KWPD Deputy Chief Randy Smith Retires
KWPD Deputy Chief Randy Smith Retires Today the Key West Police Department honors Deputy Chief Randy Smith on his retirement. Deputy Chief Smith has been …
CFK President Gueverra: Memorial Day Remembrance of Service Members, late U.S. Army Air Corps Sergeant Frank Toppino
CFK President Gueverra: Memorial Day Remembrance of Service Members, late U.S. Army Air Corps Sergeant Frank Toppino KEY WEST, FL, May 22, 2025— The College …
Iran-US talks made ‘some but not conclusive progress,’ mediator Oman says
Iran-US talks made ‘some but not conclusive progress,’ mediator Oman says By JON GAMBRELL and GIADA ZAMPANO ROME (AP) — Iran and the United States made “some but …
Mayor Visits Weather Service
Mayor Danise “DeeDee” Henriquez met with National Weather Service Key West’s Meteorologist in Charge Chip Kasper this week to get an overview of the weather …
DOH-Monroe Issues Water Quality Health Advisory
Advisory Issued for John Pennekamp State Park Beach Monroe County, Fla. – The Florida Department of Health in Monroe County (DOH-Monroe) has issued a water quality …
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS RECOGNIZES STAFF FOR YEARS OF SERVICE MILESTONES IN MAY
MONROE COUNTY – The Monroe County Board of County Commissioners recognizes its long-term employees for their contributions to the citizens of the County. See below those …
CORY SCHWISOW NAMED INTERIM MONROE COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT DIRECTOR; SHANNON WEINER THANKED FOR YEARS OF SERVICE TO MONROE COUNTY RESIDENTS
CORY SCHWISOW NAMED INTERIM MONROE COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT DIRECTOR; SHANNON WEINER THANKED FOR YEARS OF SERVICE TO MONROE COUNTY RESIDENTS MONROE COUNTY, FL – The Monroe …
NOAA predicts above-normal 2025 Atlantic hurricane season
Above-average Atlantic Ocean temperatures set the stage May 22, 2025 – Forecasters within NOAA’s National Weather Service predict above-normal hurricane activity in the Atlantic basin …
Campaigners urge judge to block new restrictions to getting measures on Florida’s ballot
By KATE PAYNE TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) — Every day that a new Florida law remains on the books restricting the state’s process to get citizens’ initiatives on …
Waterfront Playhouse Announces Its Spectacular 87th Season
Waterfront Playhouse Announces Its Spectacular 87th Season A Year of Magic, Music, Mystery, and Meaning Awaits in 2025–2026 Key West, FL — The Waterfront Playhouse …
Lou Made It
Lou Made It Long time Konk Life columnist Lou Petrone survived a high-risk operation at the Cleveland Clinic yesterday. It took a lot out of …
New Southernmost Buoy Stand-in Almost Ready
The City of Key West wants to assure the world that the island’s most-photographed landmark will continue to be photographed while the intersection of the …
MONROE COUNTY FIRE RESCUE WEARS “SUPPORTING OUR TROOPS” SHIRTS IN MAY; MURPH WORKOUT TAKES PLACE ON MEMORIAL DAY
MONROE COUNTY FIRE RESCUE WEARS “SUPPORTING OUR TROOPS” SHIRTS IN MAY; MURPH WORKOUT TAKES PLACE ON MEMORIAL DAY MONROE COUNTY, FL – Throughout May, Monroe County Fire …
CFK English Professor Dr. Emily Schulten Weekley Receives Fulbright U.S. Scholar Award for 2025-2026
KEY WEST, FL, May 21, 2025— Dr. Emily Schulten Weekley, an English professor at The College of the Florida Keys, has received a Fulbright U.S. …
Key West’s New Airport Terminal isn’t Just for the Birds
State-of-the-Art Features; Bird Safe Glazing Usher in New Era at Popular Island Airport KEY WEST, Fla. (May 21, 2025) — The tiny island of Key West …
Florida gives preliminary approval to controversial black bear hunt amid strong opposition
By CURT ANDERSON ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) — Florida wildlife officials gave preliminary approval Wednesday for the first black bear hunt since one 10 years ago …
Key Largo Man Sentenced to 7 Years, Designated Sexual Predator for 2020 Assault of Coworker
KEY LARGO, FL – Monroe County State Attorney Dennis Ward announced that Yasiel Reyes, 30, has been sentenced to seven years in Florida State Prison …
Key West Urges Coconut Tree Safety Ahead of 2025 Hurricane Season
The City of Key West wants to remind the community to be sure your coconut trees are free of coconuts as we move into the …
“Mid-August Lunch” on June 4 to be final film in the 2025 Italian Night at the Movies film series benefiting youth scholarships
“Mid-August Lunch” on June 4 to be final film in the 2025 Italian Night at the Movies film series benefiting youth scholarships “Mid-August Lunch” (“Pranzo di …
Reef Relief Brings the International Ocean Film Festival to Key West
Reef Relief Brings the International Ocean Film Festival to Key West Key West, FL – April 21, 2025 – Reef Relief is excited to bring …