Keys residents gathering supplies, funds for Bahamas
“As soon as the seas calm down.” Keys locals who are collecting emergency supplies for the citizens of the Bahamas plan to make the crossing just as...
Marathon makes its voice heard
Nearly 2,000 nominations were cast for the 11th Annual Best of Marathon. While the finalists will appear in an online ballot starting this Friday, Sept. 6 at...
What FEMA flood maps mean for residents, real estate
The much-anticipated day has finally arrived: the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has released its draft floodplain maps, which will affect how insurance rates are calculated in...
Poker paddle set for Sept. 7
It’s not a race. It’s a poker paddle.
Paddlers, families and those looking for a relaxing yet adventurous weekend can paddle 4 miles along the coast of Islamorada...
A Truce in The Key Lime Crust Wars?
Arguments erupt and ALL CAPS fill the comment sections of social media when someone dares to ask if a pastry crust or a Graham cracker crust should...
Hurricane Dorian update for Florida Keys
Monroe out of “The Cone”
Hurricane Dorian shifts north, no longer immediate threat to the Keys
9 a.m. ET: John Rizzo from NOAA reported: “The forecast track of Category...
Lionfish Derby at Postcard Inn set for Sept. 13-15
They’re invasive, tasty and worth hunting for. On Sept. 13-15, Reef Environmental Education Foundation presents the final leg of the 2019 Lionfish Derby Series at Postcard Inn...
Foundation formed to support sanctuary goals
A newly-formed foundation is setting out to support the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary by connecting people to the ecosystem and inspiring stewardship.
Lad Akins, chapter director of...
Mucarsel-Powell backs NOAA Blueprint Review
The Florida Keys’ representative in the U.S. House is lending her support and encouragement to the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary’s newly-released Restoration Blueprint.
On Aug. 20,...
Locals practice drills with approach of Hurricane Dorian
“We’ve started what we call the battle rhythm,” said Martin Senterfitt, Monroe County’s director of Emergency Management. “It’s like a timeline that we began when the storm...
