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MARATHON WEEKLY / SEPTEMBER 23, 2016

Saturday: Best of Marathon awards.

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Steve and Shelia Cook host a meetand-greet for State Representative Holly Raschein and State Senator Anitere Flores on Tuesday in Marathon. Both Republican incumbents are seeking re-election. For more, see page 14. JASON KOLER/Keys Weekly

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MARATHON WEEKLY / SEPTEMBER 23, 2016

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2016 Winners will be awarded on Saturday night, September 24. Please join us at the After-Party at Florida Keys Country Club. Check out next week’s edition of the Marathon Weekly Newspapers for the celebration highlights and a complete listing of the 2016 Best of Marathon Winners.

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Mastering the kitchen can take years of toiling, experimenting, and taste testing.

The culmination of a chef’s experience is ultimately crafted into a final “dish.”

This is the signature pièce de résistance; the one brought to gatherings, the one everyone “oohs and ahhs” over, the one that elicits recipe requests. To gauge the local food buzz, the Weekly asked…

If you were on Top Chef, what would you cook?

MEET & GREET Come Meet

“Conch Piccata. It’s made with lemon, sherry, butter, capers, and pan sautéed conch,” said Adelmo Cinto, of the Cracked Conch.

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Christina McEntyre, of Food for Thought, said, “Our roasted veggie quesadilla. It comes with vegan pepper jack cheese, avocado, black beans, cashew sour cream, chipotle mayonnaise, and a fresh side salad.”

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Gina Jensen, of the Cracked Conch, said, “A Philly cheesesteak with mushrooms, peppers, onions and white American cheese.”

Come and join the fun at our 2016 Bicycle Ride & Roll Dice Run for Charity in Key Colony Beach

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 1, 2016 “Beef stew made with vegetables, beef, and beef broth,” said Ken Hagmann.

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Todd Matthews, also of Food for Thought, said, “Deep fried buffalo shrimp rolled in flour, corn meal, paprika, lemon butter and garlic. It’s good while watching football, Go Dolphins!”

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MARATHON WEEKLY / SEPTEMBER 23, 2016

Monroe County’s Human Services Advisory Board a Blessing On behalf of Visiting Nurse Association and Hospice of the Florida Keys (VNA/ Hospice), I wanted to take the time to publically thank the Human Services Advisory Board (HSAB) and the Monroe County Commission for their tremendous dedication and the invaluable service they provide to not only to the residents of Monroe County but also to the numerous non-profit health and human service organizations that bridge the “gap” by providing much needed services and programs to residents of the Florida Keys.

The HSAB voluntary advisory board has a daunting — and sometimes thankless — task to ensure the county’s $2 million allocation is properly dispersed to organizations that have a proven track record in providing quality support services and programs that will enhance the quality of life for residents in need. As a volunteer TDC Cultural Umbrella board member representing District 5, I cannot begin to tell you about the insurmountable hours that go into reviewing and grading grant applications such as the

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HSAB application process. With the ever changing reductions in Medicare, Medicaid, and private insurance reimbursements, as well as federal and state cutbacks in funding for health and human services, the HSAB is a critical component for the health and well-being of our community.

VNA/Hospice is extremely thankful for the continuous support that we receive from the HSAB. The reimbursable grants that are distributed annually help to offset the cost of providing over $150,000 in charity care to the uninsured and underinsured annually. This year we were very blessed to receive an increase to help fund a new Palliative Care initiative –specialized care for people whose lives are changing when they are affected with a lifealtering or chronic illness or disease.

Thanks to the increase, we were able to leverage those fund for additional grants earmarked for this special program. We still need additional philanthropic support from donors to reach our goal of $250,000 to initiate the program, and we are well on our way thanks to the HSAB and the generous support of the Ocean Reef Community Foundation.

All of the wonderful non-profit organizations that apply to the HSAB want to ensure that residents and visitors alike have the same access to health care and human service programs that one would receive on the mainland. We could not do it without the support of the County Commissioners and the remarkable members of the HSAB Advisory Board. So on behalf of all the residents and the nonprofit community that provides these invaluable services – thank you – thank you – thank you!

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Through Sept. 25 • Marathon International Bonefish Tournament.

Saturday, Sept. 24 • ReMARCable Tour De Keys from 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Keyswide. Watch for bikes!

• Red Shirt Run, 5K, at 8 a.m. from Higgs Beach, Key West. #kristenforqueen • Volunteer cleanup from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Bahia Honda State Park.

Saturday, Sept. 25 • Best of Marathon awards at 6 p.m. at Marathon City Hall.

Monday, Sept. 26 • GLOW wellness workshop from 6:45 to 7:30 p.m. at Island Yoga, Marathon.

Wednesday, Sept. 28 • Florida Keys Healthy Start Coalition Board Meeting at 10 a.m. at Iberia Bank, Marathon.

Thursday, Sept. 29 • Village Council Candidates Forum at 6 p.m. at Community Room, Founder’s Park, Islamorada.

Saturday, Oct. 1 • One Human Race Color Run at 7:30 a.m. from Higgs Beach, Key West.

• Marathon Pentathlon Games kick off at 8 a.m. at Florida Keys Country Club.

• Purple Pumpkin Gala at 6 p.m. at the Islander Resort, a Guy Harvey Outpost, Islamorada.

Monday, Oct. 3 • Sunsey kayak or SUP to raise money for AIDS Help from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. from Big Pine Kayak, No Name Key. #KristenForQueen Saturday, Oct. 8 • Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walk at 8 a.m. in Marathon.

• Southernmost Marathon and Half at 5:30 a.m. in Key West. Expect morning delays at triangle.

(Behind Marathon Liquor & Deli and Marathon Community Theater)

Wednesday, Oct. 12 • Florida Keys Healthy Start Coalition Car Seat Appointments end in Marathon, and Key Largo.

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Saturday, Oct. 15 Live music & coffeehouse will be held at the Key Largo Civic Club.

Saturday, Oct. 15 Special Olympics SUP Invitational from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. from Higgs Beach, Key West.

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County removes 16 derelict vessels

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ver the summer, the Monroe County Office of Marine Resources has removed 16 derelict vessels – including a 50-foot cabin cruiser and a 32-foot steel sailboat – from public waters of the Florida Keys using a $99,924 grant from the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.

“We are thankful for the FWC grant, which made it possible for Monroe County to remove these abandoned boats,” said Rich Jones, Monroe County’s Marine Resources Administrator. “This effort helps to improve recreational boating access, eliminates navigation hazards and assists with the recovery of sensitive marine habitats.”

The grant from FWC’s Florida Boating Improvement Program is a significant addition to the approximately $190,000 that Monroe County’s Derelict Vessel Removal Program spends each year to remove an average of 60 derelict vessels.

The $190,000 is funded from the Monroe County’s Boating Improvement Fund, which is generated from recreational vessel registration fees.

These fees also fund other important boating and waterways projects, including channel marker installation and repairs, the vessel pumpout program and boat ramp repairs.

Of the 16 vessels removed during this latest derelict vessel project, the most expensive was a grounded 50foot cabin cruiser that partially blocked the channel entrance to Boot Key. It cost $24,248.

The removal list also included a 20-foot migrant vessel aground in the swimming area of Bahia Honda State Park, a 40-foot houseboat sunken near the navigational channel of Fleming Key Bridge and a 43-foot motor yacht that was unlit and sunken in a heavily trafficked boating area of Boca Chica Channel.

The 32-foot steel sailboat ran aground in Key West Harbor about a 1/4 mile north of Wisteria Island and was removed at a cost of $16,000. It was one of 16 derelict vessels removed by the Monroe County Office of Marine Resources using funding from an FWC grant.

The Monroe County Office of Marine Resources directed the removal of the boats through a competitive program using prequalified contractors. Most of the derelict vessel removals are performed within a week of receiving legal authorization. Enforcement agencies must first mark the derelict vessels and try to track down the last known owners or other responsible parties to inform them of their legal responsibilities to take care of their vessels. It is a misdemeanor to abandon a boat. Even after a boat is removed by the County, efforts continue to get any known owners or other responsible parties to pay the costs.

To report a derelict vessel, please contact the FWC Division of Law Enforcement at (888) 404-FWCC. —Contributed

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MARATHON WEEKLY / SEPTEMBER 23, 2016

Local SURVIVES first week

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TV show stars Paul Wachter of Sugarloaf Key KRISTEN LIVENGOOD kristen@keysweekly.com

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aul Wachter sat with adoring friends, family and new fans at the Looe Key Tiki on Wednesday for the premiere of “Survivor.” Set on the same island in Fiji that Tom Hanks washed up on in the movie “Cast Away,” the 33rd season of “Survivor” stars one of our own — Wachter is a Sugarloaf Key resident, band member of Haywire, and American Marine owner. He’s also 21 pounds lighter than when filming started, although he’s not allowed to divulge much else; no spoilers here.

“Can I get my picture with you?” people kept asking while waiting for the premiere to begin. The premiere actually had two purposes — a night of fun, plus a chance to raise money for Florida Keys SPCA. His wife, Connie, stood proudly by his side, while he helped raise money for the organization that cares for Keys animals.

Standing 6 feet tall, with a tattoo that reads “DILLIGAF” (Do I Look Like I Give A _ _ _ _), Wachter isn’t easily intimidated. Plus, this isn’t his first brush with a television camera. He was in a pilot for a television show “Treasure Warriors,” that never took off.

“I told them that if they made that show like ‘Survivor’ it would have been successful,” said Wachter. A young man who worked on the show, and now works on the “Survivor” team, remembered the comment.

“I got a call and was asked, ‘Do you still have the long hair? Do you still go to the gym?

— Paul Wachter, Keys resident and Are you still a ‘Survivor’ “Survivor” contestant. fan?’”

His answer was yes to all and after 11 months of background checks, Wachter was shipped out to the Fiji island, only to spend the first night in pouring rain as a tropical depression turned to a cyclone in the Pacific. For the first time ever, the contestants were evacuated. (Again, this isn’t Wachter first brush with a hurricane. He’s braced many in his home state of North Carolina, but none in the Keys since taking up residence 10 years ago.)

This season of “Survivor” pits Generation X-ers against Millennials. Wachter is the oldest cast member, born in 1963.

“We didn’t always get a trophy in our time,” he said during the introductions. “We know how to work hard.”

In the first episode, his blue team lost the first challenge and were sent to deliberation to see who was voted off. His name was never mentioned. “Survivor” airs on CBS on Wednesdays at 8 p.m. The teaser for next week included someone being seen by the medics for heart trouble; let’s hope it’s not our hometown celebrity!

“Everyone gets their 15 minutes of fame. Now, I’m getting mine.”

KRISTEN LIVENGOOD/ Keys Weekly

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1. Survivor contestant and Sugarloaf Key resident Paul Wachter talks about raising money for Florida Keys SPCA while at the premiere party.

2. Wachter signs photographs for some of his fans.

3. Valerie and John Pettraco and Glenn and Petrena Taylor hang out at the party, ‘He cooked us brats at Marvin Key once, and bought our bean bag chairs from us off Craigslist, of course he’s our friend,’ said Glenn Taylor jokingly.

4. Wachter’s mom Mary Anne and youngest son Hunter were at the primer.

5. Rebecca Schilling and Kevin Johnsen, who met at a recent date auction, were out spending quality time together for the ‘Survivor’ premiere.

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MARATHON WEEKLY / SEPTEMBER 23, 2016

Political forum set for Oct. 3 Public invited to event Weekly Staff Report

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he Weekly Newspapers and the Marathon Chamber of Commerce will once again co-host a political forum on Monday, Oct. 3 beginning at 6 p.m. in the Marathon Government Center, on the second floor.

Chamber CEO Daniel Samess said local candidates and the public are invited. At press time, the following races will have representatives at the forum: • U.S. Congress representative Dist. 26: Carlos Curbelo, Joe Garcia.

• Monroe County State Representative: Dan Horton, Holly Raschein.

• State Senate: Anitere Flores, Debie Mucarsel-Powell.

• State Attorney: Shad Neiss, Catherine Vogel, Dennis Ward.

• Monroe County Public Defender: Trish Docherty Gibson, Robert Lockwood.

• Mosquito Control, Dist. 1: Jill Cranney-Gage, Oliver Kofoid, Kathryn Watkins.

• Mosquito Control, Dist. 3: Brandon Pinder, Steve Smith.

• Mosquito Control, Dist. 4: Janet Wood, Dr. Stanley Zuba.

• Monroe County Clerk of the Court: Kevin Madok, Ron Saunders.

• City of Marathon, at large: John Bartus, Steven Cook, Bill Kelly and Daniel ‘Doc Dan’ Zieg.

The questions are designed to tackle a variety of subjects from the economy to the environment, but are pertinent to the issues faced by the various governing bodies. Each candidate will have one minute to answer questions posed by The Weekly’s Jason Koler and the chamber’s Daniel Samess, plus extra time for opening and closing remarks.

Last year’s forum attracted a big crowd and organizers hope for the same this year.

“Quite a few people came out,” Samess said. “We are proud to host these forums so we can inform businesses and residents how candidates stand on the important issues that affect our economy and lives.”

The forum will be broadcast on Comcast Channel 76 and rebroadcast again at a later date.

BRIEFLY Bahia Honda needs volunteers National Public Lands Day cleanup needs volunteers on Saturday, Sept.

24 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Bahia Honda State Park, MM 37. The park provides a haven for shorebirds and sea turtles. Clean beaches promote healthy marine life, so let’s join together to help protect and preserve one of the most treasured beaches in the Keys. Water and a light snack will be provided for all registered volunteers.

For more details, contact Park Services Specialist Keely Final at 305-872 9807 or Keely.Kesslerfinal@dep.state.fl.us.

Revival Fire Fall unites Marathon churches The Revival Fire Fall is a weeklong event uniting local churches with music, praise, worship and inspiration through Tuesday, Sept. 27 from 6 to 9 p.m. each night at Marathon Community Park. To schedule a praise band or choir to perform, or for more information, call Pastor Larry White at 786-5541285 or email larry6974@att.net.

Free tennis at country club Florida Keys Country Club’s tennis professional Richard Lorenzo will again be offering the community complimentary tennis instruction for ages 11 years old and older throughout October. Mondays are fundamentals and Thursdays are hitting sessions for 11-18 year olds from 4 to 5 p.m. and from 5-6 p.m. for adults at Florida Keys Country Club. Beginners to advanced players are welcome. More information can be found at floridakeyscc.com or by contacting at rdblorenzo@aol. com or 305-849-0297.

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MARATHON WEEKLY / SEPTEMBER 23, 2016

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MAKEOVER Big Pine Key Grocery Store is renovated

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ollowing is an interview with Ian McLeod, CEO of the Winn-Dixie parent company, Southeastern Grocers. The store’s ribbon cutting took place on Thursday amid much fanfare.

Q: How long did the store renovation take?

A: The renovation took approximately four months from start to finish. It wouldn’t have been possible without the hard work and dedication of our associates. They’ve put in long hours and worked tirelessly to present a clean, convenient, innovative store to the customers of Big Pine Key.

Q: What was Southeastern Grocers’ reason for the renovation?

A: Our customers asked for an improved shopping experience and we’ve listened. This new store gives our customers in the Lower Keys a fresh and innovative new store that they can be proud of.

This is the first renovation to the store since its refresh in 2008.

Q: Do you have any favorite changes at the Big Pine WinnDixie Store?

A: One of my favorite new changes to the Big Pine Winn-Dixie store is the new “Naturally Better” and organics sections, which offers approximately 2,000 new items that customers have been asking for, providing a more convenient shopping experience.

Q: Can you provide some additional information about the Beer, Wine & Spirits store?

A: We always look for better ways to serve our customers, and

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because of that we’ve opened an all-new Beer, Wine & Spirits store just steps away from the main store. The new Winn-Dixie Beer, Wine & Spirits store offers a great variety of spirits from around the world, as well as local Floridabased craft beers, such as Florida Keys Brewing Company. The Winn-Dixie Beer, Wine & Spirits store will be open Sun.-Thurs. from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Fri.-Sat. from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Q: When did the store originally open?

A: This Big Pine Key store has been serving the Lower Keys since 1984. We’re proud to be able to reinvigorate this store and give our customers, associates, and the Big Pine community a store they’d be proud to shop in.

Q: Will you be bringing back Saturday barbeques in the parking lot?

A: We’re always looking for ways to create exciting activities to enhance our customers’ shopping experience. Together, with our store team, we’ll use our refreshed store to create engaging opportunities for our customers.

Q: Did you renovate the parking lot along with the store to help the drainage?

A: Our customers shopping experience begins as soon as they drive into the plaza, and isn’t limited to the four walls of our store.

Our associates care passionately about their store and this community, and take pride in its appearance. Our customers told us our parking lot needed improvement, and we agreed. The surface and drainage improvement in the parking lot helps to minimize water accumulation during severe weather.

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Dr. True is a double board certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon who has treated skin cancers for over thirty years. He is dedicated to his patients and accepts medicare and most insurance.

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BECKHAM PHILBRICK DOROTHY SCOTTEN The Nowhere crew, of Nowhere Bar & Grill in Marathon, has a new addition.

The family is blessed with the arrival of Beckham Barrett Philbrick born at Baptist Hospital Kendall in Miami on Sept. 11, 2016, at 4:50 a.m. The baby weighed 5 pounds, 5 ounces and was 19 inches long. The parents are Megan and Todd Philbrick and sibling Riley Philbrick.

BRIEFLY Zonta offers mammograms for uninsured/underinsured women Zonta Club of Marathon is offering annual screenings and mammogram for those without insurance or the ability to pay. Call 305-390-0567 or e-mail info@zontaclubofmarathon.com for more information. They also offer assistance with literacy, career guidance and mentoring.

Dorothy Scotten, 74, of Marathon, Florida passed away on Sept. 9, 2016 after a brief illness. She was born in Detroit, Michigan to Archer and Virginia Durrant. She was a CPA and an avid traveler. She will be loved and remembered by her husband Donald Scotten; daughters Déonda Scott, Michelle Morgenstein, Dani Crowley and Darla Jividen; sister Phyllis Dean; brother David Durrant; eight grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

Family and friends will celebrate her life on Saturday, Oct. 1, 2016 at 5 p.m. at the Elks Lodge, 8239 Overseas Hwy., Marathon, Florida.

BRIEFLY Ocean Drive in Key Colony Beach, followed by a cocktail party. For more information, call Barb Hewlett at 305304-8682

Marathon Pentathlon seeking competitors

Celtic Festival needs volunteers

Florida Keys Television TV 88 is hosting the Marathon Pentathlon games on Oct. 1 starting at 8 a.m. at Florida Keys Country Club in Marathon.

Competitors will race in a quarter-mile swim, kayaking, SUP, driving frozen chum balls for distance, and a foot race through the greens. All registration fees will be divided by six nonprofits. For more information and to register, visit marathongames.com.

The fourth annual Florida Keys Celtic Festival is looking for merchandise and food vendors, local business sponsors, clans and volunteers for the Jan. 7 and 8, 2017 event at the Marathon Community Park. The festival is a growing event featuring Celtic bands, Highland Athletics, Hickory-Stick Golf Tournament, Sheepdog Herding and other activities during the two-day Festival. Proceeds from these events help support The Hammock House, which provides free after-school care and summer camps for children of the Middle Keys. Call 305-797-1704 or email loretta@keysbusinessservices. com for more information.

Bonefish tournament comes to Marathon Among the Middle Keys' oldest charitable fishing events, the challenge runs through Sunday, Sept. 25. Trophies and prizes are awarded to the individual and team champions scoring the largest bonefish and permit and to the top anglers in fly and grand slam. Other awards include the cheeky wet-pants champion titles for anglers wading from shore.

Registration is $225 per adult angler and $125 per junior angler. The kickoff is set for 4 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 22, at Key Colony Inn, located at 700 W.

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Signs Unlimited specializes in profession sign design, manufacturing and installation. Beginning as a mom and pop shop in 1996 in Tallahassee, the newest store was recently opened in Marathon and has stayed true to its roots as a family owned and operated business delivering professional service with a personal touch.

As the fourth store front, Signs Unlimited can produce full color on a wide format printer and cutter, making an explosive impact on sign making.

They are capable of producing high quality photo, realistic 1440 DPI prints on everything they offer. All of the signs are priced in full color, which offers a lot of bang for the buck.

“Once we started doing full color, we quickly realized the changes in the market place and lowered all of our sign prices to reflect the cut in labor introduced by full color printers,” said owner Buddy Johnston, who is a state licensed electrical sign contractor.

They also offer banners and magnetics, full vehicle, boat, and trailer wraps. Wraps can cover items completely, or just have name and numbers applied. “We customized all to fit your needs,” said Johnston. “Come see our award winning artist and have your own custom artwork created.”

Location: 2315 Overseas Hwy Marathon, Fl 33050 Phone Number: 305-453-6970 Website: signsunlimitedkw.com Email: signsunlimitedmarathon@gmail.com

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1. Marathon City Council candidate Steve Cook, left, co-hosted the event for State Senator Anitere Flores and State Representative Holly Raschein. He’s pictured with Coldwell Banker Schmitt broker Brian Schmitt and Monroe County Clerk candidate Kevin Madok.

2. Co-host Shelia Cook, right, mingles with friends and family including Amadeo D’Ascanio, left, Joy Elledge and Brian Schmitt.

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his past Tuesday Steve and Shelia Cook opened the doors of their home as they hosted a fundraising reception for Monroe County’s representatives in Tallahassee.

State Representative Holly Raschein and State Senator Anitere Flores are Republican incumbents seeking re-election.

Raschein has served Monroe County as a state representative since 2012 and has championed a number of efforts including the Florida Keys Stewardship Act – which passed earlier this year.

Flores is a former State Representative from central Miami-Dade who became the Keys rep in the Senate last year when the Senate maps were re-drawn.

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3.Realtor Ben Daniels, left, discusses important issues of the day with Suzie Neugent and REMAX/All Keys broker Jo Ann Cook.

4. City of Layton Mayor Norman Anderson, left, confers with DDAI Vice President Steve Hurley and Marathon Deputy Manager George Garrett.

MARATHON WEEKLY / SEPTEMBER 23, 2016

Carruthers testifies in Washington U.S. House Committee hears about endangered species regulations

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onroe County Mayor Heather Carruthers testified Wednesday before the U.S. House of Representative’s Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure at a hearing for “An Examination of FEMA’s Limited Role in Land Use Development Decisions.”

Carruthers testified that Monroe County and other local governments around the country already work daily to craft land use policies that comply with the Endangered Species Act. She said advancing species protection efforts through FEMA’s National Flood Insurance Program adds another layer of federal review that is redundant and costly, while not increasing the strong protections that already are in place at the local level.

To highlight that point, Carruthers reached down to her side and revealed a large and complicated “Workflow Overview” chart of FEMA’s and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s Permit Referral Process – which is for applicants who want to develop in potentially suitable habitat for endangered species.

Monroe County Mayor Heather Carruthers testifies regarding the National Flood Insurance Program in Washington, D.C.

“This is what is required by … property owners before they can get a building permit,” Carruthers told the Committee. “And this does not even include what happens at FWS.” The Committee held this hearing to sort out FEMA’s role in the enforcement of the Endangered Species Act (ESA). FEMA continues its position that it is not a land use regulatory agency. While this is consistent with the National Flood Insurance Program, other federal agency decisions with respect to the ESA are essentially compelling FEMA to regulate local land use decisions through the implementation of the National Flood Insurance Program, according to a news release from the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee.

Carruthers also testified that the careful balancing of a community’s unique needs and circumstances, carried out by its elected officials, should not be upended by one-size-fits-all federal regulations that are imposed without consideration of such factors.

While the National Flood Insurance Program is considered voluntary, a community’s participation in the program is necessary for residents who live in a floodplain to be eligible for federally guaranteed mortgages.

Almost all of Monroe County is considered a coastal floodplain. There are more than 27,000 NFIP policies for residences and businesses in the Keys and about 1.8 million NFIP policies in Florida.

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PUBLIC XXXXXXXSAFETY

MARATHON WEEKLY / SEPTEMBER 23, 2016

City of Marathon City Council Agenda

(part 3 of a series)

Marathon City Hall Council Chambers, 9805 Overseas Hwy., Marathon Tuesday, September 27, 2016, 5:30 P.M. (* Denotes Item Is Passed By Consent Upon Approval Of Agenda) Public Comments taken on all items and at 6:30pm time certain for items not on the agenda or as soon as possible thereafter or after the last agenda item; whichever comes first.

City Council Items *A. Approval of Minutes B. Fire Prevention Week Proclamation C. Marathon Seafood Fest Chamber of Commerce Donation (Councilmember Bartus) D. Coral Head Music Festival (Vice Mayor Kelly) E. Community Announcements City Manager Report A. City of Marathon Local Business Tax B. Domestic Abuse Shelter Coin Toss Fundraiser C. Marathon Fire Rescue Department Report D. Parks & Recreation Department Report E. Planning Department Report Quasi-Judicial Public Hearings: A. Consideration Of A Request For A Development Agreement And A Conditional Use Permit For Season’s Inc., Pursuant To Chapter 102, Articles 8 And 13 Of The City Of Marathon Land Development Regulations (Code) Entitled “Development Agreements,” And “Conditional Use Permits”, Respectively, For The Development Of A Property With Four Affordable Housing Units; With Proposed Densities Of Approximately 25 Affordable Housing Units Per Acre; Located On 41st Street; Which Is Legally Described As Block 5 Lot 3 Marathon Beach Subdivision, Section 10, Township 66 South, Range 32 East, Marathon, Monroe County, Florida; Having Real Estate Number 00337250-000000, Nearest Mile Marker 50.

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Consideration Of A Request By Habitat For Humanity For A Conditional Use Permit, Pursuant To Chapter 102, Article 13 Of The City Of Marathon Land Development Regulations (“The Code”) Entitled And “Conditional Use Permits”, Authorizing The Development Of Two Duplexes With Reduced Side Setbacks On Property Located At 73rd Street Ocean, Which Are Legally Described As Lots 16 Of Reimanns Subdivision, PB2-145, Key Vaca, Monroe County, Florida, Having Real Estate Number 00342160-000000. Nearest Mile Marker 51.

Ordinances for First Public Hearing A.

Ordinance 2016-09, Amending Timelines Found In Chapter 6, Article II, Division 2, Section 6-54 Of The City Code Regarding The Application Procedure For Permits Under The Allocation System; Amending Chapter 6, Article II, Division 2, Section 6-58 Of The City Code Regarding The Expiration Of Building Permits; Providing For Severability; And Providing For An Effective Date.

Resolutions for Adoption *A. Resolution 2016-80, Approving An Agreement Between The City And Professional Practice Support, Inc. For EMS Billing And Collection Services; Authorizing The City Manager To Execute The Agreement And Expend Budgeted Funds On Behalf Of The City; And Providing For An Effective Date *B. Resolution 2016-81, Approving Work Authorization No. 3 With William P. Horn, Architect, P.A For Design Of City Hall And Council Chambers; In An Amount Not To Exceed $25,000.00 For Florida Green Building Requirements Monitoring and Certification; Authorizing The City Manager To Execute The Work Authorization And Expend Budgeted Funds On Behalf Of The City; And Providing For An Effective Date. *C. Resolution 2016-82, Authorizing The City To Enter Into Change Order #6 To Contract Dated October 29 2014, With Pedro Falcon Electrical Contractor, Inc., For Construction Of City Hall Project Not To Exceed $16,457.22 For Modifications To The City Hall Facility; Extending The Substantial Completion Date 90 Days; Authorizing The City Manager To Execute The Change Order, Expend Budgeted Funds On Behalf Of The City; And Providing For An Effective Date *D. Resolution 2016-83, Approving Work Authorization 1 to The Continuing Services Agreement with Bermello Ajamil & Partners, Inc. Consulting Services For an Erosion and Beach Nourishment Study at Coco Plum Beach In An Amount Not To Exceed $140,060.00; Authorizing The City Manager To Execute The Contract And Expend Funds On Behalf Of The City; And Providing For An Effective Date. *E. Resolution 2016-84, Approving Work Authorization 2-BL to the Continuing Services Agreement with Chen Moore and Associates For Building Department Inspection Support Services / Construction Project Management Services In An Amount Not to Exceed $19,000.00; Authorizing The City Manager To Execute The Contract And Expend Funds On Behalf Of The City; And Providing For An Effective Date The public hearings will commence at 5:30 p.m., or as soon thereafter as business permits, at the Marathon City Hall Council Chambers, 9805 Overseas Hwy. in Marathon. All interested persons are invited to attend the meeting and participate in the discussion; or, written comments may be sent to the City of Marathon, c/o City Clerk, 9805 Overseas Hwy, Marathon, FL 33050. Pursuant to Section 286.0105, Florida Statutes, if a person decides to appeal any decision made by the City Council with respect to any matter considered at such hearing or meeting, one will need a record of the proceedings & may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made; such record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based. ADA Assistance: Anyone needing special assistance at the City Council hearing due to disability should contact the City of Marathon at (305) 289-4130 at least two days prior thereto. Please contact the City Clerk at clavierd@ci.marathon.fl.us if you would like to receive any of the items on the agenda by email.

Accident prevention HAYS BLINCKMANN

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cooter and moped crashes are happening on a weekly basis in Key West and rising by 10 percent each year. Trying to pin down a singular cause is impossible but defining trends are emerging that all Key West motorists — car and scooter drivers, local or tourist alike — need to address.

The Motorcycle Safety Foundation warns riders to watch out for these key issues: collisions at intersections, inexperience, excessive speed and alcohol. Two wheeled vehicles are less visible to cars but, conversely, car drivers need to pay more attention (get off the phone folks and check your mirrors). Both riders and drivers are encouraged to take a more defensive stance on the roadways. Lastly any motorist should avoid speed, alcohol and drugs at all costs.

“Cars impede the riders right-of-way – cutting them off with a left turn is usually the culprit causing the scooter to t-bone the car. We kill two to three bikers every year in the Keys with that or cutting the rider off coming out of side streets or parking lots,” said Rupert Staudner, manager of Florida Keys 1st Motorcycle Riding School. Staudner would like to see more education for drivers on the rules of the road.

Sunshine Scooter Inc. has two rental locations and about 136 scooters on the road. They follow the City of Key West’s Safety Ordinance Sec. 18381: all rental companies must provide training before allowing riders to leave the parking lot. Also, renters must read the ordinance which details rules such as not driving on sidewalks, passing on the right, or excessive horn use. The ordinance also warns there is no liability insurance. Sunshine Scooter Inc. does provides free helmets, not required by law, and when riders choose not to use one, they must initialize their contract.

“I tell renters the stupidest thing they can do is drink and drive on a scooter. I caution everybody to drive defensively, I do when I am on a scooter,” said Jon Brenner with Sunshine Scooter. Over five years, he said Sunshine Scooter has lost six mopeds in its fleet to crashes.

Looking at statistics and talking with victims, police, doctors and businesses, one thing is clear — when it comes to two wheeled riding in Key West it boils down to patience by all motorists. Practicing caution whether an experienced or inexperienced rider, following the rules of the road and avoiding alcohol could save a life. Remember it’s not the scooter or the car that causes the crash, but the driver.

The Motorcycle Safety Foundation promotes:

Search around you for potential hazards.

Evaluate any possible hazards, such as turning cars, railroad tracks, etc.

Execute the proper action to avoid the hazard.

“Fault is not important, keeping people safe and uninjured is more important.

How do we achieve that?”

—Rupert Staudner of Florida Keys 1st Motorcycle Riding School

WEEKLY INTERVIEW XXXXXXX

MARATHON WEEKLY / SEPTEMBER 23, 2016

1. What was your favorite cruise ship memory?

It has to be getting off work and stepping off the ship at 10 p.m. only to find I had unknowingly walked right into the Montreal Jazz Fest. That turned into a couple of great nights on Crescent Street.

2. What interested you most in the post-production aspect of film?

Green screening; I was fascinated by taking people and things and placing them in a completely different environment.

3. Where do you see yourself in 10 years?

Other than an old man? Right here in the Keys. Who knows what the future holds. Guess I’ll just have to hang on and see what transpires.

4. What do the Legion Riders of Post 154 have planned next?

Our goals seem to get bigger and bigger all the time. Putting on the Coral Head MusicFest is the biggest thing we have done so far. I’m hoping one day we can grow our Riders chapter into a recognizable force in helping and providing assistance to both active duty personnel and veterans. Where we go from here is up to the imagination and ingenuity of our members.

5. What are some common misconceptions the general public has about the American Legion?

That it is an “old man’s club” where all they do is drink cheap and play Bingo; it’s far from that. The American Legion is a very powerful organization that contributes to the community, not only veterans, but many local charities as well. With newer departments within the organization being developed, such as the Legion Riders, it is attracting dedicated people of all ages to do their part in helping out in many ways that are often overlooked.

6. What do you think is needed to modernize the American Legion to better serve younger veterans?

I think external communication is needed between the American Legion and all the branches of the military; there needs to be some sort of link between them. Many of our services remain unknown to people — active duty and veterans alike — who could really use them. It forces us to search them out, but I hope one day it will be the other way around.

7. Who are some Legion members and riders that need a little recognition?

Every single one of them; they have all dedicated their time and money to do what they can. Sure, some may do more than others but just the fact that they are a part of it makes every one of the American Legion members a special breed.

Whether it be Legionnaire, Sons of Legion, Auxiliary, or the Riders they are all doing their part.

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20 Questions with

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ich Anderson grew up in Illinois but caught the travel bug at an early age. After moving out to California, Anderson found work as part of the production staff of California Hardbodies, a traveling female oil wrestling show. When the travel bug bit again, Anderson headed out to the Bahamas to work on cruise ships, tending bar. His travels took him as far north as the Thousand Islands region of Canada. When he decided warmer weather was his thing, he moved to Tampa, where he studied postproduction film at the International Academy of Design and Technology. After a few short stints in production, Anderson started diving, loved it, and made the trip down to the Florida Keys.

He’s since become a chartered member of the American Legion Riders Post 154 and assisted in putting together more than 20 events. The biggest is yet to come — Anderson is working on the details for the Coral Head MusicFest. Planned for February, Anderson is trying to get some big-name Southern rock bands on the schedule (think Georgia Satellites and Molly Hatchet band).

The Legion Riders have high hopes of expanding their outreach to local veterans and military families; and Anderson is a big part of that mission.

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8. Having worked around wrestling productions, who would you say is your all-time favorite wrestler?

Haha, well, I don’t really follow wrestling. At one time in my life I worked for the California Hardbodies, a female oil wrestling organization. So to answer that question, I guess my answer would have to be Cheyenne.

9. What type of motorcycle do you ride?

A 2013 Harley Davidson FLHX (Street Glide).

10. What’s your pet peeve?

People being late; drives me up a wall.

11. What’s your most irrational fear?

Needles, don’t like them. I give blood but can never watch it going in. Once it’s in, I’m fine but up to that point, I’m staring at the wall. I have to turn my head when they are giving a shot to someone on TV. 12. What was the best ’80s movie?

“Star Trek: The Wrath of Kahn” 13. Who is your celebrity crush?

Well, that changes pretty much on a weekly basis. I don’t know if you would call it a crush but I do find Indiana Evans pretty damn hot and the accent is a bonus.

14. What genre of movie has always held your attention?

Sci-Fi by far. Yep, I’m a nerd.

15. Does film post- production include blooper reels and what’s your favorite movie blooper?

Post-production consists of editing so, yes, it does. One of my favorites: The ones at the end of “Smokey and the Bandit.”

16. Which band are you most excited to see at the Coral Head Music Festival?

I’m really looking forward to seeing Lazy Bonez. I know I should be saying the headliners but I’ve always been an ’80s hair band fan and can’t wait to see their show. Of course I already know Molly Hatchet and Georgia Satellites are not going to disappoint.

17. What can be learned from past generations of veterans?

You never give up. You need to fight no matter where the fight takes you and stand strong in your beliefs; don’t let anyone sway you.

18. Which is more fun, playing air guitar or air drums?

Drums. Of course my girlfriend would probably disagree as I use her head as a crash symbol.

19. How can the community get more involved in supporting the legion and local veterans?

Much of the community can get involved by simply becoming a member. If they are unable, attending Legion functions and supporting their cause is a great show of support.

20. Finish this sentence; Whooa … we’re half way there.

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KEYS ARTS

MARATHON WEEKLY / SEPTEMBER 23, 2016

Artist Tyler Buckheim wows at Burning Man HAYS BLINCKMANN

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ocal artist Tyler Buckheim has gained national attention with her sculpture at this year’s Burning Man installation. Each year the non-profit Burning Man Organization hosts 200-plus artists who create interactive 3D sculptures in a temporary city in Black Rock Desert, Nevada. Over 70,000 people attend the weeklong festival celebrating principles such as self-reliance, self-expression, community cooperation, civic responsibility, and leaving no trace. In other words, Burning Man is an incredibly advanced version of Woodstock with artists instead of rock bands.

The application process is lengthy — 18 to 30 pages for forms to fill out depending on your sculpture piece — but the nonprofit isn’t looking for experience or wordy resumes, just sculpture that would be pretty damn cool to look at in a desert far away from modern life. Buckheim’s first sculpture application was accepted in 2013, “Lighted Mandela,” when she

DUST & FAME “You don’t have to know anyone to get into Burning Man, it’s just about your ideas, which can open a lot of doors.”

— Tyler Buckheim, 26

applied on a whim. This year, Buckheim spent more time composing her sculpture, “Horizon Lines,” and again was fortunate enough to have an honorarium; a grant footing the bill for her installation’s materials and tickets for her crew (which can range from $400 to $900). There are no more than 60 honorariums given each year.

“It was amazing, so many people knew about my sculpture beforehand,” said Buckheim referring to the Huffington Post’s article listing her sculpture one of 12 “must sees” at this year’s festival, a pretty high achievement for a 26-year-old native Key Wester. The sculpture itself is 25 4x4 wooden posts,

each 12 feet long. Once planted in the ground and spaced apart, the visible 9 feet was painted to match the existing horizon line of mountains over 10 miles away. It was an interactive optical allusion for the viewer to move around determining foreground, background - a moving painting without one point of view.

Buckheim spent two weeks working and living in the scorching desert. While the heat felt easier than the humidity of home, she developed a cough from the dust and the tips of her fingers peeled away.

But she shrugged off wearing ski goggles constantly, “You get used to it.” And when it was over, Buckheim left no trace and donated her wood sculpture to Habitat for Humanity for houses.

Buckheim credits her artists’ genes to parents, well known locals Dick Buckheim and Susan Bailey.

Find Buckheim and her art at her business, Petronia Islands store in Bahama Village or visit www.petroniaislandstore.com.

“Little Sprouts” Nature Series for 2-5 year olds will begin Saturday, October 1st 10am to 11am in the Cracker House at Crane Point Museum and Nature Center. Join Miss Libby as she reads “Why Bear likes Water,” and learn about Water through activities, crafts and a unique hunt for hidden water. Cost is $5 per child. Children must be accompanied by an adult during the program.

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December 6th

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“Wind”

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“Thunder”

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MARATHON WEEKLY / SEPTEMBER 23, 2016

2016 Middle Keys Candidate Forum October 3, 2016 • 6-9 pm Marathon Government Center

2798 Overseas Hwy (2nd Floor), Marathon

The only televised forum in the Florida Keys. Comcast Ch. 76 For more info:

Daniel Samess,Chamber CEO ceo@f loridakeysmarathon.com 305.743.5417

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Harborview

Café & Bar Now Open for Lunch & Dinner!

Daily Chef’s Specials

Tues: All you can eat Snow Crabs!

Wed: Italian Night Thurs: Karaoke Fri: Dan Sullivan Sat: John Bartus hosts Best of Marathon After Party Happy Hour Mon - Fri, 3-6 Special Drink Prices

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Fish Filet Meal (Fried, Grilled or Blackened) Choice of Mahi, Grouper, Snapper, Hogfish or Seared Tuna.

Shrimp Platter (Fried, Grilled or Blackened).

Seafood Pasta. Skirt Steak. Fried Calamari Shrimp Quesadillas. Steak Fajitas. Fish Tacos. Lobster Enchilado (Creole style). "Best" Cuban Sandwich.

Midnight/Medianoche. Philly Cheese Steak. Steak Sandwich/Pan con Bistec. Chicken Sandwich. Pork Sandwich/Pan con Lechon.

Homemade Desserts including Fried Key Lime Pie!

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THE DRESS CODE

Black Tie or Formal This is the most formal of dress codes and is common for galas or balls such as the Mariners Hospital Bougainvillea Ball on Saturday, Jan. 28 – so save the date! If you see that in the title, it may be an indicator that it is a more formal event.

For men, black tie means dark colored suits or tuxes with white shirts, a tie or bow-tie and dress shoes. For women, a floor-length evening gown or knee-length cocktail dress is appropriate. Pair it with fine jewelry and sparkly heels for a sophisticated look.

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e live in a really awesome place. Not just because of the beautiful weather or the amazing water in our backyard but because of the wonderful people who live here. The Florida Keys embrace new people with open arms. Maybe its because many of us have come from different places and made the Keys our home, or maybe its because we’re the best small town in America. Whatever the reason, I believe the locals are what make this place so special.

One way Keys’ locals are amazing is our support of one another and our causes. During “season” there is a fundraiser or event for a different organization or nonprofit every weekend. And we help fundraise, donate silent auction items and buy tickets to attend these events without batting an eyelash. Below are a few tips to help you dress stylishly for each dress code while supporting worthy causes.

Cocktail Attire For cocktail parties such as the Habitat for Humanity of the Upper Keys Annual Cocktail Party held every year on the first Friday of March, the dress code is cocktail attire. That means short dresses for women and sport coats, or dress shirts with slacks for men. Instead of throwing on your LBD, opt for a dress in a fun color or pair your LBD with bright heels to refresh your look.

Go to HabitatUpperKeys.org for more information.

Purple Tie On Saturday, October 1, the Purple Pumpkin Gala benefiting Rett Syndrome will take place at the Islander Resort. Hosted by Michelle and Travis Bennett in honor of their daughter, this beautiful night will provide much needed awareness while raising money for Rett Syndrome. Enjoy dinner, live and silent auctions, live music and dancing on the beach. For this unique dress code, wear cocktail attire appropriate for the beach. Leave your heels at home and instead opt for a floor length, midi-length or cocktail dress with sandals such as a metallic color or rhinestone embellished pair. For men, tuxes, suits and cocktail attire are appropriate but consider your footwear as it will be on the beach. If you can work in the color purple, all the better. One hundred percent of proceeds from this event go to support research for Rett Syndrome. Go to rettsyndrome.org/purplepumpkingala for more information.

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MARATHON WEEKLY / SEPTEMBER 23, 2016

A hero gone too soon

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efore last week, I would hear the statistic that 22 U.S. veterans kill themselves every day, and part of me didn’t believe it. I couldn’t wrap my head around the fact that so many of our best men and women succumb to feelings of hopelessness. Yet, I can relate.

I’m a veteran. And so was my cousin. Past tense.

When I came home, I was different. Once carefree, my persona had become far more serious and stern. Apart from becoming really angry at even the slightest thing, I was GABRIEL unable to feel stress without it avalanching into anxiety. As SANCHEZ my anxiety grew so did my unhealthy coping methods. Most days, following work, I found myself drinking to feel better. … is a Marathon I cut myself off from most of my friends and family. I was native, Navy veteran, and struggling isolated, and the limited social interaction I did have was taxing and felt awkward. I found it difficult speaking to anyone musician. He’s living proof that outside my military peers about my experiences. I developed great things … are sleeping and anxiety issues. short and have I’ll never forget the first family Christmas party I atgood hair (includtended and how ashamed I felt to have two family members ing facial). Sixty approach me separately and ask if I was “okay;” especially percent of the time, he makes because I was purposefully trying to mask how “not ok” I was.

90 percent of the But I had someone I could relate to, my cousin Uriel deadlines.

Flores. After graduating Nutley High School in New Jersey, he enlisted in the Navy, became a Corpsman (the Navy’s version of medics), and had a deployment to Iraq already under his belt. Uri kept “his” Marines safe and healthy, and had the type of grit you’d expect from a north New Jersey kid. I eventually found my way into the Navy Riverine Force, whose job it was to conduct maritime security operations on the rivers of Iraq and its surrounding coastal waterways.

Our jobs required extreme skills, physical readiness, and mental strength. We welcomed the challenge. We would both go on to proudly serve multiple tours, pushing our minds and bodies further than we had ever thought we could. Our jobs paralleled each other in many ways, and we would sometimes call each other to laugh and compare our journeys.

We talked about Iraq, coming home, and how different things were. Uri had always been a passionate person with a strong will and I took a lot of comfort knowing I wasn’t alone in readjusting. We talked about how difficult it was for even family to understand our experiences.

The years that followed would be harder than I imagined, and contact with Uri became less and less. Struggling to find balance, I would seek counseling at the veteran’s resource center on campus and for three years, work on myself to find healthy ways to cope with stress. In the end, I graduated the University of Central Florida in 2015, healthy and prepared to continue on with my life.

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For reasons that are still unknown, Uri decided to take his life on Sept. 6, 2016, and on Sept. 10, Suicide Prevention Day, my family buried our hero.

Aside from sadness, anger, and regret, confusion has dominated my thoughts recently. What would compel someone with a bright future to choose this route? Uri was enrolled at Columbia University in New York. He was handsome and genuine and loved to laugh.

I don’t know what he might have been feeling lately, or what circumstances in life had made him feel like he had no options. These questions linger and hurt immensely.

Perhaps a misconception of veteran suicide is that men and women come back from what they’ve done and feel ashamed. I don’t believe this is the case with Uri. He was proud of his service, and as a Corpsman, he spent his time healing and helping people rather than hurting anyone. He traveled many places and made many friends.

What I do know, is that a strong support system of people who can empower and listen, and have the patience to confront your shortcomings, are the catalyst for improving quality of mind and life. A gesture that simple can make a world of difference to a person struggling to find worth and motivation.

The complex paradigm of veteran suicide will not be solved by a single initiative or by a new President. The solution may be in our communities, with friends and family that listen and encourage. When the community becomes vested in the health and wellness of our veterans, and the issue of veteran suicide isn’t relegated to political talking points or uncomfortable conversation, maybe 22 will be just a number again.

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eptember is Suicide Prevention Month.

Although, in the Keys, the staggering rate of Monroe County Suicide has been a cause for great concern for health care professionals and concerned citizens year round. From 2010 to 2015, 265 individuals committed suicide in the Keys. The data references those who ended their lives in the Keys, whether or not they were permanent residents.

“There is still a lot of research that must be done to determine what the contributing factors are for Monroe County's higher than average death rate over the last few years for suicide as compared to other counties in Florida,” said Alison Morales-Kerr of Florida’s Department of Health in Monroe County. “Monroe County has the highest average death rate for suicide in Florida as compared to all other counties in Florida over the last five years.”

Data collected by state government puts the average suicide rate at 14.1 per 100,000 residents in the state. In the Keys, it’s 27.1 per 100,000 residentrs.

It was these soaring rates that initially caught the eye of Mary Lou Hoover, an active volunteer in the American Foundation of Suicide Prevention and local Out of the Darkness suicide awareness walk. Following a project spearheaded by her own class of Leadership Monroe, Hoover has kept the initiative going.

This year, Hoover and members of Class 23 will again be participating in the second annual Out of the Darkness walk on Sunday, Nov. 6 to raise awareness.

“We pushed to have open conversations with organizations, governments and the community.

We wanted to get people on board with the fact that we have a serious issue. We needed ways to begin to talk about how we can bring services and support groups into the community,” said Hoover. “Since the project, we started a mental health group in Key West that offers a broad continuum of care. The group is made up of professionals from various facets of the community that have an interest in the mental health and wellbeing of our citizens.”

Key West, along with the rest of the Keys, has large at-risk populations that contribute to the high suicide rate according to professionals.

“There are several populations that are largely at risk in the Keys, including our veteran population, homeless population, L.G.B.T.Q community members, and our transient population,” said Hoover.

This year, the Department of Health in Monroe County has taken additional steps to study, monitor, and identifying factors and predictors of suicide. Through the efforts of DOHMonroe intern Summer DeBastiani, a doctorate student from the University of Miami, six additional questions about veterans’ mental health were added to survey regarding behavioral risk factors of individuals.

DeBastiani will be pooling data collected throughout the county for the next year to better understand the factors surround the high suicide rate.

She said she believes some predictors of suicide amongst Monroe County residents can be linked to social isolation, substance abuse, and limited access to mental health care. She also said evidence shows that although most mental disorders increase the risk for suicide, that major depression and substance use disorders are the most associated with suicide risk.

“Therefore, a population such as Monroe County, that has decreased access to mental health care, increased access to drugs and alcohol, and a large veteran population is more at risk,” she said.

She’s also investigating the number of suicides among actual residents, as opposed to the transient population who end their life in the Keys.

According to the Department of Health, suicide has decreased from the fifth to the sixth leading cause of death in Monroe County for people under the age of 65 since 2011.

“Unfortunately, suicide is still often viewed and described as an individual issue; when it actually impacts families, communities, and society at large,” said DeBastiani.

If you, or someone you know, needs assistance, contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800273-TALK or the national Hope line Network at 1-800-SUICIDE. Veterans can contact 1-800-273-8255 and Press “1”, or contact Ron Zaleski at 305-5043795 at the Long Walk Home in Key Largo.

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MARATHON WEEKLY / SEPTEMBER 23, 2016

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Faculty and students at Marathon 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 MHS and why are they important to you?

I am not involved with any activities/organizations at school at the moment, but I have been involved with feeding the homeless at the Church of God. It’s very important to me because there are people less fortunate and they should be treated with pure kindness.

Who has been your biggest inspiration at MHS and why?

My biggest inspiration at MHS is Ms. Buhyoff because she’s been supportive of me since day one and I couldn’t ask for a better teacher and friend. She’s like a second mom to me.

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

AVID bas best prepared me for life after high school because I have been taught what is necessary to achieve my goals and to survive whatever is thrown my way.

Instagram or Snapchat?

What’s your favorite filter?

Snapchat. And my favorite filter is the butterfly crown.

What are your plans after high school?

My plan is to go to college (hopefully UCF) and to achieve my dreams of becoming a criminalist and have photography as a backup career.

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

I don’t think I will make the Keys my permanent home because I want to explore the world. Maybe when I am older I’ll call the Keys home.

Finish this sentence: Living in the Keys has taught me… … that you have to be strong and work hard to achieve your goals in life.

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Put your hands up!

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Marathon High School’s Rachel Philcox blocks a spike from a Key West player at a recent game.

Currently, the varsity team stands at 10-6 overall, and 4-1 in districts. The varsity team plays on Friday at home, Monday at Archbishop Carroll High School and on Friday, Sept. 30, at home against Miami Community Charter School.

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MARATHON WEEKLY / SEPTEMBER 23, 2016

Marathon residents head to Key West Help raise funds for AIDS Help at date auction

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group of Marathon residents spent Saturday evening in Key West volunteering their time and energy to raise funds for AIDS Help and Kristen Livengood, a 2002 Marathon High School graduate, bid for a crown as Fantasy Fest Queen. About half of the dates hailed from Marathon.

— Weekly Staff Report SARA MATHIS and GABRIEL SANCHEZ/Keys Weekly

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1. Marathon Weekly owner and auctioneer extraordinaire Jason Koler (not pictured is co-auctioneer Britt Myers) points out higher bids on Amanda Minton, owner of Sol Shine Yoga.

2. Sunset Grill’s Troy Meadows, left, and John Kotch help queen candidate Kristen Livengood at the door.

3. Florida Keys Reel Adventures’ Kevin Johnsen shows off mermaid Tanira Kane. His date went for $600 for a mermaid sandbar excursion.

4. These three Marathon ladies — Chelsey Stewart, Amanda Minton, and Jeanine Christiansen — bring in a collective total of $2,600.

5. The lovable Pikachu, a.k.a. Chase Grimes, helps raise cash with his ‘Pokemon on Duval Street with Pikachu’ package. The person who bought him opted for a spearfishing date instead. Chase did win the award for the best ‘worm’ EVER.

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Even More Songs I’d Like Never to Hear Again Please, Mister DJ… please?

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elcome to another installment of Songs I’d Like Never to Hear Again. Songs so cloying, insipid, or just plain obnoxious — these are the alleged pieces of… music that will have me changing the radio station quicker than one can say “Feelings.”

• “Last Kiss” – Wayne Cochran/ Pearl Jam. This song, in typical 1950s four-chord fashion, is a real creepy and horrifying story about a high school date gone horribly wrong.

There’s a car crash, and the girl out on the date is bloodied, wounded, and gives the boy her last kiss. What makes the song worthy for inclusion on this list is that this sad and horrible story about teenage carnage is told in such a sing-songy poppy way, as if it were a fun little tale with a happy ending. Spoiler alert: she dies before the end of the song. Even Eddie Vedder’s lonesome voice can’t save Pearl Jam’s version.

• “Baby Hold on to Me” – Eddie Money. Annoying.

Insipid. The same riff over and over again. It’s a song that makes the listener wonder why, especially JOHN during the repeatBARTUS ed “baby” chant is a City Council at the end over member and a that same riff over former Mayor of and over. Please, the City of Marajust give me two thon. John is also a musician who tickets to paradise performs around and let go of the town at various repetitive and establishments. totally annoying redundant and repetitive riff. Baby. Please.

• “Taking Care of Business” – Bachman Turner Overdrive. Randy Bachman and company want everyone to believe that it’s as easy as fishing and you can be a musician and self-employed and work at nothing all day. What a load of crap. Take it from someone who has 35+ years of professional do-it-for-a-living experience, it’s not easy as fishing. And just

ask a local charter captain how easy fishing for a living is while you’re at it.

People who are good at what they do might make it look easy, but years of practice and rehearsal and learning how to sing and play an instrument and how to use the equipment necessary to do the job and then moving and hauling it and setting up and tearing down after each gig… all the while putting up with the occasional obnoxious drunk. It’s just like all the people who come down and hire a charter boat and don’t know diddly or squat about boat and engine maintenance, scrubbing the boat after a charter, and all the other stuff charter captains and crew must endure. But we put up with all the other stuff because (at least in my case) we love what we do. Even if someone requests crappy songs like “Taking Care of Business.”

• “Can I Touch You There?” – Michael Bolton. No explanation necessary.

• “Into The Night” – Benny Mardones. This truly creepy song starts with the line, “She’s just sixteen years old, leave her alone, they said.” And if he had just left her alone, instead of

creating some fantasy with statutory ramifications, it might have been all right. Instead, Benny creates an alternate reality where if he could fly, he’d take her into the night and show her love like she’s never seen. I bet he would. The amazing thing about this song was that it was in the Top 20 twice — in 1980 and 1989. While Benny Mardones maintains that the song really isn’t about what it’s really about, it might explain some unsavory things… like Subway’s former pitchman Jared Fogle.

I realize that music is a very subjective subject, and that you might have differing opinions. That’s okay.

For me, it’s fun to look back on those special songs that, while obviously very popular, stick in my ear like an icepick. And I still haven’t touched “Seasons In The Sun.” There’s always next time…

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his drink just pops,” said Jose Macias while bartending at Lazy Days South, overlooking the ocean and an amazing sunset sky. Not only is the drink beautiful, but also delicious and filled with five different rums; giving it its name, Five Rum Punch.

Macias has been working at Lazy Days for six years since moving from Mexico. “The drink has fresh lime and orange juice in it,” he said. “It’s really good.” The liquor is blackberry brandy, crème de banana, coconut rum, and light rum topped with a Myer’s dark rum floater and a little grenadine.

He said the punch goes best with the hogfish on the menu, especially his favorite – Hogfish Casa.

The fresh catch is prepared with sautéed shrimp and scallops with shallots, mushrooms and scallions in a garlic lemon butter sauce topped with three-way cheese. He said it’s his go-to choice.

When Macias isn’t bartending, he’s working out at the gym, playing soccer with his buddies at Marathon Community Park, or fishing.

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Cyclists undertake 100-mile ride to help MARC clients

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THE TOUR CREATOR AND RIDER JO SOCHA OF CUDJOE KEY Bike: Bianchi.

How long have you been riding?

20 years.

What made you want to do the 100mile Tour De Keys? I wanted to set up a ride that would not only raise money for MARC House but would bring recognition throughout the entire Keys for what MARC House does for developmentally disabled adults. If the community does not know what we do, they can’t help. (Editor’s note: MARC client Michael Neary is riding the 100 miles on Jo’s team!)

Other notable rides/races? MS 150 in Jacksonville and here in South Florida.

Favorite race fuel? Bananas and NUUN.

lthough the Overseas Trail is largely complete, riding bicycles 100 miles from Key Largo to Key West still presents a challenge. But local riders like these are ready to take on the task to raise money for MARC House, a Keyswide organization which helps local adults who are developmentally challenged.

The second annual Tour De Keys happens on Saturday, Sept. 24.

“Cycling has become a really big sport in the Keys,” said Becki Balcer, Tour De Keys co-director out of Key West, who has completed The Smart Ride through the Keys, and other century rides. “Most of the riders this year are Keys residents.”

The event is capped at 100 riders, and participants number 83 as of presstime. “You know how people are in the Keys, so it’s very possible we will max out this year,” Balcer said.

Mark Terrill of Islamorada Sports, who hosts 100-mile rides through the Keys frequently, is the other director of this weekend’s race.

Balcer said she’s excited to see a lot of first time riders this year. “It’s reaching a different rider and shows that we will be able to continue to grow the ride,” she said. “And, we couldn’t do it without the volunteers who man the eight water stations throughout the Keys.”

As for the riders, be on the lookout for them this Saturday, Sept. 24 from sunrise until 5 p.m. There are many places where the Overseas Trail ends and cyclists must ride on the shoulder of the bridges. The ride is expected to raise more $15,000 — registration fees plus sponsorships — this year for the MARC Clients. For more information on MARC House, visit marchouse.org.

— Weekly Staff report

A ‘Century Ride’ is defined as a bicycle ride of 100 miles or more within 12 hours.

THE NOVICE TRACY MCDANIEL OF MARATHON Bike: Trek.

How long have you been riding?

A few years, but have really started putting in miles the past few months usually going 10-20 miles three to four days a week with my Jeff (her baby daddy).

What made you want to do the 100mile Tour De Keys? I thought it would be fun and a couple of my friends are riding in it, too. So we are doing a fourperson team to ride the 100 miles in a group. I am most afraid about riding next to the traffic.

Other notable rides/races? This will be my first big ride. Eek. Favorite race fuel? Music, lots of water, and knowing I can eat whatever I want when I'm done!

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MARATHON WEEKLY / SEPTEMBER 23, 2016

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EOE. Must be willing to submit to and pass a drug screening and background check.

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19. *”A Tale of Two ____” 21. *E. L. Doctorow novel 23. Feeling blue 24. Bona fide 25. “Big Brother” network 28. Rubik’s puzzle 30. Real life “Citizen Kane” 35. At the end of one’s what?

37. Wine container 39. Charted record 40. Beauty salon straightener 41. Like unspoken agreement 43. Evening purse 44. *”All Quiet on the Western Front” by Erich ____ Remarque 46. Low-cal 47. Surfer’s stop 48. Outdoor stone seating 50. They got their revenge?

52. Dunce 53. Gunk 55. Public Enemy’s music 57. *”Wuthering ____” (E. BrontÎ) 61. *Dreiser’s “Sister ____” or King’s “____” 64. Matter of debate 65. *”On ____ Majesty’s Secret Service” (Ian Fleming) 67. *”For Whom the Bell ____” (E. Hemingway) 69. Tossed starter 70. E in BCE 71. *”Germinal” author ____ Zola 72. Litigant 73. Dreaming stage of sleep 74. Comedy Central’s public humiliation

DOWN 1. Band aid 2. Nonclerical 3. Naysayer’s favorite prefix 4. Civil unrest, pl.

5. *Newbery Medal winner “____ Magee” 6. New Mexico art colony 7. *”Howards ____” (E. M. Forster) 8. Core of personnel 9. Deal with the devil, e.g.

10. Tangerine grapefruit hybrid 11. “Howdy, ____!”

12. Casino chip 15. Long John Silver’s appendage 20. Something concluded 22. Pleasurable interjection 24. Officially cancel 25. *Reason for punishment (F. Dostoyevsky) 26. Laundry booster 27. Mushroom’s reproductive structure 29. Canaanite deity 31. Mars, to the Greeks 32. Fraction, e.g.

33. Plural of sputum 34. *”The Book ____” (M. Zusak) 36. *”The Famous Five” author ____ Blyton 38. *”The ____ Runner” (K. Hosseini) 42. ____ incognita, a.k.a. unknown land 45. Curved like a foot 49. Creation of the right side of the brain 51. One who darts 54. Theater guide 56. Movie trailer, e.g.

57. Snake’s warning 58. Biblical twin 59. ____ of Man 60. ____ gum, food additive 61. Pack like sardines 62. Pelvic parts 63. Corner pieces 66. Old-fashioned “before” 68. Position

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MARATHON WEEKLY / SEPTEMBER 23, 2016

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

AUTOS FOR SALE

KEY WEST KIA

1963 Pontiac Grand Prix -almost entirely original parts and interior. Blue inside and out. Great condition. $12,500. For more details or more pictures, call 305-733-7901. Located in Marathon.

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 Toyota Corolla Warranty, 34,000 miles $13,690

2016 Chevy Cruze Ltd Loaded, gray, 18,000 miles $14,965

2015 Chevy Impala 30,400 miles, gray $14,395

2015 Nissan Altima 35,795 miles, red, like new $14,990

2016 Jeep Compass Like new, 18,650 miles $15,990

2014 Kia Sorento Low miles, like new $17,990

2015 Dodge Journey SXT Third row seat $18,990

2015 Camaro Convertible RS $20,990

2016 Nissan Frontier Crew Cab Like new $24,490

2016 Ram 1500 Crew Cab Pickup 13,500 miles.

Like new !!!!! $28,490

2013 Toyota Tundra Crew Cab Call for details!!!

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

AUTOS WANTED ALL YEARS! Junk or Used.

Cars - Vans - Trucks - RVs. Running or Not. CASH 305-332-0483

ED EMPLOYMENT

Key Largo School Crossing Guard Monroe County Sheriff’s Office is accepting preliminary applications for School Crossing Guard.4 hour work days with split shifts of 2 hours in the morning and 2 hours in the afternoon.

Hourly rate is $14.06. Applicants must fill out the online pre-application at: www.keysso.net Contact Charles Slebodnick at (305) 292-7044. EEO/AAP

Full-Time Salaried Position in Key West office. The Porter-Allen Insurance Company is looking for an experienced customer service rep. Licensed preferred 2-20 or 4-40 Florida.

Mon-Fri 8-5. Please call 305-294-2542 and ask for Elizabeth or David. Fax 305-296-0054 Marathon - Need energetic

person that would like to learn a career in the Electrical trades- must be willing to take directions and have clean VALID FL DL-call 305-743-0399 - benefits package.

TELLER POSITIONS at FIRST STATE BANK of the Florida Keys. BIG PINE KEY & ISLAMORADA BRANCHES. Cash handling & balancing skills a must. Apply on line www.keysbank.com.

EOE M/F/V/D Member FDIC 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 Construction Foreman wanted. Needs Vehicle.

Pay commensurate with experience. Call 305-3047995 Looking for independent worker. Must have vehicle.

Great pay and training included.

Call 305-304-7995 NOW HIRING: Sweet Savannah’s is now hiring for evening shifts.Please Apply In Person. 8919 Overseas Hwy in Marathon LOOKING FOR Wait Staff, Food Runners & Hosts. Established busy restaurant - must apply in Person.

EMPLOYMENT

LEGAL NOTICES

Sparky’s Landing, Key Colony Beach Servers & Bartenders Needed Full Time Please apply during business hours.

Key Colony Inn, 700 W. Ocean Dr. Key Colony

As of September 20, 2016, Dr. Ricardo Quintero-Herencia will not be affiliated with 21st Century Oncology the Marta A. Gonzalez Cancer Center. You may continue to seek medical care and services with one of 21st Century Oncology’s board certified medical oncologists by contacting the office directly. 21st Century Oncology the Marta A. Gonzalez Cancer Center will continue operations at their current location and hours and will maintain the medical records for patients treated by Dr. Quintero-Herencia.

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.

M a r a t h o n

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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. 321784-5982 or 321-302-3630 www.shipsusa.com .

FOR RENT APARTMENTS

Marathon - Beautiful 2 BR apartment. Gated waterfront property. Furnished or unfurnished. Access to garage and dockage for an upcharge. First, last and security. 6 months minimum. 954-554-4190 for more info. .

FOR RENT BOAT SLIPS

Transient & Commercial Boat Slips for rent in Marathon. No live-a-board. For BEST RATES call Gary (305) 304-3610 Fmonth. Call 5617580447.

FOR RENT Marathon - Beautiful 2/1

HOMES

M a r a t h o n Waterfront 2 bedroom home. Great views, porches.

Kayaking, snorkeling. No pets, no smoking. $2,145 per month. Call 561-7580447.

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COLLECTIBLES

PRIVATE COLLECTOR WANTS Rolex, Dive watches and Pilot watches. Old model Military clocks & watches. Call 305-7434578

If you have any questions or concerns regarding your medical records, please contact the office directly at 305-296-0021, fax 305296-0061, or write to 3426 N Roosevelt Blvd, Key West, FL 33040.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SIXTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA Case No.: 2016-DR728-K Division: Family Rand Scott Wagner, Petitioner, and Marcela Ines ColladoMehech, Respondent.

NOTICE OF ACTION FOR DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE (NO CHILD OR FINANCIAL SUPPORT) TO: Marcela Ines Collado-Mehech ADDRESS: Rio Rancho, New Mexico 87124 YOU ARE NOTIFIED that an action has been filed against you and that you are required to serve a copy of your written defenses, if any, to it on Rand Scott Wagner whose address is 3255 Duck Avenue, #8, Key West, Florida 33040, on or before October 11, 2016 and file the original with the clerk of this Court at 500 Whitehead Street, Key West, FL 33040 before service on Petitioner or immediately thereafter.

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

Copies of all court documents in this case, including orders, are available at the Clerk of the Circuit Court’s office. You may review these documents upon request.

You must keep the Clerk of the Circuit Court’s office notified of your current address.

(You may file Notice of Current Address, Florida Supreme Court Approved Family Law Form 12.915.) Future papers in this lawsuit

LEGAL NOTICES will be mailed to the address on record at the clerk’s office.

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

Dated: September 1, 2016 Amy Heavilin, CPA Clerk of the Circuit Court Monroe County, Florida By: Lisa M. Pierce Deputy Clerk

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Publish: September 9, September 16, September 23 and September 30, 2016 The Weekly Newspapers

The Weekly Newspapers are in full compliance with Chapter 50 of the Florida State Statutes on Legal and Official Advertisements. The Weekly Newspapers are distributed from Key Largo to Key West.

Call (305) 743-0844, Fax (305)743-0866 or E-mail anneke@ keysweekly.com.

Full & Part Time Positions.

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

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

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Construction Supervisor/Laborer Wanted

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Physical Duties, Bobcat Experience Vehicle Required

OFFICE SPACES FOR RENT

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Parking spaces also available.

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MARATHON WEEKLY / SEPTEMBER 23, 2016

• CLASSIFIEDS, PUBLIC & LEGAL NOTICES • 305.743.0844 CITY OF KEY COLONY BEACH Full-Time Position Open • Maintenance Worker For City building and grounds maintenance. Hourly position $16.75 per hour. Full Benefit Package including Health Insurance, FRS Retirement, Paid vacation, sick and holidays, etc. Qualifications: High school diploma or GED. Valid driver’s license. Ability to operate mowing equipment and various power tools. 2 yrs. experience.

Pick-up an application at City of Key Colony Beach City Hall, 600 West Ocean Drive, Key Colony Beach, FL 33051 or on-line at www.keycolonybeach.net; “City Documents” ; “Forms”; “Employment Application” Equal Opportunity Employer

We Buy Gold Locally!

HELP WANTED Dockhand/Bellman Room Attendant

Cash Flow Jewelry and Pawn

GREAT PAY INCENTIVES. PAID VACATIONS BENEFITS AFTER 90 DAYS

Townsquare Mall Marathon

Please apply in person at 28500 Overseas Highway, Little Torch Key

HIRING! Sweet Savannah’s Bake Shop

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.

Servers, Busperson, and Food Runners.

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

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.

is now hiring for evening shifts.

Please Apply In Person 8919 Overseas Hwy in Marathon

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

HIRING FOR THE FOLLOWING POSITIONS:

Rewarding stable jobs with excellent benefits!!!

THE GUIDANCE/CARE CENTER, Inc. in MARATHON is looking for: • Medical Director/ Psychiatrist • Research Assistant • Care Coordinator/LPN • Peer Specialist (PT) • Maintenance Specialist • Psychiatrist (PT, Contract) • Pharmacist (PT, Contract) The Guidance/Care Center, Inc, a division of

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Dolphin Research Center has a FT opening for an Animal Care & Habitat Apprentice. Must work well with animals, in order to support Medical & Animal Care & Training departments & participate on Manatee Rescue Team. Must be physically fit, able to lift 75 lbs., possess general “handy-man” skills, have a clean driving record & be diver certified or willing to become certified – knowledge of dive equipment maintenance is a plus. Successful candidate will be responsible, organized, & motivated with excellent team player skills.

Benefits include medical insurance, 401(k), vacation & paid holidays.

Job description available at www.dolphins.org. Email resume & DRC application to drc-hr@dolphins.org. EOE

Immediate Opening

“Uplifting the human spirit since 1973”

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

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WE KNOW LEADERS Paid Political Advertisement paid for by Bill Cooper, P.O.Box 501834, Marathon, FL 33050 independently of any candidate. This advertisement was not approved by any candidate.

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New Tile in Stock!

Brand New Area Rugs!

Huge New Laminates Selection!