveled to face the Marathon...
IN PICTURES: KEY COLONY BEACH LIGHTED BOAT PARADE
Electricity and water usually don’t mix. Unless, of course, it’s the Key Colony Beach boat parade. On Dec. 12, dozens of cars lined Sadowski...
IN PICTURES: MARATHON’S BEST HOLIDAY LIGHTS
Marathon’s neighborhoods may be more spread out than most around the country, but as December rolls around there are plenty of holiday lights to...
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