Keys History: Recalling the railways and the Labor Day Hurricane of 1935
It is safe to say that Henry Flagler was tickled when his private railcar, the Flagler Special, rolled into the Key West station at...
What’s Cooking Key West: Cuban coffee adds zest to caffeinated martinis
Located closer to Cuba than to the U.S. mainland, Key West began welcoming its Cuban neighbors in the early 1830s. Many were cigarmakers, and...
Good Health Clinic’s Big Kahuna Reveal set for Oct. 10 with a ‘Mo’Rockin’ theme
Good Health Clinic’s 2026 Big Kahuna Reveal & Celebration will take place Saturday, Oct. 10, at Founders Park Beach in Islamorada. This year’s theme...
Key West Back in the Day: The duck on a stick
One of the best birthday presents I ever bought anybody was a duck on a stick. It wasn't a decision involving long forethought. After all,...
Upcoming service in Islamorada remembers Labor Day Hurricane of 1935
The Matecumbe Historical Trust will hold its annual Labor Day Service on Monday, Sept. 7 at 9 a.m. at the Islamorada Hurricane Monument, MM...
Local hip-hop artist joins grand marshals of Fantasy Fest parade
Editor’s Note: T-minus 51 days until the 2026 Fantasy Fest parade. Join the Keys Weekly each week for exclusive Fantasy Fest features highlighting the...
Clash of Chins: Best Beard finalists make their case as Best of Marathon voting...
We’re so glad we added this category. Three of the Middle Keys’ most magnificent manes are going whisker-to-whisker for Best Beard supremacy in the 2026...
Baby’s Coffee prompts a happy buzz with new Old Town location
A buzzy chatter filled Baby’s Coffee Tuesday afternoon on Fleming Street, where curious customers were delighted to find the long-awaited downtown location open, inviting...
TDC to fund Florida Keys fireworks displays in 2027 and beyond
Fireworks shows across the Florida Keys are getting a boost from the Monroe County Tourist Development Council in 2027 and beyond. At the council’s Aug....
State orders removal of plate cameras used to fight crime, locate the missing
For decades, law enforcement agencies in Florida have utilized a key piece of equipment to track and arrest criminals. They’re known as automated license plate...
