Conchtoberfest Nights
Five Nights of Feasting and Philanthropy
From Vegas to the Caribbean, the themes of this past week’s moveable feast used ethic cuisine like corned beef and schnitzel to...
Stanley Switlik Elementary welcomes new principal
Dr. Lesley Salinero returns after previous post
A native of Tampa, Dr. Lesley Salinero has been with the Monroe County school district for 22 years. She has 11...
Huergo retires from helm of Habitat for Humanity of the Middle Keys
Young hired as new executive director
Habitat for Humanity of the Middle Keys has announced that Lili Huergo, Executive Director, is retiring.
After four years of service, she expressed,...
USCG Station Marathon Recognized
Kimball Readiness awarded for first time in station’s history
Crewmembers at Coast Guard Station Marathon accepted the prestigious Sumner I. Kimball Readiness Award Monday.
The award was presented by...
Better looking businesses around the corner
Chamber awards 10 grants for beautification projects
An idea floated by the Chamber of Commerce board of directors a few years ago has finally come to fruition, and...
Stoned Swimmer in the Slammer
Deputy struggles to keep man from drowning himself
Long Key – A Monroe County Sheriff's deputy was injured Saturday night as he struggled to keep a Miami man...
Exciting Environmental Internship Opportunity
Department recognizes eco-friendly Marathon fuel business
by Chris Tittle
Public Information Officer/Marketing Director
Monroe CHD
The Monroe County Health Department has recognized Marathon Bio-Diesel as an eco-friendly business in the Florida...
Concerned parents rally for additional playground equipment
After the recent replacement of the aging playground equipment at Sombrero Beach, a handful of Middle Keys moms have banded together to help expand the city’s assets.
“This...
Sheriff’s Colonel receives top award
American Legion names Rick Ramsay Law Enforcement Officer of the Year
Sheriff’s Colonel Rick Ramsay traveled to Orlando this past weekend to accept an award from the American...
Key Colony Chief Retires
Petrick bids farewell after 20 years
By Jason Koler
This past week, Key Colony Police Chief Robert Petrick retired from the force after 20 years of service.
He came on...
