Barry Gaukel
Started my photojournalist at age 14 with the prestigious “Mustang News” (Gardner Jr. High newsletter). I spent 25 years as a Firefighter/Paramedic for the City of Lansing, retiring to the Keys in 2006 with my wife Lori to open Shady Palm Art Gallery & Photography in Marathon. www.Shadypalmphotography.com
Coral Shores triumphs in opener – Good game for local high school teams
The Marathon Dolphins hosted the Hurricanes of Coral Shores High School for their 2020 season opener on Oct. 2. The Hurricanes got off to...
SENIOR NIGHT
Marathon High School celebrated the seniors of its varsity volleyball team on Sept. 29. Celine Ponzoa (with flowers, left) and Cecily Ozbun are pictured...
MARATHON HIGH SCHOOL HOSTS XCOUNTRY MEET
Marathon hosted Key West and Coral Shores in their first home cross country meet of the season. The Lady Fins Rain Banks crossed the...
MHS players practicing on the field
The Marathon High School football team has started practice in preparation for its home opener on Friday, Oct. 2. With a roster of more...
RAISING THE BEAM – Hospital construction moves forward
Fishermen’s Community Hospital hosts a small celebration as the last beam of the hospital is lifted into place on June 10. The hospital was...
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Keys History: The origin of Fantasy Fest
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