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Will Sears or Kmart permanently close? Key West is in a bit of corporate limbo right now, (will they stay or go?), and frankly, it stinks. Will Walmart swoop in like vultures or will prayers be answered for a Target? Then again, do we need another box store or will Amazon Prime become our only go-to? Lots of Big Box questions, so we asked locals …

How do you feel about the closing of ‘Big Box’ stores? “It would be awful; where would we go to shop?” said Gary Hartman. “It’s already 2 1/2 hours anywhere, but if we got a Kohl’s, Target or Best Buy then that would be great. But not Walmart.”

“That’s weird to even think about,” said Elizabeth Chalaca. “We don’t have anything else so it would be super sad. I just couldn’t imagine having nowhere to shop.”

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“Just sad,” said Bob Shillinger. “We would need to replace them with something, not a Walmart though, but a Bass Pro Shop wouldn’t be bad.”

“I couldn’t imagine losing Kmart, but then again, if we got a Target that would be fantastic,” said Lee Ann Rose. ”But not a Walmart, that wouldn’t be as good.”

“I’ve lived here twelve years,” said Pam Dula. “And ever since I have lived here they have said Walmart is coming, and still no Walmart.” Listen to Pam, folks, just because they say it, doesn’t make it so.

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Saturday, April 8 • Contractor’s Association Golf Tournament at 7 a.m. at Florida Keys Country Club, Marathon. • Florida Keys Healthy Start infant/ child CPR class from 9 to 11 a.m. at Gato building, Key West. • Florida Keys Community College open house, Key West Campus, at 10 a.m. R.S.V.P. at fkcc.edu/open-house. • Littles on the Lawn (for children 5 and under) from 10 a.m. to noon at Key West Lighthouse. • Migration Mania & the Great Egg Hunt from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m at the Key West Tropical Forest & Botanical Gardens.

• Putts 4 Paws mini golf tournament from noon to 4 p.m. at Boondocks, Ramrod Key. • Purse and Jewelry Auction benefiting American Cancer Society and The Cancer Foundation from 3 to 6 p.m. at Key West Yacht Club. • Bucbash benefiting HOB School from 4 to 7 p.m. at Smokin’ Tuna Saloon, Key West. Sunday, April 9 • Island City Tennis tournament at 8 a.m. at Bayview Park. $30 to Cancer Foundation of the Florida Keys. • Easter on the Animal Farm, 1 to 3 p.m., Sheriff’s Animal Farm, Stock

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Island. Monday, April 10 • Free Walking Tour phone app party from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at Curry Mansion, Key West. Tuesday, April 11 • Autism Society support workshop from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at Grace Lutheran Church, Key West. Wednesday, April 12 • Ribbon cutting ceremony at 9:30 a.m. at Culinary Arts Lab at Florida Keys Community College, Stock Island. • Dinner and show to benefit Wesley House at 6 p.m. at La Te Da, Key West. • Photography club meeting at 6:30 p.m. at National Key Deer Refuge Visitor Center, Big Pine Key. • VIP lecture series: Saving the Everglades” at 7 p.m. at Tennessee Williams Theatre, Stock Island. Thursday, April 13 • Southernmost Coconut Castaway Jump Up from 6 to 9 p.m. at Looe Key Tiki, Ramrod Key. Saturday, April 15 • 18th annual Big Pine Key Easter event at 9 a.m., Lytton’s Way. • Bubble play, 10 to 11:30 a.m., Oldest House lawn, 322 Duval St. • MS support group meeting at 10:30 a.m. at Key West library. Sunday, April 16 • Big Coppitt Volunteer Fire Department easter egg hunt from noon to 3 p.m. at Station 9, MM 10.5 bayside. • Cashflow 101 game from 1 to 4 p.m. at Glad Tidings Church, Key West. Wednesday, April 12 • Restoring the Everglades VIP chat at 7 p.m. at Florida Keys Community College, Stock Island. April 22-23 • Pops Stiglitz softball tournament at Marathon Community Park. Saturday, April 22 • Great Conch Republic Drag Race from 2 to 5 p.m. on Duval Street.

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Officials seek U.S.1 improvements Neugent hosts meeting with FDOT

onroe County Mayor George Neugent hosted a three-hour meeting Friday with the Florida Department of Transportation’s District 6 Secretary Jim Wolfe and government officials throughout the Keys to discuss a wide range of ideas and projects to improve pedestrian safety, traffic flow and problem areas along the Overseas Highway. “We are here to work on ways to help mitigate our traffic problems because everybody has had enough of it,” Neugent said. “It affects us all and it potentially affects our economy.” The meeting, held at the Monroe County Marathon Government Center, was not to make decisions, but for officials from the county and the municipalities of Key West, Marathon, Islamorada, Key Colony Beach and Layton to voice concerns and ideas directly to Wolfe. It also was the opportunity for the government officials of the Florida Keys to express their unity to FDOT that traffic congestion in any part of the Keys

County and municipal officials meet with Florida Department of Transportation representatives to discuss safety on U.S. 1. CAMMY CLARK/Contributed

• Ways to lessen the number of vehicles on U.S. 1: Monroe County Administrator Roman Gastesi requested that FDOT look into the feasibility of some type of rapid transit/light rail system. Discussion also included creating a better bus system. • Need for uniform pedestrian crosswalks in the Keys: FDOT agreed to continue to work on making the crosswalks safer. At the meeting, county officials also asked FDOT to look into the possibility of designing the rehabilitation of the Old Seven Mile Bridge to include the running of electricity to the countyowned Pigeon Key. Discussion also included how and where to run the trolley system once the bridge’s renovation is completed – and what can be done regarding the expected heavy use of the parking area at the north end of the bridge. “This meeting has been very helpful for me,” said Wolfe, who was accompanied by FDOT Traffic Services Program Engineer Ramon Sierra. “We wouldn’t have known about some of these issues because we don’t live here, and we don’t drive here regularly. … We have taken notes and notes on the issues discussed and will look into them.” — Contributed

is a problem for all. “We all live along the same road and stretch of islands,” Monroe County Commissioner David Rice said. “What happens in Islamorada affects Key West and what happens in Key West affects Marathon. We all need to work together and be involved in coming up with the best solutions.” Issues that were discussed – and that FDOT agreed to look into or further study – included: • Need for pedestrian bridges: Discussion addressed building permanent ones at locations such as the triangle in Key West and at Founders Park in Islamorada, as well as the purchase

of temporary pedestrian bridges that can be used at different sites, such as Rowell’s Waterfront Park in Key Largo and the Marathon Community Park. • Need for center turn lanes: Officials from the county and the municipalities brought up several problem areas along U.S. 1 where the lack of turn lanes leads to traffic backup and potentially to accidents. • Rumble strips: Rice brought up a citizen’s suggestion to put rumble strips along the centerline of the road to help prevent head-on collisions. Wolfe said he got the same citizen’s email and thought it was worth considering.

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Florida Keys Community College invites prospective students and their families to a open house at FKCC Key West campus on Saturday, April 8 at 10 a.m. The regular $30 application fee will be waived for those who submit an application during one of the events. Those planning to attend an open house are asked to R.S.V.P. at fkcc.edu/ open-house.

Bucbash, a fundraiser by the Buccaneer Athletic Boosters at HOB, will be held on Saturday, April 8 from 4 to 7 p.m. at Smokin’ Tuna Saloon. There will be a buffet and open bar. Entertainment by Zach Seemiller, Caffeine Carl, and more. Tickets are $100 and can be bought at Smokin’ Tuna Saloon.

Dinner and show to benefit Wesley House on Wednesday, April 12 at 6 p.m. will be held at La Te Da in Key West. After dinner, Christopher Peterson will perform as Judy Garland and Bobby Nesbitt will be the piano man in the upstairs Crystal Room. Tickets for dinner and show are $125 and show only, which starts at 8:30 p.m., is $50. Tickets can be purchased by calling 305-809-5000 or online at wesleyhouse.org.

There will be a free walking tour of Key West phone app party on Monday, April 10 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at Curry Mansion, 511 Caroline St. Included at the party will be the free app, key lime pie, refreshments and mansion tours.

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elaney Smith seems like a normal 11-year old. She’ll talk about what she did at school, she’ll chug down a soda while laughing about her friends, she’ll even show off her new puppy, Nala – things an average 6th grader does. But if you happen to be checking out Nick Norman and the Naturals on a Friday afternoon at The Lazy Gecko and they call Delaney up to the stage, you’ll realize as soon as she gets behind the mic that she is anything but average. “I don’t have any of my own shows yet, but sometimes local musicians invite me on stage to sing a few songs with them,” Delaney said with a smile. While she may not be headlining any shows yet, she is certainly an accomplished musician in her own right. Last year Delaney won the Junior category at the Habitat for Humanity Votes for Notes competition, she’s performed twice at the annual Key West Musicians Festival, she plays saxophone in the HOB Middle School Band, and she regularly performs with the Bahama Village Music Program Joyful Voices Choir and School of Rock (of which she was the founding lead singer). As a Christmas present last year, her mother Cassidy — a constant presence wherever Delaney happens to be performing, her biggest supporter and No. 1 Fan — bought her studio time at the Grateful Guitar Studio to record an original song Delaney wrote for her grandmother. Ever modest, when asked about her performing ukulele as well as vocals for her song, Delaney would rather talk about everyone else playing on the track and how much

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DELANEY SMITH Delaney Smith plays at the Habitat for Humanity Votes for Notes competition. CONTRIBUTED

their support means to her. “D-Reay is engineering the recordings and playing percussion, James Whitehead is helping and playing guitar, and Daryl Brooke is adding some steel guitar,” Delaney said, “and I appreciate every second of their influence.” Moving to Key West from Cincinnati, Ohio with her mother and grandmother in 2011 has surely helped her development as a musician, and a community that accepts people for who they are has helped define what Delaney loves about music so much. “You can be yourself with music – you can write about what you’re feeling, or you can make something up,” she said. “There are so many different types and styles – you can choose your favorite or create your own!” — Contributed

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Libations

Live Music LITTLE ROOM JAZZ CLUB Joe Dallas Trio – Fri, April 7 at 8:30 p.m. Ericson Holt – Sat, April 8 at 8:30 p.m. Deb Hudson JazzTrio – Sun, April 9 at 8:30 p.m. Open jam w/ Larry Baeder - Monday, April 10 at 8:30 p.m. Ericson Holt – Tuesday, April 11 at 8:30 p.m. Libby York swing night – Wednesday, April 12 at 6 p.m. Bobby Nesbit – Thursday, April 13 at 5:30 p.m. Hal Howland Trio – Thursday, April 13 at 8:30 p.m.

Terri serves up fresh squeezed juices at Tree Bar at the Rick’s/ Durty Harry’s complex. CONTRIBUTED

TREE BAR at RICK’s/DURTY HARRY’S

erri knows a thing or two about cocktails in Key West, since she’s been serving ’em up here since 1989. She’s been at Tree Bar for the past year and a half, after 20 years at the now-closed Rusty Anchor. “I love the diversity of the different people I come in contact with,” she said, while squeezing fresh oranges and grapefruit in the machine. Her go-to drinks include the fresh juices, like screwdrivers, double-oh sevens, and greyhounds. Since she’s there from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. during the week, she also said the Ramey’s Famous Bloody Mary is pretty popular. Being the first stop on the Key West Pub Crawl for a lot of the cruise ships that come into town, sometimes she’s there even earlier to help get the party started as soon as possible for the island’s visitors. When she isn’t working, she’s spending time with her granddaughters. “I am usually at softball and soccer games over the weekends,” she said, “or trying to get out on the boat.” Across the patio is Angelina’s Pizza, the perfect accompaniment to the drinks mentioned here. The complex is located at 202 Duval St.

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TWO FRIENDS PATIO RESTAURANT Local artists performing live daily: twofriendskeywest.com. Karaoke – Fridays and Saturdays at 8:30 p.m. SUNSET PIER at OCEAN KEY RESORT Marjory Lee – Friday, April 7 at 1 p.m. Miguel Perez - Sat, April 8 at 1 p.m. Jessie Wagner – Sun 2, April 9 at 1 p.m. The Frito Lays – Mon, April 10 at 1 p.m. Robert Albury –Mon, April 10 at 7 p.m. Tony Baltimore – Tues, April 11 at 1 p.m. The Happy Dog – Tues, April 11 at 7 p.m. Raven Cooper – Wed, April 12 at 1 p.m. Fuel on Fire – Wed, April 12 at 7 p.m. Claire Finley – Thurs, April 13 at 1 p.m. The E’Claires – Thursy, April 13 at 7 p.m. BISTRO SOLE Mateo Jampol – Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 6:30 p.m. BOTTLE CAP LOUNGE Open Nightly until 4 a.m. Tips benefit - Fridays at 5 p.m. House Music Night with DJ Dino Tuesdays at 11 p.m. Comedy Key West - Thurs at 8 p.m. SUNSET TIKI at THE GALLEON Emily Springsteen – Mon at 2:30 p.m.

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Paul Melroy has settled into his latest endeavor as executive director of Key West Film Society and Tropic Cinema with humor and quiet gusto. A Cherry Hill, New Jersey man, Melroy’s roots are rock’n’ roll but he has an affinity for the more refined artistries such as opera and art house films. “I’ve worked with some of the greatest singers in the world, including people like Jose Carreras,” said Melroy of his time as managing director of the Atlanta Opera; when he was managing director for Conspirare, one of the world’s finest vocal ensembles. (They won a Grammy in 2015 for Best Vocal Performance.) Accolades aside, Melroy and his wife came to Key West for the sunshine and love of film. When talking about taking over for Matthew Helmerich, former director, he said, “I have wanted to keep things seamless.” Melroy has instituted some “quieter changes,” as in, even more art house and music films as evidenced by the varied and exciting upcoming Tropic schedule. When asked if he gets to see a lot of movies, Melroy said with a slight smile “I play hooky to see one or two.”

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1. Full Name? Paul O’Rourke Melroy. 2. Worst nickname? Melb (high school nickname). 3. Name one famous person you would bring back to life; why? Jerry Garcia. The fat man rocks. 4. What question do you hate to answer? “What are you doing?” 5. If you won the lottery, what extravagant thing would you do? I would want to travel extensively using private jets and ocean-going yachts. 6. What movie would people be surprised you love? “Spinal Tap” is my favorite movie of all time. One you can’t watch again? Any Adam Sandler movie. 7. If you could grant Key West one wish, what would it be? Lower sea levels. 8. Which TV, movie or superhero character is your alter ego? Commander Riker on “Star Trek: The Next Generation.” 9. What is your nerdiest passion? My digital music collection. I have well over 5,000 live recordings of about 1,000 different bands and musicians.

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10. If you could take three items on a deserted island, what would you choose? An iPod, a Kindle and a solar-powered generator. Why? Music and literature are critical to making life worth living. 11. If invisible, what would you do in Key West? I would do something horrible to the people who ignore stop signs in Old Town. 12. Favorite guilty pleasure? Eating ice cream and watching the HBO series “Girls.” 13. Who is your movie “crush” (i.e. seen all of their films)? Christopher Guest. 14. What fantasy dream job would you have if could? Running a record label or a movie studio.

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15. You are sitting at a diner counter eating. Who would you want to walk in and sit next to you? Robert De Niro. 16. When Comcast cut out during the Oscars, first thought? Oh no! I’ve got a theater full of people who paid to watch the Oscars at the Tropic! Finish these sentences.. 17. My friends and family would describe me as … a smart-aleck and an unrelentingly terrible punster. 18. My autobiography would be titled … “Going Where the Climate Suits my Clothes.”

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A LITTLE PAST COUNTRY LEE ANN WOMACK AT THE KEY WEST THEATER HAYS BLINCKMANN hays@keysweekly.com

ountry legend Lee Ann Womack is just as heartfelt and genuine in person as in her music. She speaks with a surprisingly soft Southern lilt for such a commanding songstress, but her message, like her talent, is strong and clear. Walking away from the glitz and glam of mainstream country music, Grammy-winning Womack is seeking humbler stages

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and reaching out to newer audiences – thankfully, because now Womack will be coming to Key West for the first time and playing one night only at The Key West Theater on Monday, April 10. Womack gushed with excitement, “Florida has true country music fans. I have never been to Key West but I can’t wait; who knows, maybe I won’t leave, like the rest of you.” She is touring with Alan Jackson right now, but also is venturing out solo. “I’ve spent many years in the spotlight; I’ve earned the right to do it differently. I really want to play in smaller venues, not where they play basketball or hockey.” With mega-hits like “I Hope You Dance,” “I’ll Think of a Reason Later,” and “A Little Past Little Rock,” Womack can certainly call the shots. Her career has earned her multiple Country Music Awards and Grammy nods, one win, but she’s been in the business long enough to say, “There is not much of a country music scene any more.” Womack is a Dolly Parton/Loretta Lynn type of old-school country singer. Her latest album “The Way I’m Livin’” is a soulful blend of poignant ballads and passionate songs chosen by her and released on a smaller label. She puts herself now among peers such as Alison Krauss and Patty Griffin and shuns the big business of country hits.

“Writing or listening, I don’t go for the party feel,” said Womack. “I want to fill the void for people who want serious music. It’s American roots music with a mixture of old-fashioned bluegrass.” She likened her career to a race between the tortoise and the hare: slow and steady wins by focusing mostly on the quality of the music. Opening act will be Key West’s own Nick Norman making it a show not to be missed and most assuredly will be sold out. Go to www.thekeywesttheater.com for tickets.

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What organizations and activities are you involved with at Key West High School and why are they important to you? I am a part of the Conchettes, SWAT, Executive Board, and CSALT. These are important to me because I enjoy being involved in school and helping the community. Who has been your biggest inspiration at Key West High School and why? Mr. Carter, because he has taught me a lot about music in AP Music Theory and choir. What class do you think has best prepared you for life after high school and why? AP Government, because before that class, I knew nothing about it and how it works. Now that I know more, I can make good decisions in the future. What is your favorite social medium and why? Whom do you follow? Twitter, because people put the funniest things on there. I follow Ariana Grande, Chrissy Teigen, Jimmy Fallon, and James Corden. What are the biggest challenges facing the Keys? What would you do to meet these challenges? The congestion of traffic in the mornings and afternoons, especially during the holidays. What are your plans after high school? After high school I am going to major in early childhood education and I hope to apply for a program to travel around the world and teach at military bases. Do you think you will make the Keys your permanent home? Why or why not? No, because I want to travel the world and teach. Finish this sentence: Living in the Keys has taught me… how close a community can be through tough times and that I can rely on my close friends for the rest of my life.

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The Key West Weekly is proud to partner with Key West High School faculty and students in choosing “The Student of the Week.” Recipients are chosen on a myriad of qualifications ranging from academic standing, athletics, outstanding achievements, community involvement, individuality and moral fortitude. We thank our future leaders and KWHS for allowing us to share in a weekly dose of “Conch Pride” and congratulate all of the outstanding students of the week.

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WHO’S COUNTING? 577 days to the 2018 elections; Hometown hosts first event

Big announcements were made at the Call for Candidates event for the 2018 election cycle. Hometown, a nonprofit, formerly known as Hometown PAC, hosted its first candidate introductions on Monday night at Salute in Key West. KRISTEN LIVENGOOD kristen@keysweekly.com

Here is what emerged regarding various offices and candidates: KEY WEST MAYOR Todd German said the open seat has drawn some interest from community members like Wayne Coulter and Randy Becker, who were not present. Those who spoke included Dave Gonzalez and Monroe Holloway.

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The city attorney has found a way for me to run one more time,” Craig Cates joked, before clarifying that he has reached the term limit. He urged the community to get involved. “I don’t consider myself a politician, but a community servant.” A big announcement coming from Key West City Commissioner Jimmy Weekley from District 1: “I am not, in no way, shape, or form, running for mayor. Let me just squash that rumor now,” he said at the forum.

“You can’t stop what’s going to happen to Key West,” he said. “But, let’s try and slow it down.” Dave Gonzalez is a native Conch and currently the curator at Ernest Hemingway House and Gardens. He mentioned that tourism Dave Gonzalez needs to “meld” with the heritage of Key West and that he would be a strategic leader for the community. Monroe Holloway, a 2003 graduate of Key West High School, said he wants to help out the younger generation in Key West. He cited wages, housing and childcare as important issues. “Our community has always been one Monroe Holloway to look out for each other,” he said. “We need to focus on the key drivers and be the beacon of the One Human Family we speak of so often.”

Todd German, chairman of Hometown, said he was extremely pleased with the turnout, especially in an off election year. Scanning the beachside crowd, he mentioned the new young faces in the crowd who came out to test the waters. “We hope to host a candidate workshop in the near future,” he said.

KEY WEST CITY COMMISSION Sam Kaufman, incumbent, said he will be running again. “I love being on the city commission, and keep an open-door policy,” he said, carrying signs he had saved from the last election. “I am all in for 2018.” Oliver Kofoid said he is not officially running, yet, but said “never doubt what small people can do.” Kofoid said he loves District 2 and that his commissioner (Kaufman) is doing a good job, but hopes someone will run against him. “If no one does, and my company says it’s OK for me to run, then this may be the only time I’ll be able to stick it to a lawyer,” he said, smiling. Sunny Andracchio of Schooner America wasn’t sure which district he will be in, but said he loved Key West and the people of the island. “I will always vote for the interests of the people as a whole,” he said. Sunny Andracchio

Commissioners Richard Payne and Margaret Romero were not present and no one announced intent to run in either district.

MONROE COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS Monroe County Commissioner David Rice said he will be running for re-election. “I love being on the commission; campaigning, not so much,” he said, adding he wants to help plan for the future. As of yet, there are no challengers. Hometown chairman Todd German said the District 2 seat, which George Neugent will be vacating, will be a hot race to watch. Two people, Chuck Weitzel and Chuck Licis, spoke at the event but have not filed officially. KEYS ENERGY UTILITY BOARD Charlie Bradford, Group 5, said he plans to run for the seat he currently holds, and said with the addition of a new seat that will encompass the Lower Keys to have representation through the Seven Mile Bridge, he hopes qualified candidates will step up. “We think it is important to have people on this board that have experience,” he said. “The energy board is very serious and it’s important to know what it going on.”

MONROE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD Both Bobby Highsmith and John Dick said they will be running for re-election and there were no challengers present. Highsmith spoke of the stability in the school board, while Dick said he was proud that Monroe County teachers are the highest paid in the state. U.S. HOUSE, DISTRICT 26 Key Wester Giancarlo Espinosa stepped up to speak. Since becoming an American citizen a year and a half ago, he said he’s “going all in.” Espinosa discussed issues like healthcare, incarceration rates, and bank bailouts. The Giancarlo Espinosa seat is held by Congressman Carlos Curbelo, who was unable to attend due to Congress being in session.

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Greg Daniels said he’s looking into running for one of the open seats. As a member of the Keys Energy Advisory Board and a construction coordinator for a local telephone/internet/cable provider, he said he’s worked with Keys Energy and has a background to support his campaign.

Walt Drabinski has a 40-year background in the electric industry as an electrical engineer and a management consultant for electric companies. “I can contribute to the energy board and I hope you will support me,” he said to the crowd.

Hometown PAC is no longer a political action committee, and is now a nonprofit organization. “Since we don’t endorse, there was no reason to remain a PAC,” said Hometown Chairman Todd German.

ON THE STAGE

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KEY WEST THEATER PRESENTS ‘OKLAHOMA SMITH AND THE PANTHEON OF ANNIHILATION’ emember yelling, “No Indy, Don’t go in there!” at the movie screen? Obviously Chris Shultz and Michael Marrero did when they wrote their new play “Oklahoma Smith and the Pantheon of Annihilation” now playing at the Key West Theater. It’s their version of an older, weightier and funnier Indiana Jones – now dubbed Oklahoma Smith – in a slapstick interactive musical comedy. Finally it’s OK to yell at the stage because the audience decides what happens next in Oklahoma’s adventures (or misadventures). Shultz and Marrero have created a new theater genre — musical comedy game show. “It contains profanity, drug use and firearms,” said Marrero, preparing the audience opening night, “and that is in just the first seven minutes.” The play is riddled with the familiar but always with a comedic twist. Oklahoma Smith, played by local favorite David Black, starts off as a retired teacher pulled back into saving the world and fight the evil Mistress Nefarious, played by a delightfully accented Alexandra Zeto. He must find the “Book of the Dead” with trusty sidekick Beanpole and not fall in love with an almost identical Karen Allen played by seasoned actress Dakota Mackey-McGee. But plot aside, the most ludicrous and hysterical moments are delivered by the background characters, played by local funny men Brandon Beach, Pony Charvet and Chad Newman — let’s just say wigs, dresses and lots of rhinestones are involved. From plot twists to actors playing multiple characters, the play has it all, but don’t plan on sitting back and just enjoying the show. The audience is the show when asked to pick the next scene or action for Oklahoma resulting in victory or defeat. And hey, when the audience chooses wrong, just like any techie knows, REBOOT! It’s hilarious, original and terribly indicative of Key West’s love of dark comedy, cross-dressing and nostalgia for anything ’80s.

“Time is an amazing currency,” said Shultz, referring to the four years of development the play has undergone, “There is a huge amount of talent involved and grown locally. But, sorry, there are many f@*#ing curse words.” “Oklahoma Smith and the Pantheon of Annihilation” runs through April 29 at the Key West Theater, 512 Eaton St. Tickets are available at www. thekeywesttheater.com or by calling 305-985-0433.

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THANK YOU! On April 1, 2017, the efforts of hundreds of people culminated in the success of the 36th Annual 7-Mile Bridge Run. The Marathon Runners Club wishes to say THANKS to all of those people who participated in the planning and execution of the run, as well as the dedicated law enforcement officials who so efficiently carried out their traffic control responsibilities.

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Thanks to all the captains and their teams! Aid Station #1 - Cindy Perry Aid Station #2 - Charly Farritor & REMAX Aid Station #3- First State Bank Aid Station #4 - Sam the DJ "Over The Hump" Gang Aid Station #5 - Gerald Clairmont Aid Station #6 - Riet & Save the Old "7" Julie Elgersma & Chris Bryk - Supply Disbursement Tina Belotti - Start Line Denise Pankow- Finish Line Paradise Landscaping - Finish Line Charly Farritor – Remax – H2O Knight’s Key Dave Daniels - Safety Team and T-shirts The Sayer Family The Konrath Family

Bobbie & Chuck Bayles Luis Gonzales & Family - Packet Pickup Don Scotten Family Jim Dalrymple - Mile Markers Art Stephens Nancy Lunsford & Dave - Recycling Team Pete Worthington - Communication Team Julie Pertunen- Numbers Nights Marathon Fire Station - Anna Singh Family MHS Boys Basketball MHS Tennis MHS Baseball MHS Cheerleaders MHS Band MHS Girls Basketball MHS Drama Club MHS Video Production MHS Swim Team MHS Girls Soccer MHS Football MHS Volleyball MHS Boys Soccer MHS Yearbook MHS Cross Country MHS Softball MHS Weight-lifting

We wish to acknowledge contributions made by: Mike Puto Sue Corbin ICA & DOT John Bartus Zoltan Polgar & Agency 44 Keys Fisheries Larry & Renee Patty Ivey & Ryan Schraffenberger Marathon Electric Sign & Light Pat Kersey Don & Son Fence Co. Split Second Timing Florida Keys Electric Co-op Dan Zieg & Rick Luna Alex Landscaping Denise & Chris Pankow

Marathon Publix - Steve & Chuck Southernmost Runners Club Jim & Jan Dorl Bill Becker Kirk of the Keys Church Maryann & Don Nelson Goal Line Embroidery & Action Wear - Terri Labrada Key West Visitor Center Sunshine Key RV Resort & Marina A Key Real Estate Big Pine Motel Big Pine Key Fishing Lodge Bank of America Crane Point Hammock Lower Keys Chamber of Commerce Marathon Lumber Sandra Bradshaw & Harry Thomas Andy Newman Tom Wright CM & Dennis Bishop Tarpon Creek Restaurant FaroBlanco Lighthouse Grill Marriott Blue Waters Brent Cranney FKAA - Brent Cranney Glunz Ocean Beach Hotel Shari Cronin Jane Parker Alo Jewelers Sparky's Landing Specialty Hardware The Island Fish Co Unique's Christine Waddill Pen - Skin Institute Lisa - Wild Hair Salon Key Colony Inn Leigh Ann's Coffee House Sunbelt Rentals Overseas Pub & Grill Aquarium Encounters Karen Trujillo Anne Reams Uniques

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Agape National Catholic Church of North America announces the Ordination to the Priesthood of Reverend Deacon Sarah Fowler on April 22, 2017. To be held at the First Congregational Church 2501 NE 30th Street Fort Lauderdale @ 2:00pm.

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Come and join us on April 30th to help Reverend Sarah Fowler celebrate her First Mass at Peace Covenant Presbyterian Church 2610 Flagler Avenue, Key West @ 1:30pm. There will be a reception to follow.

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AUCTION SET TO BENEFIT FAMILY Big Pine Key man was raising four children

amily members Shamera and Larry Pratt are having a silent auction to benefit the children of Clifford Lawson Cease, who was allegedly murdered last month on Big Pine Key. The auction is set for Sunday, April 9 from 3 to 5 p.m. at Castaways Restaurant in Marathon. Cease was father to four, including three children of no biological relationship born to his estranged wife and her former husband. The children range in age from 1 to 8 years old. The youngest is the son of Cease and the woman charged with his murder.

Currently, the children are staying in Marathon with Shamera and Larry Pratt, who is the youngest child’s biological uncle. She works at Bishop & Rosasco and he works for Florida Keys Air Conditioning. The couple plan to petition the court for full custody of all four children. Funds raised will help pay for living expenses, and possibly adoption fees. For more information about the silent auction, or to donate, call Shamera Pratt at 305-563-1166. A celebration of life for Clifford Lawson Cease was held on Tuesday, at the Sombrero Beach main pavilion. —Weekly Staff report

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Conch Republic Investiture seeks Royal Family candidates In a benefit for the Conch Republic Foster Children’s Fund, Wesley House Family Services, past queen Leigha Fox and current queen Julie Waters will host the Royal Investiture Party to elect a Royal Family of the Conch Republic on Saturday, April 22 at 6 p.m. at Rick’s/ Durty Harry’s, 202 Duval St. Any serious or silly rank or position is acceptable, except king. In the event of multiple candidates for the lofty position of queen, the candidate earning the most votes will assume the title of queen. Others will be deemed “Queen(s) in Waiting.” Past positions have been held as Royal Bartender, Duchess of the Conch Republic, Royal Chaplain, Earl of Pizza, Royal Bubblier, and Royal Banker. To apply, visit welseyhouse.org or contact claire.hiller@wesleyhouse.org, or call 305-809-5000. Seacamp offers lifeguard training American Red Cross Lifeguard Training course, including First Aid and CPR/AED training, will be held on Saturday, April 22, Sunday, April 23 and Saturday, April 29 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Seacamp on Big Pine Key. The course registration fee is $180, and additional fees will apply to participants needing additional time to complete skills. Students must be at least 15 years old by the last day of class and must complete the following in-water prerequisite skills at the beginning of the course: perform a 550-yard continuous swim using the front crawl, breaststroke or a combination of both, tread water for 2 minutes, and retrieve submerged objects in 4 to 7 feet of water. For additional information or to register call 305-872-2331, ext. 238.

Children and teen poetry contest Monroe county students are encouraged to submit poetry entries to the Robert Frost Poetry Contest for Children and Teens by Friday, April 14. Children aged 6-12 and teens aged 13-18 are encouraged to email or drop their poems at The Studios of Key West, or poetry@tskw.org. Students should include their name, parent or guardian’s name, phone number and age with submissions. Poetry can be any length, based on any subject, and be rhymed or unrhymed. Teachers may also submit the work of their students. Top prize for each age group is a $75 cash award; second prize is a $50. Honorable mentions will also be given. Winners will be recognized with certificates at a reception and public reading in May. Tax help from AARP Free federal income tax preparation and efiling by AARP TaxAide volunteers will be available through April 18 for middle- and low-income taxpayers at the following locations: Marathon Senior Center - Tuesdays 1:30 to 4:30 p.m.; Key Largo Library - Wednesdays 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.; Big Pine Senior Center - Thursdays 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. You do not need to be a member of AARP or a retiree, although special attention is given to those age 60 and older. No appointments are taken. Please bring a copy of your 2015 tax return, your current year’s tax information, social security cards for yourself and any dependents, photo ID, details of your health insurance coverage, and any other pertinent information.

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EVERGLADES IS FINAL FKCC TOPIC Florida Keys Community College will close the 2017 season of its VIP Series with “Saving America’s Everglades” on Wednesday, April 12 at 7 p.m. in the Tennessee Williams Theatre on the Key West Campus. Shannon Estenoz, the executive director of the South Florida Ecosystem Restoration Task Force, Key West native, and FKCC graduate, will lead the presentation. Estenoz, who was appointed to her position by Interior Secretary Ken Salazar in 2010, Shannon Estenoz. will discuss the effort she leads to repair America’s Everglades. The decades-long program, encompassing the greater Everglades ecosystem that stretches from Orlando to Florida Bay, is the largest ecosystem restoration initiative in the world. Estenoz will discuss the historic Everglades, the 20th century program of drainage and development that threatened the survival of the ecosystem, and the ambitious infrastructure program aimed at saving it. Estenoz, who graduated from FKCC in 1987, went on to earn degrees in international affairs and civil engineering from Florida State University. Her career includes various leadership roles with the Environmental and Land Use Law Center, the World Wildlife Center, and the National Parks Conservation Association. She was named a Distinguished Alumna by FKCC in 2016. Tickets are $5 at the door. Admission is free for students at FKCC and Monroe County schools. The event is sponsored by Centennial Bank. — Contributed

BRIEFLY Coconut Castaways Jump Up at Looe Key Tiki The Southernmost Coconut Castaways, the friend club of Howard Livingston and the MM24 Band, will be having its April Jump Up social on Thursday, April 13 from 6 to 9 p.m. at Looe Key Tiki Bar in Ramrod Key. Proceeds will benefit Reef Relief. Music provided by Brian Roberts, raffles, giveaways, drink specials and more. Free and open to the public. For more info, visit southernmostcoconutcastaways.com. Saturday story hour at Key West library A Saturday preschool program is held at 11 a.m. at Key West library. There will be an hour of interactive stories, songs and rhymes, followed by craft or movie. These events are free and open to children and their caregivers. For more information, call 305-292-3595.

PLANNING BOARD APPOINTEES SOUGHT Kaufman seeks applicants

ity Commissioner Sam Kaufman is seeing letters of interest for an upcoming appointment to the Key West Planning Board. The Planning Board hears a spectrum of important public planning issues, ranging from specific development approval requests to changes in the Comprehensive Plan and Land Development Regulations. It serves an advisory role to the City Commission as well as having the capacity to make decisions. The board has seven members; each commissioner appoints one member. Appointees must be Key West City residents. Interested parties are asked to submit a letter of interest to Kaufman at Key West City Hall, 1300 White Street before April 21. More information is available from Lissette Carey at 305-809-3844 or lcarey@cityofkeywest-fl.gov.

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he Key West Rotary Club will present Reggae Moonsplash, featuring the Original Wailers, on Saturday, April 22. The popular event returns to Higgs Beach and falls on Earth Day, allowing concert goers an opportunity to give back to Mother Earth, while raising funds for Rotary’s scholarship fund. The Original Wailers, Grammy winners who have been touring for more than a decade, will headline the evening—led by Bob Marley’s guitarist, Al Anderson. Also, the Spam Allstars, who are no strangers to Key West, will return after more than a 12-month absence. Also appearing is Caffeine Carl & The Buzz with special guest Zack Seemiller. Caffeine Carl will pay tribute to late rock legend Chuck Berry.

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imply elegant. That is the best way to describe the new restaurant, Little Pearl — Fish House and Wine Bar at 632 Olivia St. The food is sophisticated, creative, and above all, strikingly delicious. Paired with refined decor, Little Pearl is challenging the Key West culinary scene to go to the next level of fine dining. Before the New York Times or The Huffington Post swoops in and turns this Key West gem into a social media darling, experience it first. And locals will swell with pride knowing Little Pearl is home grown. “Since being in the restaurant business in Key West for over 10 years, I feel fortunate to have worked at and opened some of Key West’s favorite restaurants,” said co-owner Tommy Quartararo, who previously

“We are hopeful that our quaint 40-seat fish house and wine bar will fill a void in the neighborhood.” —Kristen Onderdonk, of Little Pearl Restaurant.

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‘GOOD PEOPLE’ OPENS AT WATERFRONT PLAYHOUSE Play examines roles of luck, character

s it luck or strength of character that helps people escape from the situations into which they are born? “Good People,” opening Thursday, April 13, at the Waterfront Playhouse, takes a look at that question, asking why some people have all the luck – and others don’t. Written by Pulitzer Prizewinning playwright, David Lindsay-Abaire, “Good People” was a Broadway hit a few seasons ago, with Frances McDormand winning a Best Actress Tony for her performance. The play won the New York Drama Critics’ Circle Award for best play and was nominated for the Tony Award, the Drama Desk

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Award and the Outer Critics Circle Award for outstanding Broadway play. It has been one of the most produced plays recently in regional theaters. The play takes place in South Boston — or “Southie” as the locals call it — an Irish working-class neighborhood, known for its history, unique culture, racial tensions and class struggles. It’s a place where a night on the town means a few rounds of bingo, and where the monthly paycheck will hopefully cover the bills. “Good People” is the story of Margie Walsh, who loses her job at the local Dollar Store. Her hilariously snarky two best friends (and bingo buddies) try to provide comfort, while offering questionable advice for her next steps. Her friend Jean, “the mouthy from Southie,” pushes her to look up an old fling. That would be Mike Dillon, who is their one acquaintance from the neighborhood who became a success — a doctor in Boston. The hope is that he might have a job for Margie. However,

the meeting doesn’t go as planned as secrets are revealed and emotional fireworks explode. “I’ve wanted to do this extraordinary play for a few years now,” said director Danny Weathers. “It beautifully captures what I love about good theater — brilliant writing, lots of twists and turns, character-driven humor and really juicy roles for actors. And this cast will knock your socks off. They’re amazing.” The cast for “Good People” includes George diBraud as Margie. Michael Castellano plays Michael, the doctor. Playing Margie’s two best friends are Mary Falconer and Peggy Montgomery. Justin Ahearn plays Stevie, Margie’s boss and bingo pal. Simone Elizabeth Bart, who has numerous Off-Broadway and New York credits, plays Michael’s much younger wife. Michael Boyer creates the world of Boston with multiple set locations. John Jaworski is the lighting designer, Jaime Laba is in charge of costume design and Carmen Rodriguez is the props mistress, with Annie Miners acting as stage manager. —Contributed

‘Good People’ April 13-29, 8 p.m. Waterfront Playhouse, 310 Wall St. Reception follows opening night production. Low-priced preview April 12. Tickets at www.waterfrontplayhouse.org or at 305-294-5015

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cores of kids came to celebrate Easter early and take part in the Harry S. Truman Little White House first Easter egg roll last Saturday. Musician Nick Norman serenaded the dance floor, while kids raced eggs, made crafts and chased the Easter Bunny in the first summer temperatures. Much like the traditional White House Easter egg hunt, Key West parents and children put on their finest Easter clothing and were rewarded with a wooden souvenir egg. —Weekly Staff report

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Putts for Paws this Saturday Bring the pup for the second annual Putts 4 Paws mini golf tournament from noon to 4 p.m. at Boondocks on Ramrod Key. Golf tournament tees off at 12:30 p.m. and includes prizes for first through third place, best costume, most spirited, and worst golfers. There will also be a costumed dog show, obstacle course, best trick competition, vendor booths, and raffles. To sign up to golf, call 305-743-4800.

HAYS BLINCKMANN/Keys Weekly 1. Volunteers Julio Torrado and Piper Smith greet the hundreds of kids as Easter Bunny helpers. 2. Little Skye Llera focuses on getting the egg to the end of the line. 3. Natalie Sweeting and son, Max DeLuna, celebrate new baby sister Harper’s first Key West event. 4. Debbie Swift Batty with father, Ed Swift, and daughter, Avery, show Easter is still for every generation. 5. There were lots of hugs for the Easter bunny, especially from Dylan Garvey. 6. Nick Norman and his guitar keep the little ones moving on the dance floor.

Community Foundation offers leadership course Register now for the Community Foundation’s 2017 Leadership Success Academy taking place on April 26, and May 24 from 1 to 5 p.m. at the Hyatt Place Faro Blanco Resort in Marathon. Cost is $25 per person for each session. For more information on the programs, visit cffk.org.

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Autism workshops offered throughout Keys April is Autism Awareness Month and the Autism Society of the Keys is offering free informational and support meetings to parents or anyone affected by or interested in autism. A workshop is scheduled on Tuesday, April 11 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at Grace Lutheran Church, 2713 Flagler Ave, Key West. Additional Key West meetings at the same location will be on July 11 and October 10. In Marathon, there will be workshops on May 9, Aug. 8 and Nov. 14 at Courtyard Marriott Hotel. In Tavernier, workshops will be June 13, Sept. 12, and Dec. 12 at 156 Pueblo St. For more information, call 305-942-5172 or email autismsocietyofthekeys@gmail.com.

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EASTER EVENTS Egg hunts and parties scheduled in the Keys Easter is “late” this year — not until Sunday, April 16. But events are planned for this weekend and next. —Weekly Staff report

Bayshore Manor residents pitch in for Easter Bunny Residents of Monroe County’s Bayshore Manor assisted living facility on Stock Island help the Easter Bunny by stuffing hundreds of eggs for the annual Easter Egg Hunt. There will be three hunts, for different age groups, part of Migration Mania on Saturday, April 8, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Key West Tropical Forest and Botanical Gardens. TRISH BARKER, BAYSHORE MANOR/Contributed

BIG PINE & THE LOWER KEYS • Friday to Sunday, April 14-16: The Vineyard Community Church makes a weekend out of the holiday, with a Good Friday Concert, a Holy Saturday Beach BBQ at Bahia Honda and a sunrise Easter Celebration Service. 100 Country Road, Big Pine Key, 305-872-3404. • Saturday, April 15: Eggs and the Bunny can be found at Blue Heron Park for the 18th annual Big Pine Key Easter event. Kids search and complete for prizes in three age categories: 3 and under, 4 to 6 and 7 to 10. Saturday, 9 a.m., Lytton’s Way. • Sunday, April 16: Big Coppitt Volunteer Fire Department easter egg hunt from noon to 3 p.m. at Station 9, MM 10.5 bayside. Includes petting zoo, plenty of easter eggs, candy, coloring books and young guests can sit in tanker truck and help put out a fire.

KEY WEST • Saturday, April 8: Join birds, lizards and other critters for Migration Mania & the Great Egg Hunt at the Key West Tropical Forest & Botanical Gardens. Age groups compete to find eggs filled with prizes, then play games, tumble in the bounce house, make arts and crafts, and of course explore the wilderness. Butterflies from the Butterfly Conservatory and Nancy Forrester’s exotic birds will be on hand, as will a “selfie” costume corner. Parents stay entertained with a native plant sale and refreshments. Saturday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., 5210 College Road, Stock Island, 305-296-1504. • Sunday, April 9: Join the Sheriff’s Office this Sunday, April 9, 1 to 3 p.m., for the annual Easter on the Animal Farm celebration. The Easter Bunny will be available for photos. A giant Easter egg hunt starts at 1 p.m. with a separate egg hunting area set up for very young children. Make sure to bring an Easter basket to hold all the goodies! There will also be music, face painting, Home Depot will be there with an arts and crafts booth and, of course, you can visit with all the animals at the farm.

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HEMINGWAY IN CUBA Through May 4 SALT gallery

CANCER FUNDRAISERS April 8-9 Key West Yacht Club and Bayview Park

MUSEUMS & ME Saturday, April 15, 10 a.m. Oldest House

DINNER AND DRAG Wednesday, April 26, 6 p.m. La te da

A rare portfolio of images by Cuba’s master photographer Raúl Corrales who documented Ernest Hemingway as he wrote “The Old Man and the Sea,” in Cojimar, Cuba. One of Fidel Castro’s official photographers following his rise to power in 1959, Corrales worked as director for 25 years in Cuba’s Office of Historical Affairs, retiring in 1991. He died in April 2006. The gallery, 830 Fleming St., is open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily.

Suzanne Moore hosts her fifth annual Purse and Jewelry Auction to benefit both American Cancer Society’s Making Strides Against Cancer and The Cancer Foundation of the Florida Keys, on Saturday, April 8, from 3 to 6 p.m. At Bayview Park on Sunday, April 9 at 8 a.m., Island City Tennis will host a tennis tournament for all levels both male and female. The entry fee is $30 and all proceeds go to the Cancer Foundation of the Florida Keys.

Young children and their parents have an opportunity to learn more about their cultural heritage through the efforts of the Key West Art & Historical Society with a series of museum programs tailored just for them. On Saturday, April 15th from 10 to 11:30 a.m., the two organizations will offer a morning of bubble play on the Oldest House lawn, 322 Duval St. Sessions are free for members and $5 for nonmembers. For more information, visit kwahs.org/education.

Forty ticket holders will experience a four-course culinary adventure at La te da, 1125 Duval St., followed by a one-man all-live female impersonation extravaganza presented by Tracey Towers (aka Trey Forsyth) who will perform hits by artists such as Shirley Bassey, Adele, Amy Winehouse, Miley Cyrus and Hedwig. Proceeds from the dinner, after-dinner entertainment and a silent auction will benefit a fund to purchase and donate new equipment for the Key West Police Department Mounted Patrol Unit horses.

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Helen Bursa, below right, is about to win first place in the Women’s Master Division of the 7 Mile Bridge Run this past weekend in the Middle Keys. The Big Pine Key native is flanked by Southernmost Runner’s Don Nelson.

7 Mile Bridge Run Kids from Montessori compete

Coach Kelly Jane, right, warms up with some of the Montessori running girls before the shotgun start of the 36th annual 7 Mile Bridge Run. The girls included Marie Daley Willy, Caylaa Makimaa, who placed first in the 9-12 age group, and Bela Barr, who placed second in the 9-12 age group. / Photo: KRISTEN LIVENGOOD/Keys Weekly

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Honoring Key West’s philanthropists 2017 Partners in Paradise awards

he Community Foundation of The Florida Keys presented its 2017 Partners in Paradise awards on April 2 at Sidebar Key West. Active foundation members came together to honor individuals who go above and beyond in our community. This year’s recipients were John Padget of Take Stock In Children; Carmelo Vitale and Carolyn Sullivan, owners of The Bottlecap Lounge; and Tom Callahan from Star of the Sea Outreach Mission. Board Chair Roger Heinen honored everyone by saying, “All of us emphasize the importance of partnership by working together on issues facing our community.” —Weekly Staff report

HAYS BLINCKMANN/Keys Weekly 1. Delaney Smith, left, Raniya Harris, Elina Sweeting-Hodek and Julia Baeder from the Bahama Village Music School of Rock kick off the festivities with a little ‘Sweet Home Alabama.’ 2. Kimball Ingram, owner of Sidebar, hosts the fabulous brunch with Foundation Vice Chair and father Michael Ingram. 3. Dianna Sutton presents Carolyn Sullivan and Carmelo Vitale (not pictured) an award for their business the Bottlecap Loung. The Bottlecap has hosted a record 500 nonprofit events and raised over $500,000 for our community in the past decade, but as Sullivan humbly joked, “We’re just the Bottlecap, what are we doing here?”

4. Executive Director Thomas Callahan of Star of the Sea Outreach Mission is cheered by Rosi Ware as he heads up to receive the Outstanding Non-Profit award. SOS serves more than a half-million meals each year and provides over 1.8 million pounds of food to 9,000 homeless and low-income individuals annually. 5. Ginger King and Rene Romo have a little champagne toast before the ceremony. 6. Chairman of the foundation, Roger Heinen, called John Padget ‘an obvious choice,’ with president and CEO Dianna Sutton, as they award the education advocate and businessman as Outstanding Individual for his influential work with Take Stock In Children.

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ave you ever seen the inside of the old jail (or the new one), or watched someone be extracted from a crushed car, looked inside Trauma Star and military aircraft, seen how cute airboat drivers are in Everglades City (I mean know why the Everglades are so important to the Keys), been to the residentsonly parts of Ocean Reef, or seen the inside — alllllll the way inside — of the Monroe County medical examiner’s office? Well, I hadn’t until Leadership Monroe County, but more importantly, I got to do these things with 21 of my new best friends. Last weekend, at 6.5 miles into the 7 Mile Bridge Run, I realized exactly how the past seven months of leadership sessions have paid off. I needed to know — for reasons — someone in a KRISTEN of authorLIVENGOOD position ity and that person, thank goodness, I is a Marathon High School and happened to know USF grad, mom of through Leadership. two beautiful little Leadership girls, and wife to Monroe County’s some cute guy mission is buildshe met in a bar. She enjoys being ing relationships a social busy bee, for constructive red wine, running alliances among (very, very slowly), Florida Keys leaders and spearfishing. – how I got in, I have no idea – to work toward long-term goals for the betterment of Monroe County. The 22 of us began our seven-month journey by selling “Arabic oil” to each other. We brawled over prices, learned about tourism, and then brawled again while hunting down “pinky,” the highly sought-after scavenger-hunt flamingo. I learned first hand that working together and helping each other out is always the better thing to do. We spent the weekend in Everglades City learning about its influences

Leadership Class 25 graduates this weekend in Key West after seven months of learning about the inner workings of the Monroe County. One of my favorite experiences was seeing the inside of the Ranger dive training facility with my new best friends Lindsey Ballard, Kate Bauer-Jones, Dammit Darrell Birkhimer, Mike Card, Wendy Coffman, Steve Cook, Theresa Faber, John Gallant, J.C. Holmes, Donatella Kelly, Chuck Licis, Chuck Lindsey, Barbara Neal, Derek Paul, Jennifer Powell, Jolynn Reynolds, Stuart Strickland, Lisa Thornhill, Angie Walterson, and Chris Todd-Young. CONTRIBUTED

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STATE OF ALABAMA In The Probate Court COUNTY OF MADISON Case No. 7748A IN THE MATTER OF THE ADOPTION PETITION OF: S. L. R. TO: BOBBY GENE RAY III OR KERSTIE NICOLE MEDLEY, OR ANY OTHER PERSON CLAIMING TO BE THE NATURAL FATHER OR NATURAL MOTHER OF A CHILD BORN TO KERSTIE NICOLE MEDLEY ON MARCH 30, 2016, OR ANY OTHER INTERESTED PARTY CLAIMING PARENTAL RIGHTS WITH

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RESPECT TO, A CHILD BORN TO KERSTIE NICOLE MEDLEY ON MARCH 30, 2016.

NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM.

PETITIONER’S NOTICE OF HEARING ALABAMA ADOPTION CODE 26-10A-17

All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE.

Please take notice that a petition for adoption in the above-styled matter has been filed in said Court by the Petitioner whose attorney is named below, and that the 11th day of May, 2017, at 2:00 pm, has been set for a hearing on the same in said Court in the City of Huntsville, Alabama. Please be advised that if you intend to contest this adoption, you must file a written response within thirty (30) days hereof with the attorney for the Petitioner, whose name and address is shown below and with the Clerk of the said Probate Court. A copy of the Petition is not attached to this notice as provided in Ala. Code 26-10A-17(b). DONE this 4 day of April, 2017. th

Attorney for Petitioner: Tina R. McDonald 101 North Side Square Huntsville, AL 35801 Judge of Probate: Hon. Tommy Ragland Office of the Judge of Probate Madison County Courthouse 100 North Side Square Huntsville, AL 35801 Publish: April 7, April 14, April 21, and April 28, 2017 The Weekly Newspapers IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION FILE NO.: 17-CP-17-M Middle Keys IN RE: ESTATE OF MICHAEL RAY FREEMAN, Deceased. NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the estate of Michael Ray Freeman, deceased, whose date of death was March 4, 2017, is pending in the Circuit Court for MONROE County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 3117 Overseas Highway, Marathon, Florida 33050. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below. All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS

ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. The date of first publication of this notice is: March 31, 2017. Personal Representative: Ronald B. Freeman 10455 Overseas Highway Marathon, Florida 33050 Attorney for Personal Representative: RICHARD E. WARNER Attorney Florida Bar Number: 283134 RICHARD E. WARNER, P.A. 12221 Overseas Highway Marathon, FLORIDA 33050

LEGAL NOTICES Telephone: (305) 7436022 Fax: (305) 743-6216 E-mail: richard@ rewarnerlaw.com Publish: March 31 & April 7, 2017 The Weekly Newspapers NOTICE TO PATIENTS OF JOHN CASSEL, M.D., P.A. All medical records for patients of John M. Cassel, M.D., deceased, will be disposed of or destroyed one (1) month from the last day of the fourth week of the publication of this notice, no later than May 16, 2017. His practice was located at 6141 Sunset Drive, Suite 100, South Miami, FL 33143. Dr. Cassel also practiced at The Medical Center at Ocean Reef, 50 Barracuda Lane, Key Largo, FL 33037. If you were a patient of Dr. Cassel’s practice, you may obtain your records by writing to Eduardo G. Barroso, M.D., P.A., the custodian of the practice’s medical records, 6141 Sunset Drive, Suite 100, South Miami, FL 33143, prior to May 16, 2017. Publish: March 17, March 24, March 31 and April 7, 2017 The Weekly Newspapers

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HIRING FOR THE FOLLOWING POSITIONS: Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Center - Domestic Violence Shelter Services Manager The Domestic Abuse Shelter (DAS), a crisis center for survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault, has an opening for a full-time Domestic Violence Shelter Services Manager. Candidates need to be willing to work a varied schedule that could include nights, weekends, and rotating holidays to ensure coverage of the 24-hour emergency shelter facilities. Responsibilities include the day to day supervision and management of DAS residential facilities. The Domestic Violence Shelter Services Manager possesses at minimum, a Bachelor’s Degree and two years of experience providing direct services for survivors of domestic violence, or high school/equivalency and four years providing direct services for survivors of domestic violence. Two years of successful supervisory experience in a domestic violence and/or sexual assault agency is required. The candidate will have knowledge of the root causes of violence against women and oppressed groups, proven experience training staff, and excellent organizational skills. Those who identify as survivors of violence or abuse are encouraged to apply. This position is based in Monroe County in the Florida Keys. To apply, please send required: Cover letter, resume, salary requirements and three references to slschwab@fldas.org Domestic Abuse Shelter is an equal opportunity employer and encourages candidates from diverse populations to apply. If accommodation is needed in order to participate in the application process, please email us at slschwab@fldas.org

Domestic Violence Advocates The Domestic Abuse Shelter has opening for FT and PT advocates. Advocates provide coverage of 24-hour shelter and hotline, advocacy in criminal and civil justice systems, and safety planning with survivors of domestic violence. Candidates will work varied shifts and should have experience in social service related field. Those who identify as survivors of violence or abuse are encouraged to apply. This position is based in Monroe County in the Florida Keys. To apply, please send required: Cover letter, resume, salary requirements and three references to slschwab@fldas.org Domestic Abuse Shelter is an equal opportunity employer and encourages candidates from diverse populations to apply. If accommodation is needed in order to participate in the application process, please email us at slschwab@fldas.org

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Management positions @ Fairvilla's Sexy Things (524 Front Street, Key West Florida 33040) Applicants must be open minded & personable with the ability to lead others. Should enjoy interacting with customers, and be a responsible self-starter with computer skills & the ability to focus on details. Reply to this job posting by sending all of the following to Cherie@fairvilla.com: Letter of interest on the available position • Current resume & your availability & include your favorite joke PLEASE NOTE: Emails that only include a resume without a letter of interest will NOT be considered. • Applicants must be 18 years of age or older.

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ENGRAVE & PAVE THE WAY!

BUY-A-BRICK and help furnish the new FLORIDA KEYS ANIMAL SHELTER

HERE IS YOUR CHANCE TO PARTICIPATE! • EVERY BRICK YOU BUY will help us to purchase the needed equipment to make the FKSPCA Animal Shelter a facility that we can all be proud of! • WE HAVE RAISED $7.7 MILLION and can start building a new shelter now! • BUT WE NEED AN ADDITIONAL $1 MILLION for the necessary new fixtures, furnishings and equipment…everything from a washing machine and a generator to cat colony rooms and dog play yards. • HONOR A BELOVED PET, family member or someone special with a personalized brick • CREATE A PERMANENT MEMORY and customize it with a message or dedication of your choice. • AN EASY & AFFORDABLE WAY for EVERYONE to be a part of constructing the new Animal Shelter • A GREAT GIFT IDEA for holidays, birthdays or any special occasion! • CONTACT TAMMY FOX @ 305-294-4857 or email her @ Info@FKSPCA.org to find out about other ways you can help.

YES! I WANT TO HELP FURNISH THE NEW FKSPCA ANIMAL SHELTER BY BUYING A BRICK… • All bricks will have a permanent home on the entrance path to the new FKSPCA Animal Shelter • Each 4”x8” engraved brick includes 3 lines of lettering with a maximum of 18 characters per line • I would like to order_____ bricks @ $250.00 each (Total - $_________________) • I am enclosing a check for $______________________ (Please make checks payable to the FKSPCA Brick Campaign) • Charge my: Visa MasterCard American Express Account Number:____________________________________________________________________ Name on Card:_______________ Expiration Date:________________________________________ Address:____________________________________________________________________________ Telephone:________________ Email:___________________________________________________

THE ANIMALS THANK YOU for helping to furnish their new Animal Shelter! Please return this form with your check or credit card information to: FKSPCA, 5320 College Road, Key West, FL 33040 All engravings are subject to the approval of the FKSPCA. All text will be centered on the brick unless specified otherwise. For additional bricks, please photocopy this form. Additional order forms are available online at FKSPCA.org/Bricks The Florida Keys SPCA, Inc. is a non-profit 501(c)3 corporation, ID#65 0891564. A copy of the official registration and financial information may be obtained from the Division of Consumer Services by calling toll free 1-800-435-7352 within the state. Registration does not imply endorsement, approval or recommendation by the state.