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: AMERICAN LEGION TOYS FOR TOTS RIDE
On Dec. 11, two truck beds full of toys for children in need received a thunderous escort of nearly 20 riders on motorcycles and...
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR THE SALVATION ARMY RED KETTLE CAMPAIGN IN THE KEYS
At this point, the red kettles and ringing bells of the Salvation Army are a worldwide symbol of giving during the holiday season. This...
“GRIND, GIVE, REPEAT”: MARATHON ROTARY CLUB CELEBRATES 60 YEARS
60 years of service above self.
The Rotary Club of Marathon has plenty of reason for celebration in 2021 as it marks its 60th anniversary...
IN PICTURES: MARATHON ROTARY CLUB HOLDS 60TH ANNIVERSARY BANQUET
Honoring the club’s six decades of giving back to the Marathon community, the Marathon Rotary Club celebrated its 60th anniversary with a banquet on...
IN PICTURES: SANTA’S VISIT TO COLDWELL BANKER SCHMITT DRAWS CROWD
A rare forecast of snow preceded Santa and Mrs. Claus’ arrival at Coldwell Banker Schmitt’s Marathon office on Friday, Dec. 3. Sponsored by Coldwell...
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