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Four lifters headed to states | P.4
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Marathon Baseball Berean Christian 4/1 W, 8-3
Coral Shores Baseball Dade Christian 4/1 W, 7-6
Marathon Baseball Berean Christian 4/1 W, 14-0
Coral Shores Softball Colonial Christian 4/1 W, 33-24
Coral Shores Boys Lacrosse Miami Country Day 4/1 W, 8-5
Coral Shores Girls Lacrosse Palmer 4/1 L, 10-3
Marathon Softball Ransom 4/2 W, 22-10 Key West Baseball Miami Academy Charter 4/2 L, 11-9 Key West Softball Mater Bay Academy 4/2 W, 20-5
Coral Shores Baseball Mater Bay Academy 4/2 W, 14-4 Key West Girls Lacrosse Miami Country Day 4/3 L, 11-10 Marathon Baseball Jupiter Christian 4/3 L, 5-1
Key West Boys Lacrosse Miami Country Day 4/3 W, 17-11
ATHLETE OF THE WEEK
HOLLY
He is a great leader on and off the field with his teammates. He’s a big part of why we are 16-1-1.”
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Coral Shores senior Eddie Holly currently leads the Hurricanes in home runs this season with three, all of which were pounded out last week in a magnificent performance at the plate. He started the week with a tworun homer against Dade Christian in a game that could not have been closer, helping the Hurricanes to keep their win streak alive. The following night, Holly let two fly, driving in five runs with an unprecedented three homers in one week.
Holly leads the team in on-base percentage at .600, which coach Joe Szymanski described as unheard-of. Holly is currently hitting .455 and his slugging percentage is .788. Defensively, he is perfect 98.6% of the time, making him, statistically, nothing short of a phenom. For his unparalleled contributions to the Hurricanes last week and all season long, Coral Shores’ Eddie Holly is the Keys Weekly Athlete of the Week.
THIS WEEK Eddie
Senior, Coral Shores
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four of Marathon’s weightlifting captains will head to
big dance at the FHSAA State Championships. From left: Max Childress, Tanner Ross, Matthias Martinez-Velez and Damian Stasiewicz.
Baseball DH/Catcher
– Hurricane coach Joe Szymanski
fled to the Keys from the frozen mountains of Pennsylvania hours after graduating from college and never looked back. She is a second-generation coach and educator, and has taught in the public school system for over 25 years. She and her husband met at a beginning teacher meeting in 1997 and have three children born and raised in Monroe County. In her free time, McDonald loves flea markets, historical fiction and long runs in the heat.
grew up in Miami and moved to the Keys in 1997. He has spent the last 25 years teaching physical education and coaching virtually every sport for Florida Keys kids ages 4 to 18. If you are reading this and live or lived in the Florida Keys, he has probably taught, coached, or coached against someone you know.
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IN CONTENTION
Four Keys lifters qualify for state championships
On April 3, Coral Shores and Marathon sent some of the strongest young men in the Florida Keys to the FHSAA 1A Region 4 championships in Frostproof. For four of them, it won’t be the final stop in their postseason journey.
Marathon had a strong showing, securing a third-place team total in Olympic lifts and a runner-up trophy in traditional. Fueling the team’s successful showing at regionals were two first-place titles as well as multiple second-place finishes to stack on points to their team totals, much as they do with plates on their Olympic bars. Coral Shores did not place in the top 10 at regionals as a team, but had some success in individual weight categories.
Two lifters left Frostproof with automatic qualifications for the state meet by winning their weight classes outright. Marathon’s Matthias Martinez-Velez won the regional championship in the traditional event in his 139-pound weight class. He combined 225 pounds on the bench with 180 on his clean and jerk to win the title outright and punch his card to states. Martinez-Velez is in a three-way tie for the eighth-place ranking for states. The talented junior came in fourth in the Olympic competition, missing a second state bid by a five-pound one-place margin.
Joining Martinez-Velez at the top spot on the podium last week was senior Damian Stasiewicz, who claimed a regional title in the Olympic competition and a runner-up medal in traditional. The 169-pound lifter paired a 185-pound snatch lift with 185 pounds in the clean and jerk to win the title. Stasiewicz is tied for eighth in the state rankings in Olympic lifts and will also compete in the traditional event at states.
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Marathon’s best shot at a medal lies with junior Max Childress, who brought home a pair of second-place finishes from regionals in the 183-pound class. In the Olympic event, Childress snatched 185 pounds and added a 275-pound clean to secure his medal and qualify for states, where he is ranked fourth. Given that he failed his final
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snatch, it is likely that Childress has the ability to add at least 10 pounds to his total and could bring home some hardware. In traditional lifts, he is ranked fifth with a 265-pound bench added to his clean lift. Childress likely has more in the tank at bench, as well.
The final competitor to qualify for states in boys weightlifting this season is Tanner Ross. Like Childress, Ross secured a pair of runner-up medals at regionals. In the 199-pound Olympic category, the senior put together 205 pounds in the snatch with 265 pounds in clean to tie for an eighth-place ranking at states. Ross failed both of his final lifts at regionals, giving him a potential extra 20 at states, which could easily bump the senior into medal contention. In the traditional event, Ross benched 265 in his second lift and went for a big 15-pound increase in lift number three, which was recorded as a fail. Should he find the fortitude to dig deep and clear his best attempts from regionals at the state meet, Ross could also find the podium in that event.
The team captains have led the Fins to resounding success this season.
Coral Shores did not have any state qualifiers, but did have some notable performances at regionals. Tyler Bettner placed third in the traditional event and fifth in Olympic at 139 pounds, bringing home a pair of medals. Teammate Aaron Lykins was the runner-up behind Stasiewicz in the 169-pound class in Olympic lifts. Despite coming in second, Lykins missed the state cut by two places with just five pounds of combined weight separating him from the big dance. Lykins was third in traditional lifts, giving him two regional medals this season. At 154 pounds, William Roberts medaled in sixth place in the Olympic category.
The four Fins and their coaches head to Lakeland’s R.P. Funding Center this week for the FHSAA 1A State Championships, which will occur Saturday, April 12.
Far left: Tanner Ross puts up a 265-pound clean and jerk.
Left: Max Childress preps for his 265-pound clean and jerk at regionals.
Right: Marathon’s Matthias MartinezVelez, left, Max Childress, Damian Stasiewicz and Tanner Ross will head to states this week to compete in the FHSAA 1A Championships in Lakeland.
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NEXT LEVEL
Two Conchs sign letters of intent
ASoccer star DJ Barrett, left, and baseball standout Sam Holland sign their letters of intent with Roosevelt University and the University of Tampa.
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BATTING 1.000
Softball teams have perfect week of wins Keys-wide
As the final month of prep softball’s regular season began, Keys teams refused to lose.
The
pair of Key West athletes signed national letters of intent last week to take their skills to the next level.
Come fall, baseball player Sam Holland will continue to don red, but the Conch will put on a Spartan hat for Division II baseball stronghold University of Tampa. Holland’s performance in the outfield has been nothing short of stellar this season, with a .985 fielding percentage. His ability to gun the ball from deep in the outfield makes him an asset, and he has turned five double plays this season, a testament to his athleticism. Holland’s bat also attracted much collegiate attention; he is batting .323 with 21 hits, 18 RBIs, 11 doubles and a home run this season.
Also signing was soccer standout Dennis “DJ” Barrett. The defenseman, described as a true team leader for the Conchs who is willing to do the gritty work behind the scenes, often without recognition, will take his can-do attitude to Chicago’s Roosevelt University.
The Division II Lakers are very excited with their Southernmost addition. "We’re thrilled to have Dennis joining our program at Roosevelt University,” said coach Paddy Hoepp. “He brings an infectious energy to the team, combines physicality with a strong work ethic, and has the kind of mindset that will help him grow quickly at the college level. We’re excited to see him develop and make an impact in our squad."
Key West added to their win column last week after routing the Rays of Mater Bay Academy 20-5 on April 2. The Conchs piled on 18 hits, with Kaleaya Dickerson and Tavyn Gage accounting for three each. Chloe Kongos, Kaleya Cervantes and Alexa Condella added two each. Ryleigh Harnish earned the win on the mound, fanning three, walking nine and allowing two hits over three innings. Brianna Brenner put in four innings of work in the circle, striking out five, walking one and giving up just one hit. The team stands at 10-6 with a little over a week to go in the regular season.
Coral Shores improved to 3-4 after a two-game win streak, starting with the Patriots of Colonial Christian. Despite it being April Fool’s Day, the 33-24 score was legit. The ’Canes stacked up 20 hits, with four from Presley Bagwell and three each from Jenna Mandozzi, Chloie Stanley and Addison Gady. Mira Jones earned the win pitching four and one-third innings, striking out seven, walking six and giving up four hits. Bagwell spent two and twothirds innings in the circle, fanning five, walking six and surrendering seven hits to the Patriots.
it being April Fool’s Day, the 33-24 score was
On April 4, the Hurricanes picked up their second road win of the week against Ransom Everglades. Jones had the hot bat for Coral Shores, registering four hits. Melanie Estevez added three more to the team total of 12, with Arianna Talan driving in four runs in the 21-11 victory. Bagwell spent five innings pitching, striking out eight, walking nine and surrendering seven hits.
Marathon defeated the Raiders 22-10 errors.
The ’Canes were not the only Keys team to bring home a win from Ransom last week; the Dolphins of Marathon defeated the Raiders 22-10 on April 2. The Fins had 16 hits, with Maeve Merryman and Madelyn Thornton leading the charge. The pair had three hits apiece and Merryman drove in five runs while Thornton had four RBIs. Elena Eubank, Trinity McLeod, Sara Robinson and Elianys Roque had two hits each.
The following day, Marathon hosted Miami Country Day, a team they suffered a mercy-rule loss to just one month prior. This time around, the Fins were ready and did their best to capitalize on five Spartan errors. Merryman, Thornton and Elena Eubank had the Fins’ only hits, but it would be enough. Thornton held the Spartans to a single hit, and Marathon’s defense held steady to safeguard the win. Now 8-4, Marathon, like the rest of Monroe County’s teams, must continue their winning ways to boost their power rankings in hopes of securing a top spot in district playoffs later this month.
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Kaleaya Dickerson had three hits against Mater Bay Academy on April 2. MAICEY MALGRAT/Keys Weekly
CIVIL SERVICE
’Canes girls and Fins boys enjoy late-season wins
On April 2, Marathon hosted Coral Shores, with the Dolphins and Hurricanes trading wins on the tennis courts. Though the teams are one another’s closest rivals, the Fins and ’Canes tennis crews enjoy a civil relationship, meeting up multiple times each season and looking forward to rematches.
“It’s great that we get to play them so much,” Marathon coach Kevin Freeman said. “They are a good team with two really good coaches. Our players and theirs get to know each other and it’s always a great match when our teams get together.”
The Lady ’Canes prevailed 6-1, with wins from Chloe Koval, Emma Sogegeian, Harlee Beeler and Kameron Vetter in singles plus wins from the doubles teams of Koval and Vanessa Gabriel and Sogegeian and Emily Rosu. Marathon’s lone winner was Emily Alvear, in the No. 1 singles spot.
Marathon’s boys secured a 5-2 victory, with Adrien Holdinga, Carlos Lezcano and Graham Murphy winning in singles. Holdinga and Lezcano and Matt Delgado and Kasimir Krzypkowski teamed up to take both doubles matches for the Fins. Coral Shores’ wins came from Zach Bolano in the No. 2 singles match and Max Smith at No. 4 singles.
As of press time, Marathon will have played their final regular-season matches while Key West and Coral Shores will play theirs against one another on April 10 in Tavernier. District tournaments span April 14-17 for the various Keys teams.
Adrien Holdinga, left, and Emily Alvear both won matches in Marathon’s No. 1 singles spots last week. BARRY GAUKEL/Keys Weekly
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WRECKING CREW
Eight records fall in track and field action last week
Eight Keys school records were broken last week in track and field as athletes gear up for districts later this month. The first to fall was via the legs of Coral Shores freshman phenom Ali Wheatley, who placed first at a South Dade mini meet on April 1. Wheatley ran the 800-meter run, finishing two laps around the track in 2:36. Teammate Sammy Bates placed second in the same event. Wheatley went on to win the 3,200-meter run in 12:15 for two firsts.
Alaric Rodriguez placed first in the boys 800-meter run, finishing in 2:04. Adrik Gadea was one second behind Rodriguez for second place. Hayden Teal was second in the girls 1,600-meter run, while Tristian Rios and Jamie Cary were second and third in the boys race. Tristan Sanchez took second in the 3,200-meter boys run and Jarmoris Davis was second in shot put.
Two days later, the ’Canes headed to Marathon for the Middle Keys Invite.
Marathon’s girls won the meet 180-142 while Coral Shores won the boys competition 245-237. The Lady Fin win was driven by a trio of first-place throws from junior Justice Lee, whose top tosses re-broke all three of her own Marathon school records. Her discus throw, considered an elite performance by Mile Split, landed 33.20 meters from the throwing circle. That’s just under 109 feet, more than twice as far as her closest competitor. In the shot put, Lee hurled the 6-pound ball 37’3” and her javelin toss was 105’3”. Ava Merryman broke her own school record in pole vault, clearing the bar at 9’7.25” for a first-place finish in the event. Tinashay Cunningham won the 400-meter race in 1:04.25 on the track while Marathon’s jumpers secured multiple field events.
Daysi Williams won the high jump, clearing 4’9.75”, while Caylie Globe leaped 15’7.5” for a first in long jump. Other Fins wins were the 4x800 relay team of Rebecca Merryman, Rilynn Richards, Molly Joly and
Mylana Loza and the 4x100 team of Bryanna Jouvin, Marti Kilbourne, Williams and Adrianna Golding.
The Lady ’Canes saw firsts in the 100-meter dash, finished by Niveah Howard in 14.05 seconds, and the 200-meter dash, with Olive Welch finishing in 30.31. Sammy Bates won the 800 in 2:47 while Wheatley opted for the longer 1,600, which she won in 5:42. Julieanna Oddo raced to a first in the 100 hurdles in 20.03 seconds and the Coral Shores 4x400 team of Mira Jones, Tess Hill, Bates and Kate King was the team’s final first-place finish.
The Hurricane boys took 10 firsts. In the field events, Evan Osipov won the discus with a 120’4” throw while Jarmoris Davis threw the shot 41’11.5”. Adrik Gadea outjumped the field of long jump competitors with a 20’2.25” leap, while Riley Froman won the pole vault competition, clearing a 10’11.75” bar. On the track, Sean Harm won the 200-meter race in 24.76 seconds, Adrik Gadea won the 400 in 53.11 and Victor Lopez
1. Mikail ‘Jay’ Marshall leads the pack in the 100-meter dash.
2. Marathon’s Justice Lee, seen here preparing to unleash a PR javelin toss, broke three of her own school records April 2.
3. Coral Shores’ Evan Osipov won the discus competition at the Middle Keys Invitational on April 2.
4. Fabbianho Louis Jeune catches major air during his winning triple jump on April 2.
was first in the 800 with a time of 2:16. Tristan Sanchez rounded out the individual winners with a 12:25 3,200 race. The Hurricanes had two winning relay teams as well: the 4x100 crew of Uriel Gutierrez, Harm, Danny Malagon and Tanel Irons and 4x400 team of Alaric Rodriguez, Tristian Rios, William Roberts and Gadea raced to first-place finishes.
Marathon’s boys had just two track wins. Mikail Marshall won the 100 in 11.47 seconds and Vance Bursa was first in the 1,600, winning in 4:33. In the jumping events, Fab Louis Jeune won the high jump and triple jump, clearing 5’5.75” and 36’9.5” respectively. Israel Gonzalez won the javelin event with a 111’6” throw. Maverick McDonald’s 8’7” vault did not win but did break a school record.
Key West had some elite performances of its own last week at the Father Luis Ripoll S.J. Relays at Belen Jesuit, where more than a dozen top-level South Florida teams went to compete on April 5. The Conch boys were second overall and the girls were fourth, with multiple notable performances from both squads.
Just prior to the meet’s start, Conchs head coach Dave Perkins asked thrower Noah Mercer if he would be breaking any records that day. Mercer’s short reply,
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“Yep,” rang true as he won the boys discus event with a 152-foot toss that broke his own school record by six feet. Shane Lavallee then hurled the javelin 176’8” to take over that Conch record, surpassing the old one by more than seven feet. And though it was two-and-ahalf inches shy of a school record, Malachi Telisma won first place at the meet with a fantastic 6’3.5” high jump performance.
Other notable performances from Key West’s boys team were Walson Morin’s second-place 200-meter race. Morin also ran a leg of each of Key West’s secondplace relay teams. Morin teamed up with Jeff Dejean, Lavallee and Telisma in the 4x100 and 4x200 relays. Dejean went on to place second in the long and triple jump events, Ian Newton was second in pole vault and Josh Johnson was second in the shot and discus events.
Audrey Smith was the big winner for the Lady Conchs, sweeping the throwing events for a trio of firsts. Smith threw the javelin 119’10”, the discus 110’9” and the shot 28’5.75” to secure nearly half of the team’s points. Colleen Barter accounted for the team’s other first-place finish, clearing the high jump bar at 4’7.75”. Ariel Newton was second in pole vault, clearing 8’10.25”, and then ran a leg of the second-place 4x200 relay team with Alyssandra Camargo, Mirakle Humphrey and Janiliah Moore.
All three Keys teams will meet in Key West on Friday, April 11 to finish out their regular seasons. District meets begin April 22 for Key West and Coral Shores, who will compete at Tropical Park in Miami for the FHSAA 2A District 16 Championships. Marathon will compete the following day at Palmer Trinity for the 1A event.
Jace Jackson’s successful faceoffs helped boost the Hurricanes in a five-game win streak the past two weeks. JOY SMITH/Keys Weekly
HOME FIELD ADVANTAGE
’Canes
and Conchs won’t travel for quarterfinals
Coral Shores baseball is not the only team with an impressive win streak this season. The Hurricane lacrosse team has won its last five games, giving them a slightly easier path in district bracketing as the postseason begins.
Last week, the team added three of those wins, first against Miami Country Day on April 1 in an 8-5 triumph over the Spartans. Yandel Chaguaseda scored three goals and assisted on another to lead the scoring. Zane Martinez and Reed Tudor found the goal twice each and Finn McDonough scored one and assisted on two more. McDonough also picked up 11 ground balls for the ’Canes. Jace Jackson won 15 of his 16 faceoffs and scooped up seven ground balls of his own. Brock Bynum registered 11 saves in goal.
Two days later it was Christian Gonzalez with the high score, with two goals netted. McDonough, Tudor and James Mitchell accounted for the other three and Bynum had another 19 saves in a 5-3 win over Miami Palmetto. The following night, Bynum recorded a rare lacrosse shutout against Keys Gate. A dozen Hurricanes scored against the Knights in a lopsided 18-0 win. Mitchell and Tudor each recorded hat tricks and Drake Prosek and Rory Ferger scored two apiece to bring the team to an 11-5 regular season finish.
Key West finished 8-6 after defeating Miami Country Day 17-11. The win likely boosted the Conchs just enough for them to earn a coveted home-field playoff game in the district quarterfinals this week.
Coral Shores will play Florida Christian in the FHSAA 1 District 16 quarterfinals on Thursday, April 10 at 4 p.m. The ’Canes come into the tournament ranked No. 3 while Florida Christian is sixth in the standings. In their last meetup, the Hurricanes prevailed over the Patriots, but the game was forced into overtime before a victor could emerge. Should the Hurricanes beat the Patriots, their most likely opponent in the semis would be Ransom Everglades, another team the Hurricanes narrowly defeated in the regular season. The topranked team in the district is a formidable Gulliver Prep, a high-scoring crew that remains untested against Keys teams this season.
Key West, ranked No. 4 in District 16, is matched with fifth-ranked Westminster Christian in the quarterfinals. The teams will face off in The Backyard of Key West on April 10 at 6 p.m. Key West is looking to avenge a narrow loss to the Warriors earlier this season, and should they prevail, their path to the championship game becomes a bit trickier; their next opponent would be Gulliver for the semis on April 12.
5. Riley Froman sets up to clear the bar for a win in the boys pole vault competition.
Coral Shores baseball stretched its win streak to 15 last week after a pair of victories, beginning with what amounted to a home run derby against Dade Christian School on April 1. Donovan Thiery started the slugfest with a solo homer to center field before the Warriors retired the side. The game went scoreless for the next two frames until Campbell Lavoie sent one over the center field fence for a solo home run of his own. Then it was Dade Christian’s turn, but unlike the Hurricane homers, this one scored three, giving the Warriors the lead until Eddie Holly drove home two with a shot to left field for home run number four of the game.
By the top of the sixth, Coral Shores was ahead 7-4. A pair of Dade Christian home runs put the Hurricanes in jeopardy, but the team held on and brought home win number 15. Thiery earned the win pitching for Coral Shores while Lavoie collected the save. Lavoie, Holly and AJ Putetti had two hits each in the team total of 10.
15 STRONG Hurricanes extend win streak as all three Keys squads carry winning records
The following night, the ’Canes won 14-4 at Mater Bay Academy. Holly and Putetti’s bats were still on fire, with each slugger logging three hits while Lavoie added two to the team’s 11-hit total. O’Berry threw four innings of no-hit ball, striking out six and walking one. Glade Harrelson closed it out for win number 16 for the team, whose 16-1-1 record should serve them well in district seedings.
MARATHON
Marathon had an action-packed week, playing four games in as many days. They started off at Berean Christian in West Palm Beach for a doubleheader with the Bulldogs on April 1. In game one, Marathon collected seven hits with two from Mason Thornton, who had two RBIs. Gavin Leal added a hit and three RBIs to the team totals. The Fins stole 10 bases, with three each by Thornton and Jason Stubblefield. Shane Dieguez lasted five innings, striking out four, walking none and allowing five hits and zero earned runs in an 8-3 Dolphin win.
Due to the doubleheader, the teams decided to make game one a bit shorter, cutting off play after five frames. Game two would also be abbreviated, but this time due to the mercy rule. In a resounding 14-0 win, Marathon racked up 16 hits, with two each from Dylan Williams, Jack Chapman, Jack Dunn, Gavin Leal and Gabe Leal. Gabe Leal and Curren Nicolay each drove in three runs for the Fins. Roco Piscetello earned the win on the mound, surrendering just two hits, walking one and striking out one batter.
Two nights later, the Fins were at Jupiter Christian, where despite outhitting the Eagles, they lost 5-1. Gabe Leal went the distance on the mound, delivering two strikeouts and two walks while surrendering seven hits. Leal led offensively as well, logging three hits against Jupiter. Jason Stubblefield and Thornton had two hits each out of the Fins’ nine total. The team stole five bases, but luck was with the Eagles, whose perfectly-placed hits gave them the advantage while nine stranded Fins runners made for a low score.
Marathon’s week ended in a home game against Mater Bay Academy on April 4. The Dolphins defeated the Rays 10-3
Top: Coral Shores’ pitcher Campbell Lavoie’s efficiency on the mound has led to a 2.03 ERA this season. The senior hurler has five wins and two saves this season. JOY SMITH/Keys Weekly
Above: A 3-3 performance at the plate by Marathon sophomore Jason Stubblefield, plus two stolen bases, helped power the Dolphins’ home win against Mater Bay Academy on April 4.
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off 10 hits, led by Stubblefield, who was 3-3 at the plate. Stubblefield went on to steal two of Marathon’s eight stolen bases in the win. Williams, Thornton and Leo Mendez had two hits apiece and Gavin Leal added one. Thornton got the win on the mound with eight strikeouts, one walk and five hits allowed over five innings. Jack Chapman and Dylan Williams finished out the innings to help bring Marathon to a 14-9 record as they await their conference playoff bracket, which will precede district playoffs for the Fins.
KEY WEST
Key West made the trip to Mater Academy Charter on April 2 to take on a talented Lions team. The Conchs put one on the board in the first inning, then the Lions answered back with an eight-run rally for a comfortable lead. Key West took advantage of a pair of errors and strong hitting from Conch bats in the third to narrow the deficit by five runs, but a strong Lions team and the unfortunate first inning were too much to overcome. Roman Garcia had three of Key West’s nine hits. Kade Maltz and Xavier Perez were good for two each in the 11-9 loss.
The Conchs then took their frustrations out on the Stingarees of Miami High in a two-game series with the 7A team. In the April 4 matchup, Key West dispatched them in five innings via nine hits, nine walks and three hit batters. Darreld Tremino and Nelson Ong had two hits each in the win. Tremino had three RBIs and Ong had two. Sam Holland had three RBIs and a pair of stolen bases. Jon Carlos Lampas-Gormley threw four innings for the win, striking out six, walking one and allowing four hits before Kasey Kasper closed the show for a 14-4 Conch win.
The following night, the Stingarees lasted seven innings but still ended up on the losing side thanks to a dozen Conch hits, several of which went for extra bases. Maltz registered two doubles and a triple while Pichardo had a triple and two singles. Tremino smacked three singles for three RBIs and Nelson Ong added two singles. Auggy Davila accounted for the final Conch hit. Vinnie Moline earned the win in four innings on the mound by fanning five, walking two and surrendering four hits. Maltz and Cruz Holmes also saw action, striking out two batters each. The 14-9 Conchs have just two games left in the regular season.
KTIME TO SHINE
Giacopuzzi says that the team will focus on shifting to a more confident dialogue and use their errors from the Country Day game to fuel them in the postseason. The Lady Conchs’ power rankings placed them as the fourth seed in District 16, matching them against No. 5 Lourdes Academy for their quarterfinal matchup on April 9 (results not available at press time).
Coral Shores had a pair of games last week, starting with an away game at Palmer Trinity School on April 1. The Hurricanes lost that one 10-3, but with one game left in the regular season to pick up a W, the team was not about to go winless – and in their final showing, the Hurricanes downright dominated.
Shay Stober scored a half-dozen goals to lead the charge in the April 4 home game against Keys Gate. Lela Goodrich and Ivy Tiedemann each netted hat tricks while Adelynn McNew, Allegra Fucaraccio and Anaia Woods scored two apiece. Saylor Wampler, Chloe Cummings and Eliyanna McLeod accounted for the other three in a 21-2 thumping. Wampler and McLeod enjoyed their first career goals in the team’s first win of the season.
The ’Canes will need to win a play-in game prior to earning a district quarterfinal game. The good news is their opponent for the April 9 play-in was Keys Gate at Westminster Christian School (results not available at press time). A win against the Knights would place the Hurricanes in the quarterfinals, but that game would occur directly afterward, against the district’s top-seeded team.
The Westminster Christian Warriors are not just the top-ranked team in the district; they will play their quarterfinal matchup against either eighth-ranked Coral Shores or ninth-ranked Keys Gate on fresh legs at home when their opponent has just finished a full game.
ey West’s girls lacrosse team finished the regular season 5-8 after a disappointing loss at Miami Country Day on April 3. The Lady Conchs lost 11-10 to the Spartans despite maintaining a narrow lead for the bulk of the game. A last-minute sideline error and twominute penalty gave the Spartans the upper hand, and they capitalized to tie the game and force a six-minute sudden-death overtime period. In such a predicament, Conchs coach Marisa Giacopuzzi said, “It all comes down to the draw. Win the draw, win the game. And that is exactly what Miami Country Day did in less than one minute.”
Though the loss wasn’t the final game the Conchs wanted, some fantastic performances were noted from Key West’s athletes. Althea Olsen was on point in her defense against the Spartans’ top scorer, shutting her down for much of the game. Deanna Mercier scored four goals, picked up three ground balls and won three draw controls to lead the stat boards. The talented senior also caused a turnover. Kaitlyn Piloto netted one goal, won four draws and scooped three ground balls. Colbie Turner scored three and Adriana Dall and Eisley Whitehead each scored one goal while Mavis Bishop won a pair of draw controls. Courtney Grabus and Olivia Moore combined for 16 saves in goal to keep the game close.
From left: Mavis Bishop added one goal to the team total against Miami Country Day last week.
Althea Olsen was credited with putting other teams on lockdown this season.
Saylor Wampler netted her first career goal last week.
Shay Stober scored six against Keys Gate on April 4.
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FICTITIOUS NAME NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned, desiring to engage in business under the fictitious name of Ocean Breeze Marathon located at 101 11th Street, Marathon, FL 33050 intends to register said name with the Florida Department of State, Tallahassee, Florida.
By: 101 11TH STREET LLC, a Delaware limited liability company
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FICTITIOUS NAME NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned, desiring to engage in business under the fictitious name of Sunset Harbor at Cow Key located at 5031 5th Avenue, Key West, FL 33040 intends to register said name with the Florida Department of State, Tallahassee, Florida.
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FICTITIOUS NAME NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned, desiring to engage in business under the fictitious name of The Hideaway located at 6531 Maloney Avenue, Key West, FL 33040 intends to register said name with the Florida Department of State, Tallahassee, Florida.
By: 6531 MALONEY AVENUE
Statute 328.17, Robbies of Key West, LLC claims a possessory lien on the following described vessels:
Owned by Phillip Northcutt for unpaid storage fees: a 1974 Coronado Yachts 35’ Sailboat “Starship” HIN: CYNA01840174
Owned by Eric Desantis for unpaid storage fees: a 1972 Morgan 36.5’ Sailboat “Southern Aire” HIN: 623721
Owned by David Vance for unpaid storage fees: a 1984 Hunter 31.3’ Sailboat “Zephyr” HIN: HUN31366G484
Sealed bids will be accepted on April 18th, 2025 at Robbies of Key West, 7281 Shrimp Rd, Key West Fl 33040. Robbies of Key West, LLC reserves the right to reject any and all bids.
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PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE
Florida Keys Council of the Arts
Notice of Upcoming Meetings
Apr 21, 2025, at 4:00 PM
Join Zoom Meeting Meeting ID: 868 5977 7957
Passcode: 474491
Executive Committee Meeting
Apr 23, 2025, at 4:00 PM Join Zoom Meeting Meeting ID: 829 1861 1720
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NOTICE OF REQUEST FOR COMPETITIVE SOLICITATIONS CITY OF MARATHON REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP) FOR
PROFESSIONAL AUDITING
SERVICES NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that sealed proposals will be received by the CITY OF MARATHON, until 10:00 am, local time, Wednesday, May 7, 2025, at the Clerk’s office of the City of Marathon located at 9805 Overseas Highway, Marathon, Florida, 33050.
Marathon, FL 33050, or by email to: ci.marathon.fl.us.cityofmarathon@ No verbal communications shall be binding. Only written Addendum from the City shall be Publish:binding. April 10, 2025
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NOTICE OF REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS CITY OF MARATHON NOTICE TO QUALIFIED PUBLIC INFORMATION OFFICER: REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS
PUBLIC NOTICE
and other persons having claims or demands against decedent's estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM.
THIS NOTICE. ALL CLAIMS NOT SO FILED WILL BE FOREVER BARRED.
The date of first publication of this Notice is: April 10, 2025.
Co-Personal Representative: HARVEY E. BROWN
c/o Samuel J. Kaufman, Esq.
Law Offices of Samuel J. Kaufman, P.A.
3130 Northside Drive Key West, Florida 33040
Florida Bar Number: 359173 Cunningham Miller Rhyne PA 10075 Overseas Hwy PO Box 500938
Marathon, FL 33050
Telephone: (305) 743-9428
Fax: (305) 743-8800
E-Mail: service@ floridakeyslaw.com
Secondary E-Mail: rmiller@ floridakeyslaw.com
Co-Personal Representative: JILL E. WINLAND-BROWN
c/o Samuel J. Kaufman, Esq.
Law Offices of Samuel J. Kaufman, P.A.
3130 Northside Drive Key West, Florida 33040
LLC, a Delaware limited liability
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE
Please take notice that in accordance with Florida
The Florida Keys Council of the Arts will hold the following meetings via Communications Media Technology using a ZOOM webinar platform. The access points to view the Zoom meetings or for members of the public to provide public input will be: JOIN ZOOM via the Zoom app and use each meeting ID and password listed. Meetings are open to the public, and all are invited to attend. Questions, or to RSVP, please email Liz Young at director@keysarts.com
Art In Public Places Committee Meeting
Apr 15, 2025, at 4:00 PM Join Zoom Meeting Meeting ID: 889 2768 6745
Passcode: 960431 Council of the Arts Nominating Committee
The Monroe County Tourist Development Council has funding available to governmental entities and non-profit organizations for capital projects.
The project/facility must have the primary purpose of promoting tourism and must fall into one of the following categories:
The City of Marathon, Florida, hereby requests, sealed "Proposals" from Professional auditors to provide auditing Services to the City of Marathon.
Proposals shall be prepared, addressed and submitted in compliance with detailed instructions as set forth in the RFP documents. Bid documents may be examined and obtained online at www. demandstar.com.
The City reserves the right to accept or reject any or all proposals, to waive irregularities, technical errors and formalities, and to award the contract as it deems will best serve the interest of the City.
Any questions by prospective Proposers concerning this RFP shall be addressed in writing to the City Clerk, not later than 7 days prior to the submittal date by mail to 9805 Overseas Highway,
Convention Center, Sports Stadium, Sports Arena, Coliseum, Auditorium, Aquarium, Museum, Zoological Park, Nature Center, Fishing Pier, Beach or Beach Park Facility, Channel, Estuary, or Lagoon, Public Facilities in Accordance with Conditions set forth in the Florida Statutes.
The deadline for receipt of applications is April 22, 2025, and applications must be downloaded from the County’s Bonfire platform.
For more information, please email Maxine@fla-keys.com.
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Visit Florida Keys has funding available for those interested in applying for Destination or Turnkey event funding for events to take place between October 1, 2025 and September 30, 2026; or for pre-promotion funding for Destination events to take place between October 1, 2026 and December 31, 2026.
The deadline for receipt of applications is April 8, 2025, and applications must be downloaded from the County’s Bonfire platform.
For more information, please email Maxine@fla-keys.com.
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The City of Marathon, Florida, is seeking to hire a contracted Public Information Officer (PIO) to manage all social media and press releases within the City of Marathon. The PIO will keep the media and public informed of the services and accomplishments of the City. This includes but is not limited to: writing press releases, all social media (Facebook, etc.), television, website information, and communication with the press. Request for Qualifications (RFQ) documents may be examined at City Hall, 9805 Overseas Highway, Marathon, Florida. RFQ documents may also be examined online at www.demandstar.com. All RFQ documents must be obtained from Demand Star. RFQ documents obtained from any source other than Demand Star may not be accurate or complete, and each Responder and subcontractor assumes all risks by their reliance on such documents. Any Responder or sub-contractor who does not obtain the RFQ documents from Demand Star will not be notified of any RFQ addenda issued by the City, which could contain material changes thereto (such as additions or changes to the technical specifications, extensions of time, etc.)
Responses should be limited to 10 pages.
To be considered, qualifications packages must be submitted to the City Clerk of the City of Marathon. Qualifications packages will be received by the City Clerk, at the City of Marathon City Hall, 9805 Overseas Highway, Marathon, Florida 33050 until 3:00 PM EDT, May 15, 2025 (the “Response Submission Deadline”). Responses received after this time will not be considered. Responses received will be opened promptly thereafter. One (1) original qualification package and two (2) complete unbound copies must be signed and submitted in a sealed opaque envelope. Envelopes must be clearly marked:
City Clerk City of Marathon RESPONSE TO RFQ
Public Information Officer (PIO)
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA
PROBATE DIVISION
File No. 25-CP-000093-P Division: Probate IN RE: ESTATE OF Charles C. Phelan, also known as, Charles Craven Phelan, Deceased.
The administration of the estate of Charles C. Phelan, deceased, whose date of death was July 5, 2024, is pending in the Circuit Court for Monroe County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 88770 Overseas Highway Suite 2, Plantation Key, FL 33070. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative's attorney are set forth below. All creditors of the decedent
The personal representative has no duty to discover whether any property held at the time of the decedent's death by the decedent or the decedent's surviving spouse is property to which the Florida Uniform Disposition of Community Property Rights at Death Act as described in ss. 732.216-732.228, Florida Statutes, applies, or may apply, unless a written demand is made by a creditor as specified under s. 732.2211, Florida Statutes.
All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent's estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT'S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED.
The date of first publication of this notice is April 10, 2025.
Personal Representative: Sandra L. Phelan 121 Front Street, Unit E Lewes, DE 19958 Attorney for Personal Representative: Bryan E. Bloom Florida Bar No.126722 Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP
2600 Campus Drive Florham Park, NJ 07932 Email Address: bryan.bloom@ faegredrinker.com Telephone: 973-549-7104 Publish: April 10 & 17, 2025 The Weekly Newspapers
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SIXTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION CASE NO.: 25-CP-125-K IN RE: THE ESTATE OF LARRIE STEPHEN BUSLOFF, Deceased. NOTICE TO CREDITORS
The administration of the estate of LARRIE STEPHEN BUSLOFF, deceased, whose date of death was March 17, 2025, Case: 25-CP-125-K, is pending in the Circuit Court, Probate Division, the address of which is 500 Whitehead Street, Key West, FL 33040. The names and addresses of the personal representatives and the personal representatives’ attorney are set forth below. All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate, including unmatured, contingent or unliquidated claims, on whom a copy of this notice is served must file their claims with this court WITHIN THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate, including unmatured, contingent or unliquidated claims, must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF
Attorney for Co-Personal Representatives: Samuel J. Kaufman, Esq. Florida Bar No. 0144304
Law Offices of Samuel J. Kaufman, P.A.
3130 Northside Drive Key West, Florida 33040
Email designation for service: Service.Probate@ samkaufmanlaw.com
Telephone: (305) 292-3926
Fax: (305) 295-7947
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION FILE NO.: 25-CP-97-M
DIVISION: MARATHON IN RE: ESTATE OF DONALD ROBERT BRASWELL Deceased.
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
The administration of the estate of Donald Robert Braswell, deceased, whose date of death was February 17, 2025, is pending in the Circuit Court for Monroe County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 3117 Overseas Highway, Marathon, FL 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 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.
The personal representative has no duty to discover whether any property held at the time of the decedent's death by the decedent or the decedent's surviving spouse is property to which the Florida Uniform Disposition of Community Property Rights at Death Act as described in ss. 732.216-732.228, Florida Statutes, applies, or may apply, unless a written demand is made by a creditor as specified under s. 732.2211, Florida Statutes. All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED.
The date of first publication of this notice is: April 3, 2025.
Personal Representative: James Gary Braswell 670 E. Riverside Dr. Bastrop, TX 78602 Attorney for Personal Representative: Robert K. Miller, Esq. Attorney
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UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT SOUTHERN DISTRICT OF FLORIDA
KEY WEST DIVISION “IN ADMIRALTY” CASE NUMBER: 4:25-cv-10021JEM IN THE MATTER OF THE COMPLAINT OF:
WILLIAM MILNER & PAULA MILNER, as owners of the S/V Sara Lou, a 1992 34’ Pacific Seacraft Monohull Sail, bearing Hull Identification No.: PCS34227G192, its Engines, Tackle, Appurtenances, Equipment, Etc., In a cause for Exoneration from or Limitation of Liability. Petitioner.
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NOTICE TO ALL POTENTIAL CLAIMANTS OF COMPLAINT FOR EXONERATION FROM OR LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
As the owner of the S/V Sara Lou, a 1992 34’ Pacific Seacraft Monohull Sail bearing Hull Identification No.: PCS34227G192, (the “Vessel”)—and pursuant to 46 U.S.C § 30501, et seq., and Supplemental Rule F of the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure—William Milner and Paula Milner filed a Complaint on March 4, 2025, in the United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida seeking exoneration from, or limitation of, any liability concerning any and all personal injury, property damage, destruction, or other losses arising out of or related to an incident on or about December 27, 2024, on the navigable waters of the United States in Buttonwood Sound, Key Largo, in Monroe County, Florida, as more fully described in the complaint. The Court has accepted a letter of undertaking as interim security for all claims against Petitioners and the Vessel. Pursuant to 46 U.S.C. § 30511(c), “all claims and proceedings against the owner related to the matter in question shall cease.” By June 9, 2025, all persons or entities claiming damage for any and all loss, destruction, injuries, and/or death allegedly as a result of the occurrences and happenings recited in the complaint must file their respective claims with the clerk of this court and serve copies thereof on Petitioners’ counsel. By the same date, all persons or entities presenting claims and desiring to contest the allegations of the complaint must file an answer to the complaint in this court and must serve copies thereof on Petitioners’ counsel or be defaulted. Service on Petitioners’ counsel may be made by delivery or mail to Richard J. McAlpin, or Lourdes M. Cardelle of MCALPIN FLOREZ MARCOTTE, P.A., 80 SW 8th Street, Suite 2805, Miami, Florida 33130, telephone number (305) 810-5400. Dated: March 13, 2025. Angela E. Noble United States District Court Southern District Court of Florida By: Nadhege Augustin Deputy Clerk
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 16TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA CASE NO.: 25-DR-349-K DEON ROBINSON, Petitioner, and ANTTWON JEWSOME, Respondent.
NOTICE OF ACTION FOR DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE (NO CHILD OR FINANCIAL SUPPORT) TO: ANTTWON JEWSOME RESPONDENT’S LAST KNOWN ADDRESS: 1213 14TH STREET, LOT 184, KEY WEST, FL 33040
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 Deon Robinson, whose address is 1213 14th Street, Lot 184, Key West, FL 33040 on or before May 31, 2025, 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.
The action is asking the court to decide how the following real or personal property should be divided: N/A
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.) Future papers in this lawsuit will be mailed or e-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: March 26, 2025 Kevin Madok, CPA Clerk of the Circuit Court Monroe County, Florida By: Destiny Johnson Deputy Clerk Publish: April 3, 10, 17 & 24, 2025 The Weekly Newspapers
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 16TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA CASE NO.: 25-DR-315-K MONIKA BANDOVA, Petitioner, and MICHAEL DAVID CARBON, Respondent.
NOTICE OF ACTION FOR DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE (NO CHILD OR FINANCIAL SUPPORT)
TO: MICHAEL DAVID CARBON RESPONDENT’S LAST KNOWN
ADDRESS: UNKNOWN
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 Monika Bandova, whose address is 3 Casa Roma Lane, Apt. 3, Key West, FL 33040 on or before April 28, 2025, and file the original with the clerk of this Court at 530 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. The action is asking the court to decide how the following real or personal property should be divided: N/A
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.) Future papers in this lawsuit will be mailed or e-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: March 17, 2025
Kevin Madok, CPA Clerk of the Circuit Court Monroe County, Florida By: Shonta McLeod Deputy Clerk
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SIXTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA CIVIL DIVISION CASE NO.: 25-CA-0291-K BANKS G. PREVATT, PATTY L. PEERY-PREVATT and JILL NOTTKE, Plaintiffs, vs. LITTLE TORCH PROPERTIES, INC.,(A DISSOLVED FLORIDA CORPORATION),JOSEPH PARDO, AS RECEIVER OF LITTLE TORCH PROPERTIES, INC.,(DECEASED), AND ALL UNKNOWN PERSONS OR BUSINESS ENTITIES HAVING OR CLAIMING TO HAVE ANY RIGHT, TITLE, OR INTEREST IN THE DISPUTED PROPERTY IN THIS CASE, WHETHER THROUGH OR DERIVED FROM LITTLE TORCH PROPERTIES INC., OR OTHERWISE, Defendants. ___________ / NOTICE OF ACTION TO QUIET TITLE To: LITTLE TORCH PROPERTIES, INC., (A DISSOLVED FLORIDA CORPORATION), C/O JOSEPH PARDO (DECEASED), AS RECEIVER OF LITTLE TORCH PROPERTIES, INC., AND ALL UNKNOWN PERSONS OR BUSINESS ENTITIES HAVING, OR CLAIMING TO HAVE, ANY RIGHT, TITLE, OR INTEREST IN THE DISPUTED PROPERTY IN THIS CASE, WHETHER THROUGH OR DERIVED FROM LITTLE TORCH PROPERTIES INC., OR OTHERWISE, YOU ARE NOTIFIED that an action to quiet title of the following described property in the Circuit Court of Monroe County, Key West Division, has been filed against you and you are required to serve a copy of your written defenses, if any, to Kevin Hoyes, of Kevin Hoyes Attorney, P.A, at 422 Fleming Street, Key West, Florida, 33040, Phone (305) 731 3349 (Plaintiffs Attorney), on or before DATE: April 28, 2025, and file the original with the Clerk of this Court either before service on the Plaintiffs' attorney or immediately thereafter, including your full name and address; otherwise a default will be entered against you for the relief demanded in the Complaint.
The Property at issue in this case is formally described as follows:
1. The disputed property lies at the rear of 141 Pirates Road, Little Torch Key, is of a size of approximately 750 square Feet, has a parcel ID number of 00215471-000000 (and an Alternate Key Number of 9036754) according to the Monroe County Property
Appraiser's website.
2. The upland property is also more fully described (according to a survey dated February 19, 2025 by Reece & Associates (of 31193 Avenue A, Big Pine Key, FL. 33043), as follows:
Parcel 1
A portion of the northerly 25 feet of Lot 30, Block 1 of Jolly Roger Estates, according to the Plat thereof as recorded in Plat Book 5, Page 34, of the public records of Monroe County, Florida, and being more particularly described by metes and bounds as follows:
Commence at Southwest corner of Lot 30, Block 1 of Jolly Roger Estates, Plat book 5, Page 34, thence bear N00°00'00"E along the west line of said Lot 30 and the east right-of-way line of Pirates Road, as shown on said Plat, for a distance of 85 feet to the point of beginning.
Thence, continue N00°00'00"E for a distance of 10.22 Feet to a point on the edge of an existing canal and the intersection of the westerly projection of an existing concrete seawall; Thence leaving said right of way line, bear S89°54'0l"E along said canal edge and seawall for a distance of 24.32 feet to a point on the northwest corner of an existing boat basin; Thence bear S00°40'33"W for a distance of 10.18 feet to a point that is 25 feet south of and parallel to the north line of said Lot 30, Block 1; Thence bear N90°00'00"W, along said line, for a distance of 24.44 feet back to the point of the beginning.
Together with Parcel 2
A portion of the northerly 25 feet of Lot 30, Block 1, Jolly Roger Estates, according to the Plat thereof as recorded in Plat Book 5, Page 34, of the public records of Monroe County, Florida, and being more particularly described by metes and bounds as follows:
Commence at Southwest corner of Lot 30, Block 1 of Jolly Roger Estates, Plat book 5, Page 34, thence bear N00°00'00"E along the west line of said Lot 30 and the east right-of-way line of Pirates Road, as shown on said Plat, for a distance of 85 feet to a point of intersection with a line that is 25 feet south of and parallel to the north line of said Lot 30, Block 1; then bear S90°00'00''E, along said line, for a distance of 49.60 to a point on the east line of an existing boat basin and the point of beginning.
Thence, bear N00°55'28", along said basin, for a distance of 9.73 feet to the northwest corner thereof, said corner also being on the face of an existing concrete seawall on the southerly side of an existing canal; Thence S89°06'33"E, along said seawall, for a distance of 50.24 feet to a point on line of said lot 30; Thence bear S00°00'00"W, along said east line for a distance of 8.95 feet to s point that is 25 feet south of and parallel to the north line of said Lot 30, Block 1; Thence bear N90°00'00"W, along said line, for as distance of 50.39 feet back to the point of the beginning. Containing 469.85 Sq. Ft., more or less. If you are a person with a disability who needs any accommodation in order to participate in this proceeding, you are entitled, at no cost to you, to the provision of certain assistance. Please contact Cheryl Alfonso, ADA Coordinator, 302 Fleming Street, Key West, Florida 33040; (305) 292-3423, at least 7 days before your scheduled court appearance, or immediately upon receiving this notification if the time before the scheduled appearance is less than 7 days; if you are hearing or voice
impaired, call 711. Dated: March 17, 2025 Kevin Madok, Clerk of the Court for Circuit Court of Monroe County Key West, Florida By: Shonta McLeod As Deputy Clerk
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AUTOS WANTED
AUTOS ALL YEARS! Junk or Used Cars, Vans, Trucks. Runs or Not.$CASH 305-332-0483
AUTOS FOR SALE
1964 Ford Galaxy, 427 Big Block, 5-speed, located in Key Largo. REDUCED $45,000 954-445-6647
BOAT SLIP FOR RENT
19’x40’ slip in Marathon, could handle somewhat larger boat with approval from dockmaster. Desirable location in marina, easy in, easy out. Electricity, available, free water, pump out, WiFi. Available 1 May 25 thru Oct 25, possibly long term lease. Please contact Vern Rozier, 904 626 5279, or 904 626 8224 and leave call back info. Or email vrrozier@yahoo.com.
EMPLOYMENT
All Keys Yamaha hiring a Technician Marine Repair specializing in Yamaha outboard engines. Also hiring: Retail Parts/Counter HelpMarine outboard knowledge a plus. QuickBooks experience a plus. Hours M-F 8a-5p for both positions. Apply in person at 2001 Overseas Highway, Marathon. 305-743-3530
ALL KEYS GUTTER HIRING INSTALLERS $25/$35hrMajor Holidays Off - Benefits - Tavernier. Apply: call or text Jay 305-587-1581
Night Monitor – FREE
Private Room in exchange for overnight availability at our Assisted Living Facility. 5 nights on, 5 nights off 10pm-8am plus weekly stipend, Drug & background screen required. www. westcare.com/join-our-team/
HELP WANTED: Two Conchs in Marathon is now hiring a Full Time Retail Sales Person in our Tackle Shop/Marina. Competitive wages. Contact George 305-289-0199
Part Time Supervisor/ Housekeeper Position Available Immediately in Key Colony Beach. Hours may vary depending on need including weekends. Responsibilities include oversee housekeeping staff, inspecting rooms prior to guest occupancy, making up laundry bags, cleaning rooms, etc. Physical demands: ability to lift and carry laundry bags ~ 35 lb. **Must have reliable transportation** Please call/ text or email to discuss pay and to request application. Vivian -952-208-2850 Cheryl -305-505-8747
Marathon Yacht Club is hiring a part-time bookkeeper. QuickBooks experience required. Must provide photo ID, social security card or passport, and checking account. Email office@ marathonyachtclub.com to schedule an interview.
Marathon Yacht Club is hiring a part-time line cook. Private club, friendly atmosphere. Flexible lunch/ dinner shifts available Tuesday – Saturday, some Sundays. English proficiency required.
Must provide photo ID, social security card or passport, and checking account. Email office@marathonyachtclub. com to schedule an interview.
The Housing Authority of the City of Key West now hiring for the following positions: Resident Care Supervisor with min. 3 yrs. experience of an LPN, Carpenter-FTKeyWest, Housing Manager- FT-Marathon, Maintenance Mechanic (Maintenance Worker. To apply, please contact Human Resources at: wrightk@kwha.org or 305-296-5621 ext. 224. Applications are available at the Administrative Office located at 1400 Kennedy Dr., Key West, FL 33040 or online at www.kwha.org - EOE & Drug Free Work Place. This opportunity is covered under Section 3 of the HUD Act of 1968.
Serve/Bartend on the ocean! The Cabana Club, an ocean front private swim club is seeking a customer service-oriented Server/ Bartender. Serve on pool deck, beach and/or bar lounge. Open year round, 9:30am- 7pm daily. Full time/Part time. Small friendly staff. Above average hourly wage plus tips. Apply in person at 425 E. Ocean Dr. Key Colony Beach or call 404-219-3359 and ask for Dave.
Full time office position with strong computer skills, KCB Condominium, $78K per yr., apply by e-mail to HardingThomasL@aol.com, text or call 734-476-0531. HIRED IN LESS THAN TWO WEEKS!!!
PRIVATE COLLECTOR
WANTS Rolex, Dive Watches and Pilot Watches. Old Model Military Clocks & Watches. Call 305-743-4578
PRICE REDUCED!
2BR/1.5BA Mobile on canal in Key Largo. Single-wide, unfurn, w/40' dock-davits. No pets. $2,100/mo + $2,100 security. References needed. 616-813-9755
Downstairs apartment of a duplex to rent to 1 person (no pets). Large living room/ bedroom and separate kitchen. Large screened porch with its own washer/dryer and driveway. Utilities include wifi/tv. 150 ft to the ocean. MM 96 Key Largo $1600/ month. F/L/S 305-853-3779
1 upstairs bedroom for rent in Grassy Key (East Marathon). Unfurnished. Mostly private bathroom with shared W/D. Other upstairs occupants are the homeowners: A probation officer, his wife, and their very small dog. $1200/ month F/S 305-393-5049
Rental in Marathon: 4/2 pool waterfront tiki bar home with dock for up to 50 ft. Steps to Sombrero Beach, ocean in under 10 mins. Seasonal or annual. Furnished. Thania Moses, MBA & Realtor 954.683.2150
Available Now, Stock Island near CVS. Traveling nurses/Working professionals only. No pets, smokers or drugs. Gated, safe, quiet, has parking and a pool. Fully furnished room w/private bath, smart TV, washer/dryer. House and kitchen privileges always, w/fridge and cabinet space. Monthly rent REDUCED to $1,400.00 All Included. First and Last due at move in time. Call 305-797-5600
1BR/1BA fully furnished Apt. for rent in Marathon. Ideally one person. On canal w/boat lift, W/D, Wifi. $1,950/mo. 850-376-7137 RENTED IN THREE WEEKS!
Key West House For Rent - 28 day minimum. Recently renovated. 2 Units: 3BR/3BA or 2BR/2.5BA. 1 block to Schooner Wharf @ Historic Seaport. Starting $214/night. Sweet CarolineSeaport.com
YARD SALES
SARA’S ESTATE SALE: Part 2 of 2 Selling the contents of an award-winning watercolorist’s waterfront estate in Marathon!! Sale is Fri, April 11 and Sat, April 12 from 845a to 1p, both days, 2691 Sombrero Blvd, Marathon. We have ART! and art supplies: frames, canvas, mats, paper, paint & pastels. Three Q bedroom sets (Drexel and wicker), living room & sitting room furniture, 6-seat glass & wood dining set. Bestequipped kitchen ever: AllClad, Le Creuset, Williams & Sonoma, crockpots, lobster pots, mixers, Breville oven & more. Pink Mikasa silverware matches a GINORMOUS set of Lenox “Poppies on Blue” matches French glass plates & pretty crystal pieces. Designer clothing (sm & med); shoes (8-8.5); purses by Dooney & Burke, Coach, Vera Bradley, etc.; pretty perfume bottles. Office chairs, printer, grill, grill accessories & outdoor wicker furniture (6 pcs). Flatscreen TVs (3), bedding, towels, beautiful pottery, lamps and so many rugs (runners & room). And, finally, a huge Knox gun safe. Follow the signs and park with consideration (DO NOT PARK on golf course grass). More photos at estatesales.net.
To place a Classified ad, please call 305-417-0871 or email anneke@keysweekly.com Anything from Autos or Boats for Sale to Housing for Rent or Yard Sales. The Keys Weekly Newspapers is the perfect place for you to advertise - only $25/ week for up to 5 lines of copy!
NOW HIRING INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY IT DIRECTOR
Manages the IT department and other technical operations within the City Government providing day to day support. Their main duties include identifying the organization’s IT needs, adding updates and enhancements to current computer systems and ensuring employees’ technical issues are resolved efficiently.
Researches and responds to technical questions regarding the operation of computing system functions. Works with the existing security and IT services provider to ensure accurate billing and IT needs are being met.
Extensive knowledge in computer systems and Microsoft application and operating system software required. Additional experience using proprietary software, such as ESRI ArcGIS, VueWorks, and/or other work-flow management software tools is helpful. Relevant experience may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis. Prior experience with similar hardware, software, and network systems and familiarity with local government information system is desirable.
Please see the online post on our website for additional details. www.ci.marathon.fl.us/jobs
MARINE OPERATIONS SPECIALIST AT FIU’S AQUARIUS REEF BASE
Join our dedicated Florida International University team that provides offshore logistical and emergency response support to the Medina Aquarius Program. We maintain and operate all underwater laboratory equipment and boats, monitor Life Support Systems, and coordinate diving activities as we assist scientists and clients in achieving their underwater research objectives.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Service, maintain, and operate underwater laboratory equipment support systems, ensuring functionality of critical safety equipment.
- Assist divers with underwater tasks such as experiment placement and data collection.
- Provide shore-based logistical support for Aquarius diving and boating operations, ensuring equipment is ready for missions.
- Serve as Captain of the ARB research vessel and as a USCG Captain for passenger vessels during operations.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
- High School Diploma with 3 years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- SCUBA diving certi cation and the ability to pass a Diving Physical Exam within 90 days of hire.
- General knowledge of diesel inboard boat operation and maintenance.
- Certi cations in CPR, Automatic External De brillator, First Aid, and Oxygen Administration, Current USCG License 6 Passenger.
For further information or to apply, please visit careers. u.edu and reference Job Opening ID# 534641. The position is open until lled; we will begin reviewing applications April 15, 2025.
SOLAR SALES FOR SALT ENERGY, LLC. - Dynamic, local company looking for good people to grow with us. Located in Marathon, we have been engineering, installing and servicing solar energy systems in the Keys, South Florida and Caribbean for over 30 years. We are looking for a Team player with a great attitude, excellent communication and sales skills, who is excited to share the benefits of solar energy. Initially, this position will be representing the residential and small commercial sector of the company, focused primarily in the Florida Keys.
RESPONSIBILITIES
• Visit customers’ homes to perform site surveys and provide tailored solar solutions.
• Prepare and deliver compelling sales proposals and negotiate terms to close deals.
• Communicate and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless project implementation and complete customer satisfaction.
REQUIREMENTS
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to build rapport with customers.
• Self-motivated, target-driven and able to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Results-oriented mindset with a focus on delivering an outstanding customer experience.
• Strong understanding of solar energy systems and industry best practices, preferred.
EDUCATION: High school diploma required. College degree in business or communication preferred.
JOB TYPE: Full-time. WORK LOCATION: In person.
PAY: Base pay plus bonus commissions. Benefits: 401(k) matching, PTO.
SALT Energy, LLC., 2992 Overseas Hwy, Marathon, FL 33050. Send resume and cover letter to Lisak@saltenergy.net.
NOW HIRING!
e Turtle Hospital in Marathon wants you to join their team!
EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM GUIDES/GIFT SHOP SALES
Full and part-time. Public speaking and & retail sales experience helpful. $19/hour to start.
Send resume to: turtlehospital@turtlehospital.org
NOW HIRING
HVAC TECH WANTED
Upper Keys position, reporting in Tavernier. Full time job with benefits, vacation time, and holidays.
Apply at keysschools.com or call 305-293-1400 ext. 53398
Keys Energy Services, in Key West, Florida, is accepting applications for the following position in its Engineering Department:
Starting pay rate for this position, depending on qualifications and experience: $131,081/annually$134,751/annually
For more information, including job duties and required qualifications, and to apply for the job, please visit their website at www.KeysEnergy.com. KEYS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. KEYS promotes a Drug-Free Workplace. Certain service members, veterans, the spouses and family members of service members and veterans, receive preference and priority in employment, and are encouraged to apply for positions being filled.
Call 305-407-3262 or email info@floridakeysaquariumencounters.com 11710 OVERSEAS HWY, MARATHON WANT TO WORK IN A
We are hiring for a new Walking and Running Store in Islamorada and Marathon, WALK HERE RUN HERE.
DUI FRONT DESK CLERK & EVALUATOR/INSTRUCTOR
The Advocate Program DUI school is hiring for part time positions. Front desk: 3 days a week, high school diploma required.
DUI instructors and evaluators: 2 days a week, Bachelors or Masters degree in substance abuse eld required.
Of ce located in Marathon. Contact Marcia at 305-704-0117.
DOLPHIN RESEARCH CENTER is a fun, environmentally friendly non-profit 501(c)(3) Corporation specializing in education, research, and rescue of marine mammals.
We have the following openings available. Scan the QR code to visit the careers page on our website.
FACILITIES MAINTENANCE
APPRENTICE
(Full-Time, Permanent)
STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER
OPENINGS AVAILABLE
PHYSICIAN PRACTICE OPENINGS
- Advanced Practice Provider (APRN-PA-C)Surgical, Ortho, Tavernier
- Advanced Practice Provider (APRN-PA-C), BHMG Multispecialty - Marathon, $5k Bonus
- Medical Assistant, Primary Care Marathon, $5k Bonus
(Full-Time, Part-Time, Permanent)
DRC seeks to provide for the well-being of its employees by offering a competitive total package. DRC currently offers a 401k retirement plan, medical benefits, HSA account, paid holidays, vacation, sick and an employee assistance program. DRC also provides life and disability insurance at no cost to the employee.
COME JOIN THE FAMILY!
Email your resume and a DRC application to drc-hr@dolphins.org. EOE
DOLPHIN RESEARCH CENTER
58901 O/S Hwy - Grassy Key, FL Teaching... Learning... Caring
YEARS!
We provide Mental Health and Substance Use Treatment Programs to the Florida Keys community while valuing and rewarding our employees.
MIAMI CANCER INSTITUTE KEY WEST
- Radiation Therapist, $12k Bonus
- Registered Nurse, Chemotherapy Infusion, $15k Bonus
- Advanced Practice Provider (APRN/PA-C), Medical Oncology, $5k Bonus
TAVERNIER MARINERS HOSPITAL
- Cook, Dietary
- Radiology Technologist 1, Imaging-MRI, $40k Bonus
- Multi-Modality Imaging Tech 1, (Mammo & X Ray), Radiology, $50k Bonus
- Registered Nurse, Emergency Department, $25k Bonus
- Patient Scheduler, Radiology
- ED Team Coordinator 1, Emergency Department
- Environmental Tech 1, $5k Bonus
- MC Multi-Modality Imaging Tech 1, Ultrasound/Vascular with Echo, $50k Bonus
MARATHON FISHERMEN’S COMMUNITY HOSPITAL
- Multi-Modality Imaging Tech 1, (CT & X Ray) Radiology, $50k Bonus
- Radiology Technologist 1, $40k Bonus
- Multi-Modality Imaging Tech 1, (Mammo & X Ray) Radiology, $50k Bonus
- Registered Nurse, Multispecialty Care, $25k Bonus
- Social Work Case Manager, Case Management, $10k Bonus
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
*Sign-on bonuses are available only for select full-time positions based on candidate experience.
Behavioral Health Counselor (Children)
MARATHON Care Coordinator (PT)
Driver – PT (CDL not required)
RN/Licensed Practical Nurse (PT)
Behavioral Health Therapist (Adult)
*Behavioral Health Technicians – 3 shifts (FT/PT)
*Support Worker (Assisted
MARATHON GARBAGE SERVICE
CLIENT MEDICAL SERVICES ASSISTANT, CNA (FT)
Assisting our clients with dental, medical and transportation appts. Act as liaison between clients, families and support staff. Requires some on-call responsibility. Min. requirement - Florida certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant.*
SUPPORTED LIVING COACH (FT)
Responsibilities include management of developmentally disabled clients in independent living environments, management of office and in-home support staff. Must be available for some evenings and weekends. Bachelor’s degree in related field or experience working with developmentally disabled clients in lieu of degree. Must have a valid FL driver’s license. Salary commensurate with experience.*
GROUP HOME MANAGER FT KEY WEST
FT administrative, salaried position. Responsible for operations of Group Homes in accordance with State and Fed regulations. Oversight of staff and clients. Bachelor’s degree and Florida DL w/clean driving record req. At least 2 years of mgmt and admin experience req, and direct or comparable experience w/same or similar population preferred. Computer skills: moderate to advanced.*
DIRECT CARE STAFF – NIGHTS/WEEKENDS - GROUP HOMES 24/7 (FT)
These positions are available at our Windsor and Von Phister Group Homes. Providing direct-care services and support to our clients in their home. Must be willing to work flexible shifts including overnights. This position requires a minimum of high school completion or GED and 1 year of experience with care giving or 30 hours of college coursework.*
*ALSO REQUIRED FOR ALL POSITIONS: Fluent in English language, speaking and writing, proficiency is a must. Level 2 background screening and valid Florida driver’s license. EOE
