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Marathon’s varsity girl soccer squad won the regional quarterfinal on their home field against Greater Miami Academy on Thursday night. The final score was 8-0, all netted in the first quarter. Next up for the team is the regional semifinal — the girls will play the winner of the Palmer Trinity vs. Archimedean game on Tuesday, Jan. 26 at 7 p.m. on the Marathon High School field. SYDNEY SCHUHMACHKER/Keys Weekly

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By Sydney Schuhmacher Baseball star Wade Boggs insisted on eating chicken before every game, while tennis star Bjorn Bork would always grow a beard before a Wimbledon match. But every level of athlete has their own quirks and methods for dealing with the jitters before the big game. On the eve of the Marathon High School’s Regional Quarter Finals against the Greater Miami Academy’s team, the Weekly caught up with the team to ask …

What is your game day superstition or tradition?

“I always get coffee before a game, and it’s always the same vanilla latte from Curly’s Coffee,” said junior Chandler Elliott, #4. Chandler also said that she has a lucky pair of game day underwear. The Michigan-born girl came to Florida during her eighth grade year, and has been playing with Marathon High’s varsity soccer team ever since.

“I actually have this one sports bra that I wear strictly for games,” said Gabby Ceja, #5. She began playing soccer for Marathon High in seventh grade, the youngest age public school kids can compete in contact sports at that level.

Gabby attended a different school for her sophomore and junior years, but came back to finish her senior year at Marathon High as a soccer champion.

Grace Kirwan, #7, has a lucky headband for game day. “My friend Bailey gave it to me when she got hurt because it was her lucky headband, and ever since I’ve been wearing it I’ve been playing better. I never forget it,” Grace said. She’s been with the team since she was in seventh grade. She was sidelined last year with an injury, but has been tearing it up her freshman year.

When asked about her game day superstitions or traditions, Savannah Schuhmacher, #11, smiled and said “My cleats are lucky; I don’t wash them between winning games.” The Homecoming Queen has been continuously playing soccer for Marathon High since seventh grade and says there’s never a dull moment in her senior year.

Takara McKnight, #1, said she spends time preparing mentally. “I always listen to music to get my head focused and in the zone. Any type of music can be game day music, but the best kind is fast and more hardcore,” Oh, and she drinks lots of water before a game. Having been on the varsity team since eighth grade, the sophomore is prepped to grow with the team.

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The one-cent sales tax would generate enough to cover all fire and rescue services in the Keys, including Trauma Star.

By Sara Matthis and Jason Koler

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onroe County is researching a proposal to add a one-cent sales tax that could fully fund fire and rescue services in Monroe County and its municipalities. County staff’s first move will be to reach out to the state Attorney General for some clarifications on the state statute authorizing the taxation. Monroe County Mayor Heather Carruthers, who initiated the conversation, was vocal in its support.

“We are talking about reducing taxes and sharing some of the burden for essential service with our visitors,” Carruthers said at Wednesday’s meeting, adding that excess revenues estimated at $5 million could be used to improve social services for children, seniors and the working poor of Monroe County.

The state statute enabling the taxation proposal was approved by the legislature in 2009 and amended just last year. However, if Monroe County pursues the proposed sales tax, it would be

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“Despite the fact that it’s been around for so many years, nobody has implemented the optional sales tax — not a single county or city in Florida. And only a couple have looked at it,” said Monroe County Attorney Bob Shillinger.

The statute says municipalities or county government may seek the public’s approval for the sales tax, provided it offsets ad valorem (property) taxes for homeowners by the same amount. The one-cent sales tax in Monroe County is expected to generate $34 million — $5 million more than the county and cities currently spend on fire and rescue. However, the law does not establish how the excess money may be spent. Carruthers has proposed it be used to fund social services.

United Way President Kate Bauer-Jones spoke in support of the extra sales tax, citing the 48 percent of Monroe County’s working families who do not earn enough money to cover monthly bills including housing, medical care and food.

“My organization and I urge the board to ask those questions, get some of those answers and see if there is any ability to help meet the additional needs of the citizens and working families of Monroe (County),” she said.

Supporters of the proposal say funding fire and rescue services with a sales tax benefits the residents of Monroe County because 60 percent of all sales tax is paid by visitors. Tourists are also frequently served by local fire and rescue departments.

“I would guess that 50 percent of our calls involve tourists,” said Monroe County Fire Chief James

Current Sales Tax — 7.5% 6% base state rate 1% county infrastructure funding* .5% school district capital funding* (*Sales tax renewed periodically through referendum.

Supporters are shooting to put the additional 1 percent fire and rescue sales tax to referendum for Monroe County voters on the general election ballot in November 2016.)

Callaghan. “That’s not just people involved in traffic accidents, but also tourists who suffer strokes and other medical issues.”

Callaghan said he supports the sales tax.

“I think it’s a good thing for fire services. A lot of the cost will shift to out-of-county people who use this system,” he said.

Carruthers cited a $54,000 statistic for Monroe County median household incomes.

“If we take out costs for housing and food and medical care, only about $20,000 of that is spent on purchases that generate sales tax. That amounts to $200 extra every year,” she said.

Opponents have a laundry list of objections. They say the tax shift benefits homeowners, but not renters. They also want clarification on how the revenues

This is not a tax hike, it’s a tax shift.

— Heather Carruther, Mayor Monroe County Commission

will be split between the county and cities. And Monroe County Commissioners Danny Kohlage and Sylvia Murphy say the statue is poorly written and possibly a distraction from other county business.

“I think our focus should be razor sharp right now on the [Florida Keys] Stewardship Act. We can’t go wandering off into the wilderness with something as controversial as this is going to be,” Kolhage said.

Murphy called the bill’s writing “loose,” but Commissioner George Neugent said there’s no reason my why the county can’t pursue two avenues of funding for the Keys at once.

Upper Keys resident and small business owner Robbie Majeska said such a sales tax would hurt the economy. (Majeska recently launched a campaign for Murphy’s seat on the County Commission.)

“The sales tax would negatively affect low-income residents because if they don’t own a house they don’t get the benefit [of the tax shift from ad valorem taxes],” he said, adding that his customers may opt to shop on the mainland or internet rather than locally. “Remember when the Florida lottery was going to fund education? How many times can we pull the wool over people’s eyes?”

According to Shillinger, the tax statute stipulates the sales tax must offset ad valorem taxes.

And the one-cent sales tax is only applicable to the first $5,000; for example if a car is bought in Monroe County the entire purchase amount would not be subject to the tax. Further, the ratio for the distribution of funds is based on a five-year average of fire and rescue department budgets. Kohlage questioned whether that would be fair to Key West which recently brought the rescue services in house. And Neugent also wondered if the revenues collected would also be used for large, but intermittent purchases, such as new ambulances.

“We have to beware of the unintended consequences, but there are other considerations regarding things we haven’t discussed such as insurance premiums,” Neugent said. “This sales tax might — underline might — help stabilize costs in Monroe County.”

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Trauma Star Weekly Staff report

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onroe County’s Trauma Star is a helicopter medical service that serves the entire county. In existence since 2002, it provides an important service to both residents and visitors of the Florida Keys — a quick flight to the mainland for advanced medical treatment and care.

If Monroe County elects to enact the one-cent sales tax to fund fire and rescue services, the Trauma Star department could very well be a beneficiary of the funds.

The department — a joint operation between Monroe County Fire Rescue and the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office — employs four nurses, six

medics, five pilots and a handful of helicopter maintenance technicians. The helicopter, a 1986 Sikorsky S76, has been in service for 10 years.

“Although the airframe dates to 1986, the motors are not that old,” said Captain Andrea Thompson. “We recently replaced both. On helicopters, everything is about hours and maintenance of the aircraft is continuous.”

Thompson said that although there is no definitive replacement plan in place, staff has been evaluating its options.

“The older the aircraft is, the more expensive it is to maintain,” she said. “We’re looking at whether it makes sense to purchase or lease, things like that.”

Trauma Star flights are free for Monroe County residents.

Last year, the rule was expanded to include property

owners in the Florida Keys.

In 2015, the department also released a sticker that residents and property owners can affix to their driver’s license, signaling authorities they wish to be evacuated by Trauma Star if necessary.

LifeNet, the only other life flight services available in the Keys, typically costs more than $50,000 per flight. Even if a patient has medical insurance, it typically does not cover the entire cost.

“If there’s a traffic accident, a stroke or a heart attack, Trauma Star is the primary responder,” Thompson said. In instances where Trauma Star is already on a call, or there’s a need for an inter-facility transfer, LifeNet can be called to the scene.

Trauma Star stickers are available at local government and fire stations.

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FKAA plant receives excellence award

The J. Robert Dean Water Treatment Plant actually has two treatment processes. The first is a lime softening process that treats water from the Biscayne Aquifer, the mains source of water for the Keys. A reverse osmosis treatment process treats water from the Floridan Aquifer that is 1,000 feet deep.

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he Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) has recognized the exceptional achievements of the Florida Keys Aqueduct Authority in bestowing a 2015 Plant Operations Award on the Authority’s J. Robert Dean Water Treatment Plant in Florida City.

All of the drinking water from the Florida Keys is supplied by the mainland facility.

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The Weekly will also provide details about each weigh-in on its Facebook page, “Marathon Meltdown.”

Join the group for updates about team successes, recipes, tips and other reminders.

first week’s ranking POUND PINCHERS Scott, Denise & Amanda -3.1% LEAN QUEENS Kathleen, Ginger & Diane -3.08% 50 SHADES OF FIT Cindy, Jose & Bambi -3.03% CAST-A-WEIGH Donna, Michelle & Bruce -2.7% LOSING TO WIN Kacey, Robert & Mallory -2.53% TRIPLE THREAT Dave, John & James -2.31% 8 2 MUCH & DRUNK 2 MUCH Danielle, Paul & Tricia -2.24% THE CHUBBIES Ben, Ted & Zoraida -2.21% QUEEN B & CHUBBIE HUBBIES Rodney, Wendy & John -2.19% MISSION SLIMPOSSIBLE Heather, Nikki & Dodie -1.73% DRAMA QUEENS Allison, Devin & Jenn -1.7% FLABULESS Melissa, Marie & Syndi -1.7% FIT TO PRINT Kristen, Anneke & Sara -1.68% GOO GOO DOLLS Hilary, Clare & Stacy -1.68% THE LEFTOVERS Janet, Malinda & Lauren -1.61% ALREADY THE BIGGEST LOSERS John, Carlos & David -1.6% DIETING DIVAS Julie, Trish & Lynny -1.54% FOOD FIGHTERS Chuck, George & Dan -1.5% LET’S LOSE THE CABOOSE Jamie, Eric & Giovanna -1.38% THE DEFLATABLES Shamera, Eric & Lorie -1.03% THIN IT TO WIN IT Ashley, Myriam & Iveth -0.96% WAISTING AWAY Heather, Brittany & Danielle -0.68% BOB MARLEY TEAM Gloria, Maria & Jan -0.6% HIPPO-CRITS Kate, Kate & Heather -0.49% GIRTH VADER Patty, Joe & Dustin -0.14% WEIGHTED DOWN Leslie, Patrick & Liz -0.11% WEIGH-IN CRASHERS Javier, Viviana & Lynn +0.35%

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POLITICAL FORECAST The Keys Weekly asked Keys’ elected officials for a forecast on the coming year and to reflect on 2015. This week, Monroe County Mayor Heather Carruthers and Florida Representative Holly Raschein discuss affordable housing, equality and more. Next week: Marathon Mayor Mark Senmartin, Islamorada Mayor Deb Gillis and Key Colony Beach’s Jerry Ellis.

Heather Carruthers, Mayor, Monroe County Commission Elected 2008

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hat 2015 accomplishments and achievements are you most proud

of?

Transmittal of County’s comprehensive plan; reducing millage rate for FY2016; confronting affordable housing crisis; receiving the County’s eligibility letter to re-enter FEMA’s Community Rating System; moving the reauthorization of the NFIP to the forefront of state issues through the Florida Association of Counties; beginning to address the impending impacts of sea level rise and completing our sustainability action plan; simplifying our permitting system and improving our building department.

Greatest challenges facing the Florida Keys in 2016?

As a non-voting member of the County’s Affordable Housing Advisory Committee, we are developing strategies to increase the creation of and access to affordable workforce housing.

I’m also looking at the possibility of shifting some of our tax burden away from residents to tourists through an additional penny sales tax that would fully fund all fire and rescue service throughout the county and municipalities. That one penny could also generate additional revenues beyond those needs to support and enhance a variety of children’s, senior and health services that are currently funded by government.

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What one single issue, moment made the greatest impact on your current political philosophy in 2015?

It was probably the United Way’s report on the true cost of living in Monroe County. It accounts for the actually cost of housing and other services in the Keys. Nationwide, the annual poverty rate for a family of 4 is $23,050. In the Keys, it is $61,962. This, combined with the escalating real estate market and the personal stories of friends who are forced out of the Keys because they can’t afford it, made a huge impact on me.

As an elected official, what kind of advice would you give to the presidential candidates seeking office in 2016?

I cannot even begin to imagine the burden that a President bears. My advice would be not to distance oneself from the mundane, daily challenges that most Americans face, to seek common ground and not exacerbate differences, and to keep an open mind and an open heart, and to stay true to our core values of liberty and equality.

Holly Raschein

continue upgrades to our stormwater systems, and provide funding for canal restoration and land acquisition. I am also working to identify funding sources at the state level for affordable housing, as well as develop strategies to affect positive change in this area.

State Representative for Florida House District 120 Elected 2012 What 2015 accomplishments and achievements are you most proud of?

In 2015, I was extremely proud of some of some of the tough votes I took. While my actions may not have been popular amongst some of my colleagues in Tallahassee, they were the right thing to do for the people I represent.

Greatest challenges facing the Florida Keys in 2016?

Some of our biggest challenges in the Florida Keys are related to funding for environmental issues and the serious need for affordable housing in Monroe County. This year, I filed the Florida Keys Stewardship Act which, if passed, would allocated $25 million a year for Monroe County to complete our wastewater projects,

What single issue made the greatest impact on your political philosophy this year?

Anti-discrimination issues played a very big role for me this year. Watching the debate surrounding marriage equality only reinforced my commitment to passing statewide anti-discrimination legislation to ensure we are attracting the best and brightest to our state, regardless of their sexual orientation or gender identity.

As an elected official, what kind of advice would you give to the presidential candidates seeking office in 2016?

Keep it real; be honest and be yourself.

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The Uniques shop has a wide selection of high-end kitchen utensils and accessories.

the eye as soon as someone walks in, was created with a piece she found on a local beach.

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“We have great price points, something for everyone,” she said.

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the glow-in-the-dark jellyfish, which make great nightlights.

“It has to speak to you,” she said of the whimsical glass art. “I always tell people to pick out the one they are most drawn to, then we can change the base.”

While showcasing some of her favorite things by other artists throughout the United States, she is also an artist in her (very rare) free time. “I’m inspired by the ocean, seashells, and driftwood,” she said. Her driftwood piece, which catches

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illed with the perfect gifts and conversation starters for home, friends, and family, Uniques by Kennedy Studios new location, across the street from the Marathon airport, is where owner Marija Schissler says she’s staying “forever.”

“We grew all we could at our other location,” she said. “Locals knew where to find us, but we needed to be easier for others to find, too.”

Marija, who bought the business 11 years ago, said the 22-year-old Marathon business’ new home is brighter, more visible, and has more space at Southwind Plaza, 8903 Overseas Highway.She owns the boutique with her partner Chuck Kean, and relies on her assistant Jeff Houghs to keep everything running smoothly.

The gallery carries local artwork

by Julie Joyce, Lynn Voit, Judith Conner, BJ Royster, and more, but also has shelves filled with sterling silver jewelry, glasswork, picture frames, sea salt scrubs, and tropical trinkets.

“I love to hear good stories that open up my heart,” said Schissler, pointing to a framed piece depicting a fishing boat by a local high schooler. “It’s a very eccentric mix of things.”

Some of her favorite items in the shop include the cat and dog picture frames and

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MAKE YOUR RESERVATIONS FOR VALENTINE’S DAY!

County selects new director for land authority Contributed

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he Land Authority Governing Board selected Charles Pattison as executive director of the Land Authority during a special meeting Tuesday at the Marathon Government Center.

Pattison, who was the county’s first executive director of the Land Authority from 1987 to 1989, will replace Mark Rosch. Rosch, who held the position for 22 years, is stepping down for quality of life reasons.

Rosch will continue to work in Land Authority as a senior property acquisition specialist.

A review committee selected Pattison, Cynthia Guerra and Charles Barrowclough out of a pool of 34 candidates. After one-on-one interviews and public comment, the Board of County Commissioners voted 4-1 in favor of Pattison, who also has worked on Keys issues at the state’s Department of Community Affairs and at 1000 Friends of Florida.

“The three were supremely qualified folks,” Commissioner David Rice said. “It was not an easy selection. But Charles Pattison certainly has a knowledge of working in Tallahassee and working in Monroe County that served him well in the process.”

Contract negotiations will begin. If a contract can’t be reached with Pattison, Guerra was named the second choice.

The Monroe County Land Authority purchases property in the county for conservation, recreation and affordable housing. The Authority was established in 1986 to assist in the implementation of land use plans as an intermediary between land owners and government agencies that regulate land use.

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Bring this coupon for FURNITURE AND 305-743-4397 MM 47.5 Ocean • 1757 Overseas Hwy. www.RoyalFurnitureandDesign.com

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DATES Jan. 22-23 • Boat Show from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Duck Key, MM 61.

Early Bird Special 4PM-6PM Every Day

Buy one entree get the second “on the house.”

Prime Rib Friday

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Watch the game under the Stars on our Poolside 18 FT HD Screen! Or on any of our other 14 HD TVs! Prizes, Giveaways, Food & Drink Specials ALL DAY

Saturday DJ FiJi 10PM Sunday NFL Conference Championships Monday Johnny Live 4:30 Tuesday McShimmel 4:30 Paul Shimmel with Michelle McClintock

Wednesday Ladies Night 6PM Thursday 25ȼ Wings 6PM-10PM

Happy Hour Twice Daily

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Wear your teams jersey and receive a FREE JELLO SHOT when your team scores!

SUNSET GRILLE ANNIVERSARY PARTY WEEKEND FEB 12-15 DON’T MISS THIS WEEKEND!!!

Sushi Menu Served Daily

“Best In The Keys” THREE HUNDRED AND FIRST WEEKLY SUNDAY FUNDAY JANUARY 24, 2016

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Over 100 Craft Beers Wine & Spirits Surround Sound 10 HD 60” Screens

World Famous Cheeseburgers $2 Coors Light and Bacon Egg & Cheese Burger Seven Mile Ale Drafts BBQ Baby Back Ribs Cruzan Peach Specials Bacon Wrapped Lobster $2 Jello Shots Grilled Ribeye Sandwiches Grilled Bratwurst se BBQ Smokehou Blackened Dolphin Sandwiches Tuesday Nightsd! oke BBQ Bacon Wrapped Shrimp & Scallops Authentic Wood-Sm Chili Cheese Dogs

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7 Knights Key Boulevard • MM 47 (At the Foot of the 7 Mile Bridge, Ocean)

Friday, Jan. 22 • Teen Dungeons and Dragons for ages 12-18 from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. at Marathon library.

• MHS culinary student dinner from 5 to 8 p.m. at Dolphin Bistro, second floor.

Saturday, Jan. 23 • No Name Race for the Domestic Abuse Shelter at 8 a.m. starting from No Name Bridge.

• Marathon Garden Club Jamboree from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at MM 50, Bayside.

• Sandcastle lessons from 10 a.m. to noon at Bahia Honda State Park.

• Story time for ages 4-7 at 10:30 a.m. at Marathon library; chess for all ages from 3 to 5 p.m. at Marathon library.

• Comedy show at 7 p.m. at American Legion, Marathon.

Sunday, Jan. 24 • BINGO from 1 to 4 p.m. at Marathon Elks Lodge. Open to the public.

Tuesday, Jan. 26 • Infant/toddler lap-sit story time at 10:30 a.m. at Marathon library; Teen Advisory Group meeting for ages 12-18 from 4:30-5:30 p.m. at Marathon library.

Wednesday, Jan. 27 • Folk concert at 3 p.m. at Marathon library.

• “Key Largo” free movie and popcorn at 6 p.m. at Marathon library.

Wednesday, Jan. 27 Florida Bay lecture at 6 p.m. at Keys History and Discovery Center, Islamorada.

• Florida Keys Council for People with Disabilities meeting at 10 a.m. at Marathon Government Center.

Thursday, Jan. 28 • Preschool Story Time at 10:30 a.m. at Marathon library; Teen Book Club discussion “I am Malala” for ages 13-18 at 4:30 p.m. at Marathon library.

• Celebration of Life for Robert “Rocketman” Hudson beginning at 2 p.m. at Porky’s Bayside, Marathon.

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Bank officers and race officials commemorate the bank’s sponsorship of the race.

First State Bank sponsors 7 Mile Bridge Run

TO THE KEY REAL ESTATE (SINCE 1990)

Karen

Bill

This Week’s Special

WATERFRONT DUPLEX - 3BR/2BA UP and 1BR/1BA

DOWN, Concrete seawall and dock with easy access to Ocean or Gulf. Protected dockage on large boat basin. Near everything, banks, restaurants, theatre. Storage room and workshop. Hot tub. Seasonal rental licensed First State Bank of the Florida Keys is proud to partner with the Marathon Runners Club as the headline sponsor of the 35th annual 7 Mile Bridge Run. “For 60 years First State Bank of the Florida Keys has been a dedicated member of the Keys community,” said Karen Sharp, First State Bank president and chief executive officer. “It gives our bank a great deal of pride to be a part of this landmark Keys event that brings joy to so many residents and non-residents, while raising funds for the children of our Middle Keys community.”

The 7 Mile Bridge Run began as a dedication run in 1982, to celebrate the opening of the “new” bridge. Monies raised are donated to the youth of the Middle Keys, both to local schools and youth athletic groups. Since inception, Middle Keys’ kids have benefited from donations of more than $500,000 distributed by the Marathon Runners Club.

The scenic bridge is closed to vehicular traffic throughout the event (from 6:45 to 9 a.m.) while 1,500 people from around the world run across one of the world’s largest segmental bridges, the centerpiece of the Florida Keys 113-mile Overseas Highway.

— Contributed

FKAA

from page 5

ents awards to drinking water facilities around the state that demonstrate excellence in operation, maintenance, innovative treatment, waste reduction, pollution prevention, recycling, or other special achievements.

These awards are presented to recognize facilities that demonstrate a special commitment to excellence in management through dedicated professionalism.

The award is presented to one facility in each of the FDEP’s six district office water system categories, with the Authority garnering the Large Community Water System Award for the Southeast District.

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The award is presented to one facility in each of the six districts. the award include the Authority’s initiative in implementing an extensive energy saving power monitoring program, their innovative approach to nitrification control, and their

public education efforts, including a collaboration with the University of Miami, whereby a demonstration of the Authority’s water treatment process has been incorporated into the nursing program curriculum.

“Our employees continue to prove their dedication and commitment to delivering the safest and best tasting drinking water throughout the Florida Keys,” said FKAA’s Executive Director Kirk Zuelch. “The Authority is honored to receive this prestigious designation by the FDEP.” For more information about FKAA, visit www.fkaa.com or call 305-296-2454.

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We offer a community of peace, love and understanding.

Come See What's New The Contemporary @ St. Columba Sundays 11am!

Sunday Services

9 am: Traditional & 11 am: Contemporary

Join us Sunday, We're Worth Waking Up For!

Hammock House Thrift Boutique and Yard Sale Saturday, January 23rd 9am-1pm

ECW High Tea & Fashion Show Saturday, February 6th 2pm • Tickets $20.00 Please call the office at (305)743-6412 to purchase tickets.

A CHURCH OF OPEN HEARTS AND OPEN MINDS

St. Columba Episcopal Church 451 West 52nd St, Marathon Fl 305 743-6412 • www.stcolumbamarathon.org

Saturday, January 30, 2016 Key West

9:00 AM to 2:00 PM Big Pine Key

United Methodist & First Baptist Churches 280 Key Deer Blvd

Marathon

Fishermen’s Hospital 3301 Overseas Hwy

Health Services: Cholesterol Testing-$5 Skin Cancer Screening Bone Density Tests-BPK Only Blood Glucose/Diabetes Tests Height, Weight, Blood Pressure Smoking Cessation

Men’s Health Exam Vision Testing Mental Health Screening Health Education Women’s Health Exam & Papsmear

For Glucose or Cholesterol Test please do not eat or drink anything except for water and medications for 8 hours before the Fair.

For anyone needing special assistance, please call 305-243-4898 one week prior to the Fair to register.

For any other questions please call 305-243-4898 or visit www.umdocs.org

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Garden Club readies for event Marathon Garden Club member Judy Shaw is hard at work organizing plants for the upcoming January Jamboree at the club.

It’s set for Saturday, Jan. 23 from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.

BRIEFLY Come for the run, stay for the fun Now is the time to sign up for the Sombrero Beach 5K, 10K, or 15K Challenge Walk/Run scheduled for March 5 at 8 a.m. at Sombrero Beach. Teams of five or more who register pay $20 each, individual sign-up costs $25 or $35 for the 15k.

After the race, organizers plan music, raffles, silent auction, great prizes, food and beer. To register, visit runsignup.com.

Sandcastle lessons at Bahia Honda Spend a fun morning creating sand masterpieces with professional sand sculptor, Rick Mungeam of Beach Sand Sculptures on Saturday, Jan. 23 from 10 a.m. to noon at Bahia Honda State Park, MM 36.5. Normal entry fees apply, but the program is free.

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COMMUNITY NEWS

Marathon Garden Club hosts annual jamboree The Marathon Garden Club is hosting its annual jamboree on Saturday, Jan. 23 from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at 5270 Overseas Highway. Plants and orchids will be on sale, along with vendors selling jewelry, pottery, and more. Call 305-743-4971 for more information. (See photo, this page.)

Pigeon Key Art Fest seeks volunteers The Annual Pigeon Key Art Festival on Feb. 6-7 needs volunteers to work three-hour shifts at various stations, such as selling tickets, relieving artists at booths, and manning the parking lot. Volunteers receive a T-shirt and free admission for both days. Call Riet at 305-2891887 or e-mail rietttt@aol.com.

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BRIEFLY Stanley Switlik’s Jog-A-Thon raises money for P.E. A 28-year tradition, the Jog-A-Thon is set for the week of Jan. 26-29 at Stanley Switlik Elementary School. Students in kindergarten through fifth grade will walk or jog around a 100-meter track for 20 minutes to raise money for their classrooms and physical education program (PE) while promoting physical fitness. Two girls and two boys from each class with the most laps will compete in the Run-Off Race on Feb. 12.

Overall grade level winners will receive a brand new pair of tennis shoes thanks to a generous donation by the Marathon Runners Club. Most students finish with 16 laps (1 mile) in 20 minutes. Friends, families, and community businesses are encouraged to sponsor a student on a per-lap basis, or a simple flat donation. If interested in making a donation, contact Ginger Sayer at GSayer@MyKCS. com, or send a check to Switlik Elementary Jog-A-Thon, 3400 Overseas Hwy, Marathon, FL 33050.

Sam Williams PA, Realtor Sam.Williams@ColdwellBanker.com

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SAM WILLIAMS' RECENT REAL ESTATE ACTIVITY ING LIST NEW

1998 Overseas Highway This is the 4th floor penthouse unit. Dockage available for $435 per week even to vacation rental tenants, 2 swimming pools, 15% discount at the bar including happy hour, all new impact windows within last few years, new bamboo floors, new Bosch dishwasher, views of Boot Key Harbor and Atlantic Ocean in distance. Pool and dockage are located right off of the backyard fencing area at the Hyatt next door. Gated community with elevator and large plush green grass yard to play in, weekly rentals allowed.

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11325 3rd Avenue, Ocean, Marathon Location, Location, Location!!! Gorgeously appointed 4bed 4bath canal front home w/open water views, tiki hut, boat lift, 70ft/dock, , clean water flow through canal with easy access to both Ocean and Gulf in minutes, near to shopping & restaurants, 2nd floor master suite, new impact windows, stainless appliances and sile stone counter tops, rod/reel shed, bait freezers, stainless fish clean table w/commercial sprayer. House comes fully furnished w/exception of a few items. $879,000

308 Pine Tree Street, Duck Key Over 1 half acre of Oceanfront in Exclusive Duck Key FL! Facing the open waters of the Atlantic Ocean, brand new pool, gazebo w/ bridge walkway over new concrete pond and lush landscaping. 138 ft of solid concrete dock.

Garage for 2 vehicles and golf cart (included in sale). 3BR/3BA $3,985,000

424 Harbour Drive, Duck Key Florida Keys Luxury! 3BR/2BA Over 2300 sq ft of open water views on exclusive Harbour Drive.

CBS Construction, elevated on stilts. Kitchen updated w/all new stainless appliances & granite counters Backyard set for entertaining: Pool,Tiki, Hot Tub & Dock complete w/water, power and plenty of seating facing due west to the crystal clear waters the Keys are known for. $1,699,000

11322 3rd Avenue, Ocean Completely renovated in 2007 -walls, floors, full electric, roof, concrete dock, boat lift, screened in porch, outdoor shower with running hot and cold water, floating dock for extra flats boat or dinghy, accordion shutters on all windows and doors. 3BR/1BA $534,900

10749 1st Avenue, Gulf, Marathon New Royal Crest Remodel! New metal roof, all brand new impact windows and doors. New electric, plumbing, fixtures, framing, sheetrock and bathrooms. Kitchen has stainless steel appliances and granite counters. 4BR/2.1BA $389,700

Current Pendings: 235 A Sombrero Beach Road 235 B Sombrero Beach Road 815 50th Court 113 Stirrup Road, 3B2 487 29th Street, Ocean

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Lot 93, Stirrup Key 2010 building plans on file- they will have to be updated but will give you something to work with so you can get started with permitting. If you’re building a primary residence, more than likely permit in about 6 months. This 13k square foot lot comes with a deeded dock right across the street. Swim platform can be permitted on the backside of property and this is located in a gated sub-division. Survey NE available and seller W is ready to sell. $389,000 CONSTR

335 Orange Avenue, Marathon Physically this is a 3bed 3bath with about just shy of 1400 square feet, 2bed 2bath upstairs and a non-conforming Mother-in law efficiency apt downstairs. New Roof, new a/c verified with permit, wind mitigation report on file, this is a double lot so 15k square feet, less than a block from the open waters of the Gulf of Mexico, sewer hook-up done and assessment is paid in full. $349,000

Florida Bay Ecosystem is topic of presentation “Florida Bay: An Ecosystem on the Brink” will be presented

by Everglades Foundation Ecologist Stephen Davis, Ph.D., on Wednesday, Jan. 27 at 6 p.m. at the Keys History & Discovery Center at Guy Harvey Outpost in Islamorada. Cost for nonmembers is $25 and includes admission to the exhibit as well as light appetizers. A cash bar will be available. Reservations are recommended, call 305-922-2237 or email info@ keysdiscovery.com.

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KCB Police Department offers AARP Driver’s Course

Lounge & Liquor

The Tradition Continues!

Lunch Specials

Monday-Friday 11am-2pm Freddie, Scott & Rich

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Happy Hour

Mondays

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Fishermen’s Community Hospital

Convenient Care Clinics

For when you need medical care, but you don’t need Emergency Services

Walk-ins Welcome!

17 Ships Way Big Pine Key, FL 305-396-7622 Open M-F, 9 AM to 5 PM

5701 Overseas Hwy, Ste 18 Marathon, FL 305-735-4107 Open M-F, 7 AM to 7 PM Saturdays from 9 AM to 3 PM

An AARP Driver Safety class will be held on Thursday, Feb. 4 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Key Colony Beach Police Department. The six-hour classroom refresher course is designed to help drivers 50 and older improve their driving skills and prevent crashes. It covers age-related physical changes and tips to help compensate for these changes. The material focuses on defensive driving techniques and proven strategies to keep you safe on the road. There is no final exam.

The cost of materials is $15 for AARP members, $20 for nonmembers. Pre-registration is required by calling Dee at 305289-9658.

Fashion and tea presented by St. Columba The annual Tea & Fashion Show will take place on Saturday, Feb. 6 at 2 p.m. in the Parish Hall at St. Columba Episcopal Church, 451 52nd St., Marathon, behind the Panda House Restaurant. English high tea will be served along with scones, cookies, fruit, and tea sandwiches, followed by a fashion show presented by Island Silver & Spice of Islamorada.

Local adults and children will model the latest in Keys fashions. Door prizes, gift baskets and 50/50 raffles will be part of the festivities. Limited tickets are available for $20 by calling 305-743-6412.

United Way hosts V-Day brunch

Diabetes Support Group -Speaker-

Dr. Gerald Ginsberg

Insulin...Truths and Myths

United Way Florida Keys is hosting a Valentine's Brunch on Sunday, Feb. 14 from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Lobster Crawl Bar and Grill, MM 70, Bayside at Fiesta Key RV Resort. The brunch is $65 per person. For more information, contact 305735-1929 or asandlin@keysunitedway.org.

Fishermen’s Hospital Education Room

January 27, 2016-5:30 PM

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Thank You

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2016 MAIN SPONSORS:

The Art Studio Ichabod Crane Service R. Hendrick Construction Monroe County Tourist Development Council 2015 PACESETTER SPONSORS:

Carolyn Ambler, Realtor • Keys Strength/Conditioning • Garvin Valdez Group, LLC • Florida Keys Keynoter • Keys Contracting • Law Office of Hal Schumacher • Reflections • UPS Store Marathon Florida • Marathon Veterinary Hospital • Florida Keys Aqueduct Authority • NC Tile • Waste Management, Inc. • Royal Crest Builders • The Weekly Newspapers Page 17 • Upper Keys Weekly • Jan. 22, 2016

PROPERTY SALES AND VACATION RENTALS

COMMUNITY NEWS

Celebrating 90 years Weekly Staff report

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ean Jackson hit an important milestone in late December — her 90th year. Her birthday was celebrated at Sombrero Beach with friends and family from all over the country in attendance.

Originally from Birmingham, England, she moved to the U.S. in 1957, brining with her four children.

“Like all immigrants, she had to adjust to her country in a big way,” said her daughter Susanne Schnittger. “She didn’t have to make a fire in each room of the house every morning — she had central heat. And she didn’t have to keep the milk bottles in cold water in the bathtub — she had a refrigerator.”

Jean and her late husband, Bert, moved to Marathon in 1986. Her husband passed away in 2003.

Her daughter said that since then, Jean has been a member of the Cabana Club in Key Colony Beach were she goes every day to swim and read.

“She attributes her lifestyle to her longevity, and she is now planning where to hold her 100th Birthday Party,” her daughter said.

Jean Jackson was feted at her 90th birthday party in Marathon by a crowd of family and friends.

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Why should kids have all the fun? The fourth annual Camp Run-A-Muk is a threeday outdoor adventure and nature camp for adults, running Tuesday to Thursday, Jan. 26-28 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the National Key Deer Refuge.

This camp is open to seasonal or permanent residents of the Florida Keys who can attend all three days. Cost is a $40 donation to FAVOR, the Refuge’s Friends group. Included in the cost are a first day breakfast, T-shirt, and optional kayak trip. Space is limited to 12 on a first-come, first-served basis.

For more info, contact Kristie Killam at 305-304-9625 or email kristie_killam@fws.gov.

The Gift that Lasts Forever!

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KEYS EATS

There’s a new catering crew in town

Irie Island Eats gaining momentum

By Sara Matthis

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Keep smiling... it makes people wonder what you’re up to.

Cheryl Troxel, former wife, & Rita Troxel, current wife ...best friends

“We both married Fred for the usual reasons, but soon discovered just how brilliantly talented he is. He put these smiles on both our faces.

How he created them... well, that’s our little secret”.

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bout a year ago a friend asked Chris Lordi (pronounced Lord-eye) to cook up some food for an informal gathering. And the rest, as they say, is rampant business growth via word of mouth about incredible deliciousness. Okay, maybe “they” don’t say that, but it’s true in the case of Irie Island Eats.

“We didn’t really plan on it becoming a full blown business,” he said.

“He’s always loved to cook,” said Natalie Allen, his fiancée.

“But I think Chris was really motivated by the good reviews, and it took on a momentum of it’s own.”

Since then, Irie Island Eats has been making the rounds around town — relying on two big grills to cook on site and a commercial kitchen for all the prep. They’ve turned up at local festivals like Marathon’s Craft Beer and Bubbly Fest and Key West’s Fantasy Fest and last week they catered a Marathon Chamber After Hours event at Habitat for Humanity. They have a wedding on the books next month, and this weekend they will be at Grimal Grove’s Chocolate and Wine fest on both Friday night, Jan. 22 and Saturday, Jan. 23. One of the most special moments of 2015, however, was when Chris was asked to cook the Christmas dinner for the employees of Keys Fisheries.

“That was flattering,” Chris said.

Keys Fisheries’ Mike Dunkailo said it was an obvious choice.

“Chris’ presentation is good, I can’t say enough about the quality of the food, and he

Will work for food: Chris Lordi, left, Natalie Allen, Henry Christian and Mike Lordi man the booth at the Craft Beer and Bubbly Fest. Friends are regularly recruited to help the growing business get on its feet.

Irie Island Eats is making a name for itself with offerings like the fish dip on a toasted baguette.

The Kalua pork — a Hawaiian dish similar to pulled pork — is slow roasted in banana leaves.

knows how to handle a crowd,” Dunkailo said.

For a food business that lacks a food truck or a brick and mortar location, that type of exposure is invaluable. Although Irie Island Eats has some tried-andtrue crowd favorites, it’s clear Chris is just hitting his stride.

“The rice bowls were pretty popular at the Beer and Bubbly fest,” he said, “but that’s not

something we regularly make.”

“And they liked those pork tostadas,” Natalie said, “but we only made those once.”

On the other hand, the public refuses to go without the Kalua Pork. It’s made with Hawaiian red sea salt, cracked black pepper then wrapped in banana leaves and slowcooked for hours. And a certain

Chris Lordi

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Irie. It’s a Caribbean word meaning good vibes, chill, happy or some combination of all three.

“I like the name,” said Irie Island Eats owner Chris Lordi. The young chef, 33, has a long history in restaurants and said he’s learned that if you explain a word or a method — whether it’s as simple as napkin placement — it has a better chance of sticking in another person’s brain.

So, are you irie? Feelin’ good?

Yeah, mon.

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Vacation Rental Condo, great investment property. Offered at $710,000.

Stacie Kidwell, P.A. Brenda Alexander, Broker Associate 10055 Overseas Hwy, Marathon, FL 33050 88539 Overseas Hwy, Islamorada, FL 33070 Cell: 305.481.5156 www.KeysIslandSales.com Brenda@KeysIslandSales.com

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9 Sombrero Blvd 211, Marathon

Beautiful 2 bedroom 2 bath canal front condo with water view!

Move in condition unit with many amenities such as dockage for up to 36’ boat, Oversized pool with tiki hut & grilling area.

Storage area for kayaks & bikes. Community Rec Room with pool table, kitchen & lounge area. Condo is across from Golf Course, a bike ride to the beach and walking distance to restaurants & shops! $299,000

I list and sell properties all over the Keys. If you are thinking of selling your home, call me today for a full market analysis and the best representation in the market.

591 Sombrero Beach Rd 15-A, Marathon

Lemon Cove is a waterfront tropical condominium just walking distance to the beach. The unit is a 2 bedroom 2.5 bath townhouse in a quiet area of the complex. Screened in porch, electrical shutters, dockage for up to a 25’ boat and pool that sits at the waters edge is just some of the amenities that make this a wonderful place to call home! $367,000

241 2nd St, Key Colony

Wow, this home is a stunner! Totally remodeled 3 bedroom 2 bath ½ duplex in Key Colony Beach. The home is decorated with new furnishings and gorgeous artwork. The backyard is fully fenced for privacy, has storage shed and plenty of room for a pool! The home sits across from a lovely tree lined park and is walking distance to restaurants & shopping in Key Colony. $399,000

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Consider these five tips: • Get your financial house in order: Good credit is key to getting a mortgage at a reasonable interest rate.

• Figure out how much you can afford. What do you earn?

What do you spend? How much do you have in savings?

Answering these questions will help you learn whether you are financially ready for homeownership. Make a budget and use free online tools and calculators to determine reasonable monthly payments and a downpayment.

• Explore your mortgage options. Don't assume you don't have enough for a down payment or won't qualify for a mortgage without 20 percent down. In fact, about 40 percent of today’s homebuyers are making down payments that are less than 10 percent.

• Get pre-approved for financing. It’s highly recommended that you work with your lender to get pre-approved before you begin house hunting.

• Rely on professionals. The typical homebuyer will look at 10 homes over a 10-week period so finding and working with the right team is critical.

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14 47th Street Gulf, Marathon

This is what a Keys home should look like! Built in 2013 this home is built with high impact windows & doors, a metal roof, 3 balconies & 2 boat lifts. The interior of the home has a master bedroom on the first floor and sleeping loft for guests or children. Boat access is out of this world with deep water and just seconds to the Gulf. $545,000

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131 Seaside Ave, Key Largo

Open Water Views, 120' Dockage, Oversized Lot w/ Pool. This 5 bedroom home could become a beautiful family retreat if given attention deserved. Needs updating but has major potential. Three levels to home, all with direct ocean views. Top level of home could be rented out as its own apartment as it has separate entrance & its own kitchen. Front of home deceiving, must see what’s behind the gates! $1,200,000

2000 Sombrero Beach Rd, Marathon

Brand new concrete construction 4 bedroom 4 bath custom built. Amenities like private elevator, pool, spa, roof top deck for sunset cocktails or sitting under the stars. Open floor plan, huge master bedroom, expansive balconies and all at a prime location with just a hop and skip away from the beach. This would make a beautiful primary residence or an excellent luxury vacation rental. $1,995,000

Charly Farritor (520) 271-5518

RE/MAX All Keys Real Estate, Marathon

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MLKAR

January 23rd SATURDAY

2016

AT THE

8:30 am - 3:30 pm

Marathon Garden Club 5270 Overseas Highway • Marathon, FL (MM50, across from Publix Plaza)

Realtors travel to Tallahassee Realtors from the Middle and Lower Keys Association of Realtors, Key West Association of Realtors and Florida Keys Board of Realtors lobby State Representatives in Tallahassee on affordable housing, protecting nearshore waters and reducing taxes in support of the community. Jaclyn Kelley, left, Tisa Del Valle, Mike Petro, Stacy Stahl, Representative Holly Raschein, Wayne Carter and David Grego traveled to the capitol city recenlty. Not pictured, but part of the delegation, is Robert and Debbie Cardenas and Representatives Dwight Bullard, Manny Diaz, Bryan Avila, Anitere Flores and Department of Business and Professional Regulation Secretary Ken Lawson.

Centennial Bank Hot Dog Wagon

Middle Keys Residential

Total Active

New Listings

Number Sold

Average Sale Price

Percent of List

Key/Island

Last Year

This Year

PCT

Last Year

This Year

PCT

Last Year

This Year

PCT

Last Year

This Year

PCT

Last Year

This Year

PCT

Marathon

194

193

0

39

37

-5

26

17

-34

341,288

569,103

66

94

96

1

Key Colony

57

77

35

7

11

57

7

7

0

329,286

410,332

24

93

96

3

Coco Plum

18

10

-44

3

0

-

3

0

-

416,667

0

-

89

0

-

Grassy Key

21

15

-28

1

3

200

4

1

-75

244,500

576,000

135

91

100

10

Duck Key

49

47

-4

7

5

-28

5

5

0

910,600

767,168

-15

95

96

0

Conch Key

4

1

-75

1

0

-

1

0

-

154,900

0

-

100

0

-

Coral Key

1

0

-

0

0

0

0

2

+

0

547,500

+

0

97

+

Long Key

15

14

-6

2

3

50

0

0

0

0

0

0

0

0

0

Residential Totals:

359

357

-122

60

59

274

46

32

-109 2397241

2870103

210

562

485

14

Residential:

Lower Keys Residential

Visit these vendors: Juanita's Orchids Casey's Corners Peters Crotons Monroe Co. Extension Services Dagny Johnson Key Largo Hammock Botanical Fishermen's Hospital Artistic Bead Creations Beady DeeDee Astoria Design Scooby's Gourmet Popcorn You'll Love It - Sea Salt Products G's Dream Honey Farm Monty's Orchid Boxes

Total Active

New Listings

Number Sold

Average Sale Price

Percent of List

Key/Island

Last Year

This Year

PCT

Last Year

This Year

PCT

Last Year

This Year

PCT

Last Year

This Year

PCT

Last Year

This Year

PCT

Big Pine Key

118

77

-34

22

17

-22

14

18

28

352,750

399,806

13

95

95

0

No Name Key

1

2

100

0

1

+

0

0

0

0

0

0

0

0

0

Starfish Designs

Big Torch Key

3

7

133

0

0

0

0

0

0

0

0

0

0

0

0

ELHANGERS

Middle Torch Key

3

3

0

0

1

+

0

1

+

0

845,000

+

0

98

+

Little Torch Key

40

45

12

8

5

-37

3

1

-66

416,667

550,000

32

92

100

8

Ramrod Key

25

21

-16

4

3

-25

1

1

0

534,294

499,000

-6

91

100

9

Summerland Key

55

51

-7

4

6

50

4

2

-50

402,375

501,000

24

100

98

-1

Cudjoe Key

115

67

-41

17

13

-23

8

3

-62

377,188

485,000

28

91

94

2

Sugarloaf Key

45

44

-2

10

7

-30

5

2

-60

540,320

402,500

-25

96

96

0

Rockland Key

5

4

-20

0

0

0

0

0

0

0

0

0

0

0

0

Big Coppitt

28

33

17

6

9

50

2

3

50

265,495

418,333

57

95

90

-5

Saddlebunch

6

12

100

1

4

300

1

1

0

300,000

700,000

133

91

95

4

Residential Totals:

444

366

242

72

66

263

38

32

-160 3189089

4800639

256

751

866

17

SPACER

Residential:

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Florida Keys Reel Adventures Florida Keys Reel Adventures, established in 2011, is a custom charter service that connects visitors and locals to ocean adventures in the Marathon area. Whether a first time visitor to the Keys with the family, or a seasoned hardcore angler, owner Kevin Johnsen specializes in building a trip around specific interests and goals to make a special day on the water. He offers his guests many popular fishing opportunities such as reef fishing, deep wreck, bay, offshore, tarpon, shark and electric deep drop fishing for exotics, spearfishing, and lobster diving. He also offers popular activities for the non-fishing crowd like snorkel trips, shelling, sandbar parties and sunset cruises.

“My key to success is understanding my customer’s needs and good communication,” he said. “I have a wealth of local knowledge and am passionate about showcasing the diversity of resources our islands have to enjoy.”

His boat is a comfortable 25’ catamaran that features the newest and best electronics, engines and fishing equipment. “I work hard to give my customers every reason to come back and do it again next year,” he said.

Location: Captain Hooks Marina 11833 O/S Highway, Marathon Phone: 305-481-0589 Website: floridakeysreeladventures.com Email: kevin_johnsen@yahoo.com

up with the idea for a food truck rally and Marc Certonio, founder of the Key West Food and Wine Festival, quickly agreed to help. The Key West Food and Wine Festival will be celebrating its seventh year that same weekend Jan. 27-31. Cerotino, who aims to promote Key West as a fine dining festival destination, said the inclusion of food trucks only raises the festival’s Tim Lorber, owner of BabyCakes Food profile.

Truck, plans to bring his truck to the first“Let’s keep it Key West ever food truck festival in Key West. fun, funky and local,” he said Steckley, an energetic 26-year-old taco lover, first sought to bring tacos to Big Pine but now sees larger opportunities for food trucks throughout the Keys. “I want to bring awareness about the availability of a different kind of food.” He is talking about on-the-go, high-quality food without the restaurant overhead. And, if all goes well, he will organize bigger rallies

Nom, nom, nom, nom Food trucks make chuck wagon circle on Jan. 30

By Hays Blinckmann

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ood Trucks are popping up throughout the Keys like gourmet mushrooms, but they will gather in one place on Saturday, Jan. 30 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at East Martello Fort in Key West.

Admission to the the first annual Food Trucks in Paradise costs $5 (or $3 for kids under 12). Besides good food, the revenue generated goes to two good causes — Reef Relief and Key West Art and Historical Society.

Clint Steckly owner of Trianos Tacos Truck of Big Pine came

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throughout the year to include high season times such as spring break.

Adan Morales, owner of Leila’s Latin, located on Smathers Beach, looks forward to the event. From Nicaragua, Adan and his family have been in Key West 20 years and he said he wants to bring his Latin food to locals, not just tourists. “I always had in mind a big event,” Morales said.

Tim Lorber, owner of Babycakes, who mostly sells at the artisan markets up and down the Keys, agrees “a more local event would be great.”

The food will be a variety of flavors from Mexican, Latin, German, Dutch, Chinese and local favorites. There promises to be something for everyone.

Music will highlight the afternoon with some local favorites: Acoustic Fish Out Of Water, 11 to noon; J Sneez, noon to 1 p.m.; Miquel Perez and Ross Brown, 1 to 2 p.m.; and Fish out of Water, 3 to 5 p.m. Plus, local vendors will be selling various craft works.

Round out your weekend with the high end flair of the Food and Wine Festival offering such unique events as • Whiskey Bazaar-a Bourbon Bash on Friday, Jan. 29 at Casa Marina Hotel, and • Wayward Vines hosting a wine dinner catered by Great Events on Friday, Jan. 29 at The Marker Hotel.

More than 40 events will take place in Key West, including classes on whiskey, rum and even absinthe that promises to be a “spirited event.” The Festival attracts more than 5,000 visitors each year. For more details, visit www.KWfoodwineFest.com.

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KEYS DISEASE

This hasn’t been a good year for musicians…

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was at Jackson Browne’s South Florida stop on his 2016 Solo Acoustic tour this past Wednesday, and as expected, the subject of Glenn Frey came up. A lot of people aren’t aware that Browne co-wrote the Eagles’ classic “Take It Easy” with Frey, dating back to the time early in the 1970s when Glenn lived just downstairs from Jackson in the same apartment building in Southern California. Quite a few years have passed since those early days… and it is now certainly a sad day for us Boomers who grew up with the Eagles’ music as, quite literally, the soundtrack of our lives.

Glenn Frey came to Southern California from Detroit, where he grew up with Motown, the Beatles, and his good friend Bob Seger. While working with Don Henley, Bernie Leadon, and Randy Meisner in Linda Ronstadt’s backup band, his idea for the Eagles became reality.

While Henley’s voice and lyrics were a huge part of the Eagles’ best songs, it was Frey’s smooth voice, easy-going songs, and talent for arranging those epic harmonies that really made the Eagles what they were.

Frey was the undisputed leader of the band, with Henley a close second. Their perfectionism and drive alienated other band members throughout the years, as Leadon, Meisner, and (most famously) Don Felder all left the band (or were fired, in Felder’s case) — all pissed off at Glenn. He did ride the band members hard in his effort to achieve the perfect sound, both in the studio and on stage.

The stress of the Eagles (along with certain other recreational pharmaceuticals) contributed to Glenn’s longtime suffering with gastric illness that eventually contributed to his passing.

As he said in a video from the 1970s, “Perfection isn’t easy.”

The legacy he left in song really was the soundtrack to a lot of lives. The songs such as “Take It Easy,” “Already Gone,” “Peaceful Easy Feeling,” “Lyin’ Eyes,” “Tequila Sunrise,” “New Kid in Town,” “Heartache Tonight” — are just as much classics as the ones he co-wrote with Henley, Felder, Browne, J.D. Souther, Jack Tempchin, and others on which he didn’t sing lead. The mellow smooth rock of the Eagles wasn’t popular with everyone… but it certainly touched a lot of lives and was the foundation and inspiration for a lot of beginning guitar players in the 1970s.

Because of that legacy, they stayed relevant as a recording and touring act until just last

year, when their two-yearlong History of the Eagles tour ended last summer. I got to see that show in Miami last July, and the concert provided a fitting retrospective of the band’s storied career as well as a good time with really great music. As that evening drew to a close, I was wondering if that was the last time we’d ever see the Eagles on stage… little did I or anyone else know that just a half-year later, we would be mourning the loss of Glenn Frey in a year that hasn’t dawned kind to musicians.

Back to this past Wednesday’s Jackson Browne concert – near the end of the show, Browne told the audience that although he wrote “Take It Easy” with Glenn Frey, he didn’t play the song live for many years. He said that concertgoers would comment about the great Jackson Browne show they had just seen, but wondered why he would play an Eagles cover song! He reminisced about

writing the song “Take It Easy,” saying that he hit a wall after he came up with the first verse and the chorus, and that Glenn kept bugging him to finish it so the Eagles could record it for their first album. Glenn asked Jackson to let him finish writing the song, and Jackson first told him no. The next day, Jackson realized that if Glenn did finish the song, it would probably turn

out a lot better, so he changed his mind. Glenn added the parts about that corner in Winslow, Arizona, a girl, a flatbed Ford, and the rest is music history.

Along with David Bowie and our own beloved Rocketman, 2016 has not been kind to us musical types. May all of you rest in peace, and thank you for the music and the joy you brought to so many.

John Bartus is a singer/songwriter, City Council Member and past President of the Greater Marathon Chamber of Commerce and the Rotary Club of Marathon.

John performs Saturday at the Key Colony Inn, next Wednesday at Knight’s Key Campground with Jade Storm, and Thursdays at Sparky’s Landing.

Music available on CDBaby. com and iTunes. www.johnbartus.com Page 25 • Marathon Weekly • Jan. 22, 2016

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BRIEFLY Parks department hosts Family Fun day Family Fun Fest is a free event being held on Saturday, Jan. 30 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Marathon Community Park.

There will be food, drinks, arts, crafts, games, music, and more. Groups participating include scout troops, Wild Bird Center, Marathon Fire Department, Sheriff’s Animal Farm, Sea Camp, local performers, and more. To have a booth for a local non-profit group or organization, email adamsa@ ci.marathon.fl.us.

Health Screenings offered throughout the Keys The 45th annual Florida Keys Health Fairs are taking place on Saturday, Jan. 30 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Fishermen’s Community Hospital in Marathon, Big Pine United Methodist Church and First Baptist Church on Big Pine Key, and at Key West High School. Screenings include vision, skin cancer, pap smears, breast exams, HIV testing, bone density, blood pressure, mental health, smoking cessation, male exams, dental screenings, children’s health, blood glucose and blood cholesterol. Call 305243-4898 for more information.

Local registration for 7MB Run announced

Story-Time with Barefoot Books, Sunday Jan 31st at noon

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The 35th annual 7 Mile Bridge Run is set to take place on April 9 at 7:30 a.m. from Knight’s Key. In an effort to grant Keys runners an advantage, organizers sat aside a registration block for Monroe County residents with photo ID, which opens on Thursday, Feb. 4, at 6 a.m. Those registering early must have a Keys address with a photo ID that matches that address. Registration for the general public will open on Tuesday, Feb. 9 at 6 a.m. The field is limited to 1,500 runners and fills quickly; last year, the field filled in less than 10 minutes.

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member of the Weekly staff is prepared to elbow competing customers out of the way in order to secure his Spanish chorizo sausage. Island Irie Eats also has a fantastic slaw — Napa (Chinese) cabbage, cilantro and Key Lime vinaigrette. The tropical mixed greens salad features mescaline and romaine lettuce, plantain chips, pineapple, mango, papaya and the aforementioned Key Lime vinaigrette.

“For people who are health oriented like myself, I appreciate the cooking because it’s not only delicious, but I also feel good about eating it,” said Matt Sexton of Keys Cable Park.

Chris moved to the Keys less than a decade ago after selling his restaurant in West Palm Beach. Natalie, a Michigan native, has been an islander for about the same amount of time. Both hope Irie Island Eats will develop into a full-time venture, or almost full-time, leaving them enough leisure hours for fishing and playing with their young son, Nolan O’Hara.

BRIEFLY Journalist to speak at Library’s speaker series Miami Herald columnist Fabiola Santiago will speak on Feb. 14 at 2 p.m. at St. Columba’s Parish Hall in Marathon on her opinions on issues ranging from the Cuban Adjustment Act, Donald Trump, and Marco Rubio. Doors open at 1:30 p.m. with coffee, tea, cookies and a meet and greet. Admission is free and open to the public.

Whalton’s Pet Shops support birds through raffle Whalton's Pet Shops in Marathon and Big Pine will be holding a raffle in February to raise funds for The Marathon Wild Bird Center. Raffle tickets will be $1 each and the prize is a $100 gift certificate. The winner will be chosen on Saturday, Feb. 27 at noon and representatives from the Wild Bird Center will be present from 10 a.m. to noon at the Marathon store with an exhibit to illustrate the organization's mission and needs.

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COMMUNITY NEWS

(* Denotes Item Is Passed By Consent Upon Approval Of Agenda) Public Comments taken on all items and at 6:30 pm time certain for items not on the agenda.

City Council Items *A. Approval of Minutes B. Human Trafficking Awareness Month Proclamation C. Florida Keys SPCA Presentation D. Green Incentive Program Presentation E. Naming of the Marathon Fire Station 15 (Vice Mayor Kelly) F. Community Announcements City Manager Report A. Public Works Department Report B. Fire Department Report C. Park and Recreation Department Report D. Planning Department Report E. Marathon Chamber/OFF Request Permission To Serve Beer/Wine At The 39th Annual Original Marathon Seafood Festival, To Be Held At Marathon Community Park on March 12 & 13 F. Request to Waive Fees and Extend Park Hours For Relay for Life Event on April 1, 2016 G. Dodge Lake Boat Ramp Update and Discussion Quasi-Judicial Public Hearings A. Resolution 2016-06, Consideration Of A Request By Jobe Partners LLC, For A Conditional Use Permit, Pursuant To Chapter 102, Article 13 Of The City Of Marathon Land Development Regulations (Code) Entitled “Conditional Use Permits”, Authorizing A Boat Ramp At Property Located At 102 Avenue G, Which Is Legally Described As Bk 10 Lt 14 & Adj Canal Coco Plum Beach PB4-166, Fat Deer Key, Monroe County, Florida, Having Real Estate Number 0364400-000000, Nearest Mile Marker 54.

Resolutions for Adoption *A. Resolution 2016-07, Waiving The City’s Purchasing Policies And Procedures And Approving Sole Source Direct Purchases Of Wastewater Treatment Equipment Repair Services To The City Owned Centrifuge By EES (Environmental Equipment Services, LLC) In an Amount Not to Exceed $74,882.53, Which Will Be Submitted For Reimbursement Through FDEP Grant LP44041; Authorizing The City Manager to Expend Budgeted Funds On Behalf Of The City; And Providing For An Effective Date. *B.

*C.

Resolution 2016-08, Waiving The City’s Purchasing Policies And Procedures And Approving Sole Source Direct Purchase In An Amount Not To Exceed $71,340.00 For VUEWorks (a Computerized Maintenance/Asset Management Solution), Through Data Transfer Solutions, LLC.; Which Will Be Submitted For Reimbursement Through FDEP Grant LP44040; Authorizing The City Manager to Expend Budgeted Funds On Behalf Of The City; And Providing For An Effective Date.

Resolution 2016-09, Approving an Amendment To The Contract With Slazar Construction and Plumbing, Inc., For Sludge Removal Services; Increasing The Contract Amount From $27,360.00 to $218,000.00; Authorizing The City Manager To Execute The Amendment And Expend Budgeted Funds On Behalf Of The City; And Providing For An Effective Date.

*D.

Resolution 2016-10, Nominating Property For Purchase By The Monroe County Comprehensive Plan Land Authority As Conservation Land; Requesting That The Property Title Be Transferred To The City; Authorizing The Mayor To Sign A Conservation Easement; And Providing For An Effective Date.

E.

Resolution 2016-11, Approving An Agreement Between The City And Pedro Falcon Electrical Contractors, Inc., For The Design/Build Of The Utilities And Public Works Maintenance Facility In An Amount Not To Exceed $1,994,484.00; Which Will Be Submitted for Partial Reimbursement From Wastewater Utility Grant Funding; Authorizing The City Manager To Execute The Contract And Expend Budgeted Funds On Behalf Of The City; And Providing For An Effective Date.

F.

Resolution 2016-12, Approving The Professional Service Agreement Between The City And Chen-Moore, For Pre-Construction Services and Construction Engineering and Inspection (CEI) Services For The Utilities and Public Works Maintenance In An Amount Not To Exceed $168,790.00; Which Will Be Submitted for Partial Reimbursement From Wastewater Utility Grant Funding Authorizing The City Manager To Execute The Contract And Expend Funds On Behalf Of The City; And Providing For An Effective Date.

The public hearings will commence at 5:30 p.m., or as soon thereafter as business permits, in the Marathon Government Center, EOC Room, 2798 Overseas Highway, Marathon, FL. All interested persons are invited to attend the meeting and participate in the discussion; or, written comments may be sent to the City of Marathon, c/o City Clerk, 9805 Overseas Hwy, Marathon, FL 33050. Pursuant to Section 286.0105, Florida Statutes, if a person decides to appeal any decision made by the City Council with respect to any matter considered at such hearing or meeting, one will need a record of the proceedings and for such purpose that person may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made; such record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based. ADA Assistance: Anyone needing special assistance at the City Council hearing due to disability should contact the City of Marathon at (305) 743-0033 at least two days prior thereto. Please contact the City Clerk at clavierd@ci.marathon.fl.us if you would like to receive any of the items on the agenda by email.

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Well-behaved students recognized Every month Stanley Switlik Elementary recognizes those students who consistently choose to make positive behavior choices and are recognized as behavioral role models. They are Tony Barrera in Prekindergarten, left, Luca Picariello in Kindergarten, Melissa Solis in first grade, Alaric Rodriguez in second grade, David Fernandez-Padilla in third grade, Travis Platter in fourth grade and Sabrina Gordillo-Perez in fifth grade. The students are pictured with Counselor Mary Lou Draczuk and Dean of Students Christina Rodriguez. Students also receive a free pizza from Papa John’s.

BRIEFLY Workforce housing subject of meeting The Monroe County Affordable Housing Committee will be hosting an Intergovernmental Workforce Housing Roundtable on Friday, Feb. 19 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Marathon’s County Government Center on the second floor. Attendees and the public will have an opportunity to comment at the meeting.

Grimal Grove serves wine and chocolate Grimal Grove is hosting a Chocolate and Wine Soiree with jazz music, light hors d’oeuvres, wine, and, of course, plenty of chocolate on Friday, Jan. 22 from 6 to 8:30 p.m. at the Cunningham Lane location in Big Pine Key. Tickets are $75 and can be bought at thegrimalgrove.org.

Additionally, the Grove will be hosting an Arts and Chocolate Festival and workshops on Saturday, Jan. 23 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. with a $5 entry fee. For

more information, or to volunteer, e-mail beth@themeruns. com.

Take a tour of Key West Cemetery The first Cemetery Stroll will take place on Saturday, Jan. 23 at Key West Cemetery.

During the 90-minute stroll, small groups of visitors will be escorted to gravesites where interpreters will tell the stories of the deceased in brief monologues. The groups are scheduled for departures at 9:30, 9:50, and 10:10 a.m. Space is limited, reservations are necessary, and can be made by calling 305304-1453. A donation of $10, cash or check, per person to the Historic Florida Keys Foundation is recommended. Additional strolls will take place on Feb. 20 and March 19. Participants should wear comfortable shoes and plan to walk over a mile on uneven ground. Bottled water will be provided.

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Lighthouse Grill & Marina at Faro Blanco Resort & Yacht Club now open!

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•McShimmel – Friday, Jan. 22 THE HURRICANE •Old Hippies – Friday, Jan. 22 and Saturday, Jan. 23 •Open Mic Night with Tony — Wednesday, Jan. 27 •Lara Hope and the Arktones – Thursday, Jan. 28 PORKY’S BAYSIDE •Tim Dee —Friday, Jan. 22 through Sunday, Jan. 24 •Michael Hammond – Wednesday, Jan. 27

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Lionfish 37 Beers on Tap Full liquor bar NFL Championship Games – Sun1/22 HAPPY HOUR 7 Days a Week – 11 Am till 6 PM

Pats vs. Denver 3:05 pm • Cards vs. Panthers 6:40 pm

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KEY WEST BOTTLE CAP LOUNGE DJ Dance Party – Friday and Saturday Country Dancing with Marvin – Tuesdays at 7:30 p.m.

DJ Dino House Music– Tuesdays at 10 p.m.

Karaoke with Shawn – Wednesday at 8 p.m.

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KRISTEN LIVENGOOD/Keys Weekly

DRINK

Johnna Perkins makes Sunset Grille’s Royal Sunset.

Sunset Grille & Raw Bar

By Kristen Livengood

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Food, Beer, Wine interactive Programs Educational activities Auction

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ibisicis oil has a lot of uses, but one of Johnna Perkin’s favorites is in the Royal Sunset drink, a specialty, at Sunset Grille’s bar. “I make quite a few of them every night,” said Perkins. “They are unique and different, which draws people to test it out.”

The drink is made with Cruzan black cherry rum, unsweetened tea and hibiscus oil.

The drink turns a pretty shade of purple after being muddled with lemons, mimicking some of the beautiful sunset colors seen from Sunset Grille’s waterfront location. It is garnished with an edible sweet candied hibiscus flower, which adds to its allure.

Perkins hails from a small town in New York called Brocton, and said she loves the fact that she has learned how to make so many tropical drinks after moving to Marathon in October. “I visited on and off and decided to make the move,” she said, adding she wanted to be closer to her father who has lived in the Keys for nine years.

When she isn’t working she is relaxing, or spending time at the beach and on the boat.

“I love all the people that I work with, they’re great,” she said. “And, nothing can beat watching the sunset here every day I’m working; it makes me happy.”

Sunset Grille and Raw Bar is located at the southeast foot of the 7 Mile Brige.

Arlington Electric South, Inc.

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MAINSTREAMING | GOOD GIFTS

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Watch

“The Revenant” (2015) Alejandro G. Inarritu’s “The Revenant” is not for the casual moviegoer, but then again, this is the same guy who wrote and directed “Birdman,” “Babel” and “Biutiful.” Translation: If you’re fatigued by Superhero films and manufactured scripts, you’ll love the cinematic paradox between artistry and brutality in “The Revenant.” The movie follows Hugh Glass (Leonardo DiCaprio) on a violent fur trading expedition through the uncharted American wilderness in the early 1800’s.

And after a brutal bear attack (that you will never forget), witnessing the murder of his son and being left for dead by his own men, Glass sets out on an implausible journey for revenge—and redemption. Currently in local theaters.

Showing at Regal Cinema Key West 6

Wear

TAG Heuer Carrera Cara Delevign Do you remember that expensive bracelet or pair of earrings you bought the love of your life for Valentine’s Day a few years back? Probably not. Because odds are she rarely has a chance to wear them in the Florida Keys. This Valentine’s Day splurge on a gift she can wear all year-round with a TAG Heuer watch. We like the Carrera Cara Delevigne. The bezel can be lined with white or black diamonds, a charcoal grey dial, rose gold hands and a diverse leather band. For other great gift ideas check with some of our local jewelers.

Jeff’s Gems in Key West. $3,500

Listen

‘Low,’ David Bowie (1977) The world lost one its most iconic musicians in January of 2016. And while there is no singular album that captures David Bowie’s ever-evolving experimentations, many of his disciples argue “Low” (1977) was the record that signified his vanguard into politics, art and style. Much like Hemingway had the ability to describe how an orange tasted, Bowie could make music about how an emotion felt. Ultimateclassicrock.com, who has “Low” as Bowie’s best album, said, “The creative partnership behind the record forged a feeling, a mood, a place. Like very few of the best albums ever recorded.”

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• CLASSIFIEDS, PUBLIC & LEGAL NOTICES •

Office spaces FOR RENT starting at $250/mo.

Parking spaces also available.

Located on US 1, Cudjoe Key. 305-304-0776

ST.JAMES CHILDRENS CENTER is in need of a Preschool teacher ft/pt position available. Must be FCCPC certified or higher. Please call Ms.SueEllen 305-852-2161 Lic# C16MO0033

A MULTI-PROGRAM YOUTH SERVICE AGENCY SERVING MONROE COUNTY (FLORIDA KEYS) SEEKS QUALIFIED APPLICANTS FOR THE FOLLOWING POSITIONS AT OUR TAVERNIER LOCATION:

Kitchen Service Manager

This position is responsible for all aspects of the food service program. The Food Service Manager plans all meals and snacks, prepares specified meals and snacks, and plans for the preparation of meals and snacks when he/she is not working.

This position does the ordering and purchasing for the food service program. The incumbent maintains standards and appropriate documentation to meet state and federal requirements.

The position requires a high school diploma, and one year of experience in the food service industry. Experience in a food service program as a cook or food manager in an institutional setting serving youth and a current Florida Food Manager Certificate would be preferable. All candidates must submit to a background screening, drug testing, and driver’s license check. The Florida Keys Children’s Shelter is a drug free workplace.

Please send resume via e-mail: pmurray@fkcs.org or fax 305-852-6902 or mail to Florida Keys Children’s Shelter, Inc., 73 High Point Road, Tavernier, FL 33070. EOE

New Restaurant Opening S. S. Wreck Cooks Bartenders Wait Staff

apply in person at 58835 Overseas Highway, MM59 Grassy Key

For Sale!

17 Acres on a Lot on Uninhabited Island off Summerland Key, FL! Rogo Exempt for Single Family Home. 1000 linear feet of open waterfront Owner financing available at 3% int amort over 30 yrs with 10 yr balloon.

Down payment dependent on final sales price and seller closing costs. $1.5 mil. Seller will entertain all offers!

Kathleen P Hancock PA Broker Associate Key West Real Estate Sales and Rentals, LLC Khancock99@aol.com 305-304-4034 www.Keywesthomes.us

A MULTI-PROGRAM YOUTH SERVICE AGENCY SERVING MONROE COUNTY (FLORIDA KEYS) SEEKS QUALIFIED APPLICANTS FOR THE FOLLOWING POSITIONS AT OUR TAVERNIER LOCATION:

Youth Support Staff

If you are interested in a career working with children, this could be the opportunity for you. You must be at least 21 years old with a high school diploma or equivalent to apply.

Bachelors Degree preferred. Some nights and weekends required. Pay rate is $10.50 to $12.50 an hour depending on ability and qualifications. Licensure and quality assurance standards require both male and female staff. All employees must retain a valid Florida driver’s license and receive background check and drug screening. The Florida Keys Children’s Shelter is a drug free workplace.

Please send resume via e-mail: pmurray@fkcs.org or fax 305-852-6902 or mail to Florida Keys Children’s Shelter, Inc., 73 High Point Road, Tavernier, FL 33070. EOE

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• CLASSIFIEDS, PUBLIC & LEGAL NOTICES • 305.743.0844 LEGAL NOTICES FICTITIOUS NAME NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned, desiring to engage in business under the fictitious name of SPIRIT SNORKEL, located at 1410 Overseas Highway, Marathon, FL 33050, intends to register said name with the Florida Department of State, Tallahassee, Florida.

DATED at Marathon, Monroe County, Florida this 13th of January, 2016.

Sole Owner: Captain Pip’s Marina and Hideaway, LLC Contact Person: John E. Crawford, Manager Published: January 22, 2016 The Weekly Newspapers FICTITIOUS NAME NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned, desiring to engage in business under the fictitious name of SPIRIT SNORKELING OF MARATHON, located at 1410 Overseas Highway, Marathon, FL 33050, intends to register said name with the Florida Department of State, Tallahassee, Florida.

DATED at Marathon, Monroe County, Florida this 13th of January, 2016.

Sole Owner: Captain Pip’s Marina and Hideaway, LLC Contact Person: John E. Crawford, Manager Published: January 22, 2016 The Weekly Newspapers FICTITIOUS NAME NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned, desiring to engage in business under the fictitious name of SPIRIT SNORKEL OF MARATHON, located at 1410 Overseas Highway, Marathon, FL 33050, intends to register said name with the Florida Department of State, Tallahassee, Florida.

DATED at Marathon, Monroe County, Florida this 13th of January, 2016.

Sole Owner: Captain Pip’s Marina and Hideaway, LLC Contact Person: John E. Crawford, Manager Published: January 22, 2016 The Weekly Newspapers

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION FILE NO.: 15-CP-149-P

LEGAL NOTICES EUGENE FRANCIS FORD AKA EUGENE F. FORD, SR., Deceased.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the Estate of Eugene Francis Ford aka Eugene F. Ford, Sr., deceased, whose date of death was October 21, 2015, is pending in the Circuit Court for Monroe County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 88820 Overseas Highway, Plantation Key, Florida 33070. The names and addresses of the Personal Representative and the Personal Representative’s attorney are set forth below.

All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this Notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. The date of first publication of this notice is: January 22, 2016.

Eugene F. Ford, Jr. Personal Representative 7200 Wisconsin Avenue, Suite 903 Bethesda, MD 20814 Keith B. Braun, Esq. Attorney for Personal Representative Florida Bar Number: 0979724 Comiter Singer Baseman & Braun, LLP 3801 PGA Boulevard, Suite 604 Palm Beach Gardens, Florida 33410 Telephone: (561)626-2101 Fax: (561)626-4742 Primary Email: legalservice@comitersinger. com Secondary Email: kbraun@comitersinger. com Publish: January 22 and January 29, 2015

LEGAL NOTICES IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SIXTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA Case No.: 15-DR-1158-K Division: Family Dmytro Poznyakov, Petitioner/Husband, and Galina Timonina, Respondent/Wife.

NOTICE OF ACTION FOR DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE (NO CHILD OR FINANCIAL SUPPORT) TO: Galina Timonina ADDRESS: 221 NW 8 Avenue, Apt. 205, Hallandale, FL 33009 YOU ARE NOTIFIED that an action for dissolution of marriage has been filed against you and that you are required to serve a copy of your written defenses, if any, to it on Dmytro Poznyakov whose address is 1909 Roosevelt Drive, Apt. #A, Key West, Florida 33040, on or before January 29, 2016 and file the original with the clerk of this Court at 500 Whitehead Street, Key West, FL 33040 before service on Petitioner or immediately thereafter.

If you fail to do so, a default may be entered against you for the relief demanded in the petition.

Copies of all court documents in this case, including orders, are available at the Clerk of the Circuit Court’s office.

You may review these documents upon request.

You must keep the Clerk of the Circuit Court’s office notified of your current address. (You may file Designation of Current Mailing and E-Mail Address, Florida Supreme Court Approved Family Law Form 12.915.)

Future papers in this lawsuit will be mailed to the address(es) on record at the clerk’s office.

WARNING: Rule 12.285, Florida Family Law Rules of Procedure, requires certain automatic disclosure of documents and information. Failure to comply can result in sanctions, including dismissal or striking of pleadings.

Dated: December 17, 2015 Amy Heavilin Clerk of the Circuit Court Monroe County, Florida By: Brittiny B. Dudley Deputy Clerk Publish: January 1, January 8, January 15, and January 22, 2016 The Weekly Newspapers

The Weekly Newspapers

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AUTOS WANTED

AUTOS WANTED ALL YEARS! Junk or Used.

Cars - Vans - Trucks.

Running or Not. CASH 305-332-0483

EMPLOYMENT Place your ad here for as little as $25.00 for all your employment needs. Call Hollie today @ 305-453-6928.

PGA Qualified Golf Pro wanted at Florida Keys Country Club.

Teaching experience & t o u r n a m e n t organizing a must.

Please contact Dave Metzler @ 305743-3433.

Facility Rental C o o r d i n a t o r N e e d e d .

Responsible, task driven, detail minded, dependable person needed with PR, Customer Relations, Administrative, scheduling and communication skills to run the growing rental program.

Computer, Internet and previous work experience a must. EOE, drug and smoke free workplace.

E-mail introduction and resume to kwbgs@ kwbgs.org.

Now Hiring Full Time Marina Reservations/ Concierge.

Please apply in person to Faro Blanco Resort and Yacht Club, 1996 Overseas Hwy, Marathon Construction Foreman wanted Need Vehicle.

Pay commensurate with experience. Call 305-304-7995 Seeking stable happy energetic personality for PT sales position in fun gift shop. Must be year-round Marathon resident; retirees welcome. Stop in to schedule appointment at 11528 Overseas Highway Marathon Babysitters Needed for vacationers!

3 0 5 - 5 2 2 - 6 0 5 0 Apply at http:// resortchildcare. com LOOKING FOR Wait Staff, Food Runners & Hosts. Established busy restaurant - must apply in Person. Sparky’s

EMPLOYMENT Landing, Key Colony Beach EXP. HELP ONLY needed for all positions. Apply in person Mon-Fri 10-11am @ Sunset Grille & Raw Bar Knights Key Blvd.

Marathon.

Bussers & Servers Needed Full Time Please apply during business hours. Key Colony Inn, 700 W. Ocean Dr. Key Colony.

FOR SALE

2006 Travel Trailer with slide out. Gulfstream

FOR SALE

HOBBIES/COLLECTIBLES

Conquest Series M26RLS. Excellent condition. Can be seen in Marathon.

Call (765)277-6400

HOBBIES/ COLLECTIBLES Will buy old nautical items, ship wheels, compasses, large reels, half hulls, lanterns, binnacles, telegraphs. Cased ship models for sale. Call Lou 305-735-4534 PRIVATE COLLECTOR WANTS Rolex Dive watches and Pilot Watches. Old model Military clocks &

watches. Call 305-7434578 FISHING MISC.

All types of permits for sale! Rock Shrimp, King Fish, Atlantic Snapper, Grouper Gulf, 6 Pack Reef & Pelagic. Commercial Gulf Reef Fish, Gulf Snapper IFQ’s, Long Line pkg. Many other permits avail. We buy, sell & broker all types of permits.

Call before you buy or sell! Please call for prices.

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Installation & Service Technicians Get your foot in the door to an awesome future. The demand for Broadwave products and services continues to grow, giving YOU a great opportunity to grow your career.

As one of our Communications Technicians, you'll connect customers to our many state-of-the-art offerings while building a solid foundation for your professional future. In this entry-level role, you will work independently in customers' homes and outdoors to install Broadwave products and services or troubleshoot reported issues as quickly as possible. During these visits, you'll build rapport with customers to ensure a positive experience each and every time. As you develop expertise in all of our offerings, you will be given opportunities to advance throughout our organization.

In addition to STRONG communication skills, our Installation & Service Technicians must have the following: • Ability to lift and move up to 80lbs • Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends • Ability to work well under pressure • Ability to perceive differences in wire and cable colors • Ability to complete on-the-job and/or classroom training as required to remain on the job • High school diploma or the equivalent is required Meet 275lbs weight limit due to safety restrictions • Must reside in the Lower Keys • Satisfactory results from a background/employment history investigation • Qualification on pre-employment screening • Up to 2 years of related experience is a plus, but not required Valid state driver’s license and non-negligent driving record Please send resumes via email at csmith@broadwave.com

DOLPHIN RESEARCH CENTER 58901 O/S Hwy - Grassy Key, FL Teaching... Learning...Caring

Dolphin Research Center has a full-time/permanent position for a Membership Assistant. Successful candidate will be responsible, organized, motivated, self-directed individual able to work effectively in team-oriented environment & maintain a high level of confidentiality & wants a career in fundraising for non-profit organizations. Job requires heavy data entry & report preparation.

Excellent oral/written communication, computer skills, use of databases, spreadsheets & financial software are required. Benefits include medical, life & disability insurance, 401(k), paid vacation, sick & holidays, & so much more! Job description available at www.dolphins.org. Email your resume to drc-hr@dolphins.org EOE Page 34 • Upper Keys Weekly • Jan. 22, 2016

MHS STUDENT OF THE WEEK

ETHAN QUAGLIANO What organizations and activities are you involved with at MHS and why are they important to you?

I am part of the Drama Club and Academic Challenge, and they are both important to be because they both give me the chance to broaden experiences in my life.

Who has been your biggest inspiration at MHS, and why?

I think my biggest inspiration at MHS would be Mr. Schubert because he kinda has the same story as me: Midwestern kid who moved to the Keys to better himself.

What class do you think has best prepared you for life after high school and why?

I would say my English classes have prepared me best for life because of the lessons I have learned in public speaking.

How is today’s world different than the one your parents or guardians grew up in?

My parents had me young and they were living in a world that had only began to realize the usefulness of technology.

Now my entire world almost revolves around it.

What advice would you give to a freshman entering high school?

Keep your head up and stick though the next couple of years. It may be hard and boring for you but its gonna help in the long run.

What movie character do you most identify with or would most like to be?

It may sound ridiculous but I would have to say Optimus Prime from the “Transformers” cartoon because he always sees the good in everything and always keeps cool in the face of danger.

What are the biggest challenges facing the Keys? What would you do to meet these challenges?

I would have to say the rate of homeless growth is a pretty big problem and I would start with finding a way to make housing more available and cheap, and also bring more work to the Keys.

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Family Dentistry with an Emphasis on Comfort & Quality New Patients Welcome!

Christopher D. Golden, D.M.D. Big Pine Key • 305-872-4272 & www.keysdentist.com

If you could advise the President of the United States on one thing, what would it be?

If I could advise the President on one thing, it would be that the number of mass shootings in this county is absurd and must be dealt with in some way to ensure the safety of the American people.

What are your plans after high school?

Attend FKCC for two years and receive an associate’s degree in hospitality then go to a larger university to become a resort manager.

Finish this sentence: Living in the Keys has taught me… … that life should be just as beautiful as where I live.

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• CLASSIFIEDS, PUBLIC & LEGAL NOTICES • 305.743.0844 Keys

DOLPHIN RESEARCH CENTER

Insurance Services

58901 O/S Hwy - Grassy Key, FL Teaching... Learning...Caring

POSITIONS AVAILABLE

Licensed 220 or 440 Account Manager/CSR. Minimum 3 years Commercial or personal lines experience. Motivated, responsible individual with the ability to multi task in a fast paced Insurance Agency. Offices in KW, KL and Marathon.

Travel between the offices a couple days a week is possible.

Personal growth is guaranteed as Agency grows. Salary will commensurate with experience.

Administrative Support Staff: Professional individual who enjoys working with others and being part of Team. Position will include Receptionist responsibilities as well as Data Entry. **Both Positions require Office, Outlook and Computer Skills.

Keys Insurance is an equal opportunity employer with excellent benefits,including Group Life & Health Insurance, 401K Plan, PTO and paid Holidays. Please send your resume to gbetancourt@keysinsurance.com or fax it to (305) 743-0582.

Immediate opening for a HVAC Service Technician Upper & Middle Keys.

Great Pay • Paid Holidays • Sick Pay • Medical Insurance • Paid Vacation

Apply in person 171 Hood Ave • MM 91.5 • Tavernier p 305-852-2960 • f 305-852-0656

NEED HELP NOW!

The Hammocks at Marathon

FULL TIME JOB OPPORTUNITIES: Maintenance Technician Houseperson / Carpet Shampoo Activities Associate

FOH Assistant Manager 2 yrs Server/ Bartender exp., full-time, salary/benefits.

Great attitude/team player.

Send resume to teresa@marathonyachtclub.com or in person to Marathon Yacht Club @ 825 33rd Street.

GREAT BENEFITS PROGRAM

HOW SHOULD I APPLY? or Call Miranda at 443-624-2338, 1688 Overseas Highway Gulf Side

Beautiful home with views of Sombrero Lake.

Over 200' of dockage with 50 amp service for 2 boats. Priced at 1,570,000. Open House Sun Jan31st 11am-2pm. 250 N Anglers, Marathon.

Century 21/Schwartz Realty contact Francesca Gaul 305-304-4581 for more info.

58901 O/S Hwy - Grassy Key, FL Teaching... Learning...Caring

Dolphin Research Center has temporary openings for Guest Services. Duties are multifaceted including welcoming guests, taking reservations, retail and photo sales. Job description available at www.dolphins.org. E-mail your resume to drc-hr@dolphins.org. EOE

No experience necessary. We train you to go to various jobsites, collect samples and run tests in the laboratory. Vehicle provided. Must speak English and have a clean driving record. Starting pay $15/hour. Pay rate will rise at intervals.

305-743-5555

For Sale!

DOLPHIN RESEARCH CENTER

Page 36 • Marathon Weekly • Jan. 22, 2016

Leigh Ann's Coffee House hiring Kitchen Help. Apply in person. 301 Sadowski Causeway, Key Colony Beach, MM 54.

Now Hiring Office Person.

Full or Part time person for the office, Computer/Quick books, telephone skills and general office duties. Drug free workplace. On time and reliable person is a must!

Apply in person at 10700 5th Gulf Marathon FL 305-743-7072 eerp@bellsouth.net

Concrete Field and Laboratory Position

Full medical, dental and vision, 20 days a year paid time off, highly discounted resort use program, 401k match and much more.

Walk-in to apply

Dolphin Research Center has a full-time position for a Social Media & Marketing Assistant. The successful candidate will be a responsible, organized, motivated, self-directed individual who demonstrates excellent “team player” skills and the ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality. Social media experience with excellent oral and written communications, interpersonal and computer skills are a must. Experience with graphic design a plus. A B.S./B.A. degree in communications, marketing or related field and at least 1-2 years of progressive work experience or a combination of education and experience are required. Benefits include medical, life & disability insurance, 401(k), paid vacation, sick & holidays & so much more! Job description available at www.dolphins.org. Email your resume to drc-hr@dolphins.org. EOE

Marathon Yacht Club Now Hiring Exp. Servers Please apply in person to Teresa @ Marathon Yacht Club 825 33rd Street.

17 Acres on a Lot on Uninhabited Island off Summerland Key, FL! Rogo Exempt for Single Family Home. 1000 linear feet of open waterfront Owner financing available at 3% int amort over 30 yrs with 10 yr balloon.

Down payment dependent on final sales price and seller closing costs. $1.5 mil. Seller will entertain all offers!

Kathleen P Hancock PA Broker Associate Key West Real Estate Sales and Rentals, LLC Khancock99@aol.com 305-304-4034 www.Keywesthomes.us

A MULTI-PROGRAM YOUTH SERVICE AGENCY SERVING MONROE COUNTY (FLORIDA KEYS) SEEKS QUALIFIED APPLICANTS FOR THE FOLLOWING POSITIONS AT OUR MARATHON LOCATION:

Case Management Worker

Full-Time Case Manager needed for a community-based program in Marathon. Applicant will work with at-risk youth. The right professional will have a Masters Degree, Bachelors degree or related degree. Must be able to provide their own vehicle, vehicle insurance and have a current FL drivers' license. Experience in children’s and/or family counseling and computer literacy would be assets.Must be organized, detail-oriented and excellent with people. Positions require flexibility, availability, and comfort working with youth, families, and interagency.

Salary based on Degree. All candidates must submit to a background screening, drug testing, and driver’s license check. The Florida Keys Children’s Shelter is a drug free workplace.

Please send resume via e-mail: pmurray@fkcs.org or fax 305-852-6902 or mail to Florida Keys Children’s Shelter, Inc., 73 High Point Road, Tavernier, FL 33070. EOE

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• CLASSIFIEDS, PUBLIC & LEGAL NOTICES • 305.743.0844 HIDEAWAY CAFE

Kitchen and Bath Designer needed for Marathon Location Please call Ryan @ 305-481-1791

Now hiring Full-Time Food Processors.

Apply in Person 3390 Gulf View Avenue Marathon, FL EOE/Drug Free Work Place.

IMMEDIATE HIRING Dining Room Captains Busperson Food Runners Call between 10am – Noon Robert (305) 289-1554

Construction Supervisor/Laborer Wanted

MARATHON GARBAGE SERVICE We are now hiring for the following positions:

Physical Duties, Bobcat Experience Vehicle Required

Diesel Hydraulic Mechanic Truck Helpers Applicants must apply in person to be considered.

Call 305-304-7995

4290 Overseas Hwy, Marathon

let’s do business let’s do business FAAST MOBILE SERVICE Specializing in Personal Watercraft & Jet Boat Repair – over 20 years

Tropical Designs Designing Kitchens & Baths

SP3612

cell: e-mail:

305-743-3368 305-240-4487 mhms@juno.com CAPTAIN DAVID A. FOLEY

305.393.3772 www.tropicaldesigns.net

SP3613

RICK’S MOBILE MARINE

CERTIFIED MARINE SURVEYS

office:

305-289-1150

Kevin W. Roberts, LLC

MARCH HARE MARINE SERVICES MASTER MARINE SURVEYOR SERVING ALL THE KEYS

• Serving Ocean Reef to Key West since 1976

Sales & Installation

Glenn Faast, Owner

305 481-9106 / faastg@aol.com Licensed #29240-101686 Commercial / Residential

We Service and Sell Marine A/C, Refrigeration, Watermakers, Batteries, Solar Systems, Anything Electrical!

*OUTBOARD SPECIALIST 29240-100837 *FACTORY CERTIFIED *OMC-YAMAHA-HONDA-SUZUKI LICENSED

305-942-6555

SERVING MARATHON AREA

INSURED

www.saltservice.net 2992 Overseas Highway Marathon, FL 33050 Showroom MM 48.5 SALT SERVICE, INC.

Florida Solar Contractor CVC 56734

New Swimming Pools Fiberglass and Concrete Weekly Service and Repairs Lic# CPC1457751

305-849-8063 • Marathon, FL

got brick?

LICENSED CFC1427241

10700 5TH AVENUE GULF P. O. BOX 500995 MARATHON, FLORIDA KEYS 33050

Phone: (305) 743-6526

ANDREW J. WOLSZCZAK, M.D.

Diplomat American Board of Urology Adult & Pediatric Urology 8151 Overseas Hwy., Suite 200 Marathon, FL 33050 Page 37 • Marathon Weekly • Jan. 22, 2016

installation • repairs commercial retaining walls brick cleaning & sealing Dave Keller (305) 304-3966 family owned & operated

Now Hiring

Waitstaff, Food Runners & Hosts Great Opportunity to work year round!

Please apply in person daily at 3pm.

Sparky's Landing! (305) 684-9799

LIFE ON THE LINE BAIT DELIVERY SERVICE

LIVE

FRESH

FROZEN

PILCHARDS - PINFISH - CRABS BALLYHOO - HOMEMADE CHUM & MORE ISLAMORADA TO KEY WEST CALL FOR PRICING AND AVAILABILITY

BUSINESS: (305) 998-4854

CELL: (813) 480-4137

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let’s do business Vacation Rental Property Managers We maximize owners income while maintaining homes to the strictest standards.

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AUTO GLASS

• Work with all Ins. Comps. • Windshield Replacement • Free Mobile Service • Stone Chip Repair

• PGT Windows & Doors Sales & Installation • Store Fronts • Tub & Shower Enclosures • Safety & Tempered Glass

305-390-2315

www.KeysRentalsOnline.com

• Furniture Glass • Marine Glass • Lexan • Custom Sand Blasting • Mirrors & Mirror Walls

Total Home & Business TH&B

Lic# EC13005589

Painting and Repairing since 1989

954-609-7551 thbrepair@hotmail.com www.flpainter.com

Residential - Commercial

305-735-4042

Licensed and Insured

6677 O/S Hwy, MM 50.5 Marathon

"We don't strive to be the cheapest, but we do strive to be the best"

Barbara Sanchez

Gonzalez Landscaping

Home & Offices Expertly Cleaned Fast Dependable Service “We Clean Your Place, Like it Was Our Place”

Luis 305-481-6189

Excellent References Upon Request

Willie 305-395-8294

305-766-0819 305-924-0179

SP2359

Manicures • Pedicures Acrylics • Gelish • Facials • Waxing

FEATURED DESTINATION

CUBA

5177 Overseas Highway

Call us about Land/Sea/Air packages (305) 743 7575 Email us at stw@seatheworldtravel.com Business hours: MON-TUE-THU-FRI 9am to 4pm Appointments by request.

Precision Pavers Belgard Brick • Clean & Seals • Old Castle Coastal We will make your driveway look new again Brick driveway • Patios • Pool • Deck’s • Retaining Walls Free estimates will not be underbid

305-896-3599 Out Door Living Spaces

(Between Office Depot & Main Post Office)

Marathon, FL 33050 305-289-1631

www.marathonhairandnailsalon.com

Specializing in Color and Highlights Haircuts Keratin Treatments

305-664-0099 www.TikiHuts.com

STATE CERTIFIED THATCHING CONTRACTOR CYC 000002

OVER THE SEAS PROPERTIES • Condo & HOA Management • Short & Long Term Rental Management • Commercial & Residential Real Estate • Home Watch & Maintenance

A LA CARTE PRICING FOR CONDO ASSOCIATIONS & HOAs 305-304-9373 otsproperties.com Randy Currelly & Thea Knott

Tropical Designs Designing Kitchens & Baths Sales & Installation

Kevin W. Roberts, LLC

5177 Overseas Highway, Marathon, FL 33050 (Between Office Depot and Main Post Office)

SP3102

Only $35 Puts Your Business Card Here Page 38 • Marathon Weekly • Jan. 22, 2016

Nails by Ivis

NEW & REPAIR

305-289-1631 www.marathonhairandnailsalon.com

Business Cards Published In 10,000 Copies Weekly

SP3612

305.393.3772 www.tropicaldesigns.net

SP3613

The Weekly Newspapers www.KeysWeekly.com 305-453-6928 hollie@keysweekly.com Page 38 • Upper Keys Weekly • Jan. 22, 2016

let’s do business Rent the Legendary Keys Cruisers $45 per week includes baskets-locks-lights

We also rent Kayaks

Free Delivery, Free Pick Up & Free Snow Removal Marathon and Key Colony Beach

305-743-3204

www.bikemarathonbikerentals.com

All Keys Real Estate

s ’ a n a D AIR CONDITIONING Lic # CAC 1818326

COMMERCIAL & RESIDENTIAL www.danasairconditioning.com

Ice Machines • Pool Heaters • Service Agreements Phone: (305)289-9498 Fax: (305)743-8810 “SHUT YOUR WINDOWS, SHUT YOUR DOORS, YOU AIN’T GONNA BE HOT NO MORE”

Brenda Alexander

Broker Associate

10055 Overseas Highway Marathon, FL 33050 305-481-5156 (Direct) www.KeysIslandSales.com Brenda@KeysIslandSales.com

Selling The Florida Keys...

Great Prices, Good Service, Good People

ET’S DO BUSINESS Each Office Independently Owned and Operated

FAAST MOBILE SERVICE

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Call the Experts!

305-289-1748

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Joel & Bonnie Cadbury

ARTISTIC CONCRETE DESIGN • Stamping & Staining • Decorative Concrete Coatings • Pressure Cleaning & Sealing • Murals & Logos www.keysdecoconcrete.com

Kitchen Cabinets Sales

Glenn Faast, Owner REAL Wood Cabinets at Particle Board Prices 305 481-9106 / faastg@aol.com Licensed #29240-101686 Beds CommercialKitchenKorner/Fred's / Residential

1333 O/S Hwy, MM 53.5 • 305-743-7277

Ceramic Tile We Do Porcelain Installations!

Marble Licensed & Insured Granite Tops FREE ESTIMATES & 109th St, Marathon Floor & Wall Tiles U.S.1 (Across from Beall’s Outlet) Carpets Lic#SP-3562 289-3019

By Ed Moran. Free Est., Lic SP3136 & Ins’d

305-923-0654 • Celebrating Our 10th Year!

DOT PALM, Inc. Rent the Legendary Keys Cruisers SP 3636 $35 per week includes baskets-locks-keys

LANDSCAPING & TREE SERVICES We also rent Kayaks

TREE CLIMBER WANTED Free Delivery, Free Pick Up & Free Snow Removal Marathon F R E Eand E S Key T I MColony A T E S Beach MULCH 305-743-3204

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Liz Samess Interiors

Licensed & Insured Contractor # CACO53827

Design, Decorating, Drafting, & More…

ARTIC TEMP, INC. Liz Samess Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Interior Designer

(954) 801-7883 Residential, Commercial & Marine Email: interiordesignbyliz@gmail.com Ice Machine - Sales - Service CELL:

8080 Shark Dr., Marathon, FL 33050 Phone: (305) 743-5288 Fax: (305) 743-6887

Page 39 • Marathon Weekly • Jan. 22, 2016 “SHUT YOUR WINDOWS, SHUT YOUR DOORS,

10887 Overseas Hwy, Suite 201 Marathon, FL 33050 305.775.9909 • Miami.Chic@live.com

Licensed & Insured Contractor # CACO53827

ARTIC TEMP, INC. Air Conditioning & Refrigeration

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Satisfaction Guarantee “Fresh off our Boat”

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Ocean Reef Key Largo, Islamorada

Ear, Nose & Throat Disorders Nasal Allergies

URGENT CASH 4 CARE GOLD SAME DAY APPOINTMENTS

Joe’s Marathon Pawn Dr. Angelo Consiglio A LLERGY, E AR, N OSE & THROAT 6679 O/S Hwy. – Marathon, FLCENTER (305)289-4400 305-743-3082

5701 O/S Hwy. #17, Marathon | www.allergyentdoc.com

Residential, Commercial & Marine Ice Machine - Sales - Service Phone: (305) 743-5288

Fax: (305) 743-6887

LEARN HOW TO DANCE Ballroom & Latin Dance Private & Group Lessons First Lesson Free!

Theo & Ganine’s DANCE CENTER 305-766-3428 Gulfside Village #40

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ng i m o C " ew N " n o So ation: L o c ey K !

L a rgo

OPEN HOUSES SATURDAY, JAN. 23 , NOON-3PM RD

Marathon

894 69th Street Ocean $410,000 Stacie Kidwell 305-731-9075

Key Colony Beach

45 7th Street $495,000 Charly Farritor 520-271-5518

Marathon

714 83rd Street Ocean $335,000 Bill Paulson 305-360-5600

10055 O/S Hwy, Marathon (MM 52) 305-735-4095 Page 40 • Marathon Weekly • Jan. 22, 2016

Little Torch

760 La Fitte Road $499,000 Joyce Thomas 305-923-3943

Marathon

523 Avenida Primiceria $848,000 Ben Daniels (305) 395-2723

Ramrod

27365 Barbuda Lane $749,900 Bryan Rundio 305-923-4351

www.ReMaxAllKeys.com

Key Colony Beach

Seapointe Condo Unit 202 $1,295,000 Guy Moreau 305-393-3004

Big Pine Key

30841 Ortega Drive $479,000 Brenda Symonds 305-394-7882

88539 O/S Hwy, Islamorada (MM 88.5) 305-453-2223 Page 40 • Upper Keys Weekly • Jan. 22, 2016

Batten the hatches; it’s gonna blow again.

1¢

News • Entertainment • Art • Fishing

The first annual Island Boat Show sets sail on Friday and Saturday, Jan. 22-23 at Hawks Cary Resort’s Villas and Marina, MM 61. Boats from top manufacturers will be on display and the public is invited to attend fishing seminars by local fishing guides. The show runs from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and proceeds benefit the Island Christian School. Photo contributed.

FIN RACES - SCUBA NATION • KIDS PLAY AREA • COOKING DEMOS • LIVE MUSIC • ARTS & CRAFT VENDORS • ZIP LINE • CONCH FRITTER EATING CONTEST • MAGIC SHOWS • LITTLE MERMAID CONTEST

Saturday & Sunday 11am – 8pm

11am – 4pm

Jan. 30-31

The

96.9 Upper Keys 94.3 Middle Keys 93.7 Lower Keys

Rowell’s Marina • Mile Marker104.5 • Key Largo Admission: $5 over 12. Under 12 free. SORRY - NO PETS AND NO COOLERS!!

www.KeyLargoSeafoodFestival.com KEY LIME PIE EATING CONTEST • FISHING DEMOS • FACE PAINTERS • FRESHEST SEAFOOD • JUNKANOO BAND (SAT) • PIRATE CONTEST • CAR SHOW ON SUNDAY • FIREWORKS ON SATURDAY NIGHT

Sponsorships still available!

SPONSORS

Marathon Chamber of Commerce Bishop Rosasco CPA Brass Monkey Royal Crest Builders Salon Blanco Spa AWAX Floor & Window Cleaning

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Discount Rock & Sand Kristen Brenner- Island Breeze Real ty Cruise Planners – Cynthia Grant Promotions Guy Marathon Garbage Service Florida Keys Electric Co American Caribbean Real Estate First State Bank Kramerica- Real Estate Book Centennial Bank Lisa Ferringo – Coldwell Banker RE The Weekly Time Out Magazine David Grego – Island Breeze Realty RE/MAX Real Estate Jo Ann Cook & Ben Daniels PA

Page 20 • Upper Keys Weekly • Jan. 22, 2016

CSHS STUDENT OF THE WEEK

Lazy Days South What organizations and activities are you involved with at CSHS and why are they important to you?

Football and basketball are very close to my heart because I really enjoy playing these sports. And during the time I have played them in high school I have made a lot of new and good friends.

Who has been your biggest inspiration at CSHS and why?

Austin Seabolt is my biggest inspiration because he is a very kind and good-hearted person. He’s also one of the best football players I know.

What class do you think has best prepared you for life after high school and why?

Mrs. Andersen’s Algebra class prepares me because we don’t just do math, we also talk about the real world and how important math is.

Do you tweet? Who do you follow on Twitter?

I use my Twitter sometimes and just follow my friends and family.

What are the biggest challenges facing the Keys? What would you do to meet these challenges?

Well in my life there’s not really any challenges. As soon as I go over the bridge I feel at home.

What are your plans after high school?

I want to get a sports scholarship at a good school and then get my medical degrees to become a veterinarian.

MARATHON • MM 47.3 (725 11th Street, Ocean) 305-289-0839

Lazy Days ISLAMORADA MM 79.9 Ocean 305-664-5256

Enjoy Relaxing Oceanfront Dining While Feasting On Exquisite Seafood Dishes Prepared By Chef Lupe & His Culinary Team Reservations Recommended Lazy Days South

www.lazydayssouth.com

Lazy Days

www.lazydaysrestaurant.com

Amazing Sunset Views Daily Lunch & Dinner Specials!

Cook Your Own Catch!

Lunch Begins at 11 am Dinner Begins at 4 pm Happy Hour ~ 4-6 Daily (Bar Only) Local Fish Delivered DAILY at Both Locations by local Keys Captains

Keep smiling... it makes people wonder what you’re up to.

Cheryl Troxel, former wife, & Rita Troxel, current wife ...best friends

“We both married Fred for the usual reasons, but soon discovered just how brilliantly talented he is. He put these smiles on both our faces.

How he created them... well, that’s our little secret”.

Do you think you will make the Keys your permanent home? Why or why not?

Yes, but I will try living in different parts of the country first to see if I find a passion for anywhere else.

Finish this sentence: Living in the Keys has taught me… … a lot about the water and just how beautiful living on an island can really be.

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Big Plans…

Little Budget?

ALL FLOORING$

1 sf Less than

TILE • VINYL • CARPET • WOOD • LAMINATE

Our Newest location now open in Key Largo 1000s of Feet of Brand Name Quality Flooring in Stock

Come See What Everyone is Talking About!

Key Largo (305) 451-0586 • MM 102 • 101961 Overseas Highway Monday-Saturday 8-6 Orange City (386) 774-8000 • Ormond Beach (386) 615-8944

JustaDollarFloor.com Page 40 • Marathon Weekly • Jan. 22, 2016

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