MONROE COUNTY GRAND JURY RELEASES WINTER TERM 2026 FINAL REPORT
KEY WEST, FL — The Monroe County State Attorney’s Office announces that the Final Report of the Monroe County Grand Jury for the Winter Term …
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Monroe County School District Announces Significant Gains in Graduation Rates
The Monroe County School District is proud to report substantial increases in federal graduation rates for the 2024–2025 school year, reflecting the district’s continued commitment …
County Fire Officials Urge Residents to Leave Fireworks to the Professionals
Monroe County Fire Rescue is urging residents to celebrate New Year’s safely by leaving fireworks to licensed professionals. Fire Chief R.L. Colina emphasized that professional …
Miami-Dade deputy shot, killed while responding to traffic crash
Cordero-Stutz: ‘Pray for all of us, because we are family and we are hurting’ MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, Fla. — A Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office deputy was shot …
Florida Keys to Honor Veterans with Special Events as County Offices Close Nov. 11
Monroe County offices will be closed on Tuesday, Nov. 11, in observance of Veterans Day. Several events take place on Veterans Day to honor Veterans …
Virginia Driver Nabbed After Range Rover Chase Crashes in Florida Keys
Authorities say Christopher Brinkley Smithers, from Great Falls, Virginia, now faces charges of fleeing police, hit-and-run, DUI, and drug possession after being booked into the …
Tour de Keys Gears Up for Record-Breaking Ride as 10th Anniversary Approaches
More Than 150 Cyclists Already Registered; Spots Still Available for Iconic November 22 Charity Ride Through the Florida Keys Key West, FL — With over 150 …
MONROE COUNTY PROPOSES TO AMEND RESTORE ACT MULTI-YEAR IMPLEMENTATION PLAN TO ADD BOCA CHICA MOORING FIELD PROJECT
BOCA CHICA, FL — At the Oct. 15 meeting, the Monroe County Board of County Commissioners approved adding the Boca Chica Mooring Field project to the …
Prosecutors Plan to Pursue Prison Sentence for Ex-Deputy
Monroe County prosecutors will seek prison time at the Nov. 24 sentencing of a former sheriff’s deputy who pleaded no contest this week to 40 …
Fake $100 movie prop bills circulating in the Florida Keys, Monroe County sheriff warns. Here’s how to spot them
By Sergio Candido The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office is warning residents and businesses to be on alert for fake cash designed for movie productions that’s now being …
MONROE COUNTY FIRE RESCUE WELCOMES NINE NEW FIREFIGHTERS; FOUR ARE LOCAL FIRE ACADEMY GRADUATES
MONROE COUNTY, FL – The Monroe County Board of County Commissioners proudly helped Fire Chief R.L. Colina welcome and swear in nine new firefighters to Monroe …
MONROE COUNTY TO LAUNCH PILOT PROGRAM FOR FOOD WASTE DROP-OFF STATIONS IN THE UPPER KEYS
MONROE COUNTY, FL – Monroe County, in partnership with SoilMate Composting and sponsored by Baptist Health South Florida, is launching a pilot Food Waste Collection Program …
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS RECOGNIZES STAFF FOR YEARS OF SERVICE MILESTONES IN OCTOBER
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 …
MONROE COUNTY FIRE RESCUE WELCOMES NINE NEW FIREFIGHTERS; FOUR ARE LOCAL FIRE ACADEMY GRADUATES
MONROE COUNTY, FL – The Monroe County Board of County Commissioners proudly helped Fire Chief R.L. Colina welcome and swear in nine new firefighters to Monroe …
2025 Key West Fantasy Fest Parade Winners and 2026 Theme Announced
The Florida Keys irrepressibly creative spirit was on full display in an otherworldly spectacle Saturday night as the world-famous Deep Eddy Vodka Key West Fantasy …
LAST FREE TIRE RECYCLING EVENT SATURDAY, NOV. 1 & GARDEN GLOW UP
MONROE COUNTY, FL – Monroe County is hosting its LAST FREE tire recycling event of the season on Saturday, Nov. 1, from 8 a.m. to noon, …
MONROE COUNTY TO LAUNCH PILOT PROGRAM FOR FOOD WASTE DROP-OFF STATIONS IN THE UPPER KEYS
MONROE COUNTY, FL – Monroe County, in partnership with SoilMate Composting and sponsored by Baptist Health South Florida, is launching a pilot Food Waste Collection Program …
MONROE COUNTY PROPOSES TO AMEND RESTORE ACT MULTI-YEAR IMPLEMENTATION PLAN TO ADD BOCA CHICA MOORING FIELD PROJECT
BOCA CHICA, FL — At the Oct. 15 meeting, the Monroe County Board of County Commissioners approved adding the Boca Chica Mooring Field project to the …
COUNTY MEETS WITH STATE ON ADDITIONAL ROGO ALLOCATIONS; PLAN TO EXTEND ROGO SCHEDULE THROUGH JULY 2027
MONROE COUNTY, FL – Last week, Monroe County Planning Growth Management staff met with representatives from Florida Commerce and the Governor’s office in Tallahassee. The meeting …
NEED A RIDE? ELIGIBLE MONROE COUNTY RESIDENTS CAN USE GUIDANCE/CARE CENTER TRANSPORTATION SERVICES
MONROE COUNTY, FL – Monroe County Community Services continues its support of the Guidance/Care Center, Inc. (GCC)’s transportation services for eligible riders throughout the Florida Keys. …