Brad Bertelli
Brad Bertelli is an author, speaker, Florida Keys historian, and Honorary Conch who has been writing about the local history for two decades. Brad has called the Florida Keys home since 2001. He is the author of eight books, including The Florida Keys Skunk Ape Files, a book of historical fiction that blends two of his favorite subjects, the local history and Florida’s Bigfoot, the Skunk Ape. His latest book, Florida Keys History with Brad Bertelli, Volume 1, shares fascinating glimpses into the rich and sometimes surprising histories of the Florida Keys. To satisfy your daily history fix, join his Facebook group Florida Keys History with Brad Bertelli.
KEYS HISTORY: RAILWAY PAVES WAY FOR A DRIVE ON THE STRETCH
When driving in and out of the Florida Keys, most people take the 18-Mile Stretch. It is usually the fastest route. Card Sound Road...
KEYS HISTORY: INFRASTRUCTURE INVESTMENTS BROUGHT A NEW ERA
Several months ago, I was driving home from the Fort Lauderdale airport. It was late afternoon when I exited the turnpike and rolled into...
KEYS HISTORY: EXPECT BIGGER & BETTER STORIES IN THESE UPCOMING BOOKS
People say that the older you get, the faster time flies. They know exactly what they’re talking about because, just like that, Christmas has...
KEYS HISTORY: 2024 IN A CONCH SHELL
And just like that, next week it’s Christmas. It’s the time of year when I reflect on what has and has not transpired over...
KEYS HISTORY: SNOWBIRDS IN THE SUNSHINE STATE
“Snowbird” is a more interesting word than it might first appear.
The history of the word, too, is curious, so thank you, David Sloan, for...
Popular
Education
KEYS SCHOOL DISTRICT GETS ‘A’ GRADE
Monroe County School District announced on July 7 that...
Arts & Entertainment Upper Keys
CORAL SHORES’ ZLOCKIE TAKES DANCE TALENTS TO NEW YORK CITY
Following a string of acceptances to prestigious dance schools,...
Arts & Entertainment Key West
SOMEONE YOU SHOULD KNOW: THE CREATIVE WORLD OF MICHAEL MARRERO
For Michael Marrero, one creative medium could never be...
Arts & Entertainment Key West
WHAT’S COOKING KEY WEST? CULINARY ADVENTURES SEASON KEY WEST’S SUMMER
When chef Andrew Berman says he plans to prepare...
Environment
RECYCLING: BREAK FREE FROM PLASTIC DEPENDENCE THIS JULY
Plastic-Free July is a nationwide movement that encourages individuals,...
