Posts in category City News

Fantasy Fest is canceled As we move into October, residents and visitors are reminded that, as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic, Fantasy Fest is …

Simonton Street from Southard south sports a fresh, smooth mill and pave. Now that the Florida Keys Aqueduct Authority has finished replacing infrastructure on the …

In the photo: Firefighter Freddy Varela ringing the bell during the 2019 9/11 ceremony. 9/11 Ceremony on Facebook Live The City of Key West invites …

Virtual City Commission Meeting The Key West City Commission is holding a virtual meeting at 5 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept 16th. The agenda is available …

Use Alternate Gate for Cemetery Access Due to some damage caused to the main entrance Key West Cemetery gate, entrance will be through the Windsor …

National Suicide Prevention Week Mayor Teri Johnston and the entire City Commission have proclaimed the week of September 6th through the 12th as National Suicide Prevention Week. …

Hazardous Waste Drop Off Resumes On September 5th, the City of Key West and Waste Management will be hosting the First Saturday Free Household Hazardous …

Woman arrested after knife incident  A 28-year-old Stock Island woman was arrested early Sunday morning after confronting her neighbors with a kitchen knife. Anastasiia Torna …

Don’t Discard Large Items in Advance of Storm As the Keys ready for the possible impacts of Tropical Storm Laura, expected to arrive late Sunday …

24/7 TS Laura Hotline The City of Key West has set up a 24/7 hotline to answer questions about the approaching Tropical Storm Laura: 305-809-1101

Sheriff’s Office Bomb Squad: Suspicious item at Higgs Beach is inert The Sheriff’s Office Bomb Squad was called to the Edward B. Knight Pier in …

City Manager Recognizes Staff for Years of Service City Manager Greg Veliz last night gave a shout out to a number of employees who have …

Celebrating Women’s Equality Day During this week’s City Commission meeting, Mayor Teri Johnston proclaimed August 26th as Women’s Equality Day. This month marks 100 years since …

FDOT begins Hurricane Irma-related repairs this week    The Florida Department of Transportation began a 13-month, $6 million project Monday from Mile Marker 33.6 to …

Man arrested on gun/drug charges following traffic stop A 46-year-old Houston, Texas man was arrested Saturday afternoon for possessing a handgun and ammo as well …

Teen arrested after shooting gun at occupied vehicle A 16-year-old Homestead male was arrested Sunday after shooting into an occupied car at Key Largo Community …

  Assistant City Manager Patti McLauchlin today presented Fleet Lead Mechanic James Knowles a gold watch, marking his 20 years of dedicated service with the …

Pool Temporarily Closed The Martin Luther King Jr. Community pool will be closed on Monday, August 17th and Tuesday, August 18th. Monday’s closure is for pool …

Sgt. Alex Rodriguez and Chief Sean Brandenburg. Alex Rodriguez Promoted as newest Sergeant Key West Police Chief Sean Brandenburg swore in Alex Rodriguez on Wednesday …

Virtual City Commission Meeting The Key West City Commission is holding a special virtual meeting at 5 p.m. on Wednesday, August 19th. The agenda is …