State policy seems to be moving away from ‘home rule’
By Sara Matthis and Jim McCarthy
Home rule is the ability of local governments — think the City of Key West or Monroe County —...
A look at a day in the life of Michelle Coldiron
Ten years ago, Michelle Coldiron said she never dreamed she would have been elected to one political office, not to mention two. In 2015,...
A look at a day in the life of Holly Raschein
By Sara Matthis & Sarah Thomas
At the age of 32, Holly Raschein decided to run for state office.
“I was nervous,” Holly Raschein said, looking...
New lease on life for Pigeon Key Foundation
The item was hardly finished being read into the record before the Monroe County Board of Commissioners agreed to extend the lease to the...
Governor makes first official visit to the Keys
On Gov. Ron DeSantis’ first official visit to the Keys on April 16, local officials had the opportunity to share their concerns with him...
State legislature working through budget differences
The Florida Senate and House recent passed their respective budgets for the upcoming fiscal year. While overall spending is similar, the chambers are far...
A look at a day in the life of Teri Johnston
Mayor Teri Johnston didn’t stumble into politics, but rather, was swept in by the wind. As a native of Iowa, land of tornadoes, it’s...
Notes from the Hill: Rep. Debbie Mucarsel-Powell gives the Weekly a report on the...
In news from the hill: on March 14, U.S. Rep. Debbie Mucarsel-Powell shared some significant achievements in her first three months representing our district....
Marathon City Council votes not to adopt formal city seal
On March 12, Marathon Councilman Dan Zieg, Steve Cook and Luis Gonzalez voted not to adopt an official City of Marathon seal. The discussion...
Council learns about ’50-50’ legislative bill
Although Monroe County Attorney Bob Shillinger was stressing partnership, Marathon City Council members were feeling the distinct lack of it during the recent discussion...
