Rallies planned for Aug. 29 to defend endangered species protections
The Endangered Species Coalition, Oceana and the Surfrider Foundation will assemble elected officials, concerned residents, business leaders, fishing families, dive operators and other Florida...
Sheriff’s traffic enforcement unit awarded for crash reduction
Monroe County Sheriff Rick Ramsay recently announced the sheriff’s office traffic enforcement unit was awarded first place in their category as part of the...
Violent felon violates probation in robbery case, gets 15 years prison
In a recent case, County Judge Derek Lewis sentenced Keith Devon White after he resolved three separate felony cases in Monroe County. White admitted...
Keys tourism agency launches summer savings campaign to draw visitors
What if the best time to experience the Florida Keys & Key West wasn’t during peak season?
Late summer and early fall offer travelers a...
Is your social media feed working for you or against you?
Have you ever opened social media to check one thing, only to realize 45 minutes have disappeared? You’re not alone.
Social media platforms are designed...
County clears more trash from Florida Keys conservation land
Monroe County's ongoing efforts to safeguard environmentally sensitive lands recently reached another milestone, as crews and volunteers removed about 2,580 pounds of illegally accumulated...
Precious metals: Monroe County leaders share history and heart behind challenge coins
When Cory Schwisow leaves the house, he rarely walks out the door without a small but meaningful item in his pocket: a military challenge...
Meet fire historian Alex Vega: Keeper of the flame
During his 30-year career as a second-generation Key West firefighter, Alex Vega battled blazes at spots including Key West’s Cuban Club, the Marine barracks,...
Caribbean educators explore Florida Keys ecology
Ten teachers from seven Caribbean island nations concluded classes at MarineLab's teacher workshop week program on July 24. MarineLab's Caribbean Teacher Initiative provides educators...
Firefighters battling brush fire on Big Pine Key plan tactical burnout this afternoon
Firefighters responding to the ongoing wildfire on Big Pine Key plan to conduct tactical burnout operations beginning at approximately 2:30 p.m. today along the...
