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Bike/pedestrian master plan ready for its close up BY PRU SOWERS KONK LIFE STAFF WRITER Reading through the 76-page proposed Key West Bicycle and Pedestrian …

Mounting environmental concerns at Mount Trashmore BY PRU SOWERS KONK LIFE STAFF WRITER It’s been one of Key West’s dirty little secrets. Literally. What is …

Key West Mayor Teri Johnston and City Commissioners Jimmy Weekley and Sam Kaufman proclaimed Dec. 21st National Homeless Persons Memorial Day during the December City …

Key West Holiday Parade Winners Named Though every entry into this year’s Holiday Parade was a winner the moment it brought a smile to a …

Mallory Square restaurant vote postponed for third time BY PRU SOWERS KONK LIFE STAFF WRITER Local restauranteur Joe Walsh was hoping last week that he …

 Brandenburg prepares to step into the top job at the Key West Police Department BY TERRY SCHMIDA KONK LIFE STAFF WRITER Key West’s new police …

Key West City Hall Attains Platinum LEED Certification The City of Key West has earned the much-coveted LEED Platinum Certification for Key West City Hall, …

Key West votes to accept new workforce housing units from state BY PRU SOWERS KONK LIFE STAFF WRITER Despite some concerns about potential traffic congestion …

Cow Key bridge repair timeline gets more pushback BY PRU SOWERS KONK LIFE STAFF WRITER To complain or not to complain. That is the Shakespearian …

Key West’s new mayor ready for action BY PRU SOWERS KONK LIFE STAFF WRITER Two days after winning the election for mayor of Key West, …

Key West Mayor’s Final Meeting Key West City staff, the City Commission and the community bid outgoing Mayor Craig Cates a heartfelt goodbye during the …

Johnston wins Key West mayor spot BY PRU SOWERS KONK LIFE STAFF WRITER Teri Johnston will be the new mayor of Key West, winning over …

Effort fails to put limits on naming Key West facilities BY PRU SOWERS KONK LIFE STAFF WRITER Following up on the awkward defeat of a …

Garrison Bight parking problem to be resolved for charter boats BY PRU SOWERS KONK LIFE STAFF WRITER Christmas came early for charter boat operators at …

Man Arrested for Fraudulent Leases A Key West man is facing nine felony charges after renting two apartments using another man’s identity and a fake …

Make it a Good Night with Safe Ride Why stress about parking and traffic to see this year’s Fantasy Fest parade when you can ride …

City hammers out new lease for Garrison Bight liveaboards BY PRU SOWERS KONK LIFE STAFF WRITER Key West residents living on their boats in Garrison …

Fantasy Fest Pointers Key West’s biggest party of the year is upon us. While you’re busy putting the finishing touches on your costume, it’s good …

OMI Named Water Heroes City Manager Jim Scholl commended the City’s utilities professionals for a recent honor they received for going above and beyond the …

Ambassadors Academy Class 30 Graduates The Key West Ambassadors Academy graduated its 30th class during Tuesday’s City Commission meeting. Seventeen enthusiastic citizens participated in the …