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UPPER KEYS WEEKLY / JULY 22, 2016

LOCAL CHATTER

UPPER KEYS WEEKLY / JULY 22, 2016 GABRIEL SANCHEZ

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Lobster mini season is upon us. Prepare for busy waters, full coolers, bustling boat ramps, and tasty “bugs.” This year, mini-season begins at 12:01 a.m. on July 27 and runs through July 28. (The final Wednesday and Thursday of the month, as always). Once bug hunters snag a bag full, it’s back to the dock, then the kitchen to cook. Because lobster can be served in so many delicious ways, the Weekly had to ask locals…

How do you like your lobster?

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“Anything with lobster I love,” said Carolanne Thatcher. “I like it either fried or grilled in my lobster mac & cheese.”

“My mother’s way — the recipe was passed down from her Italian grandfather. You have to shave off the membrane to release the taste of the meat,” said Jennifer Healey.

Matt Silton of Islamorada said, “My favorite has to be a lobster roll sandwich.”

Mike Offerman, dock master at Florida National High Adventure Sea Base, has two favorites. “Grilled, with butter and a side of rice. It’s also good as a ceviche,” he said.

“I like mine microwaved in butter with a juicy steak and a Caesar salad,” said Molly Griffeth.

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NEWS

UPPER KEYS WEEKLY / JULY 22, 2016

Children’s Center re-certified

Florida Keys Children Center Residential Program Coordinator Mark Olshansky, left, CEO Ben Kemmer, and Chief Financial Officer Dave Bley announced the agency’s reaccreditation through the New York-based Council on Accreditation. Since 1989, FKCS has provided a critical safety net for more than 23,500 children and families in crisis.

Services include emergency shelter for abused or neglected children, temporary respite for children struggling with family issues, assistance to homeless and runaway youth, and communitybased counseling. Florida Keys Children Shelter offers both 24-hour crisis intervention services and shelter care 365 days a year. Families and children are never charged.

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COUNTY SETS TAX RATE

Millage rate of 3.5244 proposed for FY 2017

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he Monroe County Board of County Commissioners on Monday certified an aggregate millage rate of 3.5244 – expected to be the lowest in the state of Florida – for its proposed $457 million budget for Fiscal Year 2017.

This rate is 5.4 percent less than last year’s rate, resulting in about $60 less in property taxes for a home with a taxable property value of $300,000. This rate also is .08 percent below rollback (meaning the rate is generating less total revenue for the County than last fiscal year).

The certified millage rate will go on the Truth in Millage (TRIM) notices that will be sent to property owners over the summer. The final part of the process occurs in September, with the first public hearing Sept. 6 in Key Largo (to adopt a tentative millage rate and budget); a special budget meeting Sept. 8 in Marathon for BOCC

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Monroe County Budget Director Tina Boan speaks at the BOCC budget hearing with County Administrator Roman Gastesi (center) and Medical Examiner Dr. Thomas Beaver next to her at the Harvey Government Center in Key West.

discussion; and a final public hearing Sept. 12 in Key West (to adopt the final millage rate and budget). The millage rate cannot go up after these meetings, but it can go down.

During Monday’s special budget meeting held at the Harvey Government Center in Key West, Monroe County Mayor Heather Carruthers instructed County staff to look for any cuts to the proposed budget.

“I just want to make sure that we are continuing to apply the kind of fiscal discipline today that we’ve applied during the recession, the downturn in the economy,” she said. “We, as an organization, should continue to look for efficiencies and savings.”

Commissioner Danny Kolhage agreed, saying: “Sometimes we have a mentality that just because we are at rollback, that we can sort of gloss over [the budget]. We still have the responsibility that even though we are at rollback or a little below, to very carefully scrutinize this and look at areas we can be more efficient and as cost effective as we can without it too negatively affecting our service.”

In the proposed budget, Monroe County’s general government expenses (administrative costs) make up only 12.72 percent. This is the fourth lowest of the 67 counties in the state. Only Bay, Franklin and Baker counties have a lower percentage.

“We have worked hard over the past few years to streamline our operation to both cut costs and improve efficiency,” Monroe County Administrator Roman Gastesi said. “We eliminated eight senior executive positions and gave our department heads more responsibility. This has worked well.”

The 673-page proposed budget, which includes $133 million for Capital and $324 million for Operating, is available on the County website in the archive center.

— Contributed

LETTER TO THE EDITOR

UPPER KEYS WEEKLY / JULY 22, 2016 LETTER TO THE EDITOR

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BRIEFLY Summer Jam set for July 23

Biscayne errors Biscayne National Park and its managers failed to earn the public’s trust in the development of a highly manipulated General Management Plan (GMP) worthy of an investigation by the Inspector General’s office. The plan was so misleading, Rep. Carlos Curbelo was granted a House Natural Resources Committee Field Hearing in August of 2015 in Homestead to address it.

Park officials failed to produce any credible evidence to support their proposed actions and were severely chastised by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission and industry for out of date and misapplied science; catch/effort studies that insulted one’s intelligence; failure to abide by memorandums of understanding; and downplaying the impacts of a proposed closure certain to wreak economic havoc on small businesses and generations of commercial fishermen in South Florida and the Upper Keys.

This prompted Rep. Ileana Ros-Lehtinen to sponsor legislation (HR-3310) preventing large-scale closures without appropriate scrutiny and approval of state jurisdictional agencies. That legislation has passed the House and Senators Bill Nelson and Marco Rubio have now introduced the Senate version (S-3099).

The park does not have a fisheries problem. Key indicator species of snapper and grouper have all been formally assessed within the past five years and all have been rated good to excellent. The biggest impact to corals continues to be climactic change and diver interactions similar to what is happening in the Florida Keys

National Marine Sanctuary. Despite a proven correlation between coral damage and the number of mooring buoys in a given area, the park plan would increase diver activity by increasing the number of mooring buoys in the proposed closed area.

We need to rethink our priorities and take steps to address and correct the following: The continued dumping of billions of gallons of hot, super-saline, highly radiated water into nearshore waters by the Turkey Point Nuclear Power Plant; repeated sewage failures in Miami/ Dade dumping hundreds of millions of gallons of raw sewage into Biscayne Bay; increasing law enforcement to prevent poaching and trap molestation, enforcing fishing regulations and diving activity. (There are three park service, on-the-water, law enforcement officers for all 173,000 acres bordering the eighth largest metropolitan area in the U.S.) Therefore, we fully endorse the legislative actions taken by Representatives Ros-Lehtinen and Curbelo and Senators Nelson and Rubio for the benefit of all South Floridians and the millions of visitors annually to Biscayne National Park.

Capt. Bill Kelly, Executive Director Florida Keys Commercial Fishermen's Association

The seventh annual Summer Jam, a benefit for Wesley House, will take place on Saturday, July 23 from 6 to 9 p.m. at Sunset Grille & Raw Bar in Marathon. The reggae beach party, as it’s billed, will feature the music of Island Vibes. The $5 donation at the door includes three raffle tickets, and children under 18 are free.

Music for MARC Concert for Disabilities The sixth annual Music for M.A.R.C concert benefitting Monroe County residents with developmental disabilities is set for Saturday, July 23 from 2 to 6 p.m. The event will be held at the Island Grill at Mandalay and admission is free. Every $10 donation is a chance to win a custom stand up paddleboard wrapped in a custom Pasta Pantaleo original. Paddleboard tickets are on sale — $10 each or 3 for $25. For information, contact Corinne Triviski at 305-432-8484.

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BUSINESS

UPPER KEYS WEEKLY / JULY 22, 2016

Sunspire Health executives and members of the Key Largo Chamber gather to unveil its new office in Key Largo.

SOBRIETY IN THE KEYS

Below: Dawn DeBrule from Upper Keys Marine Construction, left, Bobby Wallace and Bret Wolf from Reef Tropical Pools and Sunspire Health’s Stacey Ellsworth gather during last week’s open house event.

New facility aids those with addiction and mental healthcare disorders THERESA JAVA

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unspire Health, a new addiction treatment program, has opened in Key Largo offering both in-patient residential and out-patient treatment. It’s one of 10 Sunspire treatment facilities nationwide. The for-profit organization provides clinical care and out-patient counseling services and will be available five days a week by this fall. The residential treatment setting is a home with high-end, “resort-like” amenities and the private location promises a pool, tennis and a yoga studio.

Sunspire Health’s ribbon cutting hosted its open house and ribbon-cutting event July 14. It’s the tall green building across from the Key Largo Park, formerly the Atkins Engineering Building.

The company’s website touts the facility as strategically located “to address the growing need for treatment in Florida and the surrounding region.”​ Director of Marketing and Communications Tamara Zachary said, “We are excited to be here and incredibly proud of the work that we do in Monroe County and specifically, Key Largo.”

Michael Gillis, the chief clinical officer, had been planning this event for a long time. “I began scouting out the location three years ago and I fell in love with Key Largo and this place specifically,” said Gillis.

“Just make a simple phone call and have a friendly conversation.”

—Zina Rodriguez, on beginning addiction treatment

Gillis went on, ‘Location, location, location –­ Key Largo is centrally located to both the mainland and the Keys; that’s important for professionals and patients.” Currently, Sunspire Health has 20 full-time staffers including a full-time nurse and three full-time clinicians.

“Everyone’s treatment is individualized and therapy is cuttingedge and university-taught,’ said Gillis. Gillis has 27 years experience in the mental health care field and he himself is a social worker.

According to a company press release, drug addiction in Florida has seen skyrocketing. A reported 24 million Americans suffer from drugs or alcohol addiction nationwide, but only 10 percent seek treatment.

Zina Rodriquez, director of operations, said she sees a lot of alcohol abuse here in the Keys. “Alcohol and alcohol-related injuries are double in the Keys compared to anywhere else in Florida.

When polled, 25 percent of locals consider themselves binge drinkers.”

Rodriguez, said the clinic already has three patients enrolled in the Key Largo Sunspire program, all from out of state.

Sunspire Health is located at 228 Atlantic Ave. in Key Largo.

The phone number for admission information is 305-602-8557.

COMMUNITY NEWS

UPPER KEYS WEEKLY / JULY 22, 2016

SAVE THE DATE Friday, July 22 • DAN seminar on diver safety during lobster mini season at 6:30 p.m. at Coral Restoration Foundation, Key Largo.

Saturday, July 23 • Special Olympics Monroe County Swim Games from 8 to 11 a.m. at FKCC Pool, Stock Island.

• Music for M.A.R.C. from 2 to 6 p.m. at the Island Grill at Mandalay, Upper Keys.

• Summer Jam reggae concert to benefit Wesley House at 6 p.m. at Sunset Grille, Marathon.

Monday, July 25 • Free Hazard Water Operation and Emergency Response class at Key Largo library.

• Crossfit for kids at 10:30 a.m. at the Key Largo library.

• DAN seminar on diver safety during lobster mini season at 3 p.m. at Murray Nelson Center, Key Largo.

Wednesday, July 27 • Free movie at 2:30 p.m. at the Key Largo library.

• Fall enrollment seminar at 6 p.m. at Upper Keys FKCC campus.

• Free outdoor movie at 8 p.m. at the Cheeca Lodge & Spa, Islamorada.

Monday, Aug. 1 • Citizens Property Insurance meeting from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Holly Rashein’s office in Key Largo.

Aug. 5-7 • Florida free sales tax weekend for school supplies.

Friday, Aug. 5 • Youth Sailing Club at 8:30 a.m at Upper Keys Sailing Club, Key Largo.

Saturday, Aug. 13 • First Annual Florida Keys Poker Paddle at 9 a.m. at Post Card Inn Beach Resort, Islamorada.

• Get your dates to sara@keysweekly. com or kristen@keysweekly.com. •

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Cry for help Dr. Stephen Davis explains how the historic flow of water south from Lake Okeechobee has been diverted east and west (where blue algae blooms are plaguing both coasts) and the lack of flow is causing hypersaline conditions in Florida Bay, the Keys’ backdoor.

SARA MATTHIS

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n July 21, Monroe County passed it’s Everglades Restoration resolution, a plea to move as quickly as possible to increase water flow to the Florida Bay which is experiencing hyper-salinity. Those conditions have lead to a 50,000-acre seagrass die off and experts warn that an algae bloom, similar to that in the late 1980s, is imminent.

The county’s move comes almost a month after the Islamorada Village of Islands passed a similar Everglades Restoration resolution, although the Upper Keys document is much more specific in its call for action.

There are two acronyms on the lips of all locals — CERP and CEPP. CERP is the Comprehensive Everglades Restoration Plan passed in 2000 and is comprised of 68 specific projects to restore the historically correct watershed that flows south from Lake Okeechobee. However, in a 2014 review it was noted that only eight projects had been authorized and construction initiated on only four. The CEPP, Central Everglades Planning Project, is a component of CERP and provides an expedited plan to restore water flow in the Everglades. CEPP calls for water storage that would require land acquisition and deals primarily with the quantity and quality of the water distribution.

Earlier this week, Dr. Stephen Davis of the Everglades Foundation addressed a group of Marathon businessmen and women. The Everglades Foundation is a 21-year-old nonprofit established during the late ’80s during the previous seagrass die off, comprised of scientists and lobbyists.

“During the last die off, the Florida Bay experienced two decades of algae blooms,” he said.

“We were just beginning to recover when the drought of last summer put the entire problem in motion again. We anticipate a large-scale algae bloom in Florida Bay.” Marathon is also working on a resolution to issue to state and federal authorities. On July 12, Islamorada Village Mayor Mike Forster addressed the council about the need for action.

Marathon City Manager Chuck Lindsey said the entire council is committed to persuading the pertinent agencies to move as quickly as possible on projects that can alleviate the hypersalinity. Staff is currently drafting a resolution expected for the council’s review on Aug. 9.

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Vogel visits State Attorney Catherine Vogel hosted a campaign party for her re-election bid at Casa Mar Village in Tavernier earlier this week. Beverages and light hors d’oeuvres were served at the informal gathering. The turnout THERESA JAVA/Keys Weekly 1. Catherine Vogel, center, gathers with her supporters during her campaign party July 18. She's seeking re-election as State Attorney.

2. Dewey Jackson, U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla, and Assistant State Attorney Demetrios Efstatiou welcome Catherine Vogel supporters to her campaign party.

3. Former Monroe County State Attorney Mark Kohl and Sue Peace rally support for Catherine Vogel.

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was evidence of her support in the Upper Keys. “I have fabulous support in the Upper Keys, I’m fortunate. We have a great office, and the lowest turnover rate in the State of Florida,” Vogel said.

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ENTERTAINMENT

UPPER KEYS WEEKLY / JULY 22, 2016

LIVE MUSIC SNAPPER’S Lung – Saturday, July 23 Snappers Reggae Sunday – Sunday, July 24 Steve Vinini – Monday, July 25 Billy Davidson – Tuesday, July 26 The Dana Collins Band – Wednesday, July 27 Dwayne McGregor – Thursday, July 28 Dwayne McGregor – Friday, July 29 Dwayne McGregor – Saturday, July 30 Snappers Reggae Sunday – Sunday, July 31 GILBERT’S Bombshell – Friday, July 22 Chain Reaction – Saturday, July 23 The Regs– Sunday, July 24 Kevin Hurley – Tuesday, July 26 Bobbe Brown – Wednesday, July 27 DJ Reggae Ronnie – Thursday, July 28 Baga Tricks– Friday, July 29 Shane Duncan Band– Saturday, July 30 Eclipse – Sunday, July 31

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Caribbean heat is only beat with an ice cold Cuba libre. Yansel Flores would know.

GABRIEL SANCHEZ

gabriel@keysweekly.com

Habanos

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here’s plenty our Caribbean neighbor, Cuba, has to offer. Yansel Flores, of Habanos Oceanfront restaurant, would know; he’s from Varadero, a resort town in the Province of Matanzas. And while his Mojito is perfected, it’s his Cuba Libre that steals the show. Yansel makes his with light rum, Coke, a squeeze of lemon, and garnishes it with a lime. “The light rum is important for the taste,” said Yansel.

Since his move from Cuba four years ago, Yansel has been busy mastering his mixology and working hard. “Vacationing to Canada to see family is the only time I really take off,” said Yansel.

Eventually, he’d like to move to Calgary to be closer to them, but admits he enjoys living around the friendly locals. He sometimes misses watching Matanza’s baseball team, the Cocodrilos, but he’s excited about the Miami Dolphins’ chances next season.

Cool off with a Cuba Libre at Habanos Oceanfront located next to the Caloosa Cove Marking, at MM 73 in Islamorada.

Hours are 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Tuesday through Sunday. Call 305-515-6313.

Steve Venini has spent 35 years in the Keys making music and fishing.

Still standing: Steve Venini THERESA JAVA www.keysweekly.com

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teve Venini started his musical career about 40 years ago as a blues harmonica player back in Oregon. He smiles when he recalls the ’70s — traveling across Washington, California and Idaho. “Basically the whole Northwest,” said

Venini.

By 1980, Venini had landed in Key Largo.

“Once I hit the flats with a fishing pole in my hand, I was done.

I knew I had to stay and try to make a career down here. And so far, it’s worked out,” said Venini. Back in the day, he played at Jay’s, which is now Woody’s, when Gary Ellis owned it.

Venini said he is living proof that it’s possible to earn a living as a musician in the Keys. He also said it’s an extremely supportive music community, always willing to help one another.

“It’s been an honor to be a part of them,” Venini said.

At his Monday night gig at Snapper’s, after he cooed out Van Morrison’s “Into the Mystic,” Jessica Simmons of Key Largo voiced her appreciation. “He’s really talented and he’s been around here for so long, he knows everyone,” she said.

Venini also has a three-piece band with guitarist Chris Lute and drummer Luke Ptomey. According to Venini, “Chris is by far, hands-down’ the best guitarist up and down the Keys and Luke is super talented, you can’t find better than him.”

As of late, Venini has taken more of an interest in production.

His fourth studio album, “Still Standing” is due out by end of year.

It’s being produced by Jessie Miller at Sessions Recording Studio and mastered by Dave Feder.

Steve’s albums ‘Stone Soup Sessions,” “Now and Never,” and “Pamela Street’ are available for download through iTunes and Amazon. He plays on Mondays at Snapper’s, Thursdays at Bayside Grille and Fridays at Sharkey’s Pub and Galley.

SKIPPER’S DOCKSIDE Lee Sharp – Mondays, Saturdays Bob Bonnen – Tuesdays Ronnie Molyneaux – Wednesdays Scott Youngburg − Thursdays Bobbe Brown – Fridays Reggie Paul – Sundays LORELEI’S CABANA BAR AND RESTAURANT The Dana Collins Band – Friday, July 22 Static Band – Saturday, July 23 John Bartus – Sunday, July 24 Daft Like Jack – Monday, July 25 Dennis Holmes – Tuesday, July 26 Webb & Davidson – Wednesday, July 27 Webb & Davidson – Thursday, July 28 The Cat Daddies – Friday, July 29 Brothers of Others – Saturday, July 30 Webb & Davidson – Sunday, July 31 ISLAMORADA FISH COMPANY Jeanette Conklin – Friday, July 22 Jeanette Conklin – Saturday, July 23 Reggie Paul – Sunday, July 24 Lung – Wednesday, July 27 Kenny Channels – Thursday, July 28 Jeanette Conklin – Friday, July 29 Kenny Channels – Saturday, July 30 Jeanette Conklin – Saturday, July 30 Reggie Paul – Sunday, July 31 ZANE GREY Jay Cox – Friday, July 22 Scott Youngberg – Saturday, July 23

KEYS SPORT

UPPER KEYS WEEKLY / JULY 22, 2016

SAFETY FIRST

On average, two will die during Florida’s lobster sport season SARA MATTHIS

sara@keysweekly.com

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ivers Alert Network (DAN) will offer a series of presentations addressing lobster mini-season and risks associated with this two-day event. The series will start one week prior to this year’s mini season throughout the Keys and South Florida.

Dr. Peter Buzzacott, director of Injury Monitoring and Prevention at DAN, and staff have developed a presentation that includes a review of accidents, identifies common hazards and tips for how to avoid them.

Buzzacott, a native of Western Australia, said the opening of that lobster season bears many similarities to the Keys.

“We have the same issues with recreational divers the first few days of season. It’s madness as people go after their limit,” he said.

The seminars will offer practical information, Buzzacott said.

“I have tips to reduce the cardiac work load while diving. For example, from a small boat I suggest heading down the anchor line and swimming forward into a slight current, rather than swimming willy-nilly everywhere,” he said.

DAN has partnered with many As the largest two-day recreKeys locals to bring this series of ational diving event in the world, educational seminars to fruition the Florida mini-season draws including the Fish and Wildlife thousands of divers to the area — Commission, the Coral Restoration between 30,000 and 50,000 each Foundation and the History of Divyear. On average, about two people ing Museum. die every year during sport season “I spent some time at the DAN in the Keys. booth during a dive conference last “It doesn’t happen every year, year in Orlando, talking about the and not every accident is dive reneed for this type of education,” lated. Some accidents happen due said Lisa Mongelia, executive directo the interaction of boats,” said tor of the Diving Museum. “They Thomas R. Matthews, a researcher immediately jumped on the bandwith the FWC. “We need divers to wagon. It was a catalyst to start this remember ‘safety first, and catching program that will go up and down lobster second.’”

South Florida and get the word out about safety.”

DAN seminar schedule Mongelia said the message • Thursday, July 20: History of Diving needs repeating as often as posMuseum at 7 p.m. in Islamorada. sible.

• Friday, July 22: Coral Restoration “We need to keep bringing it Foundation at 6:30 p.m. in Key Largo. back up to the surface again and • Monday, July 25: Murray Nelson Cenagain,” she said. ter at 3 p.m. in Key Largo.

• Tuesday, July 26: Bahia Honda State Park at 10 a.m. in the Lower Keys.

• Tuesday, July 26: Eco-Discover Center at 3 p.m. in Key West.

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WEEKLY INTERVIEW

UPPER KEYS WEEKLY / JULY 22, 2016

THERESA JAVA www.keysweekly.com

Super-Organizer

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imberly Glenn has been married to Keys musician Luke Sommer Glenn for 18 years. The duo is well-know and widely-embraced by the community and they certainly do reciprocate the love. When there is a community benefit, Kim is the go-to contact for help. She organizes the whole gig from entertainment to food and every minute detail in between. She has stepped up to the plate to organize and orchestrate more than a dozen benefits for various Keys residents in need without asking for anything in return.

“She does a good job, she gets the word out and draws a big crowd,” said Paige Prouty, a bartender at the Caribbean Club where the benefits are usually held. “She’s great at organizing these events.”

What’s your motivation?

I like to help people. Luke and I love our community and I'm really good at throwing a kick-a$$ party.

How did you first get involved in the community?

The first one was at Hog Heaven to aid Hurricane Katrina victims.

At the time, the Key Largo Fire Department volunteers were driving up to New Orleans to help. I helped raise money and gather supplies — anything from a toothbrush to a pair of boots.

What was the first thing you thought about this morning?

I probably started thinking about weddings. My best friend Holly got engaged a few days ago and asked me to be the maid-of-honor. Since then, I’ve been totally consumed with planning it. I’m so excited.

What did you do before you moved down to the Keys?

Luke and I were living in Titusville and coming down here on the weekends. Luke had a gig at Holiday Isle and finally someone said to us, "Why don't you just sell your house and move down here?" And that was that, our

Questions with

KIMBERLY ANN GLENN house sold in one day. Originally, we moved to Islamorada for four years, and now we're in Key Largo — a total of 16 years.

When did you last sing to yourself?

I sing to myself all the time, constantly.

I’m married to a musician, I sing all day long.

Where are most of these benefits held?

They are all held at the Caribbean Club in Key Largo on Sundays. Always on Sunday. The Club sometimes raises their drink prices by a quarter to donate to the cause.

What is your favorite drink?

Cabernet if I'm at home, or Stolichnaya and Sprite if I'm out.

Which one has been the best so far?

That's a hard question, but I'd have to say Dale Henderson's. He was diagnosed with throat cancer but he's made it though and he's still with us.

In fact, he's thriving and has a new appreciation for life and he is in a much better place.

Who are some of your favorite people here in the Keys?

I'd have to say Jimmy Hawkins. Actually, the whole Hawkins family. I miss Debbie, she passed away last year.

They are all really good people.

What's your favorite food?

Anything Italian, I'm Italian. My world revolves around food. More specifically? Eggplant parmesan.

What's your favorite dish to cook?

My meat sauce, it's an old family recipe and it takes 10 hours on the stove.

What is your proudest accomplishment?

I was an aviation or jet mechanic in the U.S. Navy for 10 years and two years on Reserve. From 1983 to 1993, I was one of the only female mechanics, which made me more driven to be qualified. But mostly, I am proud of having served my country.

What’s your go-to outfit?

Sarongs, I can tie them 1,000 different ways. I learned that while being based in Hawaii.

Who is your role model?

It would have to be my mother-in-law.

I've become a better person by just knowing her.

Do you like the Beatles or the Rolling Stones?

The Beatles! Come on, that's an easy one!

What are your top three albums?

Any Lynyrd Skynyrd album, a Boston album and a Tom Petty record.

What’s your favorite thing to do?

I'm a water baby. I'm usually on or in the water. I swam competitively from the age of five to about 16.

Do you have any pets?

T-bone. Everyone knows T-bone. He's a six-year old Boxador (Boxer and Labrador mix). He's the most mildmannered, loving dog. We got so lucky with him.

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SEEN AROUND TOWN

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amp Director Monica Woll spent three weeks on the water this summer with a variety of campers learning to paddle — both teens and kids. The first day is about learning technique, then it’s back-to-back excursions to places like Indian Key. “Paddling is the hook,” she said, “but I also teach them about flora and fauna. I want them to be observant. It’s really a nature camp.”

Woll said most of her campers are locals, but the vast majority are repeats who attend year after year.

This year, Florida Keys Outfitters was able to offer seven scholarships thanks to a grant from Paddle Nation, administered by the Florida Paddling Trails Association. The grant, plus matching money from volunteer-hearted members, made the camp possible for a total of 42 kids statewide. This is the 12th year Florida Keys Outfitters has offered the special camp for paddlers.

—Weekly Staff report

UPPER KEYS WEEKLY / JULY 22, 2016

PADDLE CAMP

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Florida Bay Outfitters finishes 12th year

1. ‘Nature Nate’ of Key Largo, left, and Sebastian of Chicago cruise past.

Sebastian was a teen counselor this year.

2. A group of campers are ready to set out for Indian Key (background) with Camp Director Monica Woll, far right.

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3. Ashley of Key Largo demonstrates how to rescue a swimmer with a kayak.

4. Juliana, a New Jersey native, examines a Bahama sea star.

We will be serving free food and drinks.

CHI SCHOOL PHYSICAL DAY LOCATIONS Marathon Health Center 2855 Overseas Highway, Marathon Mile Marker 48.5 (305) 743-4000

Tavernier Health Center 91200 Overseas Highway, #17, Tavernier Tavernier Towne Shopping Center (305) 743-0383

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Snappers Oceanfront Restaurant & Bar 139 Seaside Avenue, MM 94.5, Key Largo • (305) 852-5956 • www.SnappersKeyLargo.com SNAPPERS OCEANFRONT RESTAURANT offers quality dining with a Florida Keys feel at moderate prices in a casual atmosphere. Both locals and visitors alike are treated to a truly enjoyable Keys experience when visiting Snappers. Open daily from 11am, Sunday Brunch 10am.

OCEANFRONT • DAILY CHEF’S SPECIALS • LIVE MUSIC

OCEANFRONT

FOR SALE BY OWNER GREAT INVESTMENT PROPERTY (18) 1 or 2 bedroom apartments with building rights, plus US1 retail Space. All Zoned MU.

Like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter for important announcements like water outages and precautionary water boils.

(305) 360-7667

Tap Water, The BEST Drink in Town!

Find out more: FKAA.com or 305-296-2454

Let’s Get Together to Build a Better Future

Community Foundation of the Florida Keys

Grant Info Session and Meet & Greet Thursday, August 11th from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m.

Florida Keys History & Discovery Center 82100 Overseas Highway in Islamorada The Community Foundation of the Florida Keys (CFFK) wants to learn more about our friends in the Middle and Upper Keys and we want you to get to know us better. Please join us for an informal ‘Grant Info Session and Meet & Greet’ to see how we can work together to build a better future for our incredible Keys community.

Complimentary hors d’ouevres, water and soda.

Cash bar available. RSVP by August 5th to mbhurd@cffk.org or call 305.292.1502.

www.cffk.org

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RAW BAR

Fresh Shucked Oysters Peel And Eat Shrimp Chilled 1/2 Maine Lobster FRESH SHUCKED GRILLED OYSTERS

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HAPPY HOUR 4:20p – 6:30p Happy Hour Menu!

Regular Menu & Raw Bar!

Come check out our New Menu!

Tues: $6 Tito’s Tinis Wed: is Ladies Night Wine-O Wednesday $6/glass Fondue Mania $12 per person Thur: $6 Tequila Madness Fri: EVERCHANGING Beer Special Sat: $6 glass/$28 pitcher red or white Sangria

Covering All The Keys From Key Largo To Key West

Open 4:20 – Midnight Tues – Sat • MM 22.5 Oceanside Cudjoe Key • 305-745-8880 www.mynewjoint420lounge.com.com

Upper Keys Weekly 91831 O/S Hwy, Ste 3 Tavernier, FL 33070 305.743.0844

Marathon Weekly 9709 O/S Hwy Marathon, FL 33050 305.743.0844

Key West Weekly 5450 MacDonald Ave, Ste 5 Key West, FL 33040 305.453.6928

OPEN MONDAY, JULY 25TH FOR MINI-SEASON Winner of the Lower Keys and Key West People’s Choice Awards 2015 for Best Seafood Second Annual

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Serving innovative fresh local seafood, sumptuous steaks, house grown greens, magical desserts and our Daily LUNCH Blue Plate Special $10 Lunch 11:00-2:30 • Dinner 5:00-10:00 Closed on Sundays and Mondays until January Ranked #1 Restaurant in the Florida Keys on MM 22.5 Oceanside, Cudjoe Key • 305-745-8880

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Get your feed on SMART TONGS Don’t burn the meat — sit back, crack a beer and wait for your BBQ tongs to talk. The tongs are programmable (enter type of protein and desired temperature) and take the guess work out of the grill. When the meat is ready, the device will beep, flash, and all but scream at you in your lounge chair. Tongs feature automatic shutoff and optional manual mode. Dishwasher safe. $50 @ Sharper Image

GET SPICY Try something different with the unused spices in your cupboard. Floyd Cardoz, a top New York Chef, tells cooks how to amplify the flavors in more than 100 recipes by just adding spices.

The secrets are published in his book “Flavorwalla.” Mustard Seed?

Fennel? Standout recipes include grilled lamb shanks with salsa verde; shrimp with spicy tomato sauce; and tamarind margaritas, of course. $14.55 @ Amazon

EAT YOUR DRINKING CUP Loliware’s 100-percent biodegr(edible) cups are a super eco-friendly and cool way to drink on the beach or boat. Put your drinks, snacks or even desserts in the special cups, and finish by eating the cup (or composting it). The cups are made from seaweed and feature organic sweeteners. The cups come in five flavors — tart cherry to vanilla bean. Right now the cups are on backorder (lots of media attention, including us). $140 (48 cups) @ loliware.com

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UPPER KEYS WEEKLY / JULY 22, 2016

YOUR LOBSTER SEASON HEADQUARTERS! EXTENDED HOURS FOR MINI-SEASON! TUESDAY, 7/27: 9 AM - 11 PM WEDNESDAY, 7/28: 8 AM - 9 PM

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SEEN AROUND TOWN

UPPER KEYS WEEKLY / JULY 22, 2016

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2. Musicians from all musical backgrounds add their flare to the Tuesday night jam, be it ripping guitar or funky jazz keys.

3. The Safari Lounge’s Jam Night has been a reoccurring party for years.

4. Eric Porteous (bassist), left, Steven Miller (guitarist), Pasta Pantaleo (drummer), Billy Bob Mackenzie (drummer), and Harry Teaford (bassist) pose for their first unofficial album cover.

Miller’s ‘ax’ has accompanied him on many tours

SAFARI JAM

Locals’ spot brings out musicians

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Tuesday Jam Night at the Safari Lounge could match the energy of a big concert venue any given day. The Coral Rock Jam Band, consisting of Billy Bob Mackenzie, Steven Miller, and Harry Teaford, lead the Jam and encourage newcomers to attend and participate. In addition to the good music, there’s some behindthe-scene improvements. “We expect to be done with renovations and have the kitchen open by Labor Day,” said manager David Ramia (also known as OV Dave). Experience Jam Night every Tuesday at 7 p.m. at the Safari Lounge located at MM 73.

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CSHS STUDENT OF THE WEEK

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Faculty and students at Coral Shores High School chose a Weekly Student by selecting candidates with good character, achievements and involvement. These students stand out amongst their peers and are recognized by the Weekly Newspapers.

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

Environmental Club, because helping the environment is important; Sailing Club, I love to sail and it’s my passion; SWAT, smoking is not healthy and I enjoy helping people make the right decisions; and Spanish Club, it’s my culture Who has been your biggest inspiration at CSHS and why?

Ms. Kelley, because she inspires me to express myself in an artistic way.

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

AP Language and Composition, because it has helped me develop a sophisticated vocabulary.

Do you tweet? Who do you follow on Twitter?

Yes, my friends!

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

Pollution is a problem. I would organize a beach cleanup.

What are your plans after high school?

I plan to go to college.

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

No, because I want to live somewhere out of my comfort zone.

Finish this sentence: Living in the Keys has taught me… … to be grateful.

BRIANNA WILSON JUNIOR Page 19 • Upper Keys Weekly • April 00, 2016

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UPPER KEYS WEEKLY / JULY 22, 2016

CLASSIFIEDS * 305.743.0844

4 premier properties, 4 distinct styles — Find the perfect fit for you

JOIN OUR TEAM TODAY! We are hiring for several positions in the following areas:

FOOD & BEVERAGE • GUEST SERVICES BEACH SERVICES • RETAIL • SALES ACCOUNTING • ENGINEERING • MARINA APPLY IN PERSON AT POSTCARD INN 84001 Overseas Hwy, Islamorada • Mon-Fri 9am-5pm Questions: 305.433.9937 or recruitment@holidayisle.com

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

Secretary Diesel Mechanic Truck Helpers CDL Driver Applicants must apply in person to be considered.

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

4290 Overseas Hwy, Marathon

THEME: HEALTHY LIFESTYLE ACROSS 1. Hacienda brick 6. World’s oldest broadcasting company 9. Weary walk 13. For getting around, especially in city 14. Ostrich of Australia 15. Because of 16. It’s plucked to foretell love 17. Adam’s famous part 18. Modern day letter 19. *”No ____!”

21. *Mind/body/soul goal?

23. 7th letter of Greek alphabet 24. Eight bits 25. Experienced or consumed 28. ____-and-go-seek 30. Socrates’ concern 35. Toward the lee 37. *Body sufferings 39. Art class support 40. Cash cache 41. Passed out cards 43. A small island 44. Full of emotion, in slang 46. Alpine lift 47. Guitar forerunner 48. Not digital 50. Crude group 52. Sixth sense 53. Movie-____ 55. Anne Boleyn, a.k.a. ____ Bullen 57. *Calcium or magnesium 61. *Stress-related glands 65. Muse of love poetry 66. Cause annoyance 68. Prepare for winter takeoff 69. Red Cross supply 70. Bard’s “before” 71. Runs in neutral 72. Fungal spore sacs 73. Jack Kerouac’s Paradise 74. Deed hearings

DOWN 1. Current unit, pl.

2. Hold as a conviction 3. “The Simpsons” palindrome 4. Emergency pedal 5. Kind of fossil 6. Mountain in Germany 7. *Weight divided by height squared 8. Small secluded room 9. The largest of the small cats 10. *Meat quality 11. Like ear infection 12. Pineapple producer 15. “Get rid of” button 20. Water nymph 22. Had a meal 24. Verbally attack 25. *Type of yoga 26. Mork from Ork, e.g.

27. Major U.S. airline 29. *Selection of foods 31. Hard precipitation 32. Supplied equipment 33. Picts and Gauls 34. *Nightly necessity 36. Twelfth month of Jewish calendar 38. Prelude to a duel 42. Popular taste at a given time 45. Anti-Jewish riot 49. India’s smallest state 51. *Exercise of the heart 54. North Pole workers 56. Attention-seeking 57. Arizona city 58. Wraths 59. Narcotics agent 60. Evening purse 61. Skater’s jump 62. Cairo’s waterway 63. Maple, to a botanist 64. *____ stress 67. Baseball stat

Full & Part Time Positions.

Apply in Person.

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The Hammocks at Marathon

FULL TIME JOB OPPORTUNITIES $250 Sign-On Bonus!

• Maintenance/Handyman • Recreation Associate

GREAT BENEFITS:

Marina, Bar & Grill

NOW HIRING:

Dock Hand/ Cashier Full-Time Vacation Pay Health Insurance with NO COST to employee

Apply in Person: 1200 Oceanview Avenue (Off 15th Street)

Marathon (305) 743-5317

Medical, dental, and vision insurance, 4 weeks’ vacation, 401k match & much more.

TO APPLY:

Online: jobs.bluegreenvacations.com In Person at The Hammocks: 1688 Overseas Highway, Gulf Side, Mile Marker 48, Marathon Or Call Carlos 305-743-9009 eoe

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UPPER KEYS WEEKLY / JULY 22, 2016

• CLASSIFIEDS, PUBLIC & LEGAL NOTICES • 305.743.0844 AUTOS FOR SALE

AUTOS WANTED ALL YEARS! Junk or Used.

Cars - Vans - Trucks.

Running or Not. CASH 305-332-0483 EMPLOYMENT

KEY WEST KIA A Wellings Automotive Company 2826 North Roosevelt Blvd.

Key West, FL (305) 295-8646 www.KeyWestKia.com

WELLINGS AUTOMOTIVE 9200 Overseas Highway Marathon, FL (305) 509-7499 www.KeyWestKia.com

Call us and SAVE, SAVE, SAVE 2015 Jeep Cherokee Latitude Like new, low miles $16,490

2008 Ram Quad Cab Pickup Only 84,000 miles $13,990

2015 Chev Silverado 4dr Pickup Like new, low miles $28,990

2015 Kia Optima LX Low miles $15,290

2012 GMC Acadia 3rd row, clean truck $15,990

2014 Chev Impala Low miles, loaded $13,990

2015 Ram Quad Cab Pickup White, like new $26,990

2015 Ram 4dr Pickup With a Hemi $27,990

2007 Lincoln Town Car Loaded, clean car $6,995

2015 Dodge Journey SXT Third Row, 25,000 miles $17,990 Tax, tag and DOC fee not included in sale price.

KEY WEST KIA A Wellings Automotive Company 2826 North Roosevelt Blvd.

Key West, FL (305) 295-8646 www.KeyWestKia.com

WELLINGS AUTOMOTIVE 9200 Overseas Highway Marathon, FL (305) 509-7499 www.KeyWestKia.com

Call us and SAVE, SAVE, SAVE

Looking for independent worker.

Must have vehicle.

Great pay and training included.

Call 305-304-7995 MARATHON – P/T Program Attorney position for the Guardian ad Litem Program.

Must be a Florida bar member with good standing. Legal experience with children’s issues preferred. Send completed State of Florida Application and writing sample to GAL Program, P.O. Box 5796, Key West, Florida 33045 by COB, August 5, 2016. For accommodations because of disability contact 305-292-3485. EEO/ ADA/DFW employer.

Mechanic, P/T or F/T! SMALL ENGINES Some exp. helpful.

Long term employment for the right person. Islamorada.

(305) 852-0600 PARALEGAL/ADMIN. Assistant Fulltime Mon-Fri 8:30 - 5:30.

Benefit Pkg./401K. FL. Real Estate- Closing/ Processing Exp./Current & Familiar with TRID Rule. References required. Salary based upon exp. Previous applicants need not to apply. Apply to resume@firstintitle. com. EOE/DFW GRACE JONES DAYCARE. Teacher needed; 45 State Hrs, Professional-Caring individual. SummerSchool year. (305) 743-6064 Iris.

F/T HOUSEKEEPING and P/T FRONT DESK positions available for immediate hire.

Flexible schedule, hours vary. Please apply at Kingsail Motel, 7050 O/S Hwy, Marathon. Locals apply only. ***KEYS FISHERIES*** NOW HIRING In all positions for our 2016-17 Lobster Season. Apply in person at 3390 Gulfview Ave., Marathon. EOE/DFWP SCHOOL BUS DRIVERS NEEDED. Monroe County School District Salary range 15.50-$21.30 an hour.

DRIVERS WANTED in Key West, Sugarloaf, Marathon and Tavernier. No experience required.

Benefits. CDL Training Provided. $12/ hour starting wage

EMPLOYMENT

EMPLOYMENT

FISHING MISC.

LEGAL NOTICES

LEGAL NOTICES

working as a bus aide while training. Flexible part-time hours approx. 6-9 am and/ or 2-5 pm. Must be at least 21 years of age.

Have valid driver’s license. Pre employment drug screening, criminal background check and motor vehicle records checks.

Must pass a physical examination. Professional demeanor and appearance.

Call 305-293-1400 Ext 53401 for more information. Apply online at: www.keysschools. com The Porter Allen Co. Insurance Agent is looking for a experienced customer service rep. Licenced preferred 2-20 or 4-40 Florida 8-5 Mon - Fri, Salary position.

Please call 305-2942542 or fax 305-2960054. Ask for Elizabeth or David Full Time Driver/ Technician needed for Medical equipment store Mon-Fri 8:30-5:00 applicants must be responsible, task driven detailed minded and dependable, great people and communication skills is a must. Must have clean driving record. Send resume via fax to 888-5525128 or email Angie. mcskeys@gmail.com Servers & Bartenders Needed Full Time Please apply during business hours. Key Colony Inn, 700 W. Ocean Dr. Key Colony MARATHON - Diversified full time position Tuesday through Saturday 9 to 5 for an outgoing people person with solid Microsoft programs background and skills as well as a selfstarter. Middle Keys resident preferred.

Call Drenda 305-2896489 or email resume drenda@cbschmitt. com NEED HELP NOW! Leigh Ann’s Coffee House is hiring a Full-time Barista and full time Dishwasher.

Apply in person. 301 Sadowski Causeway, Key Colony Beach, MM 54, Ocean 305743-2001 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 Pay- Fun Atmosphere. Please Apply In Person. 8919 Overseas Hwy in Marathon Construction Foreman wanted. Needs Vehicle. Pay commensurate with experience.

Call 305-304-7995 NOW HIRING Lunch & Dinner Shifts, Full Time Only with Experience.

Apply in person, Grassy Key Outpost, MM 58 EXP. HELP ONLY needed for all positions. Apply in person Mon-Fri 10-11am @ Sunset Grille & Raw Bar Knights Key Blvd.

Marathon.

Housekeeper: Parttime and full-time work available.

Full-time bathhouse cleaner includes benefits. Part-time housekeeper. Apply in person at Big Pine Key Fishing Lodge 305-872-2351 CARE COORDINATOR - (FT) Marathon. Client advocate, track meds, document clinical services,. LPN or Med. Asst. exp desired. Good $ & benefits. www.careers.westcare.com ; EEOC/DFWP

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 321302-3630 www.shipwusa.com

the estate of William A. Ross, deceased, whose date of death was April 20, 2016, is pending in the Circuit Court for MONROE County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 3117 Overseas Highway, Marathon, Florida 33050.

The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below.

WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED.

INTERNSHIP Internship opportunity for Summer 2016 is available in Key West.

For information go to: keyslifestyles.com/ internship HOBBIES/ COLLECTIBLES Selling Old Nautical Items. Lanterns, Chelsea Ship Clocks, Ship Wheels, Binnacles, Vents, Signs & 1/2 Hulls. ALSO BUYING. Call Lou 603-455-6106 WANTED Big bucks paid for OLD BOTTLES! CASH!!! $50, $100, $150/Bottle.

305-304-4199 PRIVATE COLLECTOR WANTS Rolex, Dive watches and Pilot watches. Old model Military clocks & watches.

Call 305-743-4578

FISHING MISC. ALL TYPES OF PERMITS! Rock Shrimp, King Fish, Atlantic Snapper, Grouper

COMMERCIAL FOR RENT FOR RENT! 2,500 - 10,000 sf Warehouse space available with 20’ ceiling plus 400 sf office and bathroom with central air conditioning. 4 bay doors and forklift ramp door, above flood. Approved for military storage. 305923-1358. www.toppino.net/ rentals Marathon Storage and Parking. Boat Trailer $55-105.00/tx MO. RV-Storage $105150.00/tx MO. Gated, facing US-1. (305) 610-8002 Marathon Commercial Space. US1-MM50.

Ideal location at Mid Town Center-next to Wendy’s. 2,800 sq ft divided into offices, kitchen, 2 restrooms, 2nd floor, elevator, plenty of parking.

Contact Jim Chaplin.

305-481-7557. jim@ chappytimes.com MOBILE HOMES Brand New 1BR RV On the Lake. Pool, laundry. Sugarloaf Key MM 19.8. $1500 + $500 sec. deposit moves you in.

Call Dave 305-7975184 UNFURN. HOMES

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

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: July 15, 2016.

Personal Representative: Ronald G. Ross 262 Ocean Blvd.

Atlantic Highlands, New Jersey 07716 Attorney for Personal Representative: RICHARD E. WARNER Attorney Florida Bar Number: 283134 RICHARD E. WARNER 12221 Overseas Highway Marathon, FLORIDA 33050 Telephone: (305) 7436022 Fax: (305) 743-6216 E-mail: richard@rewarne law.com Publish: July 15 and July 22, 2016 The Weekly Newspapers

Construction Supervisor/Laborer Wanted Physical Duties, Bobcat Experience Vehicle Required

Call 305-304-7995

Golf Course 3BR/2.5 BA GREAT HOUSE on Fairway.

Super Nice! Large Pool & yard. OSP, $3,700/month includes cable.

305-872-7911 LEGAL NOTICES IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION FILE NO.: 16-CP-44-M Middle Keys IN RE: ESTATE OF WILLIAM A. ROSS Deceased.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of

Air Conditioning Service Technician / Installer Appliance Service Technician Competitive wages & benefits 100% medical • Matching 401K Vacation • Paid Holidays

Drug Free

Apply at:

2735 Overseas Highway Marathon 305-289-1748

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• CLASSIFIEDS, PUBLIC & LEGAL NOTICES • 305.743.0844

Management positions @ Fairvilla's Sexy Things (524 Front Street, Key West Florida 33040)

Hiring for the following positions:

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.

Laundry • Banquet Captain

Room Attendants • Housemen Bartenders • Servers

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

Engineering Supervisor Apply online at Spottswood.com/careers or in person at Faro Blanco Resort

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.

EOE m/f/d/v

Plantation Key Nursing Center

located in Tavernier, is seeking

C.N.A, LPN, RN, 12 hr shifts days and nights available

DIEATRY AIDS Sales Associates

Full Time / 40 Hours / Set Schedules Keyholder Experience is a plus!

Starting Wage $10.50 per hour Great Benefits!

Fun work environment Apply:

www.ronjonsurfshop.com

3rd Key Associate Full Time / 40 Hours / Set Schedules 1 Year Management Experience Great Benefits!

Fun work environment Apply:

www.ronjonsurfshop.com

EOE/DFWP

EOE/DFWP

Marketing/Assistant Manager Position

The Marketing and Education Coordinator (MEC) is responsible for shaping and cultivating the educational culture and public image of Florida Keys Aquarium Encounters (FKAE). The MEC will oversee day-to-day operations, manage a diverse staff and employ effective marketing strategies that support FKAE. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Pre-Requisites: Degree in Marketing, Business Management or related fields with love and appreciation for the marine world. 2+ yrs Mgmt experience. Excellent written and oral communication skills – public speaking. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with a diverse group of professionals, guests, and students. Social Media Experience.

-----------------------------------------Hours: 50+ hours per week including weekends and holidays, occasional evenings. Pay rate commensurate with Experience. Benefits include sick pay, paid vacation, 401K plan and profit sharing available. Send resumes to info@floridakeysaquariumencounters.com with “Asst.

Manager App” in the subject line or feel free to drop off with management at Aquarium Encounters.

Rewarding stable jobs with excellent benefits!!!

THE GUIDANCE/CARE CENTER, Inc. in MARATHON is looking for: • Medical Director/ Psychiatrist • Inpatient Program Coordinator

• Care Coordinator • Direct Care Worker The Guidance/Care Center, Inc, a division of

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THE MOORINGS MM 81.5

Seeking self-motivated people for

General Housekeeping Fax Resumes to

1-305-664-4242

or pick up an application at 123 Beach Rd. Islamorada

Full Time Maintenance Worker/Supervisor

Experience with electrical, plumbing, and HVAC. Competitive Salary Vacation and benefits.

We Buy Gold Locally!

Cash Flow Jewelry and Pawn

Weekends and Holidays a must

Please Email resume to mooringsmike@gmail.com

Townsquare Mall Marathon

We offer a competitive

wage and benefits program.

To apply for position,

Please submit your Resume to

BOL@PLANTATIONKEYNC.COM

HELP WANTED Sweet Savannah’s Bake Shop

HIRING

Baker & Counter Help Competitive Pay – Fun Atmosphere Please Apply In Person 8919 Overseas Hwy, Marathon

Desk Clerk House Keeper

Key Colony Beach Motel 441 East Ocean Drive KCB, FL 305-289-0411

“Uplifting the human spirit since 1973”

THE GUIDANCE/CARE CENTER, Inc. in KEY WEST is looking for: • Driver • Behavioral Health Therapist II • Child Case Manager Visit www.guidancecarecenter.org or http://careers.westcare.com to apply.

EEOC/DFWP, Bilingual a plus; Drug & background screening required.

HIRING FOR THE FOLLOWING POSITIONS: Bartenders, Servers, Busperson, and Food Runners.

Please apply on line at www.spottswood.com/careers or on site 13201 Overseas Highway. EOE m/f/d/v

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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let’s do business - (305) 743-0844

Vacation Rental Property Managers We maximize owners income while maintaining homes to the strictest standards.

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DEALER FOR

LOCALLY OWNED & OPERATED AUTO GLASS

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

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

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

Spalling Repairs

Lic. #CGC 1515665 #CFC 1428730

Concrete Restoration Concrete Butterfly Steps New Construction Floors/Tile Docks

Specializing in Concrete Restoration

(305) 735-4042

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

Excellent References Upon Request

305-766-0819 305-924-0179

FEATURED DESTINATION

CUBA

We can customize your independent Cuba experience... from start to finish. Call us at 305 743 7575 Business hours: MON-TUE-THU-FRI 9am to 4pm Appointments by request.

MARINE & RESIDENTIAL AUTOMATION SYSTEMS Audiovisual.

Lighting & Control.

Navigation & Satellite.

Residential.

NMEA certified.

sales@starlightmarine.com / 954-745-7992

Nails by Ivis

Manicures • Pedicures Acrylics • Gelish • Facials • Waxing

5177 Overseas Highway

(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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