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: School board salutes 20 years for retiring chair John Dick
A pre-meeting reception on Sept. 8 heralded the Sept. 9 retirement of the Monroe County School Board’s longest-tenured member, as staff, friends and board...
On the anniversary of 9/11, first responders in the Middle Keys tell us why they serve
When a first responder answers a 911 call, there’s no telling where it will lead or what the day will require of them. But...
In pictures: 5K & concert party salute first military and responders at Hawks Cay
On the weekend before the anniversary of 9/11, Hawks Cay Resort put on a celebration to honor those who continue a tradition of selfless...
Marathon council approves contract with Williams in 3-2 decision
After nearly seven months of uncertainty and controversy over the selection process, Marathon has its permanent city manager.
With a 3-2 vote after more than...
Top 10: The worst fantasy football punishments for last-place finishers
When you put a bunch of football-crazed lunatics together, the hijinks and hilarity don’t stop. With the close of the NFL preseason on Aug....
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Marine Corps captain dies during Raider training in Key West
Garrett Pearson, a 30-year-old Marine captain and former Virginia...
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School board remembers John Padget, honors outgoing member John Dick
The Oct. 6 meeting of the Monroe County school...
Upper Keys News
Join the first Sea Shanty Sing-Along at History of Diving Museum Saturday
Discover the musical traditions of life at sea during...
