IN PICTURES: HAWKS CAY HOSTS HEROES SALUTE 5K

Hapynkeys Running brought the whole gang for a strong showing at the Heroes Salute 5K.

Labor Day weekend was spent honoring “heroes in action” at Hawks Cay Resort on Duck Key, as the vacation hotspot put on a weekend of events to pay tribute to members of the military, fire rescue, police and medical personnel who serve our community and country. The morning of Sept. 3 found nearly 100 runners and walkers taking to the streets of Duck Key just after sunrise for the Heroes Salute 5K run and walk, with several “fully loaded” first responders entering the race themselves.

Festivities for the rest of the weekend included live music, a video tribute to honor fallen heroes, games and fireworks for resort guests and locals alike.

Photos by ALEX RICKERT/Keys Weekly

Alex Rickert
Alex Rickert made the perfectly natural career progression from dolphin trainer to newspaper editor in 2021 after freelancing for Keys Weekly while working full time at Dolphin Research Center. A resident of Marathon since 2015, he fell in love with the Florida Keys community by helping multiple organizations and friends rebuild in the wake of Hurricane Irma. An avid runner, actor, and spearfisherman, he spends as much of his time outside of work on or under the sea having civil disagreements with sharks.