US, Cuba cite progress on restoring diplomatic ties
US, Cuba cite progress on restoring diplomatic ties BRADLEY KLAPPER, Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — The United States and Cuba claimed progress Friday toward …
The big melt: Antarctica’s retreating ice may re-shape Earth
The big melt: Antarctica’s retreating ice may re-shape Earth LUIS ANDRES HENAO, Associated Press SETH BORENSTEIN, Associated Press CAPE LEGOUPIL, Antarctica (AP) — From …
Cuban cigar makers anticipate big bucks from US travelers
Cuban cigar makers anticipate big bucks from US travelers ANDREA RODRIGUEZ, Associated Press HAVANA (AP) — Over six decades rolling premium cigars with his …
Reality sinks in for many Cubans on eve of talks with US
Reality sinks in for many Cubans on eve of talks with US MICHAEL WEISSENSTEIN, Associated Press HAVANA (AP) — The jubilation that greeted the …
Key West Lou COMMENTARY / YOUNG LADIES JOIN ISIS
Key West Lou COMMENTARY YOUNG LADIES JOIN ISIS By Louis Petrone Recent news indicates three female teenagers in Britain are on their way to join ISIS …
Key West Art & Historical Society puts members in “lighthouse” spotlight with celebration and membership drive
Key West Art & Historical Society puts members in “lighthouse” spotlight with celebration and membership drive The Key West Art & Historical Society pays …
Fredy Varela challenges Key West’s Yaniz for commission seat
PHOTO CAPTION Fredy Varela, Sr., has announced his candidacy for Key West City Commission representing District 4. He is challenging incumbent Commissioner Tony Yaniz. Fredy …
Florida environment to get billions, but how to spend it?
Florida environment to get billions, but how to spend it? JASON DEAREN, Associated Press TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) — After years of deep cuts to …
City Hall groundbreaking ceremony puts past disagreements to rest
PHOTO CAPTION: Key West City officials, including all city commissioners and City Manager Jim Scholl, took part in the ceremonial groundbreaking at the site of …
Tropic Sprockets by Ian Brockway / Mr. Turner
Tropic Sprockets by Ian Brockway Mr. Turner Timothy Spall gives a stellar performance in Mike Leigh’s “Mr. Turner” about (who else) the wondrous romanticist painter, …
State of the city is “sound” despite ongoing challenges, says Key West mayor
State of the city is “sound” despite ongoing challenges, says Key West mayor BY PRU SOWERS KONK LIFE STAFF WRITER Pushed back two weeks …
Doctors say fitness trackers, health apps can boost care
Doctors say fitness trackers, health apps can boost care ANICK JESDANUN, AP Technology Writer HACKENSACK, N.J. (AP) — That phone app keeping track of …
In a twist, fight for medical pot goes to Florida Statehouse
In a twist, fight for medical pot goes to Florida Statehouse MATT SEDENSKY, Associated Press WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — Republicans lawmakers in …
KEYS’ COMMUNITY CHARITIES . . . Keys To Be The Change, Inc.
KEYS’ COMMUNITY CHARITIES . . . Keys To Be The Change, Inc. By Dennis Hopps “It is easier to build strong …
KEY WEST LOU / WHAT RECOVERY?
Key West COMMENTARY WHAT RECOVERY? By Louis Petrone I do not buy that we are in recovery. The 1 percent are. I question whether they …
Return visit to Communist Cuba finds new hope amid change
Return visit to Communist Cuba finds new hope amid change ANITA SNOW, Associated Press HAVANA (AP) — Rolling toward customs with a 60-pound suitcase …
Next round of US-Cuba talks next week
Next round of US-Cuba talks next week MICHAEL WEISSENSTEIN, Associated Press HAVANA (AP) — A new round of negotiations to restore full diplomatic ties …
Waterfront park construction plans delayed…. again
Waterfront park construction plans delayed…. again BY PRU SOWERS KONK LIFE STAFF WRITER Barely a month after half of the Key West City Commissioners …
The Human Drummer: Thoughts on the Life Percussive
Key West author and musician Hal Howland’s respected memoir The Human Drummer: Thoughts on the Life Percussive, which studio great Hal Blaine said “belongs in …
$16,000 in rent reimbursement paid by city to Turtle Kraals
$16,000 in rent reimbursement paid by city to Turtle Kraals BY PRU SOWERS KONK LIFE STAFF WRITER Foot dragging on the part of Key …