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MARATHON WEEKLY / MAY 27, 2016 By Gabriel Sanchez The 2016 hurricane season begins on Wednesday, June 1. Colorado State University, a leading authority in modeling Atlantic Basin storms, has published their predictions — 12 named storms, with five expected to become hurricanes, and two reaching major hurricane status. Now, more than ever, locals should begin preparations for an active season. In the spirit of timely planning, we decided to ask locals …
What lessons have hurricanes taught you? “You can never really trust what the Weather Channel says,” said Dave Stuart. “I should say, however, to never underestimate any storm and be ready with plenty of food and water.”
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Lenny Martineau remembers the uncharacteristic properties of his namesake storm, Hurricane Lenny of 1999. “After it formed, it traveled from west to east. Up until that storm, it was unheard of for any hurricane to behave like that. The lesson is you have to go with your own flow. So be unique in your planning.”
Megan Philbrick, of Nowhere Bar and Grill, said “Not to swim in the ocean during the hurricane. I went out swimming in Hurricane Hannah in 2008 and the water got extremely rough. I had to swim as best I could to avoid getting pulled out to sea.”
“Always be prepared,” said Ryan Irwin, a local fisherman. “It should be habit that at this time of year everyone begins to think about what they could potentially need and use. Make the effort and get supplies beforehand.”
Stephanie Rudeck, group sales manager at Hyatt Place, said, “My biggest concern during a hurricane that requires evacuation are rules about pets and shelters. It’s important to have a preparedness plan and also know when to stay and when to go.”
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By Sara Matthis
urricane season begins next week and no one is more ready than Monroe County’s new emergency management director. “We are incredibly fortunate to be able to hire a person with so much professionalism and with so much experience and expertise in emergency management,” County Administrator Roman Gastesi said. Martin Senterfitt, 49, comes to the Keys from the City of Jacksonville. He started as a firefighter and worked his way up the ranks, serving as the Director of Duval County Emergency Preparedness and Director/ Fire Chief of Jacksonville Fire and Rescue. As Fire and Rescue Chief, he managed a $210 million budget and managed 1,300 employees. As director of Emergency Preparedness, he was responsible for overseeing preparedness, response, recovery, mitigation and Homeland Security. He also led the city’s Emergency Operations Center in all disaster activations. Since his arrival earlier in the month, he has been meeting with officials ranging from Sheriff Rick Ramsay to city managers to learn about what resources they have and what they need. Senterfitt said he’s impressed with the Keys’ preparedness. “The bad news is that the Keys are the most at risk from hurricanes. The good news is because the risk is so real, the community is very aware,” he said. With no storms at sea, this is a good time to ask the guy with the most serious job some very lighthearted questions: Do we call you Martin, Marty or do you have a nickname? Marty works great. My Mom calls me Martin when I'm in trouble. Besides geography, what is the Keys’ weakest link when it comes to hurricanes? The ability to get mutual aid from the mainland. Other counties can expect aid quickly from their surrounding neighbors. Our aid will take much longer. What is the Keys’ greatest strength when it comes to hurricanes? The "can do" attitude of the locals. I have been pleasantly surprised by how knowledgeable most locals are and the level of personal accountability they accept in time of crisis. What was the scariest natural disaster/emergency that you have ever witnessed? Hurricane Katrina — a truly devastating storm.
What did you learn from Hurricane Katrina? Major hurricanes are exponentially far more dangerous than Category 1 storms. Some people believe that since they have weathered a Category 1 hurricane they are prepared for anything. The level of destruction found with major storms is so much greater, many people are taken off guard, and suffer unnecessarily. What’s the plan if a hurricane knocks out a bridge between here and the mainland? The Department of transportation has a well thought-out technical plan to address just such an issue. My job would be to coordinate all other agencies and their response to the effects of loosing a bridge. What’s your favorite weather app? What’s your favorite weather web site? I go straight to the National Hurricane Center. These folks are truly experts! Who puts the shutters up at your house? Ouch! My wife.
What’s the last book your read? “Yesterday's Florida Keys.” What’s the most dangerous — wind, flood or navigating an insurance claim? The most dangerous is flooding; the most complex … definitely insurance. If you could fight one person, alive or dead, who would it be? Hmmm, not sure of the exact person but they would definitely be in the dead category. I figure dead people don't hit quite as hard. Which sports team do you root for? Jacksonville Jaguars! Go Jags! Would you say you’re a strong swimmer? Of course I would say it! I'm a man! But no, not really. You can invite any five people to your hurricane party, who’s on the guest list? Hah! Trick question! Emergency Management Directors don't have hurricane parties! We have press releases to talk bad about people attending hurricane parties. What’s your worst kept secret? I'm going bald. What is your nerdiest passion? All of the great Avengers movies coming out! The Black Widow is HOT! Other than hurricanes, what other emergency situation should the Keys prepare for? Infrastructure failure or impact: one bad accident on a bridge can separate you from your children or family. Have a plan! Ketchup or mustard? Ketchup. Finish these sentences … The Keys are … paradise! Jacksonville is … headed to the Super Bowl! One day! Everybody needs … five days of food and water in their hurricane kit. Really. Not 24 hours; five days!
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ith hurricane season’s official start just around the corner on June 1, now is a good time to start personal, family and business preparations. Monroe County government is already working hard behind the scenes to be ready for any storms that may come this way. This past week, Monroe County Emergency Management hosted a hurricane exercise for all Keys’ responders and entities involved in storm preparations and evacuations at the Emergency Operations Center in Marathon. It was part of a statewide hurricane exercise. The packed room of 86 people – representing 24 governmental and private entities – demonstrates it takes a village to protect residents and tourists before, during and after major Eighty-six storms. The group worked together to officials, respond to a fake storm, dealing with it representing at different stages of progression as it moved toward the island chain. 24 agencies, Among the participants were Montook part in the roe County government’s Fire-Rescue, event. Public Works, Information & Technology, Airports and Planning & Growth Management departments. The exercise also included the Sheriff’s Office, all the municipalities and their fire rescue and police, all three Keys’ hospitals, the Tourist Development Council, the National Weather Service, Florida Division of Emergency Management, Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation, Florida Park Service and the Florida Highway Patrol. Oh, there’s more: Monroe County School District, Monroe County Health Department, Florida Department of Health, Florida Keys Aqueduct Authority, Florida Keys Electric Co-op, Mosquito Control and the American Red Cross. Martin Senterfitt, Monroe County’s new Emergency Management director, told the group that when the EOC is activated it’s important to have representatives “with decision-making ability” from all these groups present. “We work together to make decisions,” he said. Senterfitt is replacing Irene Toner, who is retiring June 30 after 17 years in the position. Monroe County Emergency Services Director and Fire Chief James Callahan pointed out that this was Toner’s last hurricane exercise. She received a standing ovation.
Toner honored for service Contributed Monroe County’s Emergency Management Director Irene Toner received the Lifetime Achievement Award recently during the 30th Annual Governor’s Hurricane Conference. Toner was recognized for her outstanding contributions and accomplishments in the field of hurricane preparedness, response, recovery and mitigation at the local, state and national level. Toner retires on June 30, after nearly two decades of service to Monroe County and 35 years working in emergency management.
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arathon resident and businessman Steve Cook is running for Marathon City Council. “There is a lot of good happening in town right now,” Cook said. “I want to help strike a balance between the tourism industry and our community. We need to figure out how to make ‘us’ and ‘them’ into ’we.’” Since moving to the Keys 13 years ago from St. Louis, Missouri, Cook and his wife Shelia built an oceanfront home called “The Bait Shack” they have loaned to various
Steve Cook and his wife, Sheila, are best known for founding The Art Studio in Marathon in 2012.
organizations for fundraising events. In 2012, the couple founded The Art Studio. Cook is active with the Coast Guard Auxiliary, serving as a flotilla commander and divisions operations officer. He is also a member of the Marathon Rotary Club, Monroe Marauders and a member of the Chamber of Commerce. “There is a lot of talk about Marathon becoming the center of the Keys,” Cook said. “I want to be part of a group that will shape where we are going.”
BRIEFLY Color Guard hosts Memorial Day services The American Legion Color Guard, Auxiliary, Riders, and service members past and present will be attending the Memorial Day services on Monday, May 30 at various Keys locations. The services are open to the public and all are encouraged to attend. The Auxiliary will be presenting flags for all the graves of veterans at 8 a.m. at the Big Pine Key cemetery. The American Legion Riders and the American Legion Color Guard will fire a salute and play “Taps” at 9 a.m; memorial salulte and services will happen at 11 a.m. at American Legion Post 154, 4115 Overseas Highway in Marathon; and a
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memorial salute and services at noon the Disabled American Veterans post near the Marathon airport. Kids Fishing Derby is coming June 15 Every year, local kids ages 6 to 14 are invited on a special end-of-theyear fishing trip. The event is put together by the cities of Marathon and Key Colony Beach and the Key Colony Beach Fishing and Boating Club. It happens on Wednesday, June 15 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. and the deadline to turn in a registration form at the KCB City Hall or Police Department is Monday, June 13. Only l45 kids can fish. The trophies and prizes are very generous. For more information, call 305-289-1212, Ext. 1. Book club meets on Friday The Marathon library book discussion club will meet on Friday, June 3 at 10 a.m. in the library’s conference room. The June selection is “Circling the Sun” by Paula McClain. The July selection is “The Man in The Wooden Hat” by Jane Gardam. This is from the “Old Filth” trilogy, and is told from the perspective of Filth’s wife, Betty. The books are available are the library. For more information, call Ann Lynch at 305-731-8683.
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TERRIBLE DETAILS
Moments that reveal the terrible strength of hurricanes
By Sara Matthis With a couple of decades of Keys living under your belt, it’s impossible not to learn some terrible facts about hurricanes — if by no other method than osmosis. The details seem to seep into your brain and never, ever leave. Once learned, then they take up residence in the frontal lobe any time a storm approaches.
Meteorologist Isaac Monroe Cline, Galveston
• The Galveston Storm of 1900. The sheer scale of loss surrounding this storm boggles the mind. Official reports estimate that 8,000 died on the island that day in September — 20 percent of the population. Almost 4,000 homes were destroyed, but it was the sheer number of dead bodies that haunts history. Burying all of them was impossible, and initially authorities attempted to weigh the bodies down and dump them at sea; but they floated back to the beach and officials began constructing pyres on the beach to burn the bodies. It was so distressing, that free whiskey was passed out to the men in charge of the macabre scene.
• The Labor Day Hurricane of 1935. A very detailed account of this storm by Willie Drye in “Storm of the Century” is a cautionary tale about the need for coordinated storm preparation and recovery. Information about the approaching storm was very limited. Ed Butters who operated the Hotel Matecumbe was monitoring the barometric pressure himself; the lower the pressure, the stronger the storm. What he saw scared him so badly, he threw the device out the window. “The needle kept plunging, and by 7:45 p.m. it had fallen to the lowest reading his barometer could measure — 26 inches … Butters was terrified … he realized that watching it … was only adding to his terror.” The storm’s strength was so terrible irrational behavior overcame his scientific education. Pablo Paz, New Orleans
• Hurricane Katrina of 2005. Retired Master Sergeant of the National Guard Pablo Paz said he can’t forget the smell of rotting food and the sight of so many refrigerators sealed with duct tape at the curb after Hurricane Katrina. In the beginning, he performed search and rescue. “When you opened a house that had been sealed for three weeks, the pressure would change and you would be suddenly surrounded by the smell. And you couldn’t tell if it was a dead body, dead animal or the food rotting in the refrigerator,” said the New Orleans native who was given the emergency title of “Mayor” of the Belle Chasse Naval Air Station staging area for the National Guard. “You can’t get it out of your nostrils. It gets in your sinuses and it sticks there forever.” Eventually, he said, the refrigerators were collected and piled in a heap four stories tall outside of New Orleans.
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Months since the United States was struck by a major hurricane. It would be easy to forget the awesome destructive force of a hurricane, but somehow, in the details we remember.
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public, but all countries in the Atlantic or Pacific basins. In order to find a common ground and familiar monikers when referencing a storm, very year the “list” comes out and we the World Meteorological Organization based in scratch our heads, kind of perplexed at the seeming arbitrary and random Geneva accepts names from a variety of nations and compiles a master list. (In other words, choice of names. Gaston next to the National Hurricane Center doesn’t choose.) Hermine? Ophelia next to Philippe? Thus the names represent different cultures Humberto? Ida? How did they come and languages from French to Spanish to North up with those names? American. They are meant to be short and create In years passed, there were a variety of a common handle for all countries affected by ways hurricanes were named. If a storm struck storm or hurricane. on a “Day of a Saint,” then Santa Ana it was. But haven’t we heard this list before? Yes. Simultaneously, NOAA was using longitude and Every six years, the same list latitude but that was a little is recycled and the names of confusing to communicate “offending” storms are removed between countries, and Storms are named and replaced. And when the list created a margin of error. when they reach 34 runs out, there is always the In the 1950s, it was vastly Greek alphabet, as we learned simplified — hurricanes knots or 39 mph during the “super season” of were given proper names or higher 2005 that had more storms than from an alphabetical list. there are letters in the alphabet. Until 1979, the lists only According to the Farmer’s included women’s names Almanac 2016, around 39 percent of hurriuntil someone woke up and realized men could canes that hit the United States strike the state be stormy too. Now there is a master list of 26 alternating male and female names representing of Florida. So, if you want to avoid naming your kid Hugo or some other “offending” name — or what sounds like a United Nations cocktail party. simply want to crush the hurricane category in While a Debby or a Nestor might sound more like your friendly bank teller than a menac- “Jeopardy,” now you know how a hurricane is named. ing Category 4 hurricane, it’s at least a name the public can remember. But not just the American By Hays Blinckmann
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Retired names: Agnes, Alicia, Allen, Allison, Andrew, Anita, Audrey, Betsy, Beulah, Bob, Camille, Carla, Carmen Carol, Celia, Cesar, Charley, Cleo, Connie, David, Dean, Dennis, Diane, Donna, Dora, Edna, Elena,Eloise, Erika, Fabian, Felix, Fifi, Flora, Floyd, Fran, Frances, Frederic, Georges, Gilbert, Gloria, Gustav, Hattie, Hazel, Hilda, Hortense, Hugo, Igor, Ike, Inez, Ingrid, Ione, Irene, Iris, Isabel, Isidore, Ivan, Janet, Jeanne, Joan, Joaquin, Juan, Katrina, Keith, Klaus, Lenny, Lili, Luis, Marilyn, Michelle, Mitch, Noel, Opal, Paloma, Rita, Roxanne, Sandy, Stan, Tomas and last, but not least, Wilma.
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The Marathon High School football team faced off against Key West this past Friday during the annual spring football jamboree. Marathon coach Anthony “Paul” Davis said his squad fared well against the Southernmost team. “We played a lot better against them than we did earlier in the year,” Davis said. “Although the final score was 27-3, Key West got their final two touch downs in the last few minutes of the game. Our guys played well.” Football training begins on June 13, new players welcome. —Sara Matthis BARRY GAUKEL/Contributed 1. Coach Anthony ‘Paul’ Davis, left, stalks the sidelines with Coach Andre Garvey. 2. Running back Robert Zarces looks for an opening. 3. Kyshaun Appolon, running back, takes the handoff from quarterback Jackson McDonald. 4. Jackson McDonald fights for extra yards.
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This past week 77 elementary students were treated to a luncheon at the Marathon Yacht Club for achieving 100 or more Accelerated Reader points – representing a record number for the Marathon school. The students achieve points by completing a short quiz after each book they read to test their knowledge of the subject matter. “Throughout the year, in classrooms and at special events, parents, teachers, community members and volunteers have worked together to encourage our young readers,” said Switlik PR Director Kerri Worthington. “We would like to thank everyone in our community for their service, dedication, and continued support of our young scholars.” —Weekly Staff report
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New screen, old movies
Six-foot-two park employee Austin Tubbs for scale.
Parks and Rec adds new projection equipment
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By Kristen Livengood
ike the good ole days of drive-ins and movies, the Marathon Community Park is on its way to making the park the perfect place to spend a Friday night under the stars watching movies. The new 50-foot screen with rear view projector will make it even better. The previous movie shown “Out of Africa,” was the last movie on rented projection equipment and the next movies on the line up include “Officer and a Gentleman” and “True Lies.” Movies nights started three years ago and are scheduled about once a month. Charlotte Quinn, director of cultural events at the park, said the city was able to budget to buy its own audio visual gear. Even though it costs $300-$500 for the rights to the movie, “The events are always free to everybody,” she said. (They even do popcorn and juice at kid’s movies, which will resume once the sun starts setting a little earlier.) The public is welcome to bring a personal cooler, blankets or low-profile chairs. As soon as the next movie night is announced, the Weekly will publish the details. So, stay tuned.
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The Cracked Conch — where the locals are after the storm.
Cracked Conch is hub during big storms Restaurant has yet to close in 36 years
he round table in the back corner of Cracked Conch Café has seen its share of hurricanes, and at some points, with inches of water underneath it, has even had diners sitting by the light of a candle eating hot dinners and drinking cold beverages. “This place is packed during hurricanes,” said 14-year employee Rose Bertiaux. “Once they were cooking in the back with flashlights in their mouth because there were so many people in here.” Owner Joe DeConda opened the restaurant in January of 1980 and hasn’t closed the doors since. He can’t even remember how many tropical storms and hurricanes he’s ridden out at the restaurant. “Most of them hit during the night, and the next day is beautiful,” he said. “No one wants to sit at home with the shutters up. They need a cold beer, and want to survey the damage.” DeConda has spent 40 years in the Keys, and has never left for a storm. “People need to eat,” he said, “and I want to be here to help start the cleanup process.”
While most people are clearing out the coolers before a storm, Cracked Conch does the exact opposite, consolidating to a few coolers and stocking up before the storm. “We pack ice blocks in the coolers,” he said, “and cook with gas.” Cracked Conch becomes the hub of all local news after the storm. Local firefighter Rick Turner spent some quality time there after hurricanes Georges and Irene. “It was the only place open,” he recalled. Good things have come from hurricanes over the years, too. The back entrance, which is a lot like the main entrance, was actually knocked out by a hurricane. “We liked the way it looked, so we never replaced it,” said DeConda. Each year when hurricane season ends, a couple locals come to celebrate a lean season with a pitcher of margaritas and hopes of another sparce season next year. And, if a hurricane does hit, the Conch is where the news networks set up base and film because, you know, it’s where the locals are.
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Sunday, June 5 • Children’s Concert at 6 p.m. at Marathon Community Park. • Marathon High School Baccalaureate at 5:30 p.m., San Pablo Church. Tuesday, June 7 • Marathon High School Class Night at 7 p.m. at MHS Auditorium. Thursday, June 9 • Marathon High School Graduation at 8 p.m. at MHS Auditorium. June 8-12 • Key West Pride. Saturday, June 11 • Tutu 10K Relay at 8 a.m. from Salute at Higgs Beach, Key West. Wednesday, June 15 • Key Colony Beach Kids Fishing Derby from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
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Author Les Standiford signs copies of his book for Tania Mattson at the recent lecture in Islamorada.
Author appears at history center Flagler expert Les Standiford delights history buffs
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By Jason Koler
uthor Les Standiford likens the remnants of the old Overseas Railroad to “some modern age Stonehenge jutting up from the middle of the sea.” The FIU professor and novelist spoke to about 100 history buffs this week at the Florida Keys History and Discovery Center as part of the organization’s ongoing lecture series. Prior to his address, guests mingled in the museum featuring the brand new Indian Key exhibit and then filed into the second floor auditorium where Standiford spoke about his book. Titled “Last Train to Paradise: Henry Flagler and the spectacular rise and fall of the railroad that crossed an ocean,” his talk included slides gleaned from various sources and a look into both how the book developed as well as snippets from the widely acclaimed novel. “The railroad that crossed an ocean was considered at the time to surpass the building of the Panama Canal on engineering scope and challenge,” Standiford said. The book opens with Ernest Hemingway preparing for the oncoming storm, and describes the massive undertaking of the seven-year construction project. The book makes use of eyewitness accounts to recreate those fateful hours on Labor Day, 1935 when a hurricane killed several hundred highway workers and residents of the Upper Keys fishing village of Matecumbe. The storm was also responsible for permanently ending rail service to Key West. A published novelist, Standiford broke form to write this piece of non-fiction. “It seemed better than anything I could dream up,” Standiford said. “One of the richest men in the world undertakes the engineering challenge of the century and the worst storm in history blows it all away. I thought that would be a lot more interesting than the story about how a CEO steals all the stockholders’ money and builds himself a really big house.” • • • • • The Keys History and Discovery Center will next welcome famed photographer Clyde Butcher. He is best known for his work on the Everglades and surrounding environments and will share his adventures and experiences on Thursday, June 2. For more info, visit www.keyshistory.com or call 305-922-2237.
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MARATHON WEEKLY / MAY 27, 2016
‘THE HURRICANE’ SONG
By Bob Dylan ‘Desire,’ 1976
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Hurricane is the ultimate protest song about being in the wrong place at the right time. Although the song refers to a questionable arrest of a late and great boxer known as ‘The Hurricane,’ it could easily refer to locals and visitors who don’t heed the evacuation order.
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Directed by John Ford Samuel Goldwyn, 1937
While this work also references racial prejudice, the movie also stars a “real” hurricane. In the colonial era, island native Terangi (Jon Hall) spends a blissful honeymoon with his bride, Marama (Dorothy Lamour). Then Terangi is sent to prison for punching a prejudiced white man. All pretense of law and order are soon shattered by an incoming tropical storm.
By Dick Francis Berkley Books, 1999
No racial prejudice here. Dick Francis is known for his books that always include an even-tempered hero and information about horse racing, but this novel is the most spot-on description of a hurricane we’ve ever read. Plus it has the added drama of airplanes flying into a storm (on purpose) and being stranded on a deserted island. Throw in a nefarious plot and a mysterious illness and you have a novel to get you through a storm.
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AHEC Summer Clinic school hours released AHEC Summer Clinic hours and locations will continue from June 13 through July 22 to coincide with the summer school schedule. AHEC plans to re-open one to two weeks prior to school beginning to offer school physicals. Services are available for all current and new students. Locations include HOB on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays; Sugarloaf School on Tuesdays; Marathon High School on Mondays and Thursdays; and Key Largo School on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays. Clinics are open from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. For more information, call 305-743-7111, Ext. 205. FIRM Golf Tournament at Key West Golf Club Fair Insurance Rates Monroe County is hosting a golf tournament on Sunday, June 19 with a tee time of 7:30 a.m. at Key West Golf Club. FIRM has saved local property owners more than $5 million on windstorm and flood insurance premiums. Registration is $100 for a four-person team. To donate an item or sponsorship for the tournament, or sign up for the tournament, call 305-743-2485. Super Boats coming in June Powerful boats are to race at high speeds during the second annual Marathon Super Boat Grand Prix set for Friday through Sunday, June 24-26
parallel to the Marathon shoreline near the Seven Mile Bridge. Racing fans can view the boats and meet drivers and crews from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday and Saturday at the free-admission Race Village dry pits, located at Marathon airport. Wet pits are located at the event's headquarters at the marina docks behind the Faro Blanco Resort. Wet pits are to be open to the public Saturday from noon to 4 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Race day is Sunday, June 26, with the first race scheduled for 11 a.m. and the second at 1 p.m. Teams are to race in seven classes. Fans can view the action at no charge from Marathon's Sunset Park at the base of the Seven Mile Bridge. Private boats are to have a designated bayside viewing area. Race schedule and information: superboat.com. Tropical Fruit Fiesta back at Grimal Grove The Tropical Fruit Fiesta takes place on Saturday, June 25 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Grimal Grove on Big Pine Key. Taste a variety of mangos, as well as rare exotic fruits. There will be kids activities, speakers, and a variety of activities, vendors, and plenty of food and plants for sale. Bring a reusable bag and water bottle. Plenty of car parking is available as well. Proceeds of the event will fund the rainwater catchment restoration project.
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Total Active Key/Island
New Listings
2015 2016
Number Sold
Average Sale Price
% 2015 2016
% 2015
2106
%
2015
2016
%
Marathon
176
235
33
29
37
25
23
-8
585,148
664,397
13
Key Colony
68
74
8
13
9 -30
10
11
10
841,275
508,136
-39
2
1
-50
522,500
660,000
26
0
5+
40
Coco Plum
12
12
0
1
0-
Grassy Key
25
15 -40
2
2
0
45
0 1,212,800 +
Duck Key
51
-11
6
7
16
1
7 600
410,000
Conch Key
5
2 -60
1
1
0
2
0-
552,500
Coral Key
3
0-
0
0
0
0
0
Long Key
17
TOTALS
357
19
0
0
633,714
54
00
0
11
2
4 100
1
3 200
145,000
426,667 194
402 -59
54
63 123
41
50 752
3056423
4105714 248
Lower Keys Residential Total Active Key/Island
New Listings
2015 2016 %
Big Pine Key
95
No Name
87
Number Sold
2015 2016 % -8
14
18
1
4 300
0
1+
Big Torch Key
2
3
50
0
0
Middle Torch
3
2 -33
0
0
2015 28
21
Average Sale Price
2106 % 8
2015
-61
340,738
2016 % 461,204
0
330,000 +
1,150,000
0-
35
0
1+
0
1
0-
0
0
0
0
0
0
0 -29
Little Torch
40
47
17
11
6 -45
3
6 100
378,333
267,832
Ramrod Key
22
33
50
5
6
20
7
1
-85
450,279
495,000
9
Summerland
57
56
-1
8
5 -37
6
1
-83
579,083 1,000,000
72
Cudjoe Key
87
83
-4
6
13 116
13
7
-46
521,346
294,286
Sugarloaf
46
46
0
7
5 -28
9
6
-33
532,500
697,667
31
Big Coppitt
28
38
35
5
3 -40
6
4
-33
570,917
325,000
-43
Saddlebunch
17
12 -29
4
5
1
2 100
Rockland
6
1 -83
2
0-
0
0
TOTALS
404
412 294
62
62
25 39
67
-43
335,000
582,500
73
0
0
0
0
36 -141
4858196
4453489 105
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MARATHON WEEKLY / MAY 27, 2016
interior design trends to step up your style game Contributed As the temperatures continue to warm up outside, you may be ready to embrace the adage "out with the old and in with the new" when it comes to your home's interior design. Whether you're a first time homebuyer looking for ways to upgrade your starter home or a seasoned homeowner seeking a refresh, these tips will give you ideas to work with on any budget. • Design for social connection. Given the pace of today's technology-driven life, more and more people are turning to their home as a haven, a place where they can unplug from screens and reconnect with family and friends. "Group comfortable furniture in 'conversation zones' and banish TVs to smaller rooms, freeing up larger living spaces for screen-free entertaining," said interior designer Brian Patrick Flynn. • Get outside. As lines are continually blurring between indoor and outdoor living areas, it's just as important to consider your outdoor oasis as it is your standard living room. Adding an outdoor project like a wood deck or pergola can add resale value to your home. Accessorize your outdoor space with furniture, lighting and rugs to build a comfortable spot that bridges the gap between inside and out. • Go natural. Many residential designers today are embracing a classic, modern style that is characterized by white, neutral tones and light wood in its natural state. "What I like most about this trend is how tranquil unstained wood can feel when used in an all white space," says Flynn. There's a reason for that tranquility — studies show people have reduced signs of stress in rooms with natural elements like wood. • Less is more. If you own a home with strong architectural features, it often works best to decorate with practical pieces that keep the overall space comfortable and sparse, allowing the unique aspects of your home to shine through. If you have soaring ceilings or large windows that allow for an abundance of natural light, try incorporating low-slung, minimalistic furniture with comfortable upholstery. • Don't play it safe. It can be tempting to stick with what you know, but when it comes to interior design, that's a recipe for lackluster beige walls. When it comes to paint, try new neutrals like grey-green, brown-grey, olive or muted bluegrey. Feel like a bigger project? It's easy to give a room its focal point with a wood feature wall. "While the look of horizontal shiplap continues to grow in popularity, I also like installing planks vertically on walls," Flynn said. For more interior design inspiration, visit woodnaturally.com. — brandpoint.com.
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Lifelong Democrat changes parties Marathon resident Mickey Belin, 98, switched his voter registration to the Republican Party earlier this week. The man is a frequent star of local parades and also plays the trumpet at Marathon Grill and Ale House every Sunday night. Mickey is pictured with Republican Executive Committee members Gordon Dodge, left, and Debby Goodman and Jim Pettorini, right.
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COMMERCE CORNER CARIBBEAN SOUL CHARTERS Established in 1988, Caribbean Soul Charters offers a waterfront venue unique to the Middle Keys which includes sailboats for vacations and rentals. Vacationers can rent a completely furnished one or two bedroom cottage on the water, and have a 23’ sailboat for their exclusive use during their stay. Located bayside on Conch Key, guests can walk out from their accommodations to the dock and be sailing in minutes. They also provide kayaks to explore the mangroves, and bicycles for guests to cruise the Long Key Bridge to Long Key State Park. Guests can walk a block to the canal and pick lobster, crab and fresh fish for dinner from local fishermen. After dinner, spectacular, year round sunsets can be viewed from the tiki hut on the dock. The location is central, and is close to many attractions. “A combination of location, appealing to guests who love to sail or just love the water, and dedication to our conviction that everyone leaves happy, wanting to return to stay with us on Conch Key,” is their key to success, said owners Barry and Tammy Jo Franzen. “Caribbean Soul Charters and Conch Key are unique to the Keys. If visitors wish to experience a traditional Keys vacation, there is no place like it. Location: Conch Key | Phone: 305-340-9578 Website: flakeyscottage.com | Email: flakeyscottage@gmail.com
LORI LONGSTRETH regaining her strength
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Recovering from brain surgery since April
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By Kristen Livengood
ith a headache and runny sinuses, Lori Longstreth came home early from her property management job at Key Colony Beach Realty the Above: Lori Longstreth morning of April 22 to take a is recovering from brain nap hoping to wake up feeling better. Her hussurgery in Miami, with a band of 27 years, Randy, came home for lunch coffee and thumbs up. and found her unconscious on the floor. From there, the ambulance was called, she was flown Top: The Longstreths have lived in Maraby the Trauma Star helicopter to Miami and Lori thon for the past 22 was immediately operated on to drain the fluids years. They are hoping around her brain. Lori will be recovered A large colloid cyst the size of a lemon had enough by summer to grown, possibly over the past six years, and was enjoy college football blocking her third ventricle. There were no previ- season; she’s a huge ous symptoms. Ohio State fan. “The fact that she can hold her coffee cup is a sign that her grip is coming back,” said her daughter Morgan who was sitting beside Lori working on in-room therapy this week. “She will need to re-learn just about everything.” Lori has had a couple setbacks along the way, topping her brain surgery count at four. “As long as there are no more complications, then we should be done with the surgeries,” Morgan said. “As long as everything goes smoothly from here, she will be in rehab by next week for at least six weeks. She will need as much rehab as possible the next three months because it’s the crucial period.” The top priorities are for Lori to regain her strength to walk again and be able to hold her balance. Her voice is weak to none. Her speech and motor skills are very delayed. Morgan and her grandmother are staying in a nearby hotel to help with her mom’s recovery. Randy has been working, and traveling back and forth during the week to visit and help. There is a Go Fund Me account (gofundme.com/25df2es) set up by friend Lisa Joseph to help with the expenses the family is accruing. More than $11,000 was raised in four days. “We miss her like crazy and can’t wait for her to feel better and come home,” said Joseph. “Marathon really steps up to help one of our own when they are in need.”
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t took awhile to notice, but it was if God was talking directly to me,” said Michael Halpern, local attorney and philanthropist, referring to the lot adjacent to The Learning Center at 1904 Flagler St. in Key West. The Learning Center — parented by Halpern’s charitable foundation in his late wife’s name, Michelle’s Foundation — is rapidly outgrowing its present space right next door. Started in 2011, the center made do with 1,000 square feet. The new facility will be 3,400 square feet and feature office space, four classrooms (including one for music, and one for study) and a covered outdoor area. The Learning Center provides tutoring to hundreds of Keys children and adults every year providing help with elementary education, standardized prep, credit recovery and college planning. Many students receive scholarships — roughly 80 this year — and pay little-to-no tuition thanks to the Foundation. Many of the students are getting help they might not have had access to otherwise. The Center’s Director Nick Wright — who Halpern refers to as remarkably gifted with at-risk students — said the new building will make a big difference. “With more classrooms, space and even gardens, kids will have more of a quiet, focused place to study. This will help them get ahead finally and stop falling behind,” Wright said. The new building will house more than the Learning Center. It will also be the headquarters for all of the Michelle’s Foundation charitable endeavors. The Food for Thought Program provides meals for 100 high school students in need every week. Michelle’s Foundation also grants full-tuition college scholarships to more than 25 students and hosts the annual Willy Wonka Chocolate Festival that benefits The Cancer Foundation of the Florida Keys. Halpern named the foundation and the new building after his late
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wife, Michelle Halpern. “This is her legacy in Key West. She taught everyone in terms of courage and persistence and it will reflect how remarkable and good she was.” Also to honor another, the surrounding gardens will be named “Matthew’s Garden” after late teen, Mathew Gilleran. Halpern keeps a low profile, rarely talking about his philanthropic works. Still, the community has unified behind the project and many locals have donated services and funds. Local professionals and business people have reached out to Halpern such as architect Tom Pope, Toppino and Sons, Bella Construction, Gary’s Plumbing Inc., MEE Electric and the Trophia Butterfly Foundation. From architect plans to concrete to trees, much of the new center has been volunteered and donated. Construction is under way, but when will it be complete? Halpern smiled and just said, “Someday.”
“We fly under the radar because we spend most of our time helping the kids.” —Nick Wright, Learning Center Director
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Guitar strings and palm trees Florida Keys Guitar Fest coming
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ocal guitarists are stringing up for the first Florida Keys Guitar Festival starting in Marathon, June 4- 5, and traveling to Key Largo in July and Key West in August. “It will be really, really, high-quality classical and jazz guitar concerts,” said event founder and guitarist Mateo Jampol of the first event. “It’s something we have thought about for a while and after talking with Liz Young at the Arts Council decided to pursue.” The first concert in the series will be at Florida Keys Country Club in Marathon on Saturday, June 4 at 8 p.m. Tickets are $25. The concert will be performed by Jampol and Mike Emerson in two 40-minute sets. “We are looking to bring in some nice crowds this year, being our first year. But next year, we will really be stepping it up,” he said. With the help of manager Theo Derleth to set the stage, the 2017 fest plans call for three concerts, one at Founder’s Park, one at Marathon Community Park, and one at Truman Waterfront, over three consecutive nights with vendors — Guitarist Matt Jampol’s favorite melody and more. Mateo said he is looking forward to the free kids’ event at Marathon Community Park with fellow guitarist Larry Baeder. The two will do a history of music around the world and introduce the kids to classical and Spanish guitar at 6 p.m. on Sunday, June 5. Other dates include Spanish guitar on Sunday, July 2 at 8 p.m. at Nelson Government Center in Key Largo, and in Key West from August 5-7 at four locations ending with a guitar summit on Sunday, August 7 at The Garden’s Hotel at 6:30 p.m. Other guitarists highlighted during the event include Micheal Gillis, Steve Ramos and Bob Hanni. For more information, visit floridakeysguitarfestival.com. Tickets are available at keystix.com.
‘Adagio’ from Rodrigo's guitar concerto ‘Concerto de Aranjuez.’
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Guitarist Mateo Jampol looks forward to the first Florida Keys Guitar Festival starting June 4 with dates through August 7 from Key Largo to Key West.
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The crew of the Netflix series ‘Bloodline’ filmed scenes next to a closed landfill at the Long Key Transfer Station, on Feb. 11, 2016.
Local lips sealed on spoilers
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etflix’s original series “Bloodline” returns to screens Friday, May 27 for its second season. In case you’ve been living under a rock, “Bloodline” follows an affluent Florida Keys family, the Rayburns, as they struggle to cope with a murderous secret. The first season ended with a cliffhanger, and despite the Weekly’s best efforts to pry some details from locals serving as extras during the filming of the second, we learned nothing. Locals will be tuning in to learn what happens, but also for the thrill of seeing their favorite places on the small screen. “A big reason I watch the show is that it’s filmed at a lot of the places I visit, which makes it more entertaining,” said Martin Shepard who hangs out at the Whistle Stop, a locale featured frequently in the series. “I also thought it was nice of the cast to go out in town when they weren’t working and interact with people. It was pretty cool to see John Leguizamo just hanging out with the locals. They made the community feel like they were grateful for having them as guests.” Chelsey Stewart, of Marathon’s Chamber of Commerce, was one of the fortunate few selected as an extra for the show she says she loves. “It was a little surreal to be on set at the Rayburn house. The attention to detail put into one day of filming surprised me the most. I have a new respect for the film industry, the production’s focus on lighting and sound quality were extensive.” “The cinematography of the show is breathtaking and does a good job portraying the Keys beautifully,” said Bobby Highsmith, School Board District 1 member, who also was an extra. He said it was a unique and enjoyable experience. “The work environment was professional and the cast and production crew were very gracious. It’s been good for the local economy as well. We are very pleased to have them.” Still, none of the locals are talking. “I have no idea if Danny is dead,” said Highsmith. “I have no clue what may happen, I just know it looks intense,” laughed Stewart. It seems the locals are as good at keeping secrets as the Rayburns.
Second season of ‘Bloodline’ set to drop this weekend
To our BUYERS and SELLERS. We hope you enjoy your new homes.
Ginger Henderson - Represented the Buyers of 320 13th Street, Key Colony Beach
We offer a community of peace, love and understanding. Come listen to our amazing Contemporary Band share the good word with beautiful songs! Sundays 11am!
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MARATHON WEEKLY / MAY 27, 2016 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.
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14 47th Street, Gulf, Marathon
This Key West style home is everything a Keys home should be from design to colors! The house was built w/ the master bedroom on the 1st level and a small sleeping loft for overnight guests upstairs. 2 porches water views, 2 boat lifts. Deep water access & minutes to the Gulf or be fishing at the 7 mile in less than 10 minutes. Built in 2013. $499,000
Lot – 213 Sombrero Beach Road, Lot 7, Marathon
Beautiful canal front lot on Sombrero Beach Road. Build your home along this tree lined street with a bike path that brings you straight to the beach. Great boating canal leads you out to the ocean in no time. Sombrero Beach Road is one of Marathon's most desirable locations. Hurry up and claim your spot! $254,900
Lot – 532 Avenida Primiceria, Marathon
Corner lot in the beautiful neighborhood of Sombrero Beach with an ACTIVE BUILDING PERMIT! Lot has been cleared, a temporary electric pole up and sewer has been paid in full! You can walk to the beach in less than 10 minutes! Build your dream home now! Sewer Assessment paid in full which is a huge savings to you! $145,000
Lot – 11 Sadowski Causeway, Key Colony Beach
Large corner lot on Key Colony available with plans for duplex development. 75' of dockage on deeded concrete seawall. The location is central to all the amenities that Key Colony has to offer and the corner positioning offers long views down the canal. Call today for more information. This development would make prefect vacation rentals. $410,000
241 2nd Street, Key Colony Beach
Beautiful, upgraded & fully furnished this GORGEOUS home is TURN KEY. Granite counter tops, SS appliances, detailed stone tiled bathrooms, large master, big backyard & room for pool are just a few details that will make you want to move right in! The furnishings are all high end & only less than a year old. The house sits across from a picture perfect park. Talk about LOCATION! Walk to it all! $345,000
410 17th Court, Marathon
Adorable & Affordable Keys Home now on the market! This 1/2 duplex home has a great yard & covered patio area for kids, pets & entertaining. The roof was just replaced in 2014,new mini split A/C, updated electrical panel & storage shed in the back. Each bedroom has their own bathroom for privacy. New flooring in Master suite, large walk in closet, freshly painted & ready for new owner! $220,000
Lindsay Rabito-Leonard 305-481-4571 lindsay@acresales.com
295 51st Street Gulf, Marathon
Fantastic little apartment complex consisting of 5 efficiency apartments & a beautifully remodeled 2 bedroom, 2 bath residence w/covered patio. Efficiency apartments surround in ground pool & courtyard. Amenities for tenants galore; outside tiki bar w/TV, outside restroom, laundry room w/coin operated washer & dryer, bicycle storage, kaka storage & lots of parking. Tropical plantings throughout. $725,000
1495 Copa D’Oro, Marathon
3 bed(one is a loft)2 bath home in good condition with fabulous 40X12 screened porch overlooking canal. Pool beneath the house w/lots of storage & small work area. Deep water dockage w/15,000lb boat lift. Sewer is paid. Rentals have 30 day minimum. Offered completely furnished w/exception of few personal items. 2 bedrooms have 2 French doors each leading to wraparound porch. $745,000
#1 47th Street Gulf, Marathon
Rare opportunity to own this versatile commercial property. Residence is custom built,''keys style'', w/stunning wood interior and many unusual features. Would make fabulous vacation rental. 2/3bed, 4ba (third bedroom being used as a media room. Letter on file from city of marathon verifying the legality of rv sites, mobile homes& liveaboards. Home has a new metal roof and was tented this year. $2,150,000
1497 Copa D’Oro, Marathon
Exceedingly well constructed 2 bedroom 2 bath home w/extra large room currently being used as an office. Sunken living/dining room has fabulous 18' vaulted beamed ceilings & double sliding glass doors giving feeling of spaciousness & light. Fireplace. Shutters are Bahama & hand crank roll down. Screened porch. Guest bedroom overlooks canal and has adjoining bathroom. Master bedroom has 2 walk-in closets. One car garage, elevator and wooden dock with 20,000 lb. boat lift on deep water canal. $795,000
117 Mockingbird Lane, Marathon
Beautifully maintained home with top quality throughout. Large comfortable living room, all with vaulted ceilings. Travertine marble throughout home w/exception of bedrooms and Media Room. Large Master bedroom w/adjoining bath. Screened balcony runs the length of the home and has TV, audio speakers and Jacuzzi. Large yard, 20' concrete dock with large floating dock extension and extra pilings to accommodate very large boat. $1,395,000
591 Sombrero Beach Road, 15A, Marathon
Just a few minutes away from beautiful Sombrero Beach, this townhome is located in private & peaceful Lemon Cove. Down is open kitchen, living rm, dining area, 1/2 bath & screen porch w/electric shutters & storage. Upstairs,2 bedrooms, 1bath (remodeled)& enclosed porch. New roof. 1st come, 1st served dock. Beautiful pool area, tropical landscaping. Minutes away from grocery stores, post office, K Mart, theatre, movie, gym, etc. $367,000
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MARATHON WEEKLY / MAY 27, 2016 LIVE MUSIC SUNSET GRILLE & RAW BAR Cross Eyed Catfish — Friday, May 27 The Reach - Saturday, May 28 DJ Bert Pool Party — Sunday, May 29 Bahama Boyz – Sunday, May 29 Brian Roberts – Monday, May 30 Paul Ferretti – Tuesday, May 31 Tim Dee & Jim Hall – Wednesday, June 1 Wyatt Hurtz – Thursday, June 2
Martin recommends Mama’s Little Yella Pils, which he describes as a classic Chek pilsner.
Herbie’s Bar & Chowder House
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raft beer is REALLY important at Herbie’s in Marathon. They have a huge variety of the latest and greatest and spend a lot of time researching the trends to appeal to their patrons with sophisticated taste. One of the most popular beers on tap right now is the Mama’s Little Yella Pils by Oskar Blues out of Colorado and North Carolina. “It’s a light and easy-drinking beer,” said bartender Martin, a recent transplant to the Keys. “I like it with our fish ‘n’ chips or the mahi sandwich.” Like the legions before him, Martin came on vacation and stayed for the lifestyle. When he isn’t working, he’s out on the water, or contemplating his next tattoo. His sleeves depict the molecular structure of THC, among other isomers. And, yes, his mother knows. Herbie’s Bar & Chowder House is a Marathon institution, made over a few years ago into a “fine diner.” Settle in one of the three funky dining rooms (each accessible through separate doors) and try one of the 24 craft beers on tap. You won’t be disappointed. Herbie’s is located at 6350 Overseas Hwy., Marathon and is open Wednesday to Sunday, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
SPARKY’S LANDING Karen Weber & Funkin’ Conchs — Friday, May 27 Roger Jokela — Tuesday, May 31 Ken Fairbrother — Wednesday, June 1 John Bartus – Thursday, June 2 NOWHERE BAR & GRILL Karaoke - Fridays THE HURRICANE Tom Terling Band – Friday, May 27 and Saturday, May 28 Open Mic Night with Tony — Wednesday, June 1
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CHILDREN’S CONCERT Amphitheater Marathon Community Park. FREE @ 6PM Sunday , July 2 SPANISH GUITAR Nelson Government & Cultural Center @ 8PM
Friday, August 5 LARRY BAEDER, MICHAEL GILLIS & MIKE EMERSON Little Room Jazz Club @ 8PM Saturday, August 6 MATEO JAMPOL CLASSICAL GUITAR Old Stone Church(Donations suggested) @ 3PM Saturday, August 6 STEVE RAMOS & BOB HANNI Little Room Jazz Club @ 10PM Sunday, August 7
THE BIG 2016 GUITAR SUMMIT The Gardens Hotel @ 6:30PM
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t takes less than a minute to discern the theme of the new Angler & Ale restaurant at Hawks Cay Resort on Duck Key. Bright slashes of navy blue, yellow and red are offset by soaring white ceilings and touches of roughhewn accent walls and galvanized steel. It’s the color scheme of nautical pennants worldwide, and yachting, and a glimpse of the mighty vessels docked just beyond the window serve as confirmation. Most Keys restaurants advertise “fresh” seafood, but at Angler & Ale, it practically wriggles. And it’s abundant and diverse. “Every day we offer a catch of the day ceviche, salad, entrée and sandwich,” said Audra Phillips, who The newly constructed co-manages with Tejesh Patel. eatery features “And it changes constantly. amazing details, like You might not notice if you visit the art in the ladies’ once a week, but we don’t serve Mahi Mahi three days running. It’s retiring room that features sea glass stone crab to grouper to snapper, too,” said Zack Lederer, general arranged to look like manager. bikinis drying on the Lederer, a recent transplant wash line. from Orlando, loves the “cook your catch” offer at the restaurant. “I love seeing parents and their children come in with their fish to be prepared by us,” he said. “It’s a pride-of-ownership moment. The kids are so excited and the whole family just glows.” Of course, there’s plenty more on the menu. Staff recommends the 7 Mile Burger (applewood smoked bacon, grilled onions, guacamole and cheddar cheese) with no hesitation. And, it goes perfect with the house beer — “Angler & Ale.” The Hawks Cay beer is co-branded with a popular Florida brew house, Funky Buddha. The Angler & Ale is mild, with a kick of malt. Angler and Ale also sells brews by Boulevard Brewing Co. and other up-and coming craft brew outfits.
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ANGLER & ALE 305.743.7000 61 Hawks Cay Blvd., Duck Key Open 11:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and 5:30 to 10 p.m. daily.
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Angler & Ale is perfect for an afternoon lunch or date night or group outing. The outdoor deck features two seating areas around fire pits. Edison lights are strung across the area and the view is unimpeded — the steel-cable-strung railings have a very low profile so as to highlight the mega-yachts docked just below. Day or night, visitors can see the fish swimming under the pilings — impressive species like tarpon, measuring five feet. Already, groups are booking the expandable private dining rooms; one leads into another for a total offering of about 100 seats. (The entire place boasts more than 200). Already, weddings parties and corporate groups are making reservations. Open just a few days now, staff at Angler & Ale are looking to the future. Acoustical modifications are underway to cut down on the crowd noise; but these won’t just be standard ceiling tiles, but fixtures that look like floating clouds, too. The resort is also looking forward to “rock the dock” days that feature entertainment at the ground level that will lead guests to continue the party upstairs.
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CHASING CORTLAND
The 100-mile journey KRISTEN LIVENGOOD is a Marathon High School and USF grad, mom of two beautiful little girls, and wife to some cute guy she met in a bar. She enjoys being a social busy bee, red wine, running (very, very slowly), and spearfishing. Above: My crew: J-Rad, K-10, K-Lo, K-Cro, K-Zen and Lisa Marie 10 hours in at the handoff at the beginning of the Seven Mile Bridge Leg. Below: Cortland Wheeler, who we chased the entire length of the Keys. He may need a restraining order against us…
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ith months of physical training and mental preparation, nothing can make the heat of the Seven Mile Bridge at 4 p.m. on a May afternoon bearable. Nothing. The first mile of it was fine but that doesn’t last long. And, that was only seven miles of the 16 miles I ran during the Keys 100 last weekend with a group of five of my favorite running friends. My two legs following the bridge involved chafing in places I truly had no idea existed. Standing in the elevator the night before, we met Cortland Wheeler, a 27-year-old athlete who has ran 100 miles once before. His goal was to tackle the whole 100 miles, on his own, in this heat, under 24 hours. After being subjected to a couple of our running “jokes,” he exited the elevator rather hastily. The next day, about 13 miles in, we recognized the tall (and handsome) Cortland on the course. We were prepped to make more lame jokes when we quickly realized the look of desperation on his face. His support vehicle had missed the last stops, so we refilled him, and he was on his way. All the way until the Seven Mile Bridge, we leap-frogged him, chatting with him at times, passing him, or him passing me (I am super slow…). He met up with his crew again a few times, and they missed a couple more stops, so we refilled his waters and iced down his hat. Little did we know, he would be the first male finisher (19 hours, 16 minutes), and we chased him the whole way. Things you think of when you’re delirious on a bridge include shirts for next year: “Honk! I’m hot,” legit hot, while wondering if Forrest Gump thought these same things, and why are there knives, screws, hacksaws, and random socks on the side of the bridge. You know how they say not to pick up a stray sock in the woods, I wonder what it means on a bridge? We contemplated jumping about four miles in and I even waved down a boat to ask if they’d scoop us out of the water — they would have been happy to. Sometimes it takes a 100-mile, 20-hour race for you to really absorb the beauty and friendship of the Florida Keys. And, for my next trick: 100-mile Tour De Keys bike ride in September supporting MARC House. Better pump the tires on the beach cruiser.
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Administrative Assistant Needed ASAP in Marathon Flex work schedule in fun fast paced environment. Great attitude, friendly personality, dependable, drama free, document composition, spreadsheets & Customer Service req. Real Estate, Flex MLS, Excel, Quickbooks, Google Forms, Mailchimp, Social Media, Website design, A+
Send resume, income and yrs. exp. in each area to: Wayne Carter CEO Marathon and Lower Keys Association of Realtors® CEO@MLKAR.com
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The Hammocks at Marathon
FULL TIME JOB OPPORTUNITIES $250 Sign-On Bonus! • Common Area Attendant and Carpet Shampoo • Maintenance/Handyman • Activities Associate • Guest Services Agent / Relief Night Auditor
10,000 sf warehouse with 20’ ceiling plus 400 sf office and bathroom with central air conditioning. 4 bay doors plus 2 bay doors and forklift ramp door, above flood. Warehouse is approved for military storage. 305-923-1358 www.toppino.net/rentals
Bluegreen Vacations is now HIRING for a part-time/full-time In-House Sales Associate in Marathon. Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, and prior industry experience in selling similar products and services involving vacation ownership packages. To apply, please e-mail your resume to: carl.hovey@bluegreenvacations.com
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IN THE COUNTY COURT OF THE 16TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA
FILE NO.: 16-CP000081-K
CASE NO. 2015-CA-397-P BARBARA NIGHTINGALE, individually and as wife and sole heir of Donald Nightingale, Plaintiff, vs. RICHARD D. STEELE, DONNA L. STEELE; et al., Defendants. NOTICE OF SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to the Summary Final Judgment of Foreclosure and Re-Establishment of Lost Promissory Note and Mortgage, entered on May 17, 2016 in the above styled action, the Clerk of Court will sell to the highest and best bidder for cash at the Monroe County Courthouse, 500 Whitehead Street, Key West, Florida 33040 on July 13, 2016 at 11:00 a.m., the following described parcel of real property: Lot 8, Block 3, CROSS KEY WATERWAY ESTATES SECTION ONE, according to the Plat thereof, as recorded in Plat Book 6 at Page 51, of the Public Records of Monroe County, Florida. A/k/a: 1115 Calder Road, Key Largo, FL 33037 Any person claiming an interest in the surplus from the sale, if any, other than the property owner as of the date of the lis pendens, must file a claim within sixty (60) days after the sale. DATED ON May 17, 2016 AMY HEAVILIN, CPA Clerk of the Circuit Court Monroe County, Florida By: Jennifer Settoon Deputy Clerk Publish: May 27 and June 3, 2016 The Weekly Newspapers IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION
IN RE: ESTATE OF KRISTOPHER JOHN KOSHIOL, Deceased. NOTICE TO CREDITORS TO ALL PERSONS HAVING CLAIMS OR DEMANDS AGAINST THE ABOVE ESTATE: The administration of the Estate of Kristopher John Koshiol, deceased, File No. 16-CP000081-K, is pending in the Circuit Court of Monroe County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 500 Whitehead St., Key West, FL 33040. The name and address 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, including unmatured, contingent or unliquidated claims, on whom a copy of this notice is served, must file their claims with the Clerk of Court, Probate Division, 500 Whitehead St, Key West, FL 33040 WITHIN THE LATER OF THREE (3) MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR THIRTY (30) DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. All other creditors of the decedent and persons having claims or demands against the estate of the decedent, including unmatured, contingent or unliquidated claims, must file their claims with this court WITHIN THREE (3) MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. Each claim must be in writing and must indicate the basis of the claim, the name and address of the creditor or his agent or attorney, and the amount claimed. If the claim is not yet due, the date when it will become due shall be stated. If the claim is contingent or unliquidated, the nature of the uncertainty shall be stated. If the claim is secured, the security shall
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be described. The claimant shall deliver a copy of the claim to the clerk who shall serve the copy on the personal representative.
The administration of the estate of Francis H. Dolan, deceased, whose date of death was April 18, 2016, is pending in the Circuit Court for MONROE County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 500 Whitehead Street, Key West, Florida 33040. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below.
ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN SECTION 733.702 OF THE FLORIDA BATE CODE 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: May 27, 2016. Dated at Monroe County, Florida this 20th day of May, 2016. Personal Representative: Manuel E. Garcia 515 Whitehead Street Key West, FL 33040 Attorney for Personal Representative: MARIA I. ESCOTOCASTIELLO, ESQ. Florida Bar Number: 959839 2000 S. Dixie Highway, Suite 113 Miami, FL 33133 Telephone: (305) 860-0991 Fax: (305) 860-0953 E-mail: meclaw@ bellsouth.net Co-Counsel for Personal Representative: M. BARBARA AMARO, ESQ Florida Bar Number: 611298 8950 SW 74 Ct., Suite 2201 Mailbox A-19 Miami, FL 33156 Telephone: (305) 384-7213 Fax: (888) 508-5215 E-mail: mbamarolaw@aol. com Publish: May 27 and June 3, 2016 The Weekly Newspapers IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION FILE NO.: 16-CP105-K Lower Keys IN RE: ESTATE OF FRANCIS H. DOLAN Deceased. NOTICE TO CREDITORS
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: May 27, 2016. Personal Representative: Walter LaGraves 3695 Tropic Street Big Pine Key, Florida 33043 Attorney for Personal Representative: RICHARD E. WARNER Attorney Florida Bar Number: 283134 RICHARD E. WARNER 12221 Overseas Highway Marathon, FLORIDA 33050 Telephone: (305) 743-6022 Fax: (305) 743-6216
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pointment at 11528 Overseas Highway Marathon LOOKING FOR Wait Staff, Food Runners & Hosts. Established busy restaurant - must apply in Person. Sparky’s Landing, Key Colony Beach Sweet Savannah’s Bake Shop NOW HIRING: AM Baker and Counter Help. Competitive PayFun Atmosphere. Please Apply In Person. 8919 Overseas Hwy, Marathon
Construction Foreman wanted Need Vehicle. Pay commensurate with experience. Call 3 0 5 - 3 0 4 -7995
MARATHON - Full time office position Tuesdays through Saturdays 9 to 5. People and computer skills required. Diversified job with Office Administrator responsibility on Saturdays and Marketing department Tuesday through Friday. Call Drenda 305289-6489 or email resume drenda@ cbsch m it t.com GARAGE SALES
Sat May 28th. 9-3. 1203. Westward Ho Lane Marathon. Behind Panda House. Furn. Refrigerator. TV. Ping Pong Table. Dishes. Clothing. Misc. Items. EVERYTHING MUST GO!!! Turn on 52 ST Bayside NO EARLY BIRDS. GIANT 3-Day Moving Sale! 1401 Tropical St 5/27-5/29 9am til 1pm. Art Work, Lamps, Furniture, Hardware, Tools, Household Items, Books, DVD’s and Much More!! HOBBIES/COLLECTIBES
Will buy old nautical items, ship wheels, compasses, large reels, half hulls, lanterns, binnacles, telegraphs. Cased ship models for sale. Call Lou 603-4556106
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LOWER SUGARLOAF 2BD/2BA unfurnished home with Den and a living/dining room. Covered balcony facing canal/ dock, and parking pad below home. W/D. Call Henry 305-296-7706 KEY WEST 1BD/1BA unfurnished historical home with W/D
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MARATHON WEEKLY / MAY 27, 2016
Thorough searching? Absolutely! A true story about just how far TSA screening can go…
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ong lines at airports courtesy of the TSA Checkpoints are in the news again, especially this Memorial Day holiday weekend. While the wizards in Washington (not the NBA team) try and figure out how to make things work better, and while airports debate hiring their own security crews to keep the lines as short as possible, I will again relate this absolutely true story about what happened to me at a TSA checkpoint. As a matter of background, let me assure you that I do everything possible to get through the TSA checkpoints as smoothly as possible. I usually wear a pullover shirt, elastic waistband pants (no belt), and shoes with no metal inside. I empty the contents of my pockets into the provided trays and let all those possessions go through the x-ray machine. This particular nightmarish incident happened in Tallahassee. At the time, I was Marathon’s Mayor. Also at that time, removal of shoes was not required at all airports. Many times, I’d simply walk through the metal detectors with my shoes still on my feet, pick up my stuff, and head to the gate. Other times, screeners would ask me to wait until they could swab my shoes with some test paper that they’d insert into this machine that would let them know that I wasn’t a terrorist. Then I’d pick up my stuff and head for the gate. JOHN Not this time. As I cleared the metal detector — BARTUS without sounding an alarm — this enormous mouthbreather wearing a TSA uniform motions for me to walk is a City Council down this Plexiglas-lined hallway. As I enter the hallway, member and a former Mayor of and I swear I am not making this up, this lifetime underthe City of Maraachiever sticks his foot out and trips me. No apology, no thon. John is also “excuse me.” I swore. He turned and looked at me as if I a musician who had the number “666” tattooed across my forehead and performs around said, “You don’t have to take the Lord’s name in vain!” town at various establishments. Glaring back at the big lummox, I said, “You didn’t have to trip me now either, did you?!” Still no apology. At this point, I knew I was headed to Hell. I just didn’t know how far down the handbasket was going. My traveling companions, all of whom made it through the checkpoint, are looking back at me and wondering just what offense I’ve committed. “Remove your shoes,” I was commanded. I complied. They were swabbed down and sent through the x-ray machine. “Stand up and spread your legs and hold out your arms.” I did as I was told so the large strawberry-blonde redneck swamp ape could “wand” me with his handheld metal detector. “Stay in that position.” Again, I did as I was told so that this evolutionary throwback could don a pair of rubber gloves and give me a far-too-intimate patdown. Then, the final straw: “I need to look down your pants.” “Excuse me?” “Sir, I need to look down your pants.” So right there, in the middle of this Plexiglas hallway at the Tallahassee Airport’s TSA checkpoint, in plain view of hundreds of passengers and airport employees and whoever else wanted a peek, I stretched out my elastic waistband pants so that this Paleolithic pervert could gaze at my crotch. The last straw having been broken, I unloaded with both barrels. “Is there anything else you’d like to see, sir? Is there any other position I can assume for you, sir? Are you sure you don’t want to perform a personal strip search, sir?” As he backed away from me, red-faced, I said, “I am an elected official in this state. As such, I swore an oath to uphold and defend the Constitution of these United States. You ought to try reading it sometime.” With that, I exited the Plexiglas hallway, picked up my stuff and headed for the gate. • • • • John Bartus performs tonight (Friday) at the Florida Keys Country Club, Saturday afternoon at the Postcard Inn in Islamorada, Saturday night at the Key Colony Inn, Wednesdays at Tarpon Creek, and Thursdays at Sparky’s Landing. www.johnbartus.com
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HELP WANTED Full & Part Time Positions. Apply in Person. Grassy Key Outpost 58152 Overseas Hwy.
Management positions @ Fairvilla's Sexy Things (524 Front Street, Key West Florida 33040) Applicants must be open minded & personable with the ability to lead others. Should enjoy interacting with customers, and be a responsible self-starter with computer skills & the ability to focus on details. Reply to this job posting by sending all of the following to Cherie@fairvilla.com: Letter of interest on the available position • Current resume & your availability & include your favorite joke
Desk Clerk House Keeper
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Rewarding stable jobs with excellent benefits!!! THE GUIDANCE/CARE CENTER, Inc. in MARATHON is looking for: • Medical Director/ Psychiatrist • Program Coordinator • Registered Nurse (PT/FT) • Behavioral Health Techs (PT/FT) • Drivers • Research Assistant • Maintenance Specialist • Direct Care Worker for Heron House. The Guidance/Care Center, Inc, a division of
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THE GUIDANCE/CARE CENTER, Inc. in KEY WEST is looking for: • Family Intervention Counselor • Behavioral Health Therapist • Care Coordinator • Driver Visit www.guidancecarecenter.org or careers.westcare.com to apply. EEOC/DFWP, Bilingual a plus; Drug & background screening required.
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Cute 2 bedroom, 3 bath home. 1132 sq. foot updated half-duplex. Private yard, convenient location, ample parking. $268,500 Please call Lynn Goodwin at Key Colony Beach Realty today for an appointment. 305-923-9487
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REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS FOR Cleaning Services City of Marathon City Hall and Fire Station NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that sealed bids will be received by the CITY OF MARATHON, until 3:00 P.M on June 9, 2016, at the City offices located at 9805 Overseas Highway, Marathon, FL, 33050. Commencing at 3:00 pm on June 9, 2016, bids received will be opened and read aloud at City Hall. The work for which RFQS are to be submitted consists of furnishing all labor, materials, supervision, equipment, supplies, tools, services, & all other necessary incidentals required to perform complete cleaning services at City Hall Offices, Council Chambers and Marathon Fire Station Public Areas. RFQS shall be prepared, addressed and submitted in compliance with detailed instructions as set forth in the contract documents. Bid packages may be picked up at City Hall, 9805 Overseas Highway, Marathon, Florida, 33050 or on DemandStar.com There will be a mandatory pre-bid conference on Wednesday, June 1, 2016 at 4:00 pm beginning at City Hall and ending at Marathon Fire Rescue Station 15 so that prospective bidders may view the work areas. City of Marathon Local Preference Ordinance 2014-02 applies to this bid and is attached to the bid document. The City reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids, to waive irregularities, technical errors and formalities, and to award the contract as it deems will best serve the interest of the City. The City is not responsible for any costs incurred by bidders in developing their RFQ.
NEED SOME CASH? SELL YOUR CAR - OR BOAT - OR SOFA! For as little as $55/week, your AD (with or without photo) will be seen from Key Largo to Key West. Call 305-743-0844 or email ben@keysweekly.com today.
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Pride of ownership exudes this spacious townhome w/ gorgeous stainless/granite kitchen, custom dining room & private location overlooking Bonefish Bay. 3 EnSuite bedrooms, 2 walk-in closets, balconies w/open water views from living room & master bedroom.
Updated, east facing 1/2 duplex w/ addt’l family room or 3rd bedroom. Great updated kitchen w/ lots of cabinets, corian counters & under counter lighting. 37’ concrete dock w/ wooden stepdown, dock box & covered patio. Same family has occupied & lovingly maintained since it was built.
Great floor plan w/ quality construction on half acre lot. Located in the quiet neighborhood of Sombrero Isle & one block from Sombrero Beach. Features good boating access, library, TV room & over 1000 sq. ft. of screened patios & porches. Rare privacy awaits you.
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95 COCO PLUM DRIVE #4C, COCO PLUM 3/3 • 1,857 SF • $670,000 • MLS# 569542
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Impeccably maintained & completely turnkey. Pristine home: master w/ en-suite, gas stove, gated hot tub, outdoor shower, large workshop/storage, dual driveways, covered parking, wrap-around balcony & completely gated fenced yard. This is a must see property!
307 GUAVA AVENUE, GRASSY KEY 2/2 • 832 SF • $359,000 • MLS# 570209
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600 11TH STREET, KEY COLONY BEACH 2/2 • 1,184 SF • $499,000 • MLS# 570358
88 CALLE ENSUENO, MARATHON 3/2 • 1,784 SF • $1,650,000 • MLS# 567877
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Absolutely nothing to do to this home but move in and enjoy! Completely renovated: updated kitchen w/ marble countertops, stainless appliances, gas range, updated bath w/ large shower, bamboo floors, & more! 5 year old roof.
57465 GIBSON STREET, GRASSY KEY 2/1 • 864 SF • $349,000 • MLS# 570204
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5800 OVERSEAS HIGHYWAY #6, MARATHON 1,421 SF • $2,500 • MLS# 570973
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Built like a fortress, on a canal w/ 64’ of dockage. Features elevator, 20KW propane generator, brick driveway, 2 car garage, carport, A/C workshop, concrete pool, lush tropical landscaping & more! Centrally located in Marathon.
202 S. ANGLERS DRIVE, MARATHON 3/2 • 1,784 SF • $1,335,000 • MLS# 570788
TERESA YEIDER • 305-879-5474 BRENDA TORRELLA • 305-481-0555
GORGEOUS GROUND LEVEL LIVING
DUCK KEY POOL HOME
Take this opportunity to own a waterfront home on Key Colony Beach. No stairs to climb. All tile floors, updated kitchen and master bath, two car garage and comes furnished. 75’ of concrete dock w/ easy access to both the Gulf & Atlantic. Relax by the pool when you’re not fishing.
This immaculately maintained pool home on Duck Key is a must see. Two bedrooms and one bath are downstairs with separate living area and entrance perfect for your out of town guests. Two bedrooms and two bath upstairs with open living area and cathedral ceilings.
LYNN B. LUCAS, P.A • 305-393-0559
LYNN B. LUCAS, P.A. • 305-393-0559
600 12TH STREET, KEY COLONY BEACH 4/2 • 1,860 SF • $939,000 • MLS# 569941
133 N INDIES DRIVE, DUCK KEY 4/3 • 2,574 SF • $679,000 • MLS# 568694