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Huey Lewis and the News will headline the fourth annual Keystock on April 2, with an estimated crowd of more than 6,000 expected at the show. Event founder Joe Cleghorn — joined by co-organizers Danny and Maura Hughes of Two Friends Patio — break the ‘News.’ See story on pg. 6.

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LOCAL CHATTER The Powerball jackpot reached a phenomenal $1.5 billion this week and three winners hit all the important numbers. The winning tickets were sold in California, Tennessee and Florida. According to Florida Lottery officials, the winning ticket was sold at a Melbourne supermarket. While that probably negates the chances of a Keys winner, it didn’t deter the Keys Weekly from asking …

Signs of a heart attack are rarely this obvious.

What would you do with a billion dollars?

Jan Blinckmann, owner of Daedalus LLC, has too many ideas.

“I would rent The Home Depot for the day and let all the kids race their bikes and scooters down the aisles. Then I would get as many snow machines as possible to turn Mt. Trashmore into a ski lift so everyone could have a snow day in Key West. I would definitely buy HARC and change all the rules. Sponsor 1,000 Syrian refugees. And lastly, fly the Doerfels to Germany to have a concert for my friends and family.”

Chuck Clapp, Premier Painting, often dreams of winning. “I would get the remaining members of the Grateful Dead to play in my back yard and it would be free for everyone. I would get a new roof. And I would buy England for my wife but I would move it closer to Key West.”

Tania Cole, manager of Blue Boutique, and a local for 25-years said, “I would buy all my friends a house in Key West and buy a business that way we could stay here forever. Then I would hire the Talking Heads and the TomTom Club to play at Ft. Zach all night long. My dream would be to dance with Tina Weymouth across the stage.”

During a heart attack, every minute matters. So, know the warning signs. If you experience them, call 911 and get to the nearest emergency room. And know that

Barb Grob, owner Key West Local Luxe and 19-year local, would immediately give “a whole bunch” to the MARC House. “I would take all my friends on a fabulous trip around the world, so it pays to be nice to me. Then buy as much land in Key West so all the dogs have a free place to play. And lastly, I would buy FOX News and turn it back into a channel just for the ‘Simpsons’ and some ‘Family guy.’”

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Hank Janssen, who works at Ace Strunk Hardware, would help out all his family and friends first. Then he would, “build a huge animal shelter. It would be more of a spa, with showers and pedicures for the animals.” Next he would buy the Jacksonville Sharks Arena football team and the Patriots, too, just so he can fire Tom Brady.

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POLITICAL FORECAST The Keys Weekly asked Keys’ elected officials for a forecast on the coming year and to reflect on 2015. This week, Monroe County Mayor Heather Carruthers and Florida Representative Holly Raschein discuss affordable housing, equality and more. Next week: Key West Mayor Craig Cates and U.S. Congressman Carlos Curbelo.

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Heather Carruthers, Mayor, Monroe County Commission Elected 2008

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hat 2015 accomplishments and achievements are you most proud

of?

Transmittal of County’s comprehensive plan; reducing millage rate for FY2016; confronting affordable housing crisis; receiving the County’s eligibility letter to re-enter FEMA’s Community Rating System; moving the reauthorization of the NFIP to the forefront of state issues through the Florida Association of Counties; beginning to address the impending impacts of

ing department.

sea level rise and completing our sustainability action plan; simplifying our permitting system and improving our build-

Greatest challenges facing the Florida Keys in 2016?

As a non-voting member of the County’s Affordable Housing Advisory Committee, we are developing strategies to increase the creation of and access to affordable workforce housing. I’m also looking at the possibility of shifting some of our tax burden away from residents to tourists through an additional penny sales tax that would fully fund all fire and rescue service throughout the county and municipalities. That one penny could also generate

additional revenues beyond those needs to support and enhance a variety of children’s, senior and health services that are currently funded by government.

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

It was probably the United Way’s report on the true cost of living in Monroe County. It accounts for the actually cost of housing and other services in the Keys. Nationwide, the annual poverty rate for a family of 4 is $23,050. In the Keys, it is $61,962. This, combined with the escalating real estate market and the personal stories

of friends who are forced out of the Keys because they can’t afford it, made a huge impact on me.

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

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

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

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

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

Greatest challenges facing the Florida Keys in 2016?

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

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

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

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

Keep it real; be honest and be yourself.

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Key West High School 2100 Flagler Ave An artist’s rendering of the finalized Douglass Gym in Bahama Village was supplied by Key West Senior Construction Manager Kreed Howell.

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ey West City Commissioner Clayton Lopez was advised to recuse himself during a portion of the most recent Key West City Commission meeting. And while the advice was befitting, it was a tough pill to swallow for the District VI Commissioner.

Lopez was asked to sit out a slice of that meeting which appeared, on paper, to ratify $247,500 in repairs to the Old Douglas Gym Band Room. The City deemed the overhauls an “emergency,” as the Roosevelt Sands Health Center would need a new home once construction began on the Douglass Gym. Not only did the band room seem to be the best fit — it might possibly be the only fit.

Ironically, Lopez had to recuse himself for the same reasons he likely would have been the most qualified to speak on the matter. Not only is he employed by the Health Department, but Lopez is the proud descendent of four generations in Key West’s historic Bahama Village, with many of the buildings preserving his family’s legacy on their walls, including those in question.

The measure to restore the band room was postponed after Commissioner Sam Kaufman challenged the “emergency” label — an objection that would later be justified after lengthy discussions on the dais.

But it wasn’t the objection, or any of his fellow commission-

Key West Senior Construction Manager Kreed Howell and Key West City Commissioner Clayton Lopez stand at center court of the Douglass Gym.

ers, that had Lopez biting his tongue. Instead, it was an array of questions that were left unanswered; questions Lopez has the answers to.

“First of all, this is not about the Health Department as whole,” said Lopez. “This is about the Roosevelt Sands Clinic. And it is a historic clinic in its own right. It’s been in existence for more than 22 years and it’s named after one of our city’s historic figures.”

That historic figure happens to be Lopez’s grandfather, but it’s not just his family’s historic legacy that Lopez wants to preserve. Should the construction on the band room go out to bid, the clinic, which serves patients from Key West to Key Colony Beach, could be forced to close. “[The clinic] did not create this situation. [The City] did,” said Lopez. “The clinic was under the impression that construction to the gym would not

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affect their operations. It’s hard to throw something this big, unexpectedly, into someone’s budget without proper planning. It’s a City emergency and we have to answer to this.”

However, the cornerstone of Commissioner Sam Kaufman’s objection to the original “emergency procurement” was it allowed the bidding process to be exclusive to three bidders, with Bella Construction securing the contract. Should the proposal go to bid, the clinic could be faced with up to 90 days of procedural delays.

“There are so many moving parts here and that’s why we initially viewed this as an emergency procurement,” said Key West Senior Construction Manager Kreed Howell. “And it’s in the best interest of the City.

I’ll look every contractor in the eye and tell them Bella is the best bid, because all the others would end up using Bella to do the work [on this particular project] anyways.”

While an argument could be made that construction to the Douglass Gym is an emergency for the clinic, it’s unclear whether or not that translates into an emergency for the City, or at least something that allows government to avoid the normal bidding process.

The agenda item to restore the band room has been added to next Wednesday’s agenda.

The “emergency” label has been amended and it will be offered under the City’s Code of Ordinances, “best interests of the City.”

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ENTERTAINMENT

Huey Lewis coming to Key West Concert is scheduled for early April

By Britt Myers

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t’s officially “hip to be square” in the city of Key West. Earlier this week Two Friends Patio and Homes for Vets Inc. solidified the big news. Well, to be exact, they signed Huey Lewis and the News.

The Grammy Award winning band will headline this year’s Keystock Music Festival at the Truman Waterfront on April 2.

And with over 30 million albums sold worldwide, several Record of the Year awards, Multi-Platinum albums, a Grammy and a library full of legendary rock ‘n’ roll songs; Huey Lewis and the News will certainly be one of the biggest acts to ever play the Southernmost City.

“Since we bought Two Friends, Maura and I have added more and more entertainment,” said Two Friends Patio’s and coevent organizer Danny Hughes.

“We feel that live music is an integral part of the fabric of Key West.”

Keystock originated with event organizer Joe Cleghorn, who teamed up with his good pal Howard Livingston to throw entertaining concerts at Cleghorn’s Lazy Lakes RV Park several ago. However, as the popularity and A-list acts continued to grow, the event relocated to the Truman Waterfront to accommodate the demand.

“Joe Cleghorn and the people at Lazy Lakes have done a remarkable job with Keystock,” said Hughes. “And during our many visits, we talked about how to get bigger and better acts to think of Key West as a destination venue.”

After three successful Keystock Music Fests, Huey Lewis and the News will follow other legendary bands: Three Dog Night, The Doobie Brothers and Grand Funk Railroad. All of those concerts admitted at least 3,000 ticket holders and benefited Homes for Vets, Inc.—a nonprofit created to assist veterans with housing as they acclimate back into society.

“I’m passionate about the men and women who sacrifice for this country,” said Cleghorn.

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and it’s too easy for many us to forget they are there. That’s why it’s so important we do everything we can to help them out.”

You’ve got land, air, sea and music … what else could you ask for?

— Jason Wolf on the convergence of the Tuna Trot, the Blue Angels, Ocean Fest and Huey Lewis all on the same weekend.

ceeds to Homes for Vets, while the Key West Rotary and other community organizations will benefit from liquor and food sales. However, this year’s show signifies a special inauguration, as the concert will take place on the exact grounds of the proposed amphitheater at Truman Waterfront.

“With the approval of the amphitheater, Joe, Maura and I thought, ‘So…let’s roll the dice and bring someone really special to Keystock,’” said Danny Hughes. “So the stars lined up, Huey Lewis wants to play here, it all happens right after Oceanfest and on the same weekend as the Blue Angels. It’s going to be a helluva weekend.”

Huey Lewis and the News will help raise housing funds for returning veterans.

For Cleghorn, this year’s concert is meaningful beyond his fervent commitment to the men and women in uniform. It is symbol of healing. In 2015 Cleghorn lost several people close to his heart, along with suffering a physical injury that would have been enough to cause many to take a break. Still, the everpassionate philanthropist and music lover never doubted there would be a fourth Keystock.

“We’ve come a long way,” said Joe Cleghorn. “A lot of people think I do all the work. The truth is Dave McGlathery and Mary Myers [Cleghorn’s partners at Lazy Lakes] are the soul of this thing. I love those two and without them none of this would be possible. Now you add Danny and Maura [Two Friends Patio] and this thing is going to be something special.”

Keystock will continue to donate portions of the pro-

In addition, ticket sales for Keystock are expected to surpass the 4,000 mark, with some speculating the number of attendees could reach beyond 6,000. Not only does the Huey Lewis concert coincide with a Naval Airshow on April 2, it will share the Truman Waterfront grounds with MOTE Marine’s 7th Florida Keys Ocean Festival.

“We’re thrilled to team up with Keystock to create an amazing day and weekend here in the Keys,” said MOTE’s Jason Wolf.

“We have the Tuna Trot, the Blue Angels, Ocean Fest and Huey Lewis. You’ve got land, air, sea and music…what else could you ask for?”

Tickets will go on sale this weekend, including VIP seating and general admission. Fans can visit www.keystix.com for general admission, or call 305-7451079 for VIP and other preferred seating.

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KEYS EATS

Pull up a stool at Amigos Locals and tourists enjoy their meal at Amigos that overlooks Greene and Duval streets.

Owners pride themselves on authenticity

By Kristen Livengood

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migos means “friends” in Spanish, but Amigos, the restaurant at 425 Greene St. in Key West, is the perfect place for mingling and meeting them.

“The seating is conducive to talking to your neighbor,” said co-owner Eric Sindone, of the counter-like seating throughout the restaurant. “And it gives customers a chance to people watch while eating.”

If tacos, burritos, quesadillas, fajitas, enchiladas and nachos, are something you are looking for, then look no further.

“I’ve been here almost every day for the past five years,” he said, “and were just happy to make people happy eating food.”

Two years ago, Amigos partners Eric, with Jack and Jesse Anderson, brought in Chef Lisa Esposito after a tour of South America to research and revamp the menu. The goal was to bring in the most authentic Latin recipes they could find.

“We wanted a place that we were excited about and proud of,” said Sindone. “We make everything from scratch.”

Amigos is also a great breakfast stop, opening at 8 a.m., with huevos rancheros, breakfast burritos and tacos, and migas. The latter is scrambled eggs cooked with crispy tortilla bits, mild salsa and onions and topped with shredded cheeses

— served alongside bacon or sausage and potatoes.

If you are looking for glutenfree options, Amigos’ menu is 85 percent gluten-free, including gluten-free beer, with Florida craft beers and Mexican favorites also on the menu.

Fizzy Mexican sodas are also available.

Top it off with dessert of flan, or compare the two top competing brands of Key Lime pie in Key West — Kermit’s or Key West Key Lime Pie Company.

“A lot of people will order one of each,” said Jacque, a server.

“One is tart and one is dense, so it’s fun to see whose pie they like the most.”

What’s a square taco?

Through the Amigos owner’s travels, they noticed that the most popular taco stands at the Central Mexican markets were those who made their tortillas fresh throughout the day. They took this idea and developed a tortilla machine that cuts the masa harina into a square shape — more filling, less spilling.

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The quartet has been a New Orleans staple since 2004, developing a unique sound inspired by the soulful funk and second-line fusions of their hometown, yet drawing heavily upon the eclectic possibilities of electronic progressions.

According to the band, its latest album release “New Beginnings” covers many variations of electronica music in a live setting. In New Orleans, the band has become the torchbearer for the city’s late night soundtrack featuring the unmistakable sound of New Orleans funk, tight drum ‘n’ bass breaks and intoxicating trance.

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Orleans. Its popularity quickly sparked a handful of additional performances on the road, as well as inspiring a Pink Floyd tribute set added recently, Nominated for Best R&B/ Funk Album in the 2012 Best of the Beat Awards for their work on “Renegade Masters,” Gravity A developed out of a city that is

inundated with musical vibrations — exhilarating New Orleans’ rich musical tapestry with their fresh, dynamic energy and innovative sound.

Sunday, Jan. 17 is also a no-miss at The Green Parrot.

Leon Atkins, better known as Lil’ Jimmy Reed, plays at 5:30 p.m.

“I’ve made over 25 studio albums, and I think probably I’ve made two real stinkers in my time, and some not-bad albums, and some really good albums. I’m proud of what I’ve done. In fact it’s been a good ride.”

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BOTTLE CAP LOUNGE DJ Dance Party –Friday, Jan. 15 DJ Dance Party – Saturday, Jan. 16 Country Dancing with Marvin – Tuesdays at 7:30 p.m.

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

Karaoke with Shawn – Wednesday at 8 p.m.

Bartender Kara keeps the jokes and drinks flowing at Pepe’s.

Pepe’s Cafe

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epe’s bartender Kara Tostenson ended up in Key West by accident in 1998 from Minnesota.

“Nobody else will take me,” she said, while shaking up drinks at a quaint, tucked-away, treelined bar on Caroline Street.

Surrounded by mostly locals and a couple of wandering tourists, Tostenson squeezes a couple oranges and limes to make a margarita – her specialty. “It’s special because I am the one who makes it,” she said. The simple syrup is also homemade.

When she isn’t bartending, she’s knitting. Just kidding.

She’s playing with her lab Cole, and dabbling in activities best not mentioned here. Also, just kidding. Maybe.

She’s been at Pepe’s for nine years and loves her customers the most, and agreed to a picture in The Weekly only if it will be in black and white, since she wasn’t prepared to be famous when we stopped by.

“I’m going to need a drink after this,” she said, pointing to a framed newspaper clipping on the bar’s wall. “I haven’t been in a newspaper since 1999, and I was white knuckling then, too.”

She said her margarita goes best with the fresh local fish sandwich on the lunch menu.

Pepe’s Café is located at 806 Caroline St., Key West. It’s open 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. daily.

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Din Allen – Saturdays at 4 p.m.

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Brian Roberts– Thursdays at noon Din Allen – Thursdays at 4 p.m.

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Nina Newton Band – Sunday, Jan. 17 at 1 p.m.

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Meet Foxy Brown, the Pirate Radio dog person of the week, from the Florida Keys SPCA. Foxy is a male Chihuahua/Pomeranian mix who weighs less than 10 pounds and was recently found as a stray on Stock Island. This little love bug gets along well with other animals and loves people too. If you have room in your heart & home for Foxy Brown, call the FKSPCA to arrange a meet & greet today. (305) 294-4857. Pirate Radio is a proud supporter of animal lovers everywhere.

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BRIEFLY Library friends host columnist Award-winning reporter, editor, and syndicated columnist Hal Crowther will be speaking on Monday, Jan. 18 at 6 p.m. at the Key West Theater, 512 Eaton St. Admission is free. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. For more information, visit friendsofthekeywestlibrary.org.

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munity, will host an event on Wednesday, Jan. 20 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Isle Cook, 218 Whitehead St. Admission is free and the public is invited. There will be a silent auction and guest bartenders, appetizers and happy hour specials for beer and wine. A brief update will be given on the accomplishments of 2015 and the challenges for 2016. For more information, contact Evie Evers Kling at 305296-3267 or 937-974-3336 or evie@eqfl.org.

Take Stock celebrates seniors January is National Mentoring month, and Take Stock in Children will hosts its annual senior celebration and student meet-and-greet on Tuesday, Jan. 19 at 5 p.m. at The Studios of Key West. For more information, contact Chuck Licis, at 305-293-1546 or Chuck.Licis@ KeysSchools.com.

Café con Libros at Key West Library The Key West Library is offering their free Café con Libros author series on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 9:30 a.m. through March 15 at 700 Fleming St. Upcoming chats include author Lucy Burdette of the Key West Food Critic Murder Mysteries on Tuesday, Jan. 19 and author Michael Haskin of the Mick Murphy Key West Mystery Series on Thursday, Jan. 21. For more information, call 305-292-3595.

Health Department wants ‘biggest loser’ Key West’s weight-loss minichallenge starts Tuesday, Jan. 19 and runs for eight weeks through March 15 for a onetime $30 fee. Weigh-ins will be held on Tuesdays from 7 to 8:30 a.m. at the Gato Building. Money raised from the event will be distributed to the winners in separate male and female divisions. For more information, contact 305-809-5606 or email DOHMonroe@flhealth.gov.

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Tom Sweets, director of the Key West Wildlife Center, right, and Don of Sunset Watersports rescue a pelican in distress at Smathers Beach recently. The juvenile brown pelican was weak and dehydrated from migration and has been treated for internal and external parasites. According to the center, the pelican is responding well and will be released back to the wild. The Key West Wildlife Center is always in need of cleaning supplies, legal size fresh snapper or grunts to feed osprey, and monetary donations, which can be made at keywestwildlifecenter.org, or mailed to P.O. Box 2297, Key West, FL 33045.

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The Southernmost Coconut Castaways will be having its fifth anniversary social on Wednesday, Jan. 20 from 6 to 9 p.m. at Mangrove Mama’s, MM 20. There will be a special dinner menu and happy hour drink specials all night. Raffles, prizes, give-a-ways, contests, awards, and live music provided

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he Key West Association of Realtors (KWAR) pulled off another successful Affiliate Expo this past Wednesday. The expo, which was free for all affiliates, drew hundreds of Realtors and attendees throughout the two-hour affair at the Marriott Beachside. Attendees were treated to lunch, tons of givea-ways and updates on the real estate industry, provided by new Affiliate Chairperson Roger Washburn. For more on KWAR visit: www.keywestrealtors.org —Weekly Staff report

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1. One of Key West’s most recognizable couples, Beth and Bascom Grooms, catch up with Spottswood Law’s Erica Sterling.

2. BB&T Mortgage lender Angela Maxey and VP Brian Barroso showcase the bank’s commitment to local realtors.

3. First State Bank has been supporting the real estate industry for more than 60 years and commercial lender Ani Madruga and mortgage lender Jason Beeman have been a huge part of its success.

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4. Bryan and Holly Miller of Key West Home Watch Services were among 24 affiliates who showcased their services to Realtors.

5. KWAR’s Yadiris Wood and Martha Robinson of Berkshire Hathaway network at KWAR’s Affiliate Expo.

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NEWS Vogel seeking second term as State Attorney

By Jason Koler

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onroe County State Attorney Catherine Vogel has formally announced her intention to seek a second term calling her first three years of service an “honor.”

“Our office has made great progress in prosecution of serious offenses, DUI prosecutions as well as in strengthening our relationships with all law enforcement agencies,” she said in a prepared statement. “I Catherine Vogel look forward to continue leading this office in a highly competent and professional manner.”

A prosecutor with close to 35 years of courtroom experience, Vogel resides in Key West with her husband Terry.

In the past three years her office successfully prosecuted several homicide cases including Peter Eric Hedvall, convicted of murdering a young man outside a bar during Fantasy Fest.

She has also taken great measures to boost the relationship between her office and local law enforcement agencies.

The State Attorney’s Office has also facilitated Drug Recognition training in order to better equip officers with to identify impaired motorists.

She said a strong bond between law enforcement and the justice system promotes a safer community.

“Law enforcement no longer needs an appointment to see us,” she added. “They can just drop in at their convenience to review search warrants or arrest affidavits.”

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SalineroThompson Monroe County School District’s Director of Exceptional Student Education and Student Service’s Dr. Lesley Salinero wed Sean Thompson, an American Airlines pilot and Ironman triathlete, on Nov. 29 in an intimate ceremony at Little Palm Island.

They reside in Summerland Key. BRIEFLY Grimal Grove serves wine and chocolate Grimal Grove is hosting a Chocolate and Wine Soiree with jazz music, light hors d’oeuvres, wine, and, of course, plenty of chocolate on Friday, Jan. 22 from 6 to 8:30 p.m. at their Cunningham Lane location in Big Pine Key. The Grove is in winter bloom. Dress to impress, but wear comfortable shoes. Tickets are $75 and can be bought at thegrimalgrove.org.

Additionally, the Grove will be hosting at Arts and Chocolate Festival and workshops on Saturday, Jan. 23 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. with a $5 entry fee. For more information, or to volunteer, e-mail beth@themeruns. com.

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Ellen Reyher, a professional artist, Chase Grimes, a spear-fisherman, Rodney Aultman, a bartender, and Corey Shultz, who recently retired from the Army, made these canvases at a recent workshop at Artists in Paradise on Big Pine Key.

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tacked around buttons, burlap, scraps of cloth and more paint than one could ever imagine, artists and artists-at-heart had the opportunity to create a 6 by 6-inch canvas using acrylics, watercolors, mixed media and other supplies to support the fourth annual Florida Keys Council of the Arts Connection Project: A Mosaic of the Keys.

Workshops up and down the Keys enable artists to come together to create a vibrant 24foot long project compromised of 400 canvases. When complete, the mosaic work will hit the road with multiple receptions in all areas of the Keys.

“The Keys have a unique demographic reaching 100-miles from Key Largo to Key West,” said Arts Council Board Mem-

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ber, artist, and framer Sue D’Antonio, who was on hand to help at a workshop. “So, this is the perfect Keyswide project.”

The Connections Project is one of the Art Council’s more innovative fundraising activities meant to bring the community together by providing a free canvas to anyone, from well-known artists to artistic residents, who is interested in being a part of the venture.

Many well-known local artists choose to create their own small project. In previous years, notable local artists like William Welch, Rick Worth, Karen Beauprie, Richard Matson, Jim Salem, Ann Lynch, Kathleen Denis, Cris Sandifer, and hundreds more offered their work for the mosaic.

About 80 percent of the squares are contributed by professional Keys artists, whose work sell for hundreds, if not thousands, of dollars.

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is everyone has a chance to receive a really wonderful piece of art,” said Arts Council Executive Director Liz Young. “Once the show is disassembled, donors will receive a randomly selected piece of the mosaic in the mail.”

In a lottery-like distribution, donations are being accepted for $35 per canvas or three canvases for $100 to be sent out when the show ends in May. Each piece of the mural comes with an artist statement providing insight into the artist’s thoughts and inspirations.

Donations can be made at keysarts.com or at any of the opening receptions. Proceeds from the mosaic directly benefit Keys’ artists and projects.

The receptions begin on Feb. 2 in Key Largo and make their way down to Key West by April 8 with stops in Islamorada, Marathon and Big Pine Key. Tune into the Weekly Newspaper for details as the events near.

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A two-week showing of Michael Harrell’s work, entitled “90% Preparation,” opens with an artist’s reception at Gallery on Greene, 606 Greene St., Key West. Reviewers say Michael Harrell doesn’t live, or paint, in a world of postcard perfection.

The Tallahassee native paints reality in riveting detail — shrimp boats rust, paint peels, porches sag. For more information, visit galleryongreene.com or call 305-294-1669.

Southernmost Magnolia, the Key West version of the renowned New England band Magnolia, plays a unique blend of Cajun, country, and bluegrass music. Led by singer and guitarist Maggie Moniz, with local fixtures Steve Gibson on mandolin and Cindy Jefferson on bass, and world-famous Chuck Sherman on pedal steel, they play good time music sure to get your head boppin.’ They play every Thursday from 6 to 9 p.m.

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“Moon Over Bourbon Street” is a jazz-noir multimedia and music performance by Rock Solomon that chronicles the story of an unknown jazz singer in the early 1930’s. With the help of Key West music veteran Joe Dallas on upright bass, and newcomer James King on piano, Solomon will perform songs by jazz and pop greats of that era. Told in music, story and digital projection, the performance reads as part play, part concert and part cinema.

Tickets $60 at Keystix.com.

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Spirits humorously haunt stage What happens when a cantankerous writer undertakes a séance with his high-strung second wife and a flimflam clairvoyant, as research for his next murder mystery? Bridget Chebo, Tony Konrath, Tammy Shanley, Caroline Taylor, Justin Ahearn, Vanessa McCaffrey and Kitty Clements and director Peter King answer the question in Fringe Theater’s latest offering — ‘Blithe Spirit.’ The show opens Friday, Jan. 15 and is performed in the Parish Hall of St. Paul’s Church in Key West.

Tickets are available at or at www.fringetheater.org and keystix.com.

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ON THE STAGE

Play ‘resurrects’ titans Actors bring Hemingway and Fitzgerald to life

Tom Wahl is F. Scott Fitzgerald and Gregg Wiener is Ernest Hemingway in Mark St. Germain’s powerful ‘Scott & Hem’ at the Red Barn Theatre in Key West.

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hat if the character you’re to play happens to be an historical giant – a titan of American letters? What if your task is not to create a character from whole cloth, but to resurrect – in a living, breathing form – an icon of literature.

Such was the task set before actors Tom Wahl and Gregg Wiener. The two consummate actors will take the Red Barn Theatre stage Friday, Jan. 15 for a very short two-week run as F. Scott Fitzgerald and Ernest Hemingway, respectively, in Mark St. Germain’s powerful new play, “Scott & Hem.” And make no mistake – these two Carbonell Award winning talents don’t just “play” Fitzgerald and Hemingway. They literally bring them back to life in every way, which wasn’t all that easy.

“There wasn’t much available to find about his voice, posture, or bearing,” Wahl said of Fitzgerald. “Only a couple of short video clips. So I spent my time researching what kind of person he was, and his relationships, like the people he spent time with in Paris of the 1920s. That was extremely informative.”

Wahl is playing Fitzgerald at a critical time of his life – when he was holed up in a Hollywood villa trying to finish a screenplay long past deadline and stay on

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the wagon at the same time.

Enter Ernest Hemingway, who turns everything on its edge.

The two powers of the written word square off at each other, both full of swagger and bluster, but both intimating that they are afraid they are out of words. Each man shows himself vulnerable but unyielding, and the result is both witty and very revealing.

“At least I had a lot of recordings and interviews to draw from,” said Wiener, who brings Hemingway back to Key West in full color. ““I worked on the dialogue with those in mind. And I read a great deal of Hemingway’s stuff – the short stories, the auto-biographical books.

And of course, the physicality… he was a big man in every way.”

But what was more important to both actors as they slipped

into the skins of such biggerthan-life men was capturing each man’s point of view. They focused a great deal of energy on drawing out what Wiener called “the human. We wanted to go after why each man was doing what he was doing at that time of his life.”

And then there’s the fact that Wahl and Wiener have worked together before, and this is the second time they’ve mounted this play, having originated it at the Actor’s Playhouse in Miami last year. They also direct the show themselves.

The show also features Key West’s George DiBraud as the alluring Evelyn Montaigne.

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KEY WEST SEAFOOD FESTIVAL Hankering for some fresh red grouper? Have some at the Key West Seafood Festival this weekend.

Editor’s note: The following was written by a local wife who serves as “first mate” to her commercial fisherman husband.

She chooses to remain anonymous. Of course, in this day and age there are a few “house husband” first mates who assist their captain wives. Regardless of gender or even familial relationship, this piece is a testimony to those that assist fishermen in their daily struggle to provide for their families, employees and the public that loves Florida Keys seafood so much.

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housands of visitors and locals are sharpening their appetites for this weekend’s Key West Seafood Festival. In it’s 11th year, the event was created to showcase not only the bounty of Keys waters, but also the men and women who earn their livelihood at this hard, but fruitful, task.

The festival runs Saturday and Sunday, Jan. 16-17 from 11 a.m. on both days at Bayview Park in Key West. The festival closes at 8 p.m. on Saturday night, and a little earlier at 5 p.m. on Sunday night. Admission is $5 and the ticket doubles as a raffle claim — $250 worth of seafood to be given to the winner.

The festival’s prosperity has roots in adversity.

Local commercial fisherman George Niles said the seafood festival grew out of the devastation of the industry in 2005, after Hurricane Wilma blew past.

“We had all the time in the world after that, because we had no traps,” Niles said.

In addition to winning friends and influencing people with the great food and drink, the event also raises scholarship funds for the families of commercial fishermen. Since it’s inception, it has awarded $59,000 in education funds.

So, what can visitors expect? Fresh stonecrab claws, grilled lobster and red grouper are the headliners on the menu. Plus, guests dig into Key West Pink shrimp, smoked fish dip, conch fritters, conch salad and conch chowder. There’s plenty of beer, wine, soda and water for sale to wash it all down. In addition, there will be almost 100 booths selling art, apparel, jewelry and educational booths with information about our delicate Keys ecosystem.

The music starts as soon as the gates open and features Cory Heydon, Zack Seemiller, Nick Norman, Rusty Lemon and the Paul Cotton Band. There will also be a special performance by the local youth group, the Steel Your Heart Band, a local favorite Parking is avialable at the Horace O’Bryant Middle School on Leon Street. Parking is $5.

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ehind every successful man is a woman.

This couldn’t be more true of fishermen. The wife is more involved with the business than most people would ever realize. Of course there is the hired crewman that has this role, too. He does all the heavy lifting, cuts bait, builds new traps, repairs old ones and keeps the deck of the boat in order on a daily basis.

But the real “go to” person is the captain’s wife.

She might get up before the crack of dawn to discuss the day’s plan over a cup of coffee before her man heads for the boat. Or she might be lucky enough to sleep in ‘til the sun comes up, only to find a “honey do” list. But most importantly, if the mate doesn’t show up for work ... she will get on the boat and drive, or gauge the fish, or push the traps off the stern, whatever it takes to get the job done that day. (She secretly enjoys a day on the water instead of the domestic chores of laundry and groceries, especially if it’s calm weather.)

She is a good listener and

catch or hear about the day’s complaints, whether it be the price of the product, the crew, or some traps that were robbed. She knows that fishing revolves around the weather and she has no control over it. A true fisherman will be on the water every day he can if it is not blowing over 20 mph.

That could be a long run from August to December with only boat maintenance days in between. But a cold front from the north can throw off the whole fishing schedule. So a wife will take advantage of this time, and enforce some family downtime. Maybe even take him off the island and away from the business to unwind. She might even get in a little shopping out of it.

In the off season, she is the official buoy painter and can usually get it done faster and neater than the crew. She knows how to tie a knot, drive a forklift and scrap a crab trap.

She usually keeps the books for the business, writes all the checks for fuel, lumber and bait and is there to offload any deliveries. She can walk out ropes, weave in leads, tie a buoy to it

She can walk out ropes, weave in leads, tie a buoy to it and then tie it to the traps. and then tie it to the traps. She will tag the traps and make sure they all have one before loaded on the boat at the start of season. She keeps all the licenses, paperwork and Coast Guard inspections up to date.

Since the convenience of the cell phone, she is there to take the call about the broken part and there to pick up its replacement and deliver it to the dock.

This can save a costly down day. She knows how to cook a bucket of stone crabs, process a lobster tail and even filet a fish (but the captain can do it faster). Her hours, like her fisherman’s are not just 9 to 5, more like sun up to sun down. She is a special breed of woman, and God bless her if she has children to keep track of in the mix …

She is not just a wife, but a partner in life — the Real First Mate.

LITERATURE

Books are back, baby!

By Hays Blinckmann

ey West has had a love affair with literature since Tennessee and Ernest claimed their barstools. From the tourists who fill their beach bags with paperbacks, to the writers who type all day in their Conch houses, islanders are in love with the written word. Amazon and Kindles ushered in a new era of expediency and instant gratification but, like watching a sunset online, purchasing a digital book just isn’t the same.

We missed the bookseller’s suggestions, the whispered, “You’ll like this one…” and our own hands thumbing the contents with equal parts skepticism and hope of finding just the right story. Now the experience is back (and better) at three different Key West locations.

After the closing of Border’s bookstore in 2011, Donna Nelson, owner of The Imagination Station Toy Store, changed the name to include “Toys and Books” and expanded the children’s book section to one third of the store. Donna is able to guide parents and grandparents in picking the best choice by age group. After 24 years, she recognized the vacuum in Key West for children’s books and filled it with a detailed arrangement of story, picture and developmental workbooks for children ages 1 through 13.

“Parents want the experience of sitting with their child to read a book. It is just as valuable as playing with toys,” said Donna.

Suzanne Orchard took ownership of the of Key West Island Books, 513 Fleming St., last year with the idea, “I like to keep the collection a little eclectic.” Key West Island Books maintains a large variety of local authors, new and old bestsellers, and a stock of used books to keep the buyer’s cost down. Always aware of the online competition, Suzie pursues cheaper alternatives for the classics and latest book trends offer-

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ing affordable hardcover and paperback versions.

“I have customers who don’t bring books to Key West just so they can shop when they get here,” she said. Of course, Suzie also spends time reading her own inventory in order to personally recommend books for her customers.

The newest bookstore is Books & Books at The Studios of Key West, 533 Eaton St. It’s set to open in the coming months, according to store manager Mia

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“The bookstore will be consistent with the mission of The Studios, to enhance the culture of Key West,” said George Cooper, Studios director.

Books & Books will stock a variety of local authors, bestsellers and an array of art books and magazines. With the adjacent art gallery, Books & Books will be able to host book signings

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2. Mia Clement will be the new manager of Books & Books, a subsidiary of The Studios of Key West, that is set to open in the coming months.

3. Owner Suzanne Orchard stocks local authors at Key West Island Books on Fleming Street.

and author talks, bridging the gap between writer and reader, local and tourist.

“I’m a godmother to this bookstore and so excited to finally see this a reality,” said Judy Blume, New York Times bestselling author and Studios contributing director.

“Like all authors, it’s a dream to create a bookstore.”

So, Key West, books are back! Readers and writers, put aside those electronic mistresses and welcome stories back to their rightful home, on the printed page.

wenty years and more than 24,000 students later, the state-wide Take Stock in Children program is celebrating success with its anniversary and a special celebration at the Studios in Key West on Tuesday, Jan. 19.

From Key Largo to Key West, the program has hundreds of students in high school enrolled and can claim proud achievements with local high school teachers, police officers, boat mechanics and others who have graduated.

Program Coordinator Licis welcomed Jillian Hasner, the new CEO of the program to Key West this December. “Key West has the largest number of high school students enrolled in one high school than any other school in the state,” said Licis. There are 101 students participating this year. Hasner met with students and mentors during her visit to Key West just prior to the school’s December break.

Liscs attributes much of the success to devoted mentors who work with students throughout high school and on-site staff in the school.

The goal of the Take Stock in Children Program is to have improved graduation rates and to help students enroll in college or a certificate program. Some students are able to attend college courses tuition free. Most find that a huge part of the financial burden of attending college is lifted and the other valuable benefit is a strong network of supporters.

“For some students, they are the first in their family to attend college, so they can have questions that can’t be answered by someone back home,” said Licis. Providing more support for students in college is a state wide-goal, according to Hasner.

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he Soldier Ride, sponsored by the Wounded Warriors organization, is a four-day cycling tour that takes wounded vets and a large entourage from Miami to Key West. They arrived in the Upper and Middle Keys on Friday and made their way to Key West for a tour of Old Town on Sunday. Crowds lined the highway and streets to show their support and the American soldiers had plenty of opportunity to tour Keys’ hotspots ranging from Mallory Square to the Dolphin Research Center. ­—Weekly Staff report KRISTEN LIVENGOOD/Keys Weekly 1. Veterans Racheal ‘Ray Ray’ Rodgers, right, from San Antonio, Texas and Nathan Kindt from Nebraska get ready to pedal off in Key West. “I don’t want to go back,” said Racheal.

“Reminds me of New Orleans, but way better.”

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2. Jo Sosha and Amy Heavilin gear up their bikes for the 5-mile ride around the streets of Key West.

3. This veteran gives a high five to a supporter as he rides by.

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4. Amanda from Nevada, and Audrey, Scott, and Kit from San Diego said Key West has been one of the most patriotic stops they’ve made on the tour.

5. Rachel Libby, left, Nicole Rapanos, Tony Yaniz, and Jon, Cathy and Kristin Crane welcome the soldiers to Truman Annex. Cathy organizes the community ride through Key West and closing ceremonies for the Wounded Warriors.

6. Locals Dave Robertson, Joe Crehan, Tricia Eables, Bruce and Brandon Kelk, and Mike Charavell come out every year for the community ride.

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SAVE THE DATE Jan. 15-16 • Old Island Restoration annual house tours, Key West.

Friday, Jan. 15 • Guided bike ride through Big Torch Key at 9 a.m. starting from National Key Deer Visitor’s Center, Big Pine Key. • Key West Preschool Co-Op fundraiser from 5 to 8 p.m. at Bottle Cap Lounge, Key West.

Jan. 16-17 • Florida Keys Seafood Festival, Bayview Park, Key West.

Saturday, Jan. 16 • Free positive child discipline course from 9 a.m. to noon at Montessori Children’s School, Key West.

• Plant sale from 10 a.m. to noon at Key West Botanical Garden, Stock Island.

• Discovery Saturday from elementary students at 10 a.m. at Eco-Discovery Center, Key West.

• Florida Keys Children’s Shelter’s Mayor’s Ball at 6 p.m. at Casa Marina Resort, Key West.

Sunday, Jan. 17 • Key West Half Marathon • Rotary Smile Makers annual golf tournament at 7:30 a.m. at Key West Golf Course.

• BayGrass Bluegrass Music Festival from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. at Founders Park, MM 87.

• Show and Shine Car Show from noon to 4 p.m. at Sugarloaf Lodge, MM 17.

Monday, Jan. 18 • MLK Day remembrance and festivities from noon to 4 p.m. at Nelson English Park, Key West.

• Columnist Hal Crowther speaks at 6 p.m. at Key West Theater. Free.

Tuesday, Jan. 19 • Café con Libros featuring author Lucy Burdette at 9:30 a.m. at Key West Library.

• Free E-Library Overdrive for Android and Kindle devices at 10 a.m. at Key West library.

• Take Stock in Children Senior Celebration at 5 p.m. at The Studios of Key West.

• Three-week Coast Guard Auxiliary Boating Course starts at 7:30 p.m. at Venture Out, Cudjoe Key.

Wednesday, Jan. 20 • Backcountry kayak excursion at 9 a.m. starting from National Key Deer Refuge Visitor’s Center, Big Pine Key. • Equality Florida ‘Connection’ from 6 to 8 p.m. at Isle Cook, Key West.

• Southernmost Coconut Castaway Jump Up from 6 to 9 p.m. at Mangrove Mama’s Restaurant, MM 20.

Thursday, Jan. 21 • Café con Libros featuring author Michael Haskins at 9:30 a.m. at Key West Library.

• Discussion on alternatives to exotic plants at 12:30 p.m. at Key West Botanical Garden, Stock Island.

• Annamarie Giordan’s life drawing workshop at 2 p.m. at FKCC, Stock Island.

• U.S. Coast Guard 80th Anniversary public lecture at 6 p.m. at Nelson Government Center, Key Largo.

• Matecumbe Angler Fishing Club meeting at 6 p.m., location TBA

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THEME: OUTER SPACE

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ACROSS 1. Visual representation 6. Part of tennis match 9. Hindu dress 13. Japanese-American 14. Anger management issue 15. Strong and sharp 16. Relating to Eastern Catholic churches 17. Group of whales 18. Innocent 19. *____ line between atmosphere and outer space 21. *Houston’s infamous ____ 23. “Mele Kalikimaka” wreath 24. *Galilean moons, the ____ largest moons of Jupiter 25. Fertility clinic stock 28. Something inadmissible, to a baby 30. Less taxing 35. Fabled fliers 37. Praise 39. Buddy 40. Angler’s hope 41. Muhammad’s teaching 43. Capital on the Dnieper 44. Hipbone-related 46. Aries or Taurus, e.g.

47. *E.T. “phoned” it 48. One in ten, pl.

50. Iran Nuclear Deal, e.g.

52. Spanish “sea” 53. “Moonlight Sonata,” e.g.

55. Embrace 57. *Matt Damon in 2015 film 61. *Outer space, mostly 64. *____ Asimov 65. Bird word 67. Flew a kite 69. Œle de la CitÈ river 70. Hole punching tool 71. Fill with optimism 72. What choir did 73. Brian Griffin on “Family Guy,” e.g.

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DOWN 1. African grazer 2. Triple toe loop location 3. “Heat of the Moment” band 4. Black ____ in “Pirates of the Caribbean” 5. Paid killers 6. Sagittarius, e.g.

7. Time period 8. Dancer’s beat 9. Union foe 10. Seed cover 11. Gauche or Droite, in Paris 12. Something previously mentioned 15. Arctic-wear 20. Garlic mayo 22. French street 24. Snafus 25. *Space path 26. Bridal veil fabric 27. ____ ____ a play 29. *Famous space acronym 31. Punjabi believer 32. “Kick the bucket,” e.g.

33. Organ swelling 34. *Mars exploration vehicle 36. *Only one was in John Glenn’s Friendship 7 38. *Brent Spiner in “Star Trek” 42. Coffee shop order 45. USDA designation 49. Hot springs resort 51. Country singer Tanya 54. Open a beer bottle 56. Cunning 57. Piggy’s title 58. On a cruise 59. Cats and dogs?

60. *Beverage associated with early astronauts 61. Measure of electric potential 62. Beehive State 63. Online ____ tag 66. Be in the red 68. Cotillion ball’s main attraction

Students benefit from snowbirds 5K

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heme Runs hosted a Snowbird 5K run/walk for tourists and locals alike to raise money for the senior class at Key West High School. The locals had a blast dressing up in “tacky tourist” outfits for the outing on the 85 degree January afternoon.

(Editor’s Note: All pictures were taken with a selfie stick for total tourist authenticity; the photographer even got a “darn tourists and their selfie sticks” comment while running by Smathers Beach.)

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4. Walkers Michaela Leonard and Kimberly Elsholz, locals, commit to doing one 5K a month for the whole year. Even a recent bout of the flu didn’t stop them from dressing up and taking on the January 5K. 5. 2007 Key West High Graduate Tyler Zinser came out to support friend and sophomore teacher Aubrey Rodriguez.

6. Justin and Colleen Sosa of Key West pulled out the stops with the selfie stick during the run.

KRISTEN LIVENGOOD/Keys Weekly 1. Theme Runs Founder Beth Moyes brings the tourist feel to the start of the run.

2. Francisco Jose Ramirez, 25, is a 2011 KWHS graduate who started running in 2013. He came in first place finishing in 17 minutes, four seconds.

3. Kelly Maatta, 32, runs almost any race that pops up on the docket in Key West and usually is the first female finisher. She finished in 22 minutes, nine seconds.

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MAINSTREAMING | FUTURISTIC

The year 2015 witnessed the invasion of commercial drones, hoverboards and smarter cars. And while we are still a few years away from autonomous vehicles (Kia recently announced they will release one in 2020), we are going to witness some amazing breakthroughs in 2016. Here is what to look for this year:

SAMSUNG GEAR VR 2016 will go down as the year that virtual reality (VR) finally becomes a household product. The Oculus VR headset, Samsung Gear VR and HTC Vibe are all vying to lead industry innovations in virtual reality technology. From gaming to movies, the way we experience entertainment will forever change in 2016. $99 @ amazon.com

THE CHEVY BOLT There’s a character in Disney’s “Cars 2” that says this about big oil: “I mean, it’s a fossil fuel. ‘Fossil,’ as in dead dinosaurs. And we all know what happened to the dinosaurs.”

Translation: Automakers across the board are making huge investments and advancements with plans for electric cars in 2016. Tesla is currently an industry leader, while Volkswagen has hinted there will be an electric VW bus. According to the manufacturer, the Chevy Bolt will be the first electric car with a range of 200 miles. $30,000 @ Chevy dealerships

GOSUN STOVE In a perfect world, advancements in technology should yield a natural progression into healthier living. In 2016 we will see products like the Nima, which can test foods for gluten in a matter of minutes, along with items like the GoSun Stove, a portable, solar-powered grill that can reach 550 degrees in under 20 minutes. For more on these and other advancments check out: www.techcrunch.com $280 @ gosunstove.com

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• CLASSIFIEDS, PUBLIC & LEGAL NOTICES • 305.743.0844 LEGAL NOTICES

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

DATED at Marathon, Monroe County, Florida this 7th of January, 2016.

Sole Owner: Captain Pip’s Marina and Hideaway, LLC Contact Person: John E. Crawford, Manager Published: January 15, 2016 The Weekly Newspapers

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION FILE NO.: 15-CP118-M Middle Keys IN RE: ESTATE OF JUDITH ST. CLAIR, Deceased.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the estate of Judith St. Clair, deceased, whose date of death was October 14, 2015, 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.

All creditors of the decedent and other persons

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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.

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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.

Dmytro Poznyakov, Petitioner/Husband, and Galina Timonina, Respondent/Wife.

ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN SECTION 733.702 OF THE FLORIDA PROBATE CODE WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. The date of first publication of this notice is: January 8, 2016.

Personal Representative: The Coral Gables Trust Company Richard DeNapoli, Chief Trust Officer 255 Alhambra Circle, Suite 333 Coral Gables, Florida 33134 Attorney for Personal Representative: Richard E. Warner Attorney Florida Bar Number: 283134 RICHARD E. WARNER 12221 Overseas Highway Marathon, FL 33050 Telephone: (305) 743-6022 Fax: (305) 743-6216 E-mail: richard@ rewarnerlaw.com Secondary E-Mail: pamela2@ rewarnerlaw.com Publish: January 8 and January 15, 2016

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SIXTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA Case No.: 15-DR1158-K Division: Family

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

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

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

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

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

Dated: December 17, 2015

EMPLOYMENT

Sunset Grille & Raw Bar Knights Key Blvd.

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Bussers & Servers Needed Full Time Please apply during business hours.

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

FOR SALE

2006 Travel Trailer with slide out.

Gulfstream Conquest Series M-26RLS. Excellent condition.

Can be seen in Marathon. Call (765)277-6400

HOBBIES/ COLLECTIBLES

Will buy old nautical items, ship wheels, compasses, large reels, half hulls, lanterns, binnacles, telegraphs. Cased ship models for sale.

Call Lou 305-7354534 PRIVATE COLLECTOR WANTS Rolex Dive watches and Pilot Watches. Old model Military clocks & watches.

Call 305-743-4578

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

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

AUTOS WANTED ALL YEARS! Junk or Used.

Cars - Vans - Trucks.

Running or Not. CASH 305-332-0483 EMPLOYMENT

Now Hiring Full Time Marina Reservations/ Concierge. Please apply in person to: Faro Blanco Resort and Yacht Club, 1996 Overseas Highway, Marathon, FL Construction Foreman wanted Need Vehicle. Pay commensurate with experience. Call 305304-7995 Seeking stable happy energetic personality for PT sales position in fun gift shop.

Must be year-round Marathon resident; retirees welcome.

Stop in to schedule appointment at 11528 Overseas Highway Marathon Babysitters Needed for vacationers!

305-522-6050 Apply at http:// resortchildcare. com LOOKING FOR Wait Staff, Food Runners & Hosts. Established busy restaurant must apply in Person.

Sparky’s Landing, Key Colony Beach EXP. HELP ONLY needed for all positions. Apply in person Mon-Fri 10-11am @

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Great attitude/team player.

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

HIRING! Sweet Savannah’s Bake Shop

is now hiring Part-Time Counter Help.

Please apply in person.

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

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

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

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

apply in person at 58835 Overseas Highway, MM59 Grassy Key

MARATHON GARBAGE SERVICE We are now hiring for the following positions: Diesel Hydraulic Mechanic Truck Helpers Applicants must apply in person to be considered.

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17 Acres on a Lot on Uninhabited Island off Summerland Key, FL!

Owner financing available at 3% int amort over 30 yrs with 10 yr balloon.

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

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

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

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“I sketched it out and they put it together in less than a year,” Bell said.

The 475-gallon tank is square, of course, and features sunken “bales” caught in the roots of an artificial, but incredibly life-like, mangrove tree. The tree itself protrudes from the top. Tropical fish swim around bales emblazoned with the Square Grouper logo that references the locals’ terms for floating marijuana cargo often found in Keys waters in the 1970s and 1980s.

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Montessori school hosts gala ey West Montessori Charter School — a public school that offers free Montessori education — will be hosting its annual Gala fundraiser on Saturday, Jan. 30 at 6 p.m. at The Key West Theater.

The “Great Gala” will be a 1920s Gatsby-esque affair featuring hors d’oeuvres by Chef Layla Barr; time-period entertainment and music by Bria Ansara; a silent and live auction of student created art, Cuban art, jewelry, gift certificates to restaurants and charter boat tours; and a raffle that includes a spa package and a “dine-around-Key-West” package of select island restaurants.

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the largest and most important fundraiser of the year for the school and supports the educational programs and the ability to provide free public Montessori education.

“One hundred percent of the funds raised at the event goes to supporting and expanding programs at the school, such as technology and computer labs, and a much needed art and music program.” said Principal Lynn Barras.

Supporter Sponsors $100 - $249 ♣ 3rd Generation Plumbing ♣ Cracked Conch Café ♣ Coconut Cay Resort & Marina ♣ Captain Hooks Marina & Dive Center ♣ Capital Bank Richard Tompkins ♣ Cavalier Spirits LLC ♣ Dolphin Research Center ♣ Debra A Designs ♣ Dana’s Air Conditioning ♣ ECW St Columba ♣ Flowers by J & J ♣ Juice Paradise Cuban Café & Restaurant

♣ John J Wolfe P.A. ♣ Kelly Electric

For more information call Key West Montessori Charter School at 305-293-1400, Ext. 53418.

♣ Lazy Days South ♣ Marathon Yacht Club ♣ Mile Marker Party Rentals ♣ Marathon Boat Yard Marine Center ♣ RE/MAX Key to the Keys Real Estate ♣ Robin’s Re�lection Spa ♣ Skin Institute Saloon & Day Spa ♣ Specialty Hardware Supply Inc. ♣ Samuel Williams Coldwell Banker ♣ Sunshine Rug hookers

Individual Emerald Sponsors $5000 ♣ Anonymous

Individual Highland Sponsors $2500-$4999 ♣ Anonymous

Individual Bagpipe Sponsors $1000-$2499 ♣ Bill and Nancy Lorimer (Screaming Orphans)

♣ Charles Gilbert ♣ Frankie Demaras

(Albannach Sponsors)

♣ Mary and Ron Helms ♣ Nancy & Randy Webb ♣ Rev Debra & Kirk Maconaughey ♣ Shelley & Jim Payer ♣ Sabine and Peter Sehlinger ♣ The Lyon Family ♣ The Mackay Family

Individual Clover Sponsors $500-$999 ♣ Brown Distributing ♣ Lynn and Tom Schwiebert ♣ Robert and Carolynn Belcaster

Individual Leprechaun Sponsors $250-$499 ♣ Betsy and Ed Bouton ♣ Bill and Sandy Boles

Individual Shamrock Sponsors $100 ♣ Archdeacon Bryan Hobbs ♣ S. Cecil Perry ♣ Diane Van Beuren ♣ Georgana & Eugene Wambold ♣ Jean Goff ♣ Linnea & Richard Cunningham ♣ Susan & Richard Curry ♣ Stephanie & Roger Gill ♣ Richard McKean ♣ Ruth and Tom Andrew ♣ Toni & Dean Hindman ♣ Vesta & Dale Denning ♣ Phil & Grace Bailey

Many Thanks to other Contributors ♣ Coca Cola ♣ Home Depot ♣ Keys Fisheries

The Florida Keys Celtic Festival would like to extend a special thank you to the students and teachers of Marathon High School for their support and participation in the festival. We wish to thank especially Chef Stanton and the Culinary Arts students and Ms. Lyn Cox and the Marathon Drama Club for their help in the tea tent and the MHS Athletic for their work lining the festival �ield.

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Truman Medical Center UNDER NEW OWNERSHIP

D r. T i m o t h y M a c k e y, D. O . • P h y s i c i a n / O w n e r

No Appointment Necessary Primary Care, Walk-In and Urgent Care Services We believe in providing comprehensive health care to our patients

Services include, but not limited to: Lacerations

Minor Emergency Procedures X-Rays

Skin Lesion Removals

Ultrasounds

Biopsies

Drug Screens

Physicals

Laboratory

(DOT, USCG, Immigration, School/Sports)

Well Woman Exams

Dr Mackey is a certified Civil Surgeon by the Dept of HS to perform immigration physicals. Our diverse office is multilingual & multicultural in English, Spanish, Polish, German and Cambodian.

*Visit our website for a comprehensive list of services.

www.trumanmedical.org All new and/or transitioning patients are welcome.

We accept: Aetna, Assurant, BCBS, Cigna, Humana, Medicare, Tri-care, United Health.

Affordable self-pay options. We do not accept Medicaid.

Dr. Mackey is originally from a small town in eastern Kentucky.

He first served as a non-commissioned officer in the U.S. Army, moving on to graduate from medical school, in 2001 from Ohio University. Dr. Mackey completed his residency training in Internal Medicine in St. Petersburg, FL. He returned to Cincinnati to work as an urgent care physician with a large urgent care group for eight years, while also gaining

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additional experience in private practice family care. He moved to Key West 3 years ago and joined Truman Medical Center. Dr. Mackey is now the sole owner of Truman Medical Center. He is a Member of Florida Osteopathic Medical Association, is bilingual, speaking English and German and the first Certified US DOT Medical Examiner located in the Lower Keys.

Office Hours:

Monday-Friday: 9am-4:30pm Saturday: 9am-12pm Sunday: Closed