Florida’s rare and controversial black bear hunt kills 52
By MIKE SCHNEIDER ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — Fifty-two bears were killed during Florida’s first black bear hunt in a decade, state wildlife officials said Tuesday. The bear hunt, …
Shop at the library where Tennessee Williams and Jimmy Buffett read and researched
The Friends of the Key West Library book sale is like none you’ll ever see. Set in the beautiful Library Palm Garden, you will have an opportunity to …
New York Times Bestselling author, Nicholas Boggs opens The Friends of Key West Library Speaker Series for 2026 on January 12th.
Bogg’s biography Baldwin: A Love Story is the first major biography of the iconic figure in over three decades. He also co-edited a new edition …
Tropic Sprockets / Song Sung Blue
By Ian Brockway From Craig Brewer (Hustle & Flow) comes “Song Sung Blue,” a real-life biopic centering on the musician partnership and love life between …
Key West Lou / THE BIG SNOWSTORM
The New York big snowstorm was not as big as expected. Large enough to be troublesome, but only minimally so. Many the snowstorms this 90 …
During Netanyahu visit, Trump warns Iran of further US strikes if it reconstitutes nuclear program
By WILL WEISSERT, SAM MEDNICK, SAMY MAGDY and AAMER MADHANI PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — President Donald Trump warned Iran on Monday that the U.S. could carry out further military strikes if …
The Key West Harry S. Truman Foundation announces student essay competition
The Key West Harry S. Truman Foundation, in partnership with The Society of Presidential Descendants, is pleased to announce its fourth annual essay competition for …
FROM HER STUDIO Opening January 7th
Duval Square’s Jag Gallery announces its first exhibit of the new year welcoming two widely recognized and respected Key West artists Tory Mata and Carole Faye …
Tropic Sprockets / Marty Supreme
By Ian Brockway Josh Safdie (Uncut Gems) helms the vividly existential sports story “Marty Supreme” very loosely based on the late table tennis champion Marty …
Key West Lou / THE BIG SNOWSTORM
The New York big snowstorm was not as big as expected. Large enough to be troublesome, but only minimally so. Many the snowstorms this 90 …
Student loan borrowers in default may see wages garnished in 2026
By ANNIE MA WASHINGTON (AP) — The Trump administration said on Tuesday that it will begin garnishing the wages of student loan borrowers who are in …
CHRISTINE MILD RETURNS TO RED BARN WITH NEW SHOW, “QUEENS OF COUNTRY”
Christine Mild, vocalist star of the uber-popular “Always…Patsy Cline” shows, will return to Key West’s Red Barn Theatre with her all-new evening of songs from …
Governor and Cabinet Approve First Round of New Housing Units in the Florida Keys
A new round of building units is set to roll out in the Florida Keys beginning Jan. 1, 2026, following approval by Gov. Ron DeSantis …
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 …
Cheer Teams Fine-Tune Routines for Regional and State Competitions
With regionals less than a month away, Keys competitive cheer teams are putting the finishing touches on their routines. On Dec. 12, the Hurricanes and …
Keys Marine Sanctuary Honors Laverdure as Employee of the Year
Jacqueline Laverdure, program support specialist at Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary, has been named National Ocean Service Employee of the Year for her exceptional dedication …
Key West Lou / NEW YORK STATE EXPERIENCING SNOW EMERGENCY
Ho, ho ho! New York State experiencing a snow emergency. Eight to twelve inches. Not a bad thing. Good for the people to experience every …
Russia strikes Ukraine’s capital and kills at least 1 person a day before Zelenskyy-Trump meeting
By SAMYA KULLAB and VASILISA STEPANENKO KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Russia attacked Ukraine’s capital with ballistic missiles and drones on Saturday, killing at least one person and wounding 27, a …
Key West Artisan Market “Leading Ladies” Edition Features the Key West Women’s Club on Sunday, December 28
Key West, FL — The Key West Artisan Market wraps up the year on Sunday, December 28, from 10 am to 2 pm at Indigenous …
Key West Tropical Forest & Botanical Garden turns 90.
Anniversary celebration set for Jan. 30, 2026 On Friday, Jan. 30, 2026 the Key West Tropical Forest & Botanical Garden on College Road will celebrate …