Key West philanthropist John Padget dies at 89
It was sometime around 1998 when John Padget spoke at a Key West Chamber of Commerce lunch in the Casa Marina’s grand ballroom.
At the...
Explore academic opportunities: CFK Virtual Academic Showcase is set for Sept. 24
The College of the Florida Keys (CFK) is hosting a virtual academic showcase for anyone thinking about next steps toward a career or credential to...
School board approves budget, talks potential increase for superintendent
Monroe County School Board members approved a 2026-27 school budget and debated superintendent Ed Tierney’s salary during the Sept. 8 meeting at Marathon High...
Former College of the Florida Keys president challenges firing
The former president of the College of the Florida Keys is contesting his July 20 termination, and has requested an administrative hearing so a...
School board approves tentative budget; gives superintendent glowing review in year one
Monroe County School Board members approved a proposed spending plan for the next fiscal year and a millage rate during an Aug. 25 meeting...
Keys schools earn ‘Ocean Guardian’ designation from NOAA
Monroe County School District was recognized on Aug. 8 as the first NOAA Ocean Guardian school district on the East Coast during a community...
New principal takes charge of Plantation Key School
Maida Court originally applied to Plantation Key School to teach English and was instead recruited to be the assistant principal. Now, nine years later,...
In Pictures: Marathon High & Switlik welcome students back on first day of school
The start of the 2026-27 school year began before dawn at Marathon High School on Aug. 12.
The Class of 2027 held their annual Senior...
Learning to Teaching: College students become dive instructors
Four diving students at the College of the Florida Keys have advanced from the role of student to instructor. Each successfully completed the Professional...
Keys schools are back; sheriff’s office has several safety reminders
The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office will be out in force this week with safety in mind as children return to school beginning Wednesday morning.
Deputies...
