12/12 Marathon Boys Basketball @ Marco Island Academy 7 p.m.
12/12 Marathon Girls Basketball @ St. Brendan 3:30 p.m.
12/12 Marathon Girls Soccer @ South Homestead 4 p.m.
ON THE COVER THE SCOREBOARD
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introduce our
ATHLETE
She never gives up on a play. She is looking to distribute the ball and is an integral part of our attack.”
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Zach Owens, Hurricanes head coach
GOODWIN
On Coral Shores’ roster, junior Grace Goodwin is listed as a defender, midfielder and striker. In fact, she does it all. The versatile athlete uses her skills wherever the ’Canes need her. Most recently she came up big against Pace, scoring one of the team’s goals and holding down the midfield, then did a fantastic job getting the ball to her teammates against Marathon in two of the ’Canes’ four wins thus far. For her unselfish and dynamic play, Grace Goodwin is the Keys Weekly Athlete of the Week.
THIS WEEK Grace
Junior, Coral Shores Soccer
Photo by: JIM McCARTHY/Keys Weekly
The
sports season has officially come to a close,
proud to
all-star teams for 2024, starting with girls volleyball and both boys and girls cross country. Top: Sofia Jans, left, and Niveah Howard. Center: Audrey Smith. Bottom: Elena Eubank, left, and Jordan MacDonald.
Photos by Barry Gaukel, Doug Finger and Maicey Malgrat.
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.
sean mcdonald
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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Upper Keys - Jim McCarthy jim@keysweekly.com
Key West - Mandy Miles mandy@keysweekly.com
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MEET THE ALLKEYS BOYS CROSS COUNTRY TEAM
HARRIERS SHOWED DRAMATIC IMPROVEMENT IN 2024
The 2024 season was the first in many years that all three Monroe County teams were represented at regionals, with Marathon and Coral Shores qualifying as teams and Key West sending an individual qualifier. Marathon went on to the next round, making the long trip to Tallahassee to compete at the state level. The top runners at Marathon and Coral Shores were upperclassmen, but the younger runners proved they could definitely keep up, setting the stage for more postseason hardware for Keys athletes in 2025.
Photos by Barry Gaukel, Jim McCarthy, Mark Hedden and Rick Mackenzie
Marathon senior Vaclav “Vance” Bursa shouldered the expectations placed upon him and left it all on the course at Apalachee Regional Park, where he completed his fourth consecutive state championship race. Bursa finished in 16:05, good enough for a ninth-place medal and a time just a few seconds shy of a school record. Bursa finished first at districts this season and second at regionals as well as winning a treasure trove of medals at local and South Florida races.
Junior Alaric Rodriguez put in the work in the offseason, and it paid off when he ran his personal best 18:22 on Oct. 16 in Marathon. Rodriguez won the Upper Keys Invite later in the season and helped his team qualify for regionals. His work ethic coupled with training on the track this spring will set him up for an exciting senior season.
Tony Bursa has been to the FHSAA 1A State Championship meet four times already and he is just a freshman. The youngest Bursa brother ran out from the shadow of his talented family to come into his own with a seasonbest 17:49 at regionals, where he finished 20th after bringing home an eighthplace medal from districts.
Hurricane harrier Tristan Rios helped qualify his team for regionals by running his personal best, a 19:26, at the FHSAA 2A District 8 Championships. The junior peaked at the end of the season, dropping two minutes from his first race, and his willingness to train hard sets him up for a stellar senior campaign in 2025.
Freshman phenom Sawyer Hill was consistently the top runner for the Conchs, running his PR, 18:56, at the 305 Classic on Oct. 11. From there, he went on to finish 21st at districts and cracked the top 100 at regionals, for which he qualified as an individual. The hard-working harrier has a very bright future with the Conchs running program. Tony Bursa
Just an eighth-grader, Lucian Burns set an impressive 18:20 PR at the FHSAA 1A Region 4 Championships in November. With a strong work ethic, Burns gradually climbed from the sixth-man spot to one of the team’s top runners this season and capped off his season with a state appearance.
Key West’s Will Forster peaked at the right time this season, running a PR of 20:27 at the FHSAA 2A District 8 Championships, the senior’s final race with the Conchs. Forster shaved off over three minutes this season alone and was integral to the Conchs’ cohesiveness, serving as a leader for his team. Lucian Burns
Marathon’s Allan Taylor is just a freshman, but he is not new to competitive running. Taylor made his second state appearance this year with the Fins and proved he had what it takes to keep up with Marathon’s fine-tuned runners. Taylor PRed at a home meet on Oct. 16, finishing in 18:16 on a flat, fast out-and-back course, then came close to that time a few weeks later at districts, where he was 13th overall.
Allan Taylor
William Forster
MEET THE ALLKEYS GIRLS CROSS COUNTRY TEAM
THREE TEAMS TAKE THREE DISTINCT PATHS TOWARD SUCCESS IN 2024
It was an interesting year for girls cross country. Key West found success in their most seasoned racers, while Marathon and Coral Shores watched their youngest competitors finish first all season long. The Conchs and ’Canes watched breakout stars steal the show, while the Lady Fins worked as a team to qualify for the state meet. Despite their stark differences, all three schools found success this season, and if their hard work and motivation have anything to do with it, the future looks bright for them all.
RUNNER OF THE YEAR
Senior Naima Thomas finished her cross country career with the Conchs by qualifying as an individual for the state meet, something only two other female Key West athletes had done before her. Thomas earned plenty of hardware this season, finishing sixth at districts and 12th at regionals. She broke into the top 100 at states, reaching her individual goal in style. Thomas’ PR this season came in October, when she ran a 20:13 at the Marathon meet.
Kate King’s 24:28 PR at Marathon on Oct. 16 was not just a solid time for a 5K; it was downright incredible, considering the sophomore harrier shaved off four minutes over the two-month season. King finished in the top 50 at districts, setting the tone for even more success in 2025
Coral Shores freshman Tess Hill put in the work and dropped three minutes in time this season, earning a PR of 24:27 at Marathon in October. Hill finished in the top 50 at districts for a successful first season with the ‘Canes.
Key West’s Caylaa Makimaa knew it would be a lot of work to reach her goal this season. Fortunately for the senior, hard work is something she actually enjoys. Makimaa hit her goal when she qualified for her second consecutive state appearance as an individual. During the season, she PRed at Marathon, running a 19:06, then finished 14th at districts while battling a cold. Makimaa was 14th again at regionals the following week, where she felt better and ran two minutes faster to clinch the final FHSAA 2A individual bid to states. Makimaa’s talent and discipline rubbed off on the rest of her team, making them better runners as well, but she credits them for what they gave to her. “Being able to have a group that was able to push one another in the way that we did was unforgettable, and I am so proud of them all,” she said. “This season was unforgettable, not only for the PRs and championship meets but also for the memories.”
Marathon’s Maeve Merryman was consistent this season, helping to bring down her team’s average time to make it to the state meet. In fact, 2024 was Merryman’s fourth state appearance. Her season best came at Spanish River, where she finished in 24:05, then she finished in the top 50 at both districts and regionals.
Caylaa Makimaa
Maeve
Naima Thomas
Key West’s Violet Jangraw trained with the best this season, and it showed in her improvement. Jangraw dropped two minutes from her time this season, running her PR at Marathon in October by finishing in 22:18. At districts, she cracked the top 50, and if her sophomore season is any indicator, Jangraw may just be Key West’s next breakout star.
Tiny but mighty, sixth-grader Molly Joly started the season strong and just kept getting better. By the end of the season, she was consistently the top runner for the Fins. At districts, she earned an eighth-place medal, and Joly finished her season with a PR of 21:28 at the state meet in Tallahassee, where she cracked the top 100.
Freshman phenom Ali Wheatley burst onto the cross country scene this season, finishing with a mid22-minute time at the Race of the Thoroughbreds in August, and led the team all the way through regionals, where she qualified as an individual runner. Wheatley was seventh at districts, 15th at regionals and missed qualifying for states by a single place. She ran her PR of 19:30 at Marathon in October.
Senior captain Ella Dunn ran her best time this season at districts, finishing in 23:10. At districts, Dunn was 13th, and she served as a mentor to the underclassmen. Dunn capped off her high school cross country career at the state meet, which was her third consecutive appearance there.
Violet Jangraw Ali Wheatley
Ella Dunn Molly Joly
MEET THE 2024 ALL-KEYS GIRLS VOLLEYBALL TEAM MONROE COUNTY SQUADS FOUND DIFFERENT TYPES OF SUCCESS ON THE COURT
Key West reigned as queens of the court this volleyball season, defeating both Marathon and Coral Shores. The 10-7 Conchs’ victories included a quarterfinal win over Miami Central, but their season ended at the district semifinals against Reagan High. Just two athletes will be lost to graduation, setting the stage for a very optimistic outlook in 2025.
Coral Shores began stacking up the wins in their season opener Aug. 21, then won 11 in a row, ending their season 12-2 with losses to Key West and Gulliver. The Hurricanes enjoyed one postseason victory in the FHSAA 3A District 16 quarterfinals. The ’Canes graduate half their roster this spring.
The Dolphins picked up three wins in the regular season and finished 4-15. But in Marathon’s new FHSAA 1A Rural classification, the Dolphins earned a bye in round one, sending them directly into the semifinal match, which they won. The Dolphins lost in the district final match against Moore Haven. The team graduates just two seniors.
Basilica opened varsity competition in 2024 after a successful junior varsity run one year earlier. The Mariners ended their inaugural season with a 7-12 record, but were not eligible for postseason play as they are not yet part of the FHSAA or an independent conference. Basilica did not have a single senior on their roster.
Setter Reese Haggard’s consistency was key to the Lady Conchs’ offense. In addition to her 241 assists last season, the senior captain amassed 92 digs and a dozen kills with a .556 hitting percentage. Her greatest contribution to her team just might be her serving, though. “She has a wicked serve that made teams get out of system,” said Butler, “and to finish the year with 38 aces and a 94.3% serving percentage is incredible.”
THE YEAR
Key West’s Gabby Garcia was exceptional at the outside hitter position with 175 kills. The athletic junior’s serving was also on point, with 39 aces and a 92% serving percentage. She also amassed 220 digs and had a 2.2 servereceive rating. “She is one of the most imposing players in the county and she continues to impress me with her growth of learning to manage her swings, serving and all-around consistent performance for us,” said Butler.
In her first year at the varsity level, Key West’s Molly McKnight made an immediate impact. The junior setter was credited with 88 digs and 151 assists and her play impressed Butler, who said, “Her setting flourished and she ran the offense well, putting our hitters in a good position to hit. Molly’s serve was also incredibly consistent with 16 aces and a 96.7 serving percentage.”
In her second season at the varsity level, Audrey Smith dominated every aspect of the game. The middle blocker set the tone for the Conchs, hitting above .300 in every match this season, a consistency head coach Kim Butler called “truly incredible.” Smith amassed 156 kills over her opponents, averaging .355 on the season in hitting. Defensively, she was credited with 60 digs and at the net she stacked up 25 blocks. With a service rating of 92.4% this season and 27 aces, Smith proved a major contributor in every facet of the game. Butler could not agree more, saying, “She has so much potential that she will be an unstoppable force next year, and I’m very lucky to get her for another year.”
Senior co-captain Sunisa Kuhn served as the Conchs’ libero this season, bringing a consistency the team depended upon for success. Credited with excellent passing skills, Kuhn enabled Key West to run its offense, and her strong serving skills often disrupted that of opposing teams. “She finished with 185 digs and her positivity and relentless work ethic made it a pleasure to coach her,” said Butler. “She will be missed next year.”
Gabby Garcia
Marathon outside hitter
Elena Eubank’s feats of athleticism gave the Lady Fins a needed spark throughout the season. The tenacious senior was a power hitter, but her greatest attribute was her hustle. Coach Kelley Cruz described her as a key player in both attack and defense, calling her “an allaround amazing athlete and asset to any team.”
Hurricane middle hitter Niveah Howard led the team with 38 blocks this season. Howard also stacked up 61 kills and had a 0.205 kill percentage. Coach Jarrod Mandozzi praised her for her well-rounded play, especially her work up front. “Niveah was absolutely dominant at the net this season and the exciting thing is she’s still really learning and the sky is the limit for her,” he said.
Marathon’s Jordan MacDonald had an outstanding season for the Fins. The senior setter was integral in keeping the Dolphins’ offense running in top form. However, MacDonald’s greatest contribution to her team was intangible. “Her leadership capabilities only highlighted her abilities on the court,” said Cruz. “Jordan gives 100% effort no matter the situation.”
In her senior campaign, Lily Hitchcock was a force on both sides of play, but her steady leadership was vital for the Hurricanes’ success. “Statistically, her numbers were great, of course, finishing second on the team in kills with 88 and almost 100 digs on the season, but the stats really don’t tell the whole story,” said Mandozzi.
At outside hitter, Coral Shores’ Celene Walker was a force this season. Walker led the team in kills with 124 and was second in digs with 118. She also served up 31 aces and registered 13 blocks. “The most exciting thing to me is you could really see her improving throughout the season, and she’s only scratching the surface on the player I know she’ll become,” said Hurricanes head coach Jarrod Mandozzi.
Basilica School’s inaugural season was a positive one due in part to the Mariners’ setter, Gloria Slavic. Her play on defense was paramount in the team’s successes. Coach Robert Wright described both her athleticism and heart as incredible, adding, “Gloria is the team captain, is the player with the highest court IQ and regardless of the score, never quits on a point.”
The ’Canes’ libero was first on her team in digs (150), serve receive rating (1.73) and serve rating (2.56). She also registered 32 aces and 36 assists. “Whenever we were in a tight game late and Sofia was coming up to serve, I was always so confident that she was going to go on a serving run to push us over the top,” said Mandozzi. Jans missed just seven serves all season for a 95.8% serve percentage.
Even with an abbreviated schedule, Basilica School’s Uma Vogan amassed upward of 150 kills this season for the Mariners. Though just a seventh-grader, the team’s middle blocker looks every bit the part of a varsity athlete and plays like one, too. “She had more blocks individually than the rest of the team combined,” said Wright, who knows he just might have a superstar in
OSBORNE SINKS 25 IN LOSS AGAINST WARRIORS
Prep basketball schedules full this month
The Conchs were the only Keys team to play over the Thanksgiving break week, traveling to Westminster Christian School on Nov. 30. Junior James Osborne had more than half the team’s points, dropping 25 and adding five rebounds and a block to his stats. Osborne is averaging 25.3 points per game this season. Kameron Roberts added seven to the total. Tramane Scott knocked back six points and pulled down seven rebounds and David Aviles grabbed four rebounds in the 72-46 loss.
Prior to the break, Key West picked up a win against Gulf Coast, 58-49. Osborne scored 21, while Scott had 11 rebounds.
against
The Conchs play nine games in the three weeks of action in December before schools break for the holidays. Their December schedule includes a pair of home matchups against their Monroe Country neighbors, with Marathon on Dec. 9 and Coral Shores on Dec. 17.
James Osborne, left, leads the Conchs in scoring this season. Conch junior Tramane Scott is averaging just under 10 rebounds per game. MAICEY MALGRAT/Keys Weekly
ALMANAC | Dec. 5
On this day: In 1933, the era of alcohol prohibi on ended as Utah became the 36th state to ra fy the 21st Amendment.
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George Oliver of Calvert County, Maryland, o en walks the beach l king for fo ils, NBC News reported. As he stro ed along Chesapeake Bay on Nov. 4 during low de, he spo ed a co in in the water. Inside was a nearly whole human skeleton. Oliver removed the skeleton and dug the mostly submerged co in out of the water. “When I rst found it,” he said, “you could not te that there was human remains. You just thought that it was fu of beach sand.” Oliver ca ed the sheri ’s department, who ca ed an archaeological society. Based on the construc on of the co in and the condi on of the body, it’s believed to be at least 100 years old. Kelcey Ward, a crime scene technician with the sheri ’s o ice, said the sku showed signs of “a gunshot wound or blunt force trauma of some sort.” The remains and co in wi be inte ed at a local cemetery.
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• CLASSIFIEDS, PUBLIC & LEGAL NOTICES •
NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE
Please take notice that in accordance with Florida Statute 328.17, Robbies of Key West, LLC claims a possessory lien on the following described vessels:
Owned by Brendan Carroll for unpaid storage fees: a 1986 Albin 42’ Trawler “Restless” HIN#AUL43229F687
Owned by Deborah Enright/ Greg Kowalik for unpaid storage fees: a 1995 Cruistar 39’ Cruiser “Safe Haven HIN#CRSUSC67A595
Sealed bids will be accepted on December 13, 2024 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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REQUEST FOR COMPETITIVE
SOLICITATIONS
Invitation to Bid
LEGO Construction Company and FLHSMV/FHP cordially invite interested subcontractors to complete and submit sealed bids by 07th January 2024 no later than 12:00 PM for the following project/bid packages:
This invitation to bid (ITB) includes the following trades. All contractors certified as SBE, MBE & M/WBE are encouraged to participate in any of these trades.
The bid manual, bid requirements, bid forms, specifications, drawings, and other construction documents will be available by reaching out to Ruturaj Sonawane at rs@legocc.com or at 305381-8421 Ext 105. There will be a Non-Mandatory Pre-bid conference and site visit on 12th December 2024 at 12:00 pm. All bids must be received no later than 07th January 2024 @ 12:00 PM at LEGO Construction Co office located at 1011 Sunnybrook Road, Suite 905, Miami, Florida 33136. Bids must be delivered in a sealed envelope clearly marked “Sealed Bid for ADA Restroom Renovation –Marathon FHP: along with the name of your firm and the trades covered in your bid. Subcontractors interested in working with LEGO must obtain prequalification with LEGO prior to bidding. All questions regarding prequalification & the bid process should be directed to Ruturaj Sonawane at rs@ legocc.com.
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA
PROBATE DIVISION CASE NUMBER: 24-CP-460-K
IN RE: ESTATE OF PAULINE E. SAUNDERS
Deceased.
To: Michelle Davis York, Mario McKinney, Silas Saunders, and any other unknown beneficiaries of the referenced estate NOTICE OF ADMINISTRATION
The administration of the Estate of PAULINE E. SAUNDERS, deceased, Case # 24-CP-460-K is pending in the Circuit Court for Monroe County, FL, the address of which is 500 Whitehead Street, Key West, FL 33040.
The name and address of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below.
The Fiduciary lawyer-client privilege in s. 90.5021 FLA. STAT. applies with respect to the personal representative and any attorney employed by the personal representative. ALL INTERESTED PERSONS ARE NOTIFIED THAT:
All persons on whom this notice is served who have objections that challenge the validity of the will, the qualifications of the personal representative, venue, or jurisdiction of this Court are required to file their objections with this Court WITHIN THIRTY DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is served within three months after the date of the first publication of this notice must file their claims with this court
Effective December 4, 2024 Barbara Socha, M.D. is no longer practicing with Baptist Health Primary Care at the following location: 91550 Overseas Highway, Suite 215 Tavernier, FL 33070.
Patients who wish to receive copies of their medical records may log into our patient portal at myBaptistHealth.net, call 305-434-3205 or fax 786-260-0512 to request a records release.
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WITHIN THE LATER OF THREE MONTHS AFTER THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR THIRTY DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM.
All other creditors of the decedent and persons having claims or demands against the decedent’s estate must file their claims with this Court WITHIN THREE MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. ALL CLAIMS AND OBJECTIONS NOT SO FILED WILL BE FOREVER BARRED.
The date of first publication of this Notice is November 28, 2024.
CASE NUMBER: 24-CP-460-K IN RE: ESTATE OF PAULINE E. SAUNDERS
Deceased.
To: Michelle Davis York, Mario McKinney, Silas Saunders, and any other unknown beneficiaries of the referenced estate NOTICE OF ADMINISTRATION
The administration of the Estate of PAULINE E. SAUNDERS, deceased, Case # 24-CP-460-K is pending in the Circuit Court for Monroe County, FL, the address of which is 500 Whitehead Street, Key West, FL 33040.
The name and address of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below. The Fiduciary lawyer-client privilege in s. 90.5021 FLA. STAT. applies with respect to the personal representative and any attorney employed by the personal representative.
ALL INTERESTED PERSONS ARE NOTIFIED THAT:
All persons on whom this notice is served who have objections that challenge the validity of the will, the qualifications of the personal representative, venue, or jurisdiction of this Court are required to file their objections with this Court WITHIN THIRTY DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is served within three months after the date of the first publication of this notice must file their claims with this court WITHIN THE LATER OF THREE MONTHS AFTER THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR THIRTY DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM.
All other creditors of the decedent and persons having claims or demands against the decedent’s estate must file their claims with this Court WITHIN THREE MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. ALL CLAIMS AND OBJECTIONS NOT SO FILED WILL BE FOREVER BARRED.
The date of first publication of this Notice is November 28, 2024.
Personal Representative:
Jerry Curtis 18001 SW 192nd Street Miami, Florida 33187
Attorney for Personal Representative: Latisha Russell, Esq. 1101 Brickell Avenue, N-402A
Miami, Florida 33131
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 16TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA CASE NO.: 24-DR-971-K DIVISION: FAMILY JOSEPH MOISE, Petitioner, and JAMES MOISE, Respondent.
NOTICE OF ACTION FOR EMERGENCY PETITION FOR TEMPORARY CUSTODY TO: JAMES MOISE RESPONDENT’S LAST KNOWN ADDRESS: UNKNOWN YOU ARE NOTIFIED that an action for Emergency Petition for Temporary Custody has been filed against you and that you are required to serve a copy of your written defenses, if any, to it on Joseph Moise, whose address is 126 Avenue F, Key West, FL 33040 on or before December 19, 2024, 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: NONE 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: November 15, 2024
Kevin Madok, CPA Clerk of the Circuit Court Monroe County, Florida By: Jaquelyn Fonseca Deputy Clerk Publish: November 21 & 28 and December 5 & 12, 2024
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SIXTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA CASE NO.: 2022-CC-000094-K NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE BY CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT
Notice is hereby given that the undersigned, Kevin Madok, Clerk of the Circuit Court of Monroe County, Florida, will, on the 18TH day of December 2024 at 11 o’clock a.m., at 500 Whitehead Street, Monroe County, in the City of Key West, Florida, offer for sale and sell at public outcry to the highest and best bidder for CASH the Following described property situated in Monroe County, Florida, to wit: Property: Unit B13, Week 15, Beach House, a Condominium according to the Declaration of Condominium thereof recorded in Official Records Book 1510, Page 225, Public Records of Monroe County, Florida, and all exhibits attached thereto, and any
Amendments thereof (the “Declaration”).
Pursuant to IN REM FINAL JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE AFTER DEFAULT COUNT(S) I, UNIT B13, WEEK 15 entered in a case pending in said Court, the 8TH day of October 2024
Style of which is: BEACH HOUSE CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION OF KEY WEST, INC., A NONPROFIT CORPORATION UNDER THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF FLORIDA
Plaintiff vs. UNKNOWN SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE OF THE LEE FRANKLIN WITTER LIVING TRUST, DATED MARCH 12, 1998
Defendant And the Docket Number of which is Number 2022-CC000094-K
WITNESS my hand and the Official Seal of Said Court, this 7TH day of November 2024. KEVIN MADOK, CPA Clerk of the Circuit Court Monroe County, Florida By: Shonta McLeod Deputy Clerk Florida Statute 45.031: Any person claiming an interest in the surplus from the sale, if any, other than the property owner as of the date of the Lis Pendens must file a claim within 60 days after the sale.
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SIXTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA CASE NO.: 2022-CC-000173-K NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE BY CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT
Notice is hereby given that the undersigned, Kevin Madok, Clerk of the Circuit Court of Monroe County, Florida, will, on the 18TH day of December 2024 at 11 o’clock a.m., at 500 Whitehead Street, Monroe County, in the City of Key West, Florida, offer for sale and sell at public outcry to the highest and best bidder for CASH the Following described property situated in Monroe County, Florida, to wit: Unit F21, Week 46, Beach House, a Condominium according to the Declaration of Condominium thereof recorded in Official Records Book 1510, Page 225, Public Records of Monroe County, Florida, and all exhibits attached thereto, and any amendments thereof (the “Declaration”).
Pursuant to IN REM SUMMARY FINAL JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE COUNT(S) I entered in a case pending in said Court, the 31ST day of October 2024
Style of which is: BEACH HOUSE CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION OF KEY WEST, INC., A NONPROFIT CORPORATION UNDER THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF FLORIDA Plaintiff vs. DEA MCAULIFFE, et. al Defendant And the Docket Number of which is Number 2022-CC000173-K WITNESS my hand and the Official Seal of Said Court, this 31ST day of October 2024.
KEVIN MADOK, CPA Clerk of the Circuit Court Monroe County, Florida By: Shonta McLeod Deputy Clerk Florida Statute 45.031: Any person claiming an interest in the surplus from the sale, if any, other than the property owner as of the date of the Lis Pendens must file a claim within 60 days after the sale. Publish: December 5 & 12, 2024 The Weekly Newspapers
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SIXTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA CASE NO.: 2023-CC-000267-K NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE BY CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT Notice is hereby given that the undersigned, Kevin Madok, Clerk of the Circuit Court of Monroe County, Florida, will, on the 18TH day of December 2024 at 11 o’clock a.m., at 500 Whitehead Street, Monroe County, in the City of Key West, Florida, offer for sale and sell at public outcry to the highest and best bidder for CASH the Following described property situated in Monroe County, Florida, to wit:
Property: Unit 221, Week 47, Sunset Harbor Resort, a Condominium according to the Declaration of Condominium thereof as recorded in Official Records Book 1376, Page 1093, Public Records of Monroe County, Florida, and all exhibits attached thereto, and any amendments thereof (hereafter the “Declaration”). Pursuant to IN REM FINAL JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE AFTER DEFAULT COUNT(S) I, UNIT 221, WEEK 47 entered in a case pending in said Court, the 8TH day of October 2024 Style of which is: SUNSET HARBOR DEVELOPMENT PARTNERSHIP, A FLORIDA GENERAL PARTNERSHIP Plaintiff vs. CRAIG NELSON Defendant And the Docket Number of which is Number 2023-CC000267-K
WITNESS my hand and the Official Seal of Said Court, this 7TH day of November 2024. KEVIN MADOK, CPA Clerk of the Circuit Court Monroe County, Florida By: Shonta McLeod Deputy Clerk Florida Statute 45.031: Any person claiming an interest in the surplus from the sale, if any, other than the property owner as of the date of the Lis Pendens must file a claim within 60 days after the sale. Publish: December 5 & 12, 2024 The Weekly Newspapers
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SIXTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA CASE NO.: 2023-CA-000747-K NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE BY CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT
Notice is hereby given that the undersigned, Kevin Madok, Clerk of the Circuit Court of Monroe County, Florida, will, on the 18TH day of December 2024 at 11 o’clock a.m., at 500 Whitehead Street, Monroe County, in the City of Key West, Florida, offer for sale and sell at public outcry to the highest and best bidder for CASH the Following described property situated in Monroe County, Florida, to wit: Unit 5814, Week 3, Annual Windward Pointe, a Leasehold Condominium (“Condominium”), according to the Declaration of Condominium thereof recorded in Official Records Book 1803, Page 844, Public Records of Monroe County, Florida, and all exhibits thereto, and any amendments thereof (the “Declaration”). Pursuant to IN REM FINAL JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE AFTER DEFAULT AS TO COUNT(S) III, IV entered in a case pending in said Court, the 23RD day of October 2024
Style of which is:
WINDWARD POINTE II, LLC, A DELAWARE LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY
Plaintiff vs. ANY AND ALL UNKNOWN PARTIES WHO CLAIM AN INTEREST AS SPOUSE, HEIRS, DEVISEES, GRANTEES, ASSIGNEES, LIENORS, CREDITORS, TRUSTEES, PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES, ADMINISTRATORS OR AS OTHER CLAIMANTS, BY, THROUGH, UNDER OR AGAINST MARY ANN AMARAL, DECEASED, et.al
Defendant
And the Docket Number of which is Number 2023-CA000747-K WITNESS my hand and the Official Seal of Said Court, this 31ST day of October 2024.
KEVIN MADOK, CPA Clerk of the Circuit Court Monroe County, Florida
By:
Shonta McLeod
Deputy Clerk Florida Statute 45.031: Any person claiming an interest in the surplus from the sale, if any, other than the property owner as of the date of the Lis Pendens must file a claim within 60 days after the sale.
Publish: December 5 & 12, 2024 The Weekly Newspapers
AUTOS WANTED
AUTOS ALL
Lead mechanic needed ASAP. Come in person to apply at 2525 Overseas Highway, Marathon, FL. Pay based upon experience. 305-289-9884
Marathon Yacht Club is hiring a part-time line cook. Private club, friendly atmosphere. Flexible lunch/ dinner shifts available Tuesday – Sunday. Must provide photo ID, social security card or passport, and checking account. Call 305-743-6739 to schedule an interview or email office@ marathonyachtclub.com.
Marathon Yacht Club is hiring part-time servers and bartenders. Private club, friendly atmosphere, guaranteed gratuities. Flexible lunch/dinner shifts available Tuesday – Sunday. Must provide photo ID, social security card or passport, and checking account. Call 305743-6739 to schedule an interview or email office@ marathonyachtclub.com.
The S.S. Wreck and Galley Grill (mile marker 59) is looking for Line Cooks, full or part time. Selfmotivated, experience very helpful, quick learner, and team player. Salary commensurate with experience and includes 401k match up to 6%. Please call Nicole at 305-433-0515.
Trucks.
2021 Zodiac Inflatable 12' w/25hp Yamaha, only 100 hrs. Excellent condition. Located in Islamorada. $6,000 Call John 305-216-2747
MAKO Peddle Fishing Kayaks outfitted w/ Bixby electric motors. Located in Key Colony Beach. 724-689-9085
Key Largo 21' Deep V Center Console w/ trailer. New 150hp motor & electronics. Ready to fish. REDUCED PRICE $25,000 cash. Located in Marathon. 201-696-8906
14' Aluminumboat, 9.9 Mercury Outboard, Elec. start, Trolling motor in bow, NEW gas tank, battery, Depth Finder & trailer tires. Located in Marathon. $3000 305-395-1015 COMMERCIAL SPACE
Commercial office/ medical/retail space for rent/lease available in Marathon. High highway visibility, 2100-3500 sq. ft. Call for more information 305-481-3198 or email drice519@aol.com
Office Assistant/Girl
Friday needed in the Upper Keys, MM 80. Mon-Sat $20/ hour. Call Patti 305-393-4433
Secretary/Receptionist needed in Key Largo, MM104. Full-time, M-F, must have customer service experience. Call 305-916-5645 or Email admin@bluehorizonfl.com
Hiring: Lead Gutter
Installer - EXPERIENCE REQUIRED – valid Driver’s License - must be comfortable with heights - located in Tavernier. To apply, please call or text Jay 305-587-1581.
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 404-2193359 and ask for Dave.
The Housing Authority of the City of Key West now hiring the following positions: Administrative Asst. to Executive Director, Resident Care Supervisor with min. 3 yrs. experience of an LPN, Maintenance Mechanic (Maintenance Worker. To apply, please contact Human Resources at: martinezm@kwha.org or 305-296-5621. 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
HOBBIES/COLLECT.
PRIVATE COLLECTOR WANTS Rolex, Dive Watches and Pilot Watches. Old Model Military Clocks & Watches. Call 305-743-4578
HOUSING FOR RENT
2 BR/2BA unfurn. apt. for rent in Key Largo. W/D $1,600/monthall utilities included. F/L/S 305-504-1757
Mobile Home for rent. 2 bedrooms, 1 and 1/2 bath Ocean front property on Grassy Key. $2800/ month, electric and Wifi not included. Available January 1st 2025. First, last and deposit to move in. Please message Isabelle at 305 731 8593
2BR/1BA Condo Unit for rent in Marathon. Canal view. Walk to Sombrero Beach. Lease price reduced. Small pet ok w/addtl. deposit . 305-431-0577
Studio with Queen size bed available in Marathon. Furnished, kitchen, dining, newly renovated. No pets. $1,299 + utilities F/L/S 305-610-8002
ROOMMATE SITUATION WANTED
39 yr old male seeking room for rent in the Upper Keys. Reliable handyman. Call 305-394-3747
RV FOR SALE
2018 40’ Phaeton X5H, Factory ordered, 450hp Cummins, Diesel Pusher 10kw w/Onan Generator, 39k miles, 4 Slides, 4 TVs. Loaded with extras. Can be seen by appointment in Marathon, FL. Asking $225,000. Call or text Jerry at 305-664-1286 Email: LC1082@comcast.net
Gated storage & dockage available in Marathon oceanside 305-610-8002
VACATION RENTAL
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: 1026 W 75th Street, Marathon | Friday, Dec. 6 & Saturday, Dec. 7 | 9a to 1p both days | FUN CANALFRONT HOME W/ COASTAL CLASS where functional meets comfort and good looking!! A few fishing poles, lily pad, likenew folding ping pong table & accessories, car roof rack, Xbox 360, board games, new-in-box fire pit, starboard Adirondack chairs & multiple small animal hutches & cages. Coastaltheme wall art & decor, casual throw rugs, standing lamps, TVs, benches, hammock & stand. Three bedroom sets – two queen bedroom sets and one full over full bunkbed, each with matching dressers and a small sectional in comfy gray jersey. Six barstools, gray wood dining seats 6. Pfaltzgraff casual dishes, kitchen utensils, beach towels & small appliances. Sale located behind Rotary Park on WEST 75TH STREET. Follow signs & park with consideration. More photos: estatesales.net.
The Moorings Village is seeking friendly, self motivated, team players for the position:
FRONT DESK
Competitive salary and great bene ts. Previous hospitality experience required. Weekends are a must. Job Types: Full-time
Please email your resume to Sara@MooringsVillage.com or call the reception o ce at 305.664.4708
The Moorings Village is seeking friendly, self motivated, team players for the position:
D’Asign Source is seeking the following professionals. Overtime and benefits are available. For full details, please visit: DAsignSource.com/careers
Competitive Salary Opportunity for Growth
Project Cost Accountant
We’re seeking a detail-oriented professional to manage project budgets, track costs, and analyze financial data. Ideal candidates have 3+ years in cost accounting (or 5+ years corporate accounting), a degree in Accounting/Finance, and strong analytical skills. Collaborate across teams and ensure project success!
Landscape Designer/Sales
Seeking a talented Landscape Designer/Sales professional. Bring your creativity and passion for outdoor spaces to our company! Ideal candidates will have design experience, hardscaping and soft scaping and strong sales skills.
Technical Marketing Assistant
Support Coastal Source’s marketing & R&D teams by crafting technical content, graphics, and presentations. Manage project data, assets, and communication, ensuring efficient documentation.
FT administrative, salaried position. The workshop manager is responsible for all phases of the operation of the Adult Day Training Program in accordance with APD and Medicaid Waiver minimum standards. This includes the worksites and contracts, personnel, and training programs. Maintain a close liaison with the Group Home Managers and Medical Staff to maintain program consistency. Must have current, valid FL driver’s license with clean record. Bachelor’s degree, and 2 years experience in field or supervisory/management required. Bilingual in Haitian Creole highly preferred. *
IN HOME SUPPORT
KEY WEST
Full-time, split-shift, In-Home Support Coach/Trainer to provide companionship and assist clients with training/support. HSD/GED & 1 yr. exp in a related field. 1 year of college can substitute for experience. Must be able to use a tablet for documentation purposes. The shift for this job is split shift 7-9 am then 3-9 pm. We can be flexible. This is a rewarding position for the right person. *
DIRECT CARE STAFF NIGHTS/WEEKENDS
GROUP HOMES 24/7 FT
This position is available at our Windsor Group Home. Providing direct-care services and support to our clients in their home. Must be willing to work flexible shifts including days, overnights on Thursday. This position requires a minimum of high school completion or GED and 1 year of experience with care giving or 30 hours or college coursework. *
*ALSO REQUIRED FOR ALL POSTIONS
Fluent in English language, speaking and writing, proficiency is a must. Level 2 background screening and valid Florida driver’s license. EOE
e Turtle Hospital in Marathon Join our team! Full and part-time Educational Program Guides/ Gift Shop Sales. Public speaking & retail sales experience helpful. $18/hour to start. Send resume to: turtlehospital@turtlehospital.org
GUIDANCE/CARE CENTER, Inc.
JOIN A HIGHLY EFFECTIVE NONPROFIT HELPING PEOPLE COPE AND CHANGE FOR 52 YEARS!
We provide Mental Health and Substance Use Treatment Programs to the Florida Keys community while valuing and rewarding our employees.
KEY WEST
Peer Support Specialist
Case Manager (Adult, Child) Prevention Specialist (HIV & Children)
MARATHON
Care Coordinator (PT)
Driver – PT (CDL not required)
Behavioral Health Therapist (Child)
RN/Licensed Practical Nurse (FT/PT)
*Behavioral Health Technicians – 3 shifts (FT/PT)
*Support Worker (Assisted Living, FT)
*No experience required for this position. Will train. A caring heart & helpful hands necessary.
Background and drug screen req. EEOC/DFWP COMPETITIVE PAY! EXCEPTIONAL BENEFITS!!!
Apply at guidancecarecenter.org
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MARATHON GARBAGE SERVICE
We are now hiring for the following positions:
Diesel Mechanic Truck Helpers
CDL Drivers
Applicants must apply in person to be considered.
4290 Overseas Hwy, Marathon
OPENINGS AVAILABLE
PHYSICIAN PRACTICE OPENINGS
- Medical Assistant 1, Upper Keys Internal Medicine, $5k Bonus
- Medical Assistant 2, Primary Care Marathon, $5k 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. APPLY AND LEARN MORE careers.baptisthealth.net or call 786-243-8507
THEME: SPORTS
ACROSS
1. Combat vehicle
5. Semi
8. *Biathlon gear, sing.
11. Keiko of “Free Willy”
12. *Ashi Waza and jugodi sport
13. Audienceís approval
15. Tandoori bread
16. Ned Stark’s daughter, “Game of Thrones”
17. Rˆntgen beams
18. *Warning track sport
20. Monetary “thank you,” pl.
21. Indigo dye shrubs
22. “Arabian Nights” bird
23. Destroyer
26. Danced to certain Polish music
30. Crematorium container
31. One without magic powers in
Harry Potter stories
34. Largest volcano in Europe
35. Do nothing (2 words)
37. Singer Yoko
38. Be at the helm
39. Tropical tuber
40. *Player who delivers in a crucial sports moment
42. Recipe qty.
43. Display proudly (2 words)
45. Smells
47. Lake, in France
48. Clean a spill (2 words)
50. #8 Across, pl.
52. *Cornerback and direct snap sport
55. Russian pancake
56. Pasta option
57. Go cold turkey
59. *Reward for multiple sports championships, pl.
60. “Breaking Bad” victim
61. The Beehive State
62. King Kong, e.g.
63. Type of lightbulb, acr.
64. Spooky
DOWN
1. Boatload
2. Riyadh native
3. *Collegiate sports grp.
4. Topeka native
5. Not urban
6. Short poems of pastoral life
7. *Hockey score
8. *Powerful shot in hockey
9. 11th letter of Roman alphabet, pl.
10. Elvis’ “____ Now or Never”
12. White and black stork
13. Glorify
14. *Gully and deep mid wicket sport
19. Foe
22. Fish eggs
23. Corrodes
24. Heep of “David Copperfield”
25. Preface
26. Scheme
27. Mr. T’s TV show “The ____”
28. Olden days constipation treatment
29. *Bag of nails and baby ton sport
32. *Eagle and mulligan sport
33. African migrator
36. *Turkey and split sport
38. Woody perennial
40. Chlorofluorocarbon, abbr.
41. He gets a flag?
44. Reprieve in a desert
46. Not light-transmitting
48. Dots and dashes code
49. Did like goo
50. Women’s underskirt
51. Plural of cow, arch.
52. *Sports transgression
53. Plucked string instrument
54. Pinocchio, e.g.
55. Type of undergarment
58. Olden day “your”
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