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Kevin, where did you get all those dimes from?
Marathon seniors are entering the final stretch of their high school careers. Graduation is set for Thursday, June 9 at 8 p.m. at the school. More information about this year’s crop of future leaders is scattered throughout this issue.
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GABRIEL SANCHEZ
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To the 96 seniors graduating from Marathon High School set to shake of their senioritis and begin the next chapter of their young lives, congratulations. Take it from a Marathon graduate (Go Dolphins!) the world is at your fingertips, but you couldn’t of made it this far alone. Part of the credit belongs to the dedicated faculty at MHS. Of course, they weren’t always teachers and staffers. To add a little perspective, we asked some Marathon mentors …
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What sort of trouble did you get into during your high school years?
“I was a pretty good kid in school. No fights or referrals,” said Principal Wendy McPherson. "My biggest issue was being mouthy to my mom. I got the honor and pleasure of spending an entire month grounded to my bedroom with no TV.”
Former Marathon High faculty (1969 – 1974), “Mr. Marathon” Mike Puto, recalled his high school years fondly. “I never got in trouble at school, but I remember someone driving their Corvette down the hall and leaving tire tracks. Most of the students behaved, but some of it had to with the fear of getting paddled,” he said. (First one to rat out Mike’s friend gets a free cupcake.)
“I was a goody two shoes most of high school. The only thing I got in trouble for was senior skip day. The principal called me into the office but eventually cut me some slack because I was a good kid. In hindsight, I should have pushed the boundaries a little more back then,” laughed Regina Ryan.
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MARATHON WEEKLY / JUNE 3, 2016
A CHAMBER MEMBER’S ENDORSEMENT New member benefits increase during annual chamber drive During the month of June, the Greater Marathon Chamber of Commerce is recruiting area businesses to join the chamber. “Membership has many benefits, such as business-referrals, marketing opportunities, continuing education and beautification grants, as well as having an organization that represents and supports your business,” said Bill Kelly, chairman of the Board of Directors for the Marathon Chamber. The Marathon Chamber of Commerce also provides other opportunities for business members such as monthly networking events (Business After Hours, luncheons), academic scholarships, candidate forums, economic development initiatives (red carpet tours and sister city programs, etc.), and educational seminars. “As we grow our membership we are able to expand these and other new programs to our members and community,” said Chamber CEO Dan Samess. “What comes in, goes back out in a way that benefits our businesses and community.” During the membership drive, the chamber is offering many one-time special benefits to new members ranging from free advertising on a variety of mediums, as well as discounts on others, and a chance to win a $200 gift card to Hawks Cay Resort’s Alma Restaurant. For more information about joining the chamber or other business assistance, call 305-743-5417. The chamber is located at 12222 Overseas Highway in Marathon and is open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday.
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s a new business owner in the Middle Keys, there are many steps to navigate. A friend said I should stop by the Marathon Chamber of Commerce and see about joining. I have never been a member of any chamber anywhere, but I decided to check it out and see what’s what. I walked in and met with a nice young lady named Chelsey, who introduced me to her colleague, Jeanine. Everyone was welcoming and easy to talk to. Chelsey asked me about my business, and I explained that I recently relocated here from New Jersey and started a mobile home maintenance firm. I must admit I was a bit unsure how a chamber of commerce could help my business. Number one, it’s not tourist-based/dependent; and number two, I don’t sell widgets, retail items and whatnot. So how were they going to help my service-based business? Chelsey started to run through some of the member-benefits including the monthly business after hours functions and luncheons, where I would be able to meet, network, and mingle with hundreds of fellow Marathon Chamber members, community leaders, and so on. She also mentioned as a new member I would receive a write up in the Marathon Weekly Newspaper, along with another business spotlight in an upcoming chamber newsletter, and a free listing on the chamber’s website. As we continued to chat more about member benefits, the Chamber CEO Daniel Samess came over and introduced himself and asked a few other questions about how I came to find Marathon as my new home and place of business. Even though I had already received some great information about member benefits, I couldn’t help myself. I asked Daniel, “So, what are you guys gonna do for me?” (Hey I’m from Jersey; you don’t ask you don’t get!) Daniel immediately took me next door to a real estate office. He introduced me to the owners and said that if they need any help with home maintenance with their vacation rentals that they needed to call me, and he gave them my card. I may be a tough guy, but I am actually pretty shy when it comes to selling myself and networking. It was great that Daniel was already recommending me to a fellow chamber member and I was excited about the new contact for my business. Fast forward about six months — the same real estate company now uses me almost on a daily basis for home maintenance needs on their vacation rentals. I attend the regular chamber functions religiously where I have met some great new contacts, clients, and even friends. The free write-ups in the newspaper and website netted a few calls, each leading to more new business. I entered the Marathon Chamber of Commerce’s office very hesitantly. Now, I think it’s one of the best decisions I’ve made upon moving and opening up my business here. I am a walking testimonial not only to the Marathon Chamber of Commerce, but also its dedicated staff whot always goes out of their way to help me grow my business. Paul Kozay, owner Just Call Paul Home Maintenance
WEEKLY INTERVIEW
MARATHON WEEKLY / JUNE 3, 2016
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pon his arrival to Florida Keys Community College in 2012, Dr. Jonathan Gueverra was observed, just after daybreak, picking up litter around the campus grounds. It was a defining moment for an institution in dire need of leadership. Surprised to see his newly appointed president performing a duty well beneath his pay grade, one brave employee asked Gueverra why he was “stooping” to perform such a frivolous duty. For Gueverra, the answer was simple: “I never have an expectation for anyone that I don’t have of myself.” Since that time, the atmosphere at FKCC has undergone a cultural revival. And while many point to Dr. Gueverra’s accomplishments over the past four years (including enrollment increases, a renewed focus on stewardship, added degrees and community ambassadorship), the Trinidad native is quick to attribute his successes to a new belief in Monroe County’s only college — not just for students and faculty, but a new belief shared throughout the Florida Keys. This week asked Dr. Gueverra (simply known to many as “Dr. G”) with 20 questions. And the husband, father, decorated educator, gardener, carpenter and self-proclaimed chef did not disappoint: You consistently attribute the success of FKCC to a change in culture. What do you mean? You can tinker around the edges of a lot of stuff and you can see the physical manifestations of those changes. But if you don’t’ change a culture, then those changes will go away quickly.
Questions with
Dr. Jonathan Gueverra
You were hired during a tumultuous time at FKCC. How does one begin the process of change in that environment? You have to start with you. I always ask graduate students, what do you think is the most important quality in a leader? And I always say to them, I want that person to be ethical and honest. No one will follow someone into a foxhole they can’t trust. You conduct your interviews outside, underneath a tamarind tree. Why? If you are going to come here to work, you need to be able to deal with the heat. We have students out there. We work out there. You need to be able to show me you can survive out there. You recently auctioned off your culinary skills as a personal chef during a fundraiser. Why? As a person involved in human service work and education, people respond in different way when you can give them something that is not just from you, but it’s of you.
What is your advice for someone lobbying at the state level in Tallahassee? You can’t get there and ask for something today and expect to get it tomorrow. My grandfather taught me a long time ago. You get nothing for nothing and very little for something. What is the last book you read? “Primed to Perform: How to Build the Highest Performing Cultures Through the Science of Total Motivation” by Neel Doshi and Lindsay McGregor. Do you believe in aliens? I don’t know if I believe in aliens, but there are probably life forms in other parts of the universe. I have no evidence to dispute that. Pet Peeve? People who walk their dogs and don’t pick up after them. Is there any friendly competition between you and Monroe County School Superintendent Mark Porter? When I flew with the Blue Angels, I didn’t even take a barf bag. [At a subsequent military event], I was happy to remind everyone that Mark passed out during his Blue Angel flight. Teacher you remember the most? I must have been five or six. First grade maybe. Her name was Mrs. Amow. She was just the cutest woman and a very kind person. Was that your first crush? Probably. Finish these sentences: At graduation … I reminded a young lady, “Don’t forget why you are doing this. You told me you wanted to be a pediatrician and this is only the first step.” Running a college is a lot like … taking care of family. I measure my success … by the successes of the people I serve. My children have taught me … humility. My students have taught me … always be prepared for a surprise. If I have two hours to myself … I would fly around the world. My wife would tell you that I … can be demanding. Compromise is … not a bad word. Education is …. to quote Mandela, “the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.”
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HURRICANE SEASON
MARATHON WEEKLY / JUNE 3, 2016
It just takes one strange storm Bizarre storms teach valuable lessons GABRIEL SANCHEZ
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t’s all too easy to be lulled into a false sense of security this time of year. The news channels and newspapers are filled with scientific reports on hurricane season projections. Six of this, five of those, two of that. But the reality is that hurricanes are weird. They can behave in ways that neither humans nor machines can predict. “Those unusual storms can provide some very large challenges,” said Jon Rizzo, warning coordination meteorologist with the National Weather Service office in Key West. For example, a November tropical system made history in 1999 when “Wrong Way Lenny” formed in the Caribbean and became the first hurricane to travel from west to east. Hurricane Lenny killed 17 people and had impacts on Puerto Rico, Saint Croix, Saint Martin, Anguilla and Saint Barthélemy.
“When storms turn to the north, or move westward, they tend to sheer off. In other words, the thunderstorms get stripped away and they tend to dissipate,” Rizzo said. “But to have hurricanes move eastward is very unusual.” Then there’s the loop-de-loop — especially those that head south after the lull. Hurricane Betsy of 1965 qualifies. Betsy was almost level with Daytona Beach when it performed a full circle, tracked southwest through the Bahamas before making landfall in Key Largo as a Category 3. The one thing that hurricanes can’t out-do is Mother Nature itself. Those that were around for Hurricane Katrina in 2005 remember looking at the tracking on the news channels when she was still out in the Atlantic. Common sense predicted it would move east to west across the lower third of the state. Only, there was something in the way. “There was a huge high pressure system over the northeastern Gulf Coast and the Florida panhandle,” Rizzo said. “The storm had to move southwest to get around it, bringing it across the Everglades.” The Keys experienced the system as an unexpected blow as it made its way across the Gulf to Louisiana and Mississippi to deliver the death blow. Although we’re very fortunate to have technology to help predict storms’ path and strength in 2016, that wasn’t always the case. In 1910, a tropical storm passed over the western tip of Cuba, headed out to the Gulf, and then turned around and hit Cuba again. “They thought it was two separate storms at first,” Rizzo said. “They called it the “cycle of five days.” In light of these stories, maybe a “normal” season is something to celebrate
HURRICANE SEASON
MARATHON WEEKLY / JUNE 3, 2016
IS LA NIÑA COMING?
Experts keep their eye on ‘climate maker’
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he hurricane season is three days old, but the Atlantic Ocean has already clocked two storms. Hurricane Alex formed in JANUARY, well outside the official hurricane season time frame of June 1 through Nov. 30. (That marks only the second time a hurricane formed in January; the other was Hurricane One in 1938). Tropical Storm Bonnie sprung up on May 27 and weakened to a depression before making landfall in South Carolina. Keys residents routinely compare the forecasts from the University of Colorado and the National Oceanic and Atmopsheric Administration when they are released on the eve of hurricane season. In 2016, both are calling for an “average” system, possibly more active than last year — 10 to 16 named storms, four to eight hurricanes and one to four major hurricanes. “I know people like to see the numbers, but I hope it doesn’t translate to personal preparedness,” said Jon Rizzo, warning coordination meteorologist with the National Weather Service office in Key West. “The season forecast has to do with the total number of storms all across the ocean, and says nothing about the risk to the Florida Keys.”
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Weather experts agree on one detail about the coming hurricane season: El Niño, a weather condition which typically means a calmer hurricane season for Keys residents, is waning. Whether La Niña, indicative of a more active season, takes its place has yet to be determined. According to the University of Colorado, the current weakening El Niño is likely to transition to either neutral or La Niña conditions by the peak of the Atlantic hurricane season. “This is a more challenging hurricane season outlook than most because it’s difficult to determine whether there will be reinforcing or competing climate influences on tropical storm development,” said Gerry Bell, Ph.D., lead seasonal hurricane forecaster with NOAA’s Climate Prediction Center. "However, a near-normal prediction for this season suggests we could see more hurricane activity than we’ve seen in the last three years, which were below normal.” Hurricane outlook probability for 2016 NOAA forecasts a Major hurricane to make U.S. landfall 70 percent chance that La Niña — which favors U.S. East Coast, more hurricane activity including — will be present durFlorida Source: NOAA ing the peak months of hurricane season, August through October. However, current model predicU.S. Gulf Coast from tions show uncertainty Florida as to how strong La Niña panhandle to Entire U.S. coastline and its impacts will be. Brownsville
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
MARATHON WEEKLY / JUNE 3, 2016
Lori Longstreth is blessed to live in Marathon
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I just want to sincerely thank you for the huge support and very nice article for my cousin Lori Longstreth. I am sure you know one week prior to her incident she lost her brother Brady. Lori is one year older than me, Brady was one year younger, we were raised as siblings — all 15 some cousins of us. Aunt Kay (their mom) is like a second mom to me and one of the strongest women I know. What she has endured: the loss of a son and almost a daughter within a week, must be taking a huge toll on her. I wish I could be there in Miami or Marathon with her, Randy, Morgan and especially Lori. Thank you so much from the bottom of my heart and may God bless you real good I knew there was a reason Randy and Lori moved to Marathon 22-23 years ago. She has been blessed with a wonderful community and huge support and I hate to ask but please keep our family in your prayers as Lori gets through this and gets out of Miami and back home to Marathon. Sincerely, Sherry Rollins
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School thanks community partners This year Stanley Switlik Elementary has enjoyed many sponsors for our literacy programs. A big thank you goes to Publix for providing cupcakes for the monthly Accelerated Reader parties, The Marathon Runners’ Club for the $1,500 donation to maintain the RIF free book distribution program, Zonta for support of PTK night, Marathon Fire/Rescue for the prizes and ride to school for our monthly reader drawings, the Dolphin Research Center for providing three prize package drawings at each grade level for our 100 point earners, and of course the Marathon Yacht Club for hosting/ donating the annual 100 Point AR luncheon. These incentives go a long way to motivate our young readers. This year, 77 students earned at least 100 Accelerated Reader points which is by far the most students in our school’s history. Throughout the year, in classrooms and at special events, parents, teachers, community members, and volunteers have worked together to encourage our young readers. Thank you for your service, dedication, and continued support. Christine Paul Library Media Specialist, Stanley Switlik Elementary
The Parks and Recreation department will host Roller Night Friday, June 3, from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Marathon Community Park’s basketball/ hockey court. This is a free program for all ages with snacks and music. All skaters must wear helmets. Skaters provide their own skates, scooters, and helmets. Registration is also open for Summer Soccer and Marathon Summer Camp. There will be a signup session Saturday, June 4 from 10 a.m. to noon
at the main pavilion beside the tennis courts for soccer. Information can be found at ci.marathon.fl.us or by calling 305-743-6598. Disaster training set for Middle Keys Florida Keys Medical Reserve Corps announces its upcoming annual training and orientation on Saturday, June 4 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Hawk’s Cay Resort on Duck Key. The meeting is open to members and prospective members and offer an overview of the organization and disaster medicine. Medical Reserve Corps units are national, community-based and function as a way to locally organize and utilize volunteers who want to donate their time and expertise to prepare for and respond to emergencies and promote healthy living throughout the year. MRC volunteers supplement existing emergency and public health resources. If you are interested in attending, RSVP to mrc@fkahec.org or call 305743-7111 ext. 203. For more information on MRC, visit medicalreservecorps. gov.
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Who: The Turtle Hospital When: Wednesday, June 8th from 5:30-7:30PM Where: 2396 Overseas Highway, MM 48.5 What: Great networking, food & beverages; come promote your business and meet Marathon business owners, executives, and leaders!
MEMBERSHIP LUNCHEON June 21st, 12-1pm When: Tues, June 21st from 12 - 1pm Where: Marathon Grill & Ale House
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The Marathon High School’s team of runners in the Keys 100 ultramarathon two weeks ago cross the finish line. Owen Pitchford, Jonathan Pitchford, Aydan Child, Matthew Pinkley, Keygan Jeffries and Joel Zaila were guided along the long route by Coach Liz Ramos. They finished in 12 hours and 18 minutes, an hour faster than 2015. Wow!
BRIEFLY Cornhole fundraiser benefits Habitat Join Habitat for Humanity in throwing cornhole bags on Saturday, June 11 at 6 p.m. at Marathon Community Park. Registration for two-person teams opens at 5 p.m. for a $20 donation to Habitat for Humanity of the Middle Keys. There will be raffles, silent auctions, food and prize packages. Bring a cooler and a chair. For more information, call Capt. Bill at 305-3941940. Kids Fishing Derby is coming June 15 Every year, local kids ages 6 to 14 are invited on a special end-of-the-year 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.
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Friday, June 3 • Book club meeting on ‘Circling the Sun’ at 10 a.m. at Marathon library. • Free Roller Night from 7 to 9 p.m. at Marathon Community Park. Saturday, June 4 • Swim Around Key West. • Disaster health care training from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Hawks Cay, Duck Key. • Complimentary yoga and trunk show from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Sol Shine Yoga, Marathon. • Summer Soccer signups from 10 a.m. to noon at main pavilion, Marathon Community Park. • Classical Guitar at 8 p.m. at Florida Keys Country Club, Marathon. Sunday, June 5 • Marathon High School Baccalaureate at 5:30 p.m., San Pablo Church. • Children’s concert at 6 p.m. at Marathon Community Park. Tuesday, June 7 • Marathon High School Class Night at 7 p.m. at MHS auditorium. • Coral Shores High School class night at 7 p.m. at CSHS Performing Arts Center. Thursday, June 9 • Marathon High School Graduation at 8 p.m. at MHS Auditorium. Friday, June 10 • Key West High School graduation at Tommy Roberts Memorial Stadium, Key West. June 8-12 Key West Pride.
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CLASS OF ‘76
To our BUYERS and SELLERS. We hope you enjoy your new homes.
What’s changed since you graduated for MHS 40 years ago?
PAM DANIELS
Owner of Midas Touch Mom to Stephanie and grandma to Kayla “There are two major changes,” she said. “There were a lot more things for kids to do when I was in high school. There was a bowling alley and skating rink. And, two, the town is filled with bigger hotels now. I miss all the momand-pop places.”
MARK ANDERSON Co-owner of Bayshore Clothing Dad to Teri, Jenna, and Mark, granddad to Bella “Everything has changed since I graduated,” said Mark, gearing up for a fishing trip. “It’s my hometown and I love it, everyone wants to move here and I am not going to be the one that moves out.
Karen Raspe, P.A. - Represented the Buyers of 235 15th Circle, Key Colony Beach
COMMERCE CORNER THE ANGLER’S CLOSET The Angler’s Closet is a high end fishing inspired clothing boutique that opened in 2015 in Marathon. The boutique has a tackle twist to complete any day on the water whether it’s on a boat or at the beach. The business is family ran and owner Leanys Carlson says the shop’s key to success is providing amazing customer service. “If you want to look fresh and have the latest styles in the fishing industry and the hottest bathing suits on the market, you need to visit us,” said Carlson.
Marathon High School Graduation ceremonies
Sunday, June 5:
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.
The Angler’s Closet carries many different brands including Yeti, Maui Jim, Costa, Luli Fama, Simms, Tervis , Havaianas, Montce Swim, Smith Optics, Pelagic, Gloomis, Buff, Mud Pie, Corkcicle, Salt Life, Huk, Go Pro and many more brands arriving daily. The Angler’s Closet also supports Habitat For Humanity. Location: 2920 Overseas Highway, Marathon Phone Number: 305-289-4383 Website: under construction Email: theanglerscloset@icloud.com
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SELENA GONZALEZ Parents: Jackie and Luis Gonzalez Headed to: Florida South Western State College Selena Gonzalez held a class officer positon all four years of high school and also participated in a long list of clubs including Relay for Life, Health Club, CSALT, and Leadership and also played on the Lady Fins basketball team. She still reflects on the first day of her senior year as one of the best moments. “We were all gathered together and realized that this was our last year together,” she said. “We aren’t just friends, we are family.”
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FRANK GONZALEZ Parents: Yanet and Alfredo Gonzalez Headed to: Florida South Western State College In 10 years, Frank Gonzalez sees himself back here in the community after graduating with a degree in athletic training. As a member of National Honor Society, Take Stock In Children, Cross Country, All County for four years on the soccer team, and baseball, he said his favorite memory of high school are the senior pep rallies and field day.
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SEAN ROBERTS Parents: Tray-ci and Michael Roberts Headed to: University of West Florida Sean Roberts, a MHS football player and recipient of several sportsmanship and character awards, said he will most remember beating Coral Shores High School in overtime at his last high school football game. Ten years from now, he hopes to be working for NOAA or the Navy as a marine biologist or research scientist.
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Parents: Teresa and Greg Konrath Headed to: University of Miami Uber-involved Sydney Konrath says she is most looking forward to bringing her college friends home for long weekends while attending University of Miami working toward a degree in biology and eventually pediatrics. “I love the Keys so much, so I plan on being back here in 10 years,” she said. Her favorite moments of high school: winning four consecutive soccer district championships.
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JUNE FACTS FROM THE TAX COLLECTOR ALEX ROCA Parent: Sully Roca Headed to: U.S. Coast Guard Alex Roca spent high school playing sports like football and basketball and is mostly looking forward to graduating and heading off to the U.S. Coast Guard. He said what makes graduating in the Keys special is “being able to graduate with the same friends I grew up with.”
• First Installment Tax Notices for 2016 were mailed out. If the first installment is not paid by July 29, 2016 you will be removed from the plan. • Delinquent Tangible taxes for 2015 must be paid by June 30, 2016 or a warrant is issued in July. • Local Business Tax renewals will be mailed out at the end of June for the coming year. • Local residents are now able to apply for their statewide concealed weapon license at the Key Largo and Key West main offices; Florida concealed weapon licenses are processed by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. Due to rising demands Tax Collector offices have been given authority to take applications, fingerprint the applicants and send the information securely to the department for final determination.
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AMANDA DAVIS
JULIO FIGARO
Parents: Debra Davis Headed to: Santa Fe Community College When looking back at high school, Amanda Davis said she’ll remember the basketball game where she shot a three-pointer with 1.8 seconds left on the clock. She played basketball, volleyball, and softball and was an All County player, receiving many sportsmanship awards along the way. She said she will pursue a degree in sports medicine. “I can’t wait for people to ask where I’m from,” she said.
Parents: Ana Maria Pena and Alfredo Figaro Headed to: Florida South Western State College Julio Figaro said he will remember everything about high school as being the best moments especially graduating with friends he grew up with. Figaro participated in Be The Change and Health Club and sees himself owning a home 10 years from now with a good paying job with a degree in education or criminal justice.
GENESIS VILLATORO
JORDAN RONEY
Parents: Bella Villatoro Headed to: Valencia College Graduating on honor roll and with perfect attendance, Genesis Villatoro hopes to earn a degree in elementary education after graduation. “Graduating high school on an island,” she said is what makes her time in the Keys special.
Paqrents: Kim and Bob Roney Headed to: University of South Carolina Jordan Roney says her favorite moment in high school was signing a college softball scholarship. As Monroe County Player of the Year for volleyball and softball, and Female Athlete of the Year, she focused her goals on a scholarship playing sports and weight-lifting. In 10 years, she sees herself owning her own business or running Captain Hook’s Marina, her family-owned business. “Not a lot of people get to say they live on an island,” she said.
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Florida Keys Medical Reserve Corps announces its upcoming annual training and orientation on Saturday, June 4 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Hawk’s Cay Resort on Duck Key. The meeting is open to members and prospective members and offer an overview of the organization and disaster medicine. Medical Reserve Corps units are national, community-based and function as a way to locally organize and
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Movin’ on up Stanley Switlik Elementary’s fifth graders — 99 of them — are being promoted to the big time: Marathon Middle School. The ceremony takes place Wednesday, June 8 at 9 a.m. in the auditorium and then the kids head over to the beach for a fun day. Their shirts read, “Ready Or Not, Here we Come, Class of 2023.”
BRIEFLY 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 at the library. For more information, call Ann Lynch at 305-731-8683. 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. Celebrate summer with free meditation Island Yoga is hosting a beach cleanup and free meditation for all ages on Wednesday, June 22 starting at 5:45 p.m. at Sombrero Beach in Marathon to celebrate the summer solstice. The event is free, but any donations will benefit KAIR. For more information, email nancy.kekst.5@gmail.com. Super Boats coming this month 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.
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905 66th Street, Marathon 2012 Built and rated to 180MPH. Stilted and sitting on extra-large 1.5 lot and completely fenced in for pets and privacy. All impact windows, so shutter and all roof credits applied for the best insurance rates possible. Stainless appliances, lots of parking both covered and off street. This is literally the lowest priced stilted 3bedroom single family on the entire middle keys market with no HOA fees. $379,000
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Are you looking for Bay views, a unique floor plan that offers privacy from guest bedrooms, protected dockage and a spacious fenced yard? Then take a look at this property. Relax on the screened porch that overlooks the coral rock boat basin, and pool. Tiled throughout, vaulted ceilings, large master suite and a boat lift are some of the features of this home. The location of the home on the extension of Morton Street will provide peaceful and relaxing living396 in the 25thFlorida Street,Keys. Marathon Lowest priced waterfront single family home in New pool will be installed by September.
57417 Morton Street, Grassy Key Middle Keys. Granite, stainless, impact windows, above flood, affordable insurances. Located 3/3 • 2,443 SF • $1,590,000 • MLS# 571016
inside Boot Key Harbor with 37 feet of dockage. House is being sold fully furnished except for few personal items. Outdoor kitchen and covered sitting area. 3BR/2BA $459,000
60 S. Conch Avenue, Conch Key Oceanfront home and weekly rentals allowed!!! Metal roof done in 2006, windows only a few years old, place is clean and in great shape. Well maintained and House is offered turn-key fully furnished and has 3 dock slips. 28 foot slip, 24 foot slip and 15 foot slip plus a 12x8 floating platform. Weekly rental charges between 1100 and 1300 depending on how many people. This is one of the lowest priced open water homes on the entire market. Also zoned commercial fishing special district. $499,000 UNDER CONTRACT IN 3 DAYS!
1700 Manor Lane, Marathon Concrete stilted home in great shape and very well maintained. New metal roof in 2014 and completely remodeled in 2015. Deep water dockage and screened-in porch faces east for nice cool evenings, covered parking and wrap around porch located just across the Florida Keys Country Club golf course and only 2 miles from famous Sombrero Beach. 3BR/3BA $699,000 NG NCI NA R FI E L SEL
261 3rd Street, Key Colony Beach Property is offered fully furnished and is elevated above flood. Unit is turnkey with granite counters in kitchen and baths, stainless appliances, metal roof, impact windows, large soaking tub in master bath, interior washer and dryer, recessed lighting, lots of closet space, and back doors open up to nice covered very shady deck with seawall and stepdown dock. This property is currently a vacation rental and is booked solid for the next few weeks. 2BR/2BA $499,000 IEW EV LAK GE D DO
500 70th Street, Marathon Talk about expanded living space! With the sliders open, this living room with high vaulted ceilings expands an additional 380 sq. ft. onto the porch. Nestled up in the tree line with a great view of Dodge Lake and no neighbors across the canal, adds to privacy. Tons of parking and boat trailer storage, room for pool, large kitchen, deep draft dockage and vacation rental ready. 3BR/2BA $749,000 SELLER FINANCING WITH 30% DOWN
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. $1,595,000
Vacant Lot - Mockingbird Land, Marathon 19k SF lot on Y of canal boasting extra large water views 180 degrees. 100 feet wide by 182 deep on south side and 198 feet deep on north side. Lot is all cleared and mowed except the waterfront portion which estimate is approx $3300 to have canal frontage trimmed down for view. About a 15 minute put to open water and 5 minute put from the up and coming new marina and country club. $419,900
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VIRAL DISTRACTIONS I BRITT MYERS traded in a life of monetary success, a chiseled body and intellectual enlightenment for a piece of the pie of the Keys Weekly newspapers. He is also the proud parent of an incredible fouryear-old and a sucker for Michael Mann movies and convenience store hot dogs.
t was horrifying for anyone to watch, particularly for those with small children. Imagine your three-year-old child in the arms of 450-pound gorilla — being lugged around like an animated scene from “The Jungle Book.” But this wasn’t scripted in Hollywood. Instead, a tiny boy managed to wiggle his way into a Cincinnati Zoo enclosure last weekend, only to find himself face to face with Harambe, an endangered 17-year-old silverback gorilla. By now, you are all fully aware of the aftermath. Harambe was shot and killed by zoo officials and the boy escaped with minor injuries. Yet the aftershock, particularly across social media outlets, ignited world-wide debates, including the Cincinnati Zoo’s decision to kill the endangered gorilla (an assessment the zoo emphatically stands by), whether the parents should face criminal charges for negligently allowing their child to crawl into imminent danger, and a quasi moral debate over the value of human and animal life. The entire spectacle captivated the social media consciousness — igniting arguments in chat forums, talk shows and posts from all around the globe. And while I am a parent of a small child and an animal lover, dare I say it — but I wonder how many of those submerged in the Harambe debate have stopped to notice that an estimated 50,000 women and children are being used as human shields (even as I write this) in the Iraqi town of Fallujah? What is my point? I don’t have one, other than we need more substance in our lives than a daily, distracting dose of “how can I be offended today?” It’s time to stop consuming this type of junk food, to seek out more positive messages like the one I found on Facebook authored by Loretta-Maria Adkins of Key West. It’s about a chance encounter with a random stranger and some life-affirming lessons, both learned and still unknown. Friend her on Facebook to read the whole thing. It’s better than re-hashing the Harambe story over and over again.
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Class clowns: Jack Hill and Lianeidy Marrero
Attached at the hip: Melanie Ornelas and Rebekah Smith
Attached at the hip: Steven Poole and Rusty Smith
Best all around: Trace Goodwin and Savannah Schuhmacher
Class clowns: Alexis Rodriguez and Claudia Bacallao
Best couple that never was: Rusty Smith and Savannah Schuhmacher
Most likely to succeed: Seth Landry and Rebekah Smith
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To our BUYERS and SELLERS. We hope you enjoy your new homes.
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A day of remembrance and respect
Veterans and community unite in memory of fallen
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Veterans, families, and proud Americans alike came together on Memorial Day to pay tribute to our nation’s fallen heroes. Thanks to the local efforts of American Legion Post 154, Chapter 122 of the Disabled American Veterans, and the community, a series of ceremonies were held throughout Marathon and Big Pine. The day began with Legion Post 154’s Auxiliary members placing flags at the graves of veterans in Memorial Gardens Cemetery, after which the Color Guard arrived for a military salute and to play “Taps.” The same honors and services were then relocated to Marathon, as both the American Legion and Disabled American Veterans invited the community to pay their respects. Veterans were recognized and scholarships were also awarded to essay contestants. — Weekly Staff report 1 Members of the American Legion Post 154 Riders pose with scholarship recipients — Seth Landry, left, Chris Freeman, Savannah Schuhmacher and Sydney Konrath. FELIX HILARY/ Contributed 2. Korean War Veteran Al Murphy, 86, was recognized by Chapter 122 of the Disabled American Veterans. Behind Murphy, and throughout the DAV, are numerous memorabilia and patriotic displays. WENDY FREDRICK/ Contributed
3. When Doug Morgan, who performed at the ceremonies, was asked what it meant to honor the fallen he said, “It means remembering and being ever grateful for those brave souls who gave their life for this nation.”
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JUST WHAT IS A MUDCRUTCH?
Living proof that rock and roll is not dead
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long time ago in Gainesville, Florida, there were five guys who got together to form a band. One of them had a brother that headed out to California to become an Eagle. Another had taken his first guitar lessons from someone else who would also become an Eagle. Another was the son of the local judge. One was a drummer who had moved from a small town and befriended another guy who eventually became one of rock’s most talented (and under-rated) guitarists. While there were other members, these five were the core of Mudcrutch. Three would become Heartbreakers, while the other two were left to pursue other musical endeavors with broken hearts. The good news is that 10 years ago, they reunited for a new album “Mudcrutch” and a small West Coast tour… and the better news is that they’ve just released their second album (“Mudcrutch 2”) and embarked on a nationwide tour that landed this past week at the Mother Church of country music: the Ryman Auditorium in Nashville. About the members: the brother of the Eagle is Tom Leadon. The drummer is Randall Marsh. The son of the judge is renowned Heartbreaker keyboardist Benmont Tench, III. The drummer’s friend is Heartbreaker guitarist Mike Campbell. And the guy who took his first guitar lessons from another Eagle (Don Felder) is none other than Tom Petty. And the reunited Mudcrutch just played an amazing show at the Ryman. (There must be something in the water in Gainesville that led to the formation of so many world-class musicians.) JOHN While the Heartbreakers are most certainly Tom BARTUS Petty’s group, Mudcrutch is more of a democracy. Petty is still the focal point and handles the majority of the is a City Council lead vocals, but the songwriting and lead vocal duties are member and a spread out among all band members, each having their former Mayor of the City of Maraown turns in the spotlight. Campbell shares lead guitar thon. John is also duties with Leadon, and Petty plays bass the entire time. a musician who It’s a more low-key and mellow affair than a typical Heartperforms around breakers show — not that the music doesn’t rock — but town at various there aren’t any huge expectations waiting in the hall long establishments. before the band has played the first note. Mudcrutch music is a bit more country-influenced than the Heartbeakers, and the band is proud of their Southern roots. They described one of their new songs at the concert as “psychedelic bluegrass” — and it really was! Watching the band, it was easy to tell that everyone was having the time of their lives, and that includes veteran bluegrass picker Herb Pedersen who provided extra acoustic guitar, banjo, and vocals. It also includes legendary saxophone player Jim Horn, who has played with everyone from Frank Sinatra and the Beach Boys to Kenny Chesney and Steely Dan. Opening the concert was a new group that is just releasing its major label debut, the Shelters. The guys in the band are young and talented, they write really good songs and perform them with a combination of precision and abandon that is the hallmark of good rock and roll. Their music is at once familiar and new, and is some of the best new music I’ve heard in years. If you get the chance, check out the Shelters. And while you’re at it, check out the music of Mudcrutch as well. Rock and roll is far from dead, and it’s future looks to be in good hands. Long live rock! • • • • • John performs live Wednesdays at Tarpon Creek at the Holiday Inn Express, Thursdays at Sparky’s Landing, this Friday and Saturday nights with Storm Watch at Boondocks on Ramrod Key, this Saturday afternoon at Holiday Isle at the Postcard Inn in Islamorada, and Sunday afternoon at the Lorelei in Islamorada. www.johnbartus.com
THEME: GARDENING 101 ACROSS 1. “Sisterhood of the Traveling ____” 6. Pavlova’s step 9. Southeast Asia food staple 13. Fire starter 14. “My ____ Private Idaho,” movie 15. Red Cross supply 16. Indian soldier in British Army, historical 17. CSI evidence 18. U in UV 19. *Climber support 21. *Light recommendation for some plants 23. Computer network acronym 24. Green stroke 25. Olympic chant 28. Cry like a baby 30. Depletes 35. X-ray units 37. *Organ of photosynthesis 39. Nary a soul 40. Doing nothing 41. Reduce pressure 43. Tolkien villains 44. Spy’s other name 46. Judo gym 47. Same as Celt 48. *Cross between plant varieties
50. They don’t mix with water 52. Hi-____ graphics 53. Demeanor 55. Black and white sea bird 57. *Homemade fertilizer 61. *Without synthetic chemicals 65. Driver’s 180 66. Roswell debris? 68. Speedily 69. Alley cat 70. Game day appetizer 71. Zwiebacks 72. Annoyingly slow 73. Ensign, for short 74. Corset bones DOWN 1. Attention grabber 2. Copycat 3. Back of neck 4. Chatroom agitator 5. First U.S. space station 6. *Where peas live 7. Barley bristle 8. Big mess 9. Auction off 10. ____ and crafts 11. Buddhist teacher 12. Yemen’s neighbor 15. Brunei’s ruler, e.g. 20. Altogether
22. Beehive State native 24. Stone’s Oscar winner 25. Dickens’s ____ Heep 26. Lamentably 27. Impromptu 29. *Garden intruder 31. Pippin’s last name, “The Hobbit” 32. More painful 33. Cry of surrender 34. *Cabbage Worms and Potato Beetles 36. One way to prepare Ahi 38. *Popular apple 42. ____ bear 45. Soliciting of a bribe for a church office 49. Bad-mouth 51. Glucose and fructose, e.g. 54. Chopin’s composition 56. On the fritz 57. Intersection of two arcs 58. Hahn or von Bismark 59. Fogginess 60. Elizabeth Gilbert’s “Eat, ____, Love” 61. “My bad!” 62. Org. with a mission 63. Rotten and stinky 64. ____pit 67. Ice-T on “Law & Order: SVU”
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MARATHON WEEKLY / JUNE 3, 2016 The 10th MaraTri started with a bang this past Saturday morning at Sombrero Beach in Marathon. About 100 participants swam, biked and ran around the neighborhood. Co-founders Franco D’Ascanio and Mark Felts have expanded the race to include lots of extras ranging from a winner’s podium to beer, hot dogs and cornhole after all that exercise. —Weekly Staff report
MaraTri fun at the beach
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2. Jessica Geide’s face screams fun! 3. Team D’Ascanio collects the buoys after the race.
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4.Co-founder Dr. Mark Felts organizes and competes. 5. The winner of the men’s category in the Mini distance is Brad Makimaa, center, flanked by second and third place finisher Brandon Beach and Matthew Hardison.
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weet Savannah’s is more than a cupcake shop — and it’s certainly more spacious now it’s in the new quarters in the Southwinds shopping mall, across the street from the Marathon Firehouse. There’s cupcakes to be sure, but also small-batch ice cream, cookies, coffee, custom cakes, Key Lime pie, cheesecakes and fudge. Oh, an expanded inventory of kids’ games and toys, most of them creative in nature. The idea for the shop that opened in 2011 was born six years ago, at the sandbar where Kate Chapman and Kate Koler — the “Two Kates” as they are known locally — were floating and dreaming. “She said she always wanted to open a cupcake shop,” said Kate Koler of Kate Chapman, “and I always wanted to make custom cakes.” From the beginning, Sweet Savannah’s has been a success because it caters to children and parents.
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Sometimes grown ups need a place to hide from the sun, too — From the UK Melissa, Julia and Steve.
Heather Goeke begins the embellishments on a Sweet Savannah’s custom cake. Visitors can watch the action through a faux interior window.
SWEET SAVANNAH’S 8919 Overseas Hwy. 305.743.3131 Open 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily Local’s tip: Sweet ‘n’ Salty cupcake
“One of the reasons we started Sweet Savannah’s, was because there was no place for local kids to just come and have fun,” said Chapman. “And we knew it would appeal to visitors, too. After dinner, you don’t just want to sit in your hotel room.” Sometimes grown ups need a place to hide from the sun, too, like United Kingdom natives Melissa, Julia and Steve. “We’ve been fishing and going out at night, and now we need this,” Steve said, spooning ice cream into his body at a quick pace. The new space is three times larger than the old one — a spacious 2,700 square feet populated with informal tables and chairs. The main room features many giftable items ranging from necklace charms to wooden pop guns to a by-the-pound taffy corner. The “secret garden,” now located in an adjacent room, is still growing — one day to be completely filled with luscious tropical foliage. It serves as a private room suitable for birthday parties and even the coming “Mommy’s Time Out” nights the owners expect to begin soon. (They need it — each has two children. Chapman has Jack, 7, and William, 15 months and Koler has Josh, 7, and Joseph, 3.)
One of the most popular spots in the new Sweet Savannah’s store, though, is the cake decorating window. Visitors can watch the decorators at work, transforming cakes into works of arts, themed for weddings or sweet 16 parties. Marathon interior designer Liz Samess has ordered threedimensional “Disney” cakes for her children’s birthday parties. “It’s all about the quality of the ingredients. The cakes taste amazing,” she said. “But they also knock my socks off with the colors and the threedimensional aspects of the cake construction.” Koler and Chapman said the shop will soon be offering a wide variety of “to go” cakes — creations just waiting for a good party that can be customized on the spot. The Kates say the shop’s success would not have been possible without the community’s support and love. And they say employees Heather, Sage and Mallory are also instrumental in the shop’s growth, glossing over their own contributions of sweat, tears and attention to detail. Don’t miss the new Sweet Savannah’s grand opening on Friday, June 10 from 7 to 9 p.m. It’s gonna be sweeeet.
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LIFEMUSIC SUNSET GRILLE & RAW BAR Blues Brothers — Friday, June 3 Party Express - Saturday, June 4 DJ Aaron Pool Party — Sunday, June 5 Chris Case Duo – Sunday, June 5 Brian Roberts – Monday, June 6 Paul Ferretti – Tuesday, June 7 Tim Dee & Jim Hall – Wednesday, June 8 Chris Case Duo – Thursday, June 9
Mia serves up Dirty Gooses at The ‘Cane.
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artender Mia Molek has perfected the most fantastic dirty martini in the Keys, and she blames it on her love for vodka and her “entirely too long” of an existence slinging drinks at The Hurricane Bar and Grill. Her Dirty Goose martini is made with the namesake Grey Goose vodka, and shaken with olive juice. “I make it really dirty, beaten and bruised,” Mia said, muscling up with the shaker in her hands. Her special touch is the bleu cheese-stuffed olives. Mia, a vegan, says if she ever fell off the vegan wagon, it would be for bleu cheese stuffed olives in a glass full of vodka. “It’s so delicious – and a little treat if you’re hungry. It has all the components of dinner and a drink,” she said jokingly. In her free time, the stylish Mia is the co-owner at DK Style Hut, enjoys yoga and drinking wine. Her favorite wine is an organic wine called Nutra. “God help Publix when it goes on sale, because I buy them out,” she laughed. She loves working at The Hurricane because all of her favorite people come there. The Hurricane is located at 4650 Overseas Highway.
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Made “A for the Keys: Athleisure wear
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LEAH MAKI is a fashion-obsessed style Keys blogger, formerly from Minnesota. Her current infatuations include statement pieces, dramatic heels, red lipstick and vintage costume jewelry. Visit LeahsFabulousFinds.com for more of her musings.
thleisure” is the latest buzzword in fashion. The trend of wearing athletic wear for activities beyond the gym has been growing since Lululemon and luxury designers realized more women were wanting function and comfort in their wardrobe. Who knew wearing yoga pants all day was “ontrend”? Since becoming a mom eight months ago, yoga pants have become my lifeline. They can take the brunt of baby spit up, sticky fingers and keeping up with an active crawler. Even before pregnancy and the arrival of baby, I would arrive home from work, pour myself a glass of wine and slip into some yoga pants. I thought this was the norm and, apparently, now it is. But just because athleisure is accepted, doesn’t mean there aren’t dos and don’ts to be aware of. Below are some guidelines for when and how to wear it. • Get the fit right. With performance wear becoming everyday wear, it’s even more important that the apparel fit you well. There is no reason to reveal everything by wearing clothing that is too tight. Now that you’ll be wearing it to the grocery store, the soccer field and the coffee shop, be sure the backside of your pants aren’t transparent. A few years ago, my sister informed me that my butt was visible in a pair of pants I’d been wearing on my morning walks. I hope to save you all from that feeling of realizing you’ve been mooning the entire neighborhood. (I had to find a new route for dog walking.) The rule when buying athletic pants is to bend over in front of the mirror while trying them on. If you can see your underwear, don’t buy them. • Mix function and fashion. The benefit of athleisure gaining in popularity is you are no longer restricted to plain black active wear. Athletic apparel now includes designer leggings, cashmere sweats and layering pieces in a variety of colors, patterns, and detailing. In the Florida Keys, look for versatile pieces that can take you from beach to bar. Rash guards and swim shirts are made for water but with sporty cuts and flattering designs you’ll want to wear them everywhere. Pair them with shorts or a skirt for a dayto-night look. Skorts are another type of active wear that will provide comfort and versatility. Look for a pair with performance fabric for quick drying, odor resistance and moisture wicking. You can wear a skort from pool or ocean to lunch and drinks, perfect for the Florida Keys. Look for sporty-chic apparel with mesh details. Mesh is no longer reserved for men’s gym shorts. You’ll now find mesh details on everything from pencil skirts and tanks to handbags and stilettos. • Where to wear it. Many designer brands are now blurring the lines between active and everyday fashions. But, just because it looks like everyday apparel, doesn’t mean it should be worn to events and places that require more formal clothing. Unless you work at a gym, workout gear is never appropriate for the office. As comfortable as stretchy pants are, none of your colleagues want to know you that well. In addition, formal events such as weddings and funerals should be given the respect they deserve with attire matching the occasion and request of the host.
Sporty-chic skorts will take you from pool to lunch with performance fabrics made to dry quickly. This Gretchen Scott skort is available at Islamorada Mercantile.
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Administrative Assistant Needed ASAP in Marathon
We are now hiring for the following positions:
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
Phone 305-743-2485
Diesel Mechanic Truck Helpers CDL Driver Applicants must apply in person to be considered. 4290 Overseas Hwy, Marathon
LINE COOK WANTED The Hammocks at Marathon
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Work on The Ocean Part Time • Day Shifts Experience Required
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$250 Sign-On Bonus! • Maintenance/Handyman • Activities Associate • Guest Services Agent / Relief Night Auditor
Full-time, Full Charge Bookkeeper, and Payroll Specialist Experience with QuickBooks and Microsoft Office required. Responsibilities included, but are not limited to, write-up work, bank reconciliations, processing payroll/payroll taxes, sales/tourist tax, and quarterly payroll tax returns. Must be able to handle financial information with sensitivity, and integrity. Must be dependable, punctual, and possess a professional attitude. Email resume to bookkeeping@flkeyscpa.com
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IN THE COUNTY COURT OF THE 16TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA
FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION 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,
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
LEGAL NOTICES or unliquidated, the nature of the uncertainty shall be stated. If the claim is secured, the security shall be described. The claimant shall deliver a copy of the claim to the clerk who shall serve the copy on the personal representative. 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:
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LEGAL NOTICES
FRANCIS H. DOLAN Deceased.
RICHARD E. WARNER 12221 Overseas Highway Marathon, FLORIDA 33050 Telephone: (305) 743-6022 Fax: (305) 743-6216 E-mail: richard@ rewarnerlaw.com
NOTICE TO CREDITORS 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 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
Publish: May 27 and June 3, 2016 The Weekly Newspapers
FICTITIOUS NAME NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned, desiring to engage in business under the fictitious name of Tarpon Harbour, located at 6973 Overseas Highway, Office, in the county of Monroe, town of Marathon, Florida 33050, intends to register said name with the Division of Corporations of the Florida Department of State, Tallahassee, Florida. By: Marathon Ocean Housing, LLC Published: June 3, 2016 The Weekly Newspapers AUTOS FOR SALE 2015 Fiat 500 Deal! Deal! Deal! $13000 OBO. Call 305-849-3442
AUTOS WANTED ALL YEARS! Junk or Used. Cars - Vans - Trucks. Running or Not. CASH 305-332-0483 EMPLOYMENT
Babysitters Needed for vacationers! 305-522-6050 Apply at http:// re s o r tc h i l d ca re. com Little Palm Island is in search of the following talented employees: Front Desk Agent, Executive Sous Chef, Accounts Payable Clerk, P/T Island Front Desk/Bellman, P/T Maintenance and Housekeeping Supervisor. Please apply in person @ 28500 Overseas Hwy, Little Torch Key, FL 33042
EXP. HELP ONLY needed for all positions. Apply in person Mon-Fri 10-11am @ Sunset Grille & Raw Bar Knights Key Blvd.
EMPLOYMENT
Marathon. Servers & Bartenders Needed Full Time Please apply during business hours. Key Colony Inn, 700 W. Ocean Dr. Key Colony 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 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 in Marathon
Seeking Service Clean up Helper 5 days a week, one day off. Small engine mechanic knoledge helpful. Please call (305) 852-0600 Construction Foreman wanted Needs Vehicle. Pay commensurate with experience. Call 305304-7995
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 305-289-6489 or email resume drenda@cbschmitt.com
Light Maintenance Cleaning, and office duties Permanent part time position. 2-4 hours per day, 5 days a week. KCB - Sea Isle Condominium (305) 743-0173 sea7430173@aol. com Carpenter and Carpenter Helper needed Residential
EMPLOYMENT
Quality Workmanship. Must have transportation. Marathon/KCB area. (305) 289-8331 HOBBIES/COLLECTIBES
Will buy old nautical items, ship wheels, compasses, large reels, half hulls, lanterns, binnacles, telegraphs. Cased ship models for sale. Call Lou 603-455-6106 PRIVATE COLLECTOR WANTS Rolex,
Dive watches and Pilot watches. Old model Military clocks & watches. Call 305-743-4578 FISHING MISC.
FOR SALE: Lobster Tags $200 each. Call 305-481-1316 ALL TYPES OF PERMITS! 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. Licensed & Bonded. All permits guaranteed valid for transfer. Many ref’s avail. John Potts Jr. 321-784-5982 or 321-302-3630 www. shipwusa.com COMMERCIAL FOR RENT
OFFICE SPACES FOR RENT Office spaces FOR RENT starting at $250/mo. Parking spaces also available. Located on US 1, Cudjoe Key. 305-304-0776
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• CLASSIFIEDS, PUBLIC & LEGAL NOTICES • 305.743.0844
We Buy Gold Locally!
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 PLEASE NOTE: Emails that only include a resume without a letter of interest will NOT be considered. • Applicants must be 18 years of age or older.
HELP WANTED
Home Automation Systems "Smart Homes" As low as $399 Financing Available Insured 305 -780-9545
powerplanelectric@gmail.com
Desk Clerk House Keeper
Key Colony Beach Motel 441 East Ocean Drive KCB, FL
Cash Flow Jewelry and Pawn Townsquare Mall Marathon
Sweet Savannah’s Bake Shop
HIRING
Baker & Counter Help Competitive Pay – Fun Atmosphere Please Apply In Person 8919 Overseas Hwy, Marathon
NEED EMPLOYEES? List the positions you have available here for only $80/week in 30,000 copies from Key Largo to Key West. Call (305) 743-0844 Today!
305-289-0411
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 • Maintenance Specialist • Direct Care Worker for Heron House. The Guidance/Care Center, Inc, a division of
“Uplifting the human spirit since 1973”
THE GUIDANCE/CARE CENTER, Inc. in KEY WEST is looking for: • Family Intervention Counselor • Care Coordinator • Driver Visit www.guidancecarecenter.org or careers.westcare.com to apply. EEOC/DFWP, Bilingual a plus; Drug & background screening required.
Lic# EC 525
HIRING • TOP PAY for Experienced & Licensed Electricians • Benefits • Over 36 years in Marathon • Voted Best Electrical Contractor • Confidentiality Assured • If you know someone who would like to take their profession to the next level please call: Kelly Electric 305-743-6098 Kelly6098@aol.com
CITY OF MARATHON, FLORIDA 9805 Overseas Highway, Marathon, Florida 33050
Phone: (305) 743-0033 Fax: (305) 743-3667
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.
FOR RENT
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
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
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• Serving Ocean Reef to Key West since 1976
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Lic# CPC1457751
305-849-8063 • Marathon, FL
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10700 5TH AVENUE GULF P. O. BOX 500995 MARATHON, FLORIDA KEYS 33050
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
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PILCHARDS - PINFISH - CRABS BALLYHOO - HOMEMADE CHUM & MORE ISLAMORADA TO KEY WEST CALL FOR PRICING AND AVAILABILITY
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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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743-7800
DEALER FOR
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• Work with all Ins. Comps. • Windshield Replacement • Free Mobile Service • Stone Chip Repair
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• Furniture Glass • Marine Glass • Lexan • Custom Sand Blasting • Mirrors & Mirror Walls
Spalling Repairs
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Painting and Repairing since 1989
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Licensed and Insured License #sp4116
Specializing in Concrete Restoration
(305) 735-4042
"We don't strive to be the cheapest, but we do strive to be the best"
Liz Samess Interiors
Home & Offices Expertly Cleaned Fast Dependable Service “We Clean Your Place, Like it Was Our Place”
Liz Samess Interior Designer
Excellent References Upon Request
(954) 801-7883 Email: interiordesignbyliz@gmail.com CELL:
305-766-0819 305-924-0179
8080 Shark Dr., Marathon, FL 33050
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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 Out Door Living Spaces
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Barbara Sanchez
Design, Decorating, Drafting, & More…
305-896-3599
Lic. #CGC 1515665 #CFC 1428730
(Between Office Depot & Main Post Office)
Marathon, FL 33050 305-289-1631
NEW & REPAIR
305-664-0099 www.TikiHuts.com
STATE CERTIFIED THATCHING CONTRACTOR CYC 000002
OVER THE SEAS PROPERTIES • Condo & HOA Management • Property Management • Commercial & Residential Real Estate • Home Watch & Maintenance
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Specializing in Color and Highlights Haircuts Keratin Treatments 5177 Overseas Highway, Marathon, FL 33050 (Between Office Depot and Main Post Office)
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Business Cards Published In 10,000 Copies Weekly
The Weekly Newspapers www.KeysWeekly.com
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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
All Keys Real Estate
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
“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...
Each Office Independently Owned and Operated
Great Prices, Good Service, Good People Joel & Bonnie Cadbury
Call the Experts!
Licensed & Insured Lic # CAC056987
305-289-1748
2735 OVERSEAS HWY MARATHON, FL 33050
Kitchen Cabinets Sales REAL Wood Cabinets at Particle Board Prices KitchenKorner/Fred's Beds 1333 O/S Hwy, MM 53.5 • 305-743-7277
Ceramic Tile We Do Porcelain Installations! Marble Licensed & Insured Granite Tops FREE ESTIMATES U.S.1 & 109th St, Marathon Floor & Wall Tiles (Across from Beall’s Outlet) Carpets Lic#SP-3562 289-3019
Licensed & Insured Contractor # CACO53827
DOT PALM, Inc. LANDSCAPING & TREE SERVICES
SP 3636
TREE CLIMBER WANTED F R E E E S T I M AT E S FREE
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ARTIC TEMP, INC. Air Conditioning & Refrigeration
Residential, Commercial & Marine Ice Machine - Sales - Service Phone: (305) 743-5288
Fax: (305) 743-6887
got brick? Fight pesky mosquitoes without worsening allergies or illnesses. A greener alternative for mosquito control. Pesticide-free and easy to install.
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Julie Tong (305) 922-2033 5190 Overseas Hwy Marathon, FL 33050
Julie@casacasadesignstudio.com www.casacasadesignstudio.com
POSH ISLAND GIFTS & HOME DECOR
Twins Cleaning Services Marilyn & Zulema Nunez
(305) 394-7131 / (305) 587-8240 Twinscleaningservices1988@gmail.com
Commercial, Residential and New Construction Free Estimates and References Available
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installation • repairs commercial retaining walls brick cleaning & sealing Dave Keller (305) 304-3966 family owned & operated
Come join the FUN & paint with a former Rockette & Broadway Entertainer
305.407.0225 Please call for our party schedule or to book your own Private Party!
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MEET RE/MAX ALL KEYS NEW MILLENIUMS
“I am so proud to welcome these amazing young REALTORS to my “Team of Island Experts”. Combining the best real estate technology tools in the industry with their energy and education these agents have no limitation on what they can succeed. These are our future young professionals in the Keys. I am honored that they chose me to be their Real Estate mentor, I can’t wait to grow their wings and watch them soar.” Jo Ann Cook, Broker/Owner RE/MAX All Keys Real Estate
305-735-4095 • 10055 O/S Hwy, Marathon • 88539 O/S Hwy, Tavernier • 98880 O/S Hwy, Key Largo Julie Nappi, Realtor
julienappi@remax.net
(305) 570-8606
After a lifetime of spending my summers in Key West, I became a permanent resident of Key Largo in 2012. I have firsthand experience of relocating, raising a family, living and working in the Keys. I grew up in the suburbs of Chicago and attended MacCormac College. Shortly after, I moved to Boston to work as a Court Reporter. Since moving to Key Largo, I have worked in management at luxury resorts and realized I could use my passion, connections and knowledge of the Keys to help people find their dream home. The beauty and lifestyle of the Keys captured me at a young age, and still never ceases to amaze me. Crossfit, bridge running, fishing, snorkeling and paddle boarding are my favorite ways to take advantage of the nearly perfect year round weather. I work hard to make sure my clients are informed of all their options before purchasing a home. Let me use my Keys expertise to make your Keys dreams a reality! Servicing the Upper Keys Marketplace.
Gabriel “Gabe” Alland, Realtor gabriel.alland@remax.net
(305) 502-6054
Born in Manhattan, New York I later moved to Florida's southwest coast where I spent my childhood and young adult life. My passion for the Key's life began as a young man during a summer on Big Pine Key, where my love of scuba diving & environmental awareness were awakened. I enjoy year round spearfishing, teaching scuba diving, kayaking, stand-up paddle-boarding, as well as running and yoga. I've attended the University of West Florida in Pensacola and the Commercial Diving Academy in Jacksonville. After becoming a specialist in ship propulsion repairs, my work soon included global travel providing the opportunity to visit and discover water venues around the world. I live in Marathon as a Realtor and part-time PADI Scuba Diving Instructor. My time spent abroad and locally provides insightful comprehensive knowledge to clients which coupled with honest, focused and consistent attention to details further assures a positive real estate venture.
Alexandra “Ally” Kelley, Realtor akelley@remax.net
(727) 459-0493
My name is Ally Kelley and I was born and raised in St. Petersburg, Florida. I moved to The Florida Keys to focus on Real Estate and enjoy the island lifestyle. I graduated from the University of South Florida with a B.S. in Communication Sciences and Disorders. I learned to focus my hard work and determination on my grades while still participating in all of the leadership groups I belonged to. I’ve also worked in the hospitality industry for the past 7 years. It is without question that the needs of my clients always come first and that communication is key. I believe that work paired with enjoyment leads to a well-balanced life. I enjoy being active in the community as well running, biking, boating and going to the beach. I am here to represent you for the smoothest transaction possible. Please give me a call so we can begin this adventure together!
Jacynthe “Jass” Tremblay, Realtor jtremblay@remax.net
(305) 304-7508
My name is Jacynthe Tremblay but most people know me has “Jass”. Originally from Quebec City, I came to Marathon in 2003 and became a citizen in 2014. I am a driven person and work hard to better myself and achieve my goals. When I first came, I didn’t speak any English and 12 years later decided to start a career in Real Estate. I enjoy the lifestyle here in the Keys and feel very blessed not only to be part of such a great community but also be able to have find a career that has become a passion. Being from Canada, I already knew RE/MAX and their Success. It is with pleasure that I joined this winning team hoping that my hard working abilities paired with my attention for details, honesty and my continuous smile will be an asset for this fast growing brokerage that I now call Family. I do not take short cuts, only the best is what I offer. Make the right decision and call me today!
Nicholas “Nick” Frankel, Realtor nickfrankel@remax.net
(617) 413-1888
My name is Nick Frankel and growing up in the Florida Keys was an amazing experience. Living by the ocean in the Keys’ comfortable climate has allowed me to pursue an active and unique lifestyle. It’s easy to go fishing, diving, spearfishing, waterskiing, boating, or biking practically any day of the year. The city of Boston was my home for nine years before I returned to the sunshine state to attend the University of South Florida in Tampa, where I graduated with a baccalaureate in political science. Now as a US Merchant Marine and licensed Realtor I am able to use my local knowledge and expertise of the area and surrounding waters to provide others with the best real estate experience possible. I enjoy working with people and educating them to all the different areas of the Keys, there are no two areas alike. Give me a call to find your perfect place.