“Critical” Key West Police station repair angers city officials
“Critical” Key West Police station repair angers city officials BY PRU SOWERS KONK LIFE STAFF WRITER Without debate, Key West City Commissioners on Feb. …
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 …
Theater Review / Next Fall
Next Fall By Emily Schulten Waterfront Playhouse’s current show, Next Fall, is a deep and considerate look at relationships, faith, fear, and loss. …
Feature Stories / Another Little Piece Of Old Key West Passes
Another Little Piece Of Old Key West Passes By Emil Imbro Another icon of old Key West and a part of the rapidly …
It’s Your Environment / Native Plant
Native Plant By Robyn Mayer One of the most pleasurable things about living in Florida, to me, is the proliferation of plants that …
Short Answers / And Why Is This Your Business ?
And Why Is This Your Business By Jeff Johnson And Paula Forman Dear Short Answers: I have a friend who is 28 years …
The Big Story / Joel Nelson: Moved To Key West Because “I Didn’t Have A Lot Of Ambition.”
Joel Nelson: Moved To Key West Because “I Didn’t Have A Lot Of Ambition.” By Rick Boettger Joel Nelson started playing music in …
Your Financial Future / A Few Of My Favorite Books Of The Past Year
A Few Of My Favorite Books Of The Past Year By Roxanne Fleszar One of the things I love about being a financial planner is …