Islamorada Allocates for Affordable Housing
Aside from the state’s 300 allocations, only 36 units are left designated for affordable housing in the village of Islamorada.
Mark Gregg, Achievable Housing Citizens' Advisory Committee member,...
Freebee: The Environmental Shuttle that Might Change Transportation in the Keys
By Charles Fulco
Lately you may have noticed brightly colored vans shuttling passengers up and down Overseas Highway in Islamorada. Freebee Inc. is a no-charge, environmentally friendly shuttle...
Island Christian School Fights to Survive
Dropping enrollment numbers have Island Christian School’s viability in jeopardy, but a last-minute effort is underway to keep the facility open and running past the 2018-19 school...
Capt. Steve Friedman seeks water district seat
Per the request of Gov. Ron DeSantis, the South Florida Water Management District is close to a clean slate, with more resignations coming in the last week....
Four vie for title of “Big Kahuna”
Fundraising efforts are underway as four contestants vie for the ultimate prize of a heavy Big Kahuna trophy. It’s all for a good cause, as funds raised...
Village discusses creation of business district
With shops, galleries and businesses, activity around Morada Way is flowing. There’s a need, however, for infrastructure improvements, according to village officials.
As for the Morada Way Arts...
ALLIGATOR LIGHTHOUSE – Community treasure needs saving
Nothing’s going to be cheap about the work that “Lighthouse Larry” Herlth says is needed to restore and maintain an Islamorada treasure in Alligator Reef Lighthouse.
Herlth, an...
NEW COUNCIL BEGINS
Islamorada village council entered its meeting Thursday with a slightly different feel as outgoing Mayor Chris Sante left the dais to sit with public members.
Monroe County Judge...
CALLING FOR CLEMENCY
Per council newcomer Ken Davis’ wish, a motion became one of the first orders of business at Thursday’s meeting following the swear-in. It pertained to Florida Keys...
Free Ride! Upper Keys Gets Free Trial for Electric Vehicle Services
Beginning Thursday, the Miami-based electric transportation company Freebee will be providing free rides within a section of the Upper Keys.
The ride service is embarking on a six-month...
