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IN PICTURES: MARATHON RESIDENTS ENJOY FREE GARDENING SEMINARS

On March 5, the City of Marathon hosted a “garden party” for residents. Most of the participants were young learners, soaking up knowledge about...
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IN PICTURES: WELCOME BACK, KEY COLONY BEACH DAY

A large new space at Key Colony Beach’s 7th Street Park was put to good use as Key Colony Beach Day returned on March...
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FRONT PAGE NEWS

Keys Weekly takes great pride in sharing so many beloved community events with dignitaries, locals and visitors alike. To us, they are all “front...
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IN PICTURES: WYLAND RESTORES LANDMARK MURAL IN MARATHON

One of Marathon’s most iconic art pieces was treated to a facelift on March 2 as world-renowned artist and conservationist Wyland returned to the...
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MARATHON SHRINE CLUB RAISES MORE THAN $36,000

The Marathon Shrine Club thanked the citizens, visitors and Shriners of the Middle Keys for their continuing support of their Shriners Charity Drive held...
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TAKE ME HOME: FURRY FACES WAIT FOR FAMILIES AT THE FKSPCA

Dating in the Keys can be a drag, but thankfully there are plenty of animals waiting for their perfect adoption “match” at the Florida...
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HOME RUN DERBY KICKS OFF MARATHON BASEBALL REGISTRATION

A home run derby kicked off registration for Marathon’s Little League program on March 3 at Marathon Community Park. With the MHS baseball team...
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THIS WEEKEND: STORIES FROM THE MARATHON SEAFOOD FESTIVAL

Remembered as the “last big event” in Marathon before the COVID-19 pandemic shut down the world in 2020, the anticipation has never been greater...
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HUMOR: TOP 10 WAYS TO EMBARRASS YOURSELF AT THE SEAFOOD FESTIVAL

The Original Marathon Seafood Festival returns to the community park this weekend for the 46th iteration of the popular community event. Founded by a...
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JOHN BARTUS: SEAFOOD FESTIVAL MUSIC

After a pandemic-induced hiatus, the Original Marathon Seafood Festival is back! The Chamber is excited, the fishermen are excited, the volunteers are excited and...