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...
SPCA does way more than adoptions; also handles county’s animal control
By Mandy Miles & Alex Rickert
A proposal to lower taxes should be an easy sell for the politicians and advocates pitching Amendment 3, the...
Key West reimagines its rainbow crosswalks — virtually
It’s been nearly a year since state workers blacked out Key West’s rainbow crosswalks, as if redacting a document to conceal an identity. But...
Hawks Cay holds weekend-long salute to heroes Sept. 4 and 5
Hawks Cay Resort will honor active military members, veterans and first responders with a weekend of running, music and family-friendly festivities during its Heroes...
NOAA says Florida’s coral reef is worth billions
Florida’s coral reef is far more than just a popular destination for divers and snorkelers — coral reefs are critical natural infrastructure that protects...
Just a Few Friends festival unveils Jimmy Buffett Look-Alike Contest
The first Bubba Look-Alike Showdown, presented by Hogfish Bar & Grill, will take over the 200 block of Duval Street on Friday, Sept. 4,...
Playing it safe: Keys athletes have layers of protections before they take the field
Florida’s student-athletes may be focused on wins, times and personal bests, but behind every practice and competition is another priority: getting them home safely.
Long...
Iconic Key Largo eatery Mrs. Mac’s Kitchen celebrates 50 years
Let’s start with the pie. Even if Mrs. Mac’s Kitchen was just known for its award-winning Key lime pie — rather than also being...
