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ayoral candidates, mayoral candidates everywhere, how many now?

12? 13? Admittedly, we have kind of lost track, but here’s the milliondollar question, how to pick one out of a dozen? Will it matter if they were born here? Have a business? Retired? Republican or Democrat?

Held office before? So many questions, so little time to decipher the differences; so we asked locals…

What will be the deal breaker when you vote for mayor?

“Business acumen,” said Don Dotzauer.

“It’s a requirement for me they have some business sense.”

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“If they can hang with me drinking,” said Ron Rouse. “Scary thing is, a lot of them would pass that test.”

“If they have never been in office before, that would make a difference,” said Janine Seibert. “And they need to have a lot of common sense about how to actually get things done.”

“It’s not Key West,” Former Mayor Wilhelmina Harvey might have said, “it’s the Conch Republic. Mistake number one.”

“Please, no hidden agendas,” said Tommy Ryan. “It can’t seem to benefit you personally to win office.” (Ryan is running for County Commission District 2.)

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MONROE COUNTY

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MORE CANDIDATES FILE FOR COUNTY OFFICE Tashjian, McCall, Halama announce bid for seats SARA MATTHIS

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he Supervisor of Elections office is a busy place. In the last week, three new candidates have announced their intention to run for county office.

Monroe County Commission has two seats that will be decided in the next election in November. District 4 incumbent David Rice (R) faces Vicki Tashjian (NPA – no party affiliation). The District 2 seat, being vacated by George Neugent who has announced a run for Marathon Council, is being sought by Michelle Coldiron (R), Debbie Halama (R), Eleanor McAdams (NPA), Thomas “Tommy” Ryan (D), and Charles Weitzel (R). BOCC candidates must live in a certain geographical area to be eligible to run, but are elected countywide.

Rice has served two consecutive terms on the BOCC, and also another term from 2002 to 2006. He is currently the county mayor.

He said it’s not a case of unfinished business. “There are still a lot of

challenges facing this county,” Rice said. Most important, Rice said, is the “build out” of the Keys coming in 2023 and the possible “takings” David Rice lawsuits filed by landowners who will no longer have the ability to build on their lots.

“I won’t be a part of the commission in 2023, but the scene will be set by this commission for what we will face,” he said, adding that the cost of legal fees and reparations might go as high as $350 million.

Rice was instrumental in advancing the Trauma Star initiative in Monroe County. He founded the Guidance Clinic of the Middle Keys in 1973.

Although retired, he still consults with the agency on occasion.

Rice faces political newcomer but longtime resident Vicki Tashjian, who declared on April 27. The Marathon resident said she’s dabbled on the

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“I’ve been involved in others’ campaigns, sat on some committees and worked on charitable causes like the Elks, Relay for Life, Coralhead Music Festival and Marathon in Action,” Tashjian said.

Her three main issues are hurricane readiness, the economic-environmental landscape of the Florida Keys and housing.

“We’ve made some progress on the re-entry issue, but we need different plans for the different islands,” she said.

“And we need to keep watching Turkey Point [Nuclear Generating Station].”

Tashjian said speed is of the essence when it comes to housing.

“I think things are going in the right direction with philanthropists purchasing land,” she said. “But can the county come into play to make it happen faster?”

While it’s just Rice and Tashjian facing off in the District 4 race, the field is swelling in the District 2 race. There are five candidates vying for the seat — the most recent to announce are Debbie Halama (NPA) and Eleanor McAdams (NPA). (For previous candidate coverage, please see keysweekly.com.)

McAdams is a longtime resident, as well, who lives on Little Torch.

She works for an insurance agency and said she understands the Eleanor McAdams role of service. She challenged George Neugent in 2014 and collected 41.58 percent of the vote. She said she’s motivated to run to represent Lower Keys voters.

“There’s a lack of representation for my district. We don’t ask for much.

But I don’t think we get heard,” she said. “We do not think alike. No island is like the other island.”

Her issues, she said, are watching the quality of the Keys’ water supply and wasteful spending.

“I think we need to get more people involved in the community,” she said.

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SUMMER CAMPS

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ACTIVITIES GALORE CAMPS OFFER SOMETHING FOR KIDS OF ALL AGES

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he school year is winding down and summer looms on the horizon. From art to sailing to sports, activities are bountiful through August. Here is information to help parents and kids come up with a summer plan.

COAST CAMP Five one-week camps from June 11 through July 20. For ages 6-12.

COAST Camps offer children the ability to explore and experience Key West through a series of outdoor adventures and lessons integrated into games and guided tours. The programs are completely analog and offer children the chance to do everything from climb trees and wade in tide pools to skateboard and learn about boating safety and survival. Two recently updated and different programs are offered and take place in Old Town. Cost $295/ week. coastprojects.com.

FKCC 2018 SUMMER CAMPS AND DATES: FKCC Summer Adventure Camps run Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Costs and dates for each camp vary.

For more info, fkcc.edu/summercamps or 305-296-9081.

• ART CAMP: Stories of the Reef $175, Ages 7-11, July 2 – 6. Discover your artistic capabilities while creating paintings, stories, and sculptures! Campers will also learn about the local coral reef and the sea creatures that call it home.

• ART CAMP: Teen Studio - $175 Ages 12 – 17, July 9 – 13. Put your artistic abilities to the test and perfect your drawing and painting skills. Campers will learn about scale, perspective, and more by using a variety of media.

• BOATING SAFETY –$200, Ages 12 – 17, July 16 – 20. Calling all future Captains! Campers will learn the basics of boating safety in addition to basic engine maintenance in this camp. Geared towards teens, this camp will cover knot tying, safety equipment, navigation, and charting in the classroom and during excursions.

• CODE BREAKERS - $225, Ages 7-11, July 2 – 6. Discover the basics of computer programming, coding, and design using a Raspberry Pi2.

Campers will build and take home their own tiny computer capable of internet surfing, playing games, and more.

• COOKING AND CREATING $225, Ages 7 – 11 on June 11 – 15 and ages 12 – 17 on August 6 – 10.

Discover your creative and culinary sides while making “green” crafts and simple, yummy recipes. Campers will also learn about dining etiquette, hospitality, and healthy nutrition. A tour on the trolley rounds out this hands-on experience.

• ECO ADVENTURES -$175, Ages 7-11 on July 9 - 13, July 16 - 20, and August 6 – 10 and ages 12- 17 on June 4 – 8. Campers will learn about conservation, sustainability, and restoration through hands-on interactions with the environment.

Campers will try scuba diving, go snorkeling and kayaking and learn how to catch and identify common fish of the Florida Keys.

• FUTURE HEROES - $175, Ages 7-11, June 11-15 and July 23–27.

Explore a variety of public safety careers like EMT, firefighter, nurse, and police officer. Campers will participate in a simulated investigation, learn CPR, and take tours and organizations that serve and protect us.

• JR. LIFEGUARD - $175, Ages 12 – 17, June 18–22. Learn water safety and gain practical swimming, water rescue, and lifesaving skills.

Future lifeguards will learn first aid, how to use an AED, and prepare for American Red Cross CPR certification. This program does not lead to a lifeguard certification.

• JR. TROPICAL FISH HOBBYIST Campers will learn about raising marine ornamental fish. They will investigate live feeds, water quality, and basic tank maintenance.

Campers will get to build and take home their own aquarium! $225, Ages 7-11 on June 18 – 22 and ages 12-17 on June 11–15.

• SCUBA ADVENTURES - $450, Ages 12-17, July 2-6. Safely study the techniques of scuba diving under the guidance of professional dive instructors. Campers may earn their own PADI scuba certification.

• ADVANCED SCUBA ADVENTURES - $475, Ages 12-17, July 23 – 27. Safely study the techniques of advanced scuba diving under the guidance of professional dive instructors. Campers may earn their own PADI Jr. Adventure Diver certification.

• MORE THAN MONEY – $175, Ages 7-11, June 25 – 29. Calling all future tycoons. Campers will use their imagination to explore possible business ventures and identify personal skills and interests to help them become the business leaders of tomorrow.

• SCHOOL’S OUT! - $175, Ages 7-11, June 4 - 8, July 16 - 20, and July 30 – Aug. 3. Get ready for a week of non-stop action and fun at FKCC! Campers will participate in a variety of activities including swimming, snorkeling, field day games, and arts and crafts! Local field trips round out this adventure.

• YOUNG WRITERS INSTITUTE – $175, Ages 12-17, July 30 – Aug. 3.

Put your mind and imagination to work. Campers will learn the craft of writing fiction, poetry, drama, and short stories.

ARTCAMP! 2018 One-week camps starting June 4 through Aug. 3, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., ages 5-14. Teen Camp, ages 12-16.

Camp themes include claymation, mind crafts, pirate camp, sand sculpting, wreckers camp, maskmaking, beats camp, theater camp, medieval camp, cinema camp, and Picasso camp. Campers will also have the experience of exploring Fort East Martello. Each week will have auxiliary activities and excursions pertaining to the specific sessions, including field trips to local museums, nearby beaches and gardens. $200 members/week $225 non-members/week includes lunch. kwahs.org/education/artcamp2018 PARADISE TENNIS June 4-July 18 on Monday, Wednesday and Friday. 8 to 10 a.m. for 11 and older, 10 a.m. to noon or 5-10 year olds. Tennis drills, fun games, fitness and match play. $150 for six classes or $30 per class. paradisetennisflkeys@gmail.com or 305-395-1035.

BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB Key West and Big Pine Key One-week camps June 5 through Aug. 14, (closed on July 4, and week of July 16-20), 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Friday, ages 5 and older. Activities include sports, swimming, movies, pool, beaches, bowling, dance, theater and music. $95/week (siblings are half price), children 13 and over are free. Fee includes breakfast, snack, lunch and field trips. 305296-2258.

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LOWER KEYS GOLF ASSOCIATION One Week, June 4-8 Group 1 ages 6-10, 8:30 -9:30 a.m.; Group 2 ages 11- 15, 10 - 11 a.m. Kids learn golf swings and putting on a real course. $70/single/$120 family of 2/$155 family of 3, includes membership after completing the course. Sign up at Key West Golf Club Pro Shop or 305-294-5232.

KEY WEST SAILING CAMP Ten one-week camps June 11 through Aug. 17, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. for 6-17 year olds. All different skill levels learn sailing and racing on a variety of boats including Opti prams, Hobie Waves, Sunfish, Lasers and 420s depending on age group. $250/week. Register at keywestsailingcenter.org.

REEF RELIEF’S CORAL CAMP Nine one-week camps, June 4 through Aug. 10, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m, ages 6-12. Activities include science and art projects in addition to exciting field trips around Key West. Campers also experience four days of snorkeling: one day practicing their snorkeling skills at the beach, one day in the seagrass beds and sponge gardens, and two days snorkeling at the reef. $225 per week or $200 per week for multiple weeks or registering with siblings, limited scholarships available. Call Reef Relief at 305-294-3100 or email reefrelief@ gmail.com.

CAMP BRAVO June 11 through July 7. Weekdays, noon to 5 p.m. Robin Kaplan’s Camp Bravo activities include stagecraft, theater skills, drama and singing. The program will culminate in live performances of Suessical, Jr. July 6 and July 7 at The Waterfront Playhouse. $1,000 per camper, offering partial scholarships based on need. keyscommunityschoolofthearts.org or 305-393-3001.

ST. MARY’S BASILICA SCHOOL Eight one-week camps, June 12 through Aug. 3, 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., ages PK3-grade 6. Activities include weekly themes, field trips, activities and loads of fun $30/ per day includes lunch, shirts, field trips. Two athletic camps: soccer and baseball from 8 to 11:30 a.m. $100 per week, dates will be posted on website: basilicaschoolkeywest.com.

ISLAND GROOVE DANCE CAMPS in BIG PINE KEY • Kick off Camp - June 6-8 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. for ages 5 – 18.

Dance, tumble, crafts, music, movies and more. No prior dance experience needed. $225 per week.

• Descendants Dance Camp – July 9 though July 13 from 9 a.m. for 4 p.m. for ages 5 -18. $225 per week.

• Back to School Groove Camp – Aug. 6 – 10, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Explore the basics of hip hop, tumbling, and musical theater for kindergarten through 8th grade. $225 per week.

• Fantasy Dance Camp – June 1115, 9 a.m. to noon. Ages 3-6. $130/ week.

• Tumble Circus - July 30 – Aug. 3 from 9 a.m. to noon. Ages 3-6.

Daily activities include acrobatics tumbling, dance, games, music and crafts. A short performance will conclude on the last day. $130/ week. info@islandgrovedance.com or 305-509-3115.

KEY WEST SPORTS ACADEMY Ten one-week camps June 4-Aug. 17 Monday-Friday 8 a.m. -4 p.m.

Ages 5-12. Weekly themes with obstacle courses, games, arts and crafts, and more. Themes vary from ninja camp, Frozen dance camp, Moana camp, princess camp, rock and roll summer camp, and more. Prices vary. Half-day camps also available for morning and afternoon sessions. For more information, keywestsportsacademy.com SUMMER ART SCHOOL THE STUDIOS OF KEY WEST Five one-week sessions include June 11-15 (Drama Club), June 1822 (Art School), June 25-29 (Mixed Media Experimentation), July 9-13 (Pirate Adventures), July 16-20 (Nature Explorers), July 23-27 (Old Masters, New Masters). 9 a.m.- 3 p.m. ages 10-14. Enthusiastic teachers and fun activities make for a fantastic hands-on week of learning. $265/$240 members/ week. Daily healthy lunch included. Contact www.tskw.org

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ver wanted to learn how to code, try out scuba, learn about writing or money, become a lifeguard, learn culinary crafts? Mom and Dad, this isn’t for you, it’s for the kids! If you are a kid on summer break, you could have the chance to learn these things and more at one of 14 camps Florida Keys Community College is offering this summer.

Colton, 10, and brother Bryce, 8, can’t wait for this summer. As a military family who moved to Key West from New Mexico last summer, mom Alicia Palmer said it was the first thing she looked up while relocating.

“We didn’t know what life was going to be like here,” she said.

“The camps helped give the boys something to do.”

Colton took on the eco-adventure camp that Florida Keys Community College offers. He learned about the local reefs and ocean, fish and more. “We got to try out scuba diving, that was my favorite,” he said. They also went fishing.

Although they only caught one fish, he still had a blast. Bryce, who was too young last year, is already enrolled for this year.

Last year, Bryce did take the coding camp – and even brought home a Raspberry Pi computer he programmed himself. He is most looking forward to the tropical fish hobbyist camp, too. “I couldn’t bring a fish home last year because we just moved in, but I can this year,” he said, thinking of names he would come up with for his clownfish.

The camps allow kids to tap into their creative side and explore creative talents, explore careers, expand academic interests, develop technical skills, and, of course, make new friends.

“As the community’s college, we aim to offer a variety of high-quality, fun, and affordable educational opportunities for the younger members of our community (and their parents too),” said Amber Ernst-Leonard, the college’s director of public relations. “Our camps are relevant to kids living in the Keys; they can learn about many water-related topics like the marine ecosystem, boating, scuba diving, and swimming skills. They can also explore careers in business, healthcare, and public safety, and they can practice skills in art, cooking, writing, and computing.”

See page 6 for a full list of FKCC camps, or visit visit fkcc.edu/community/summer-camp/, call 305296-9081 or email summercamps@ fkcc.edu.

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WEEKLY INTERVIEW

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y l l a u t c a s i Life t e r a aCab THE REAL CHRISTOPHER PETERSON

y voice was discovered coming out of the womb; supposedly I shattered the windows in the hospital.” It’s hard not to be charmed by performer Christopher Peterson. From the biting wit to the incredible voice, Peterson has earned fame the right way, through talent and great fashion sense.

While dressed in drag, he has portrayed more than a dozen iconic women of theater and film, dubbed his “Eyecons”, and in doing so, become an icon himself. The Canadianborn actor hit it big at home, winning a Dora Mavor Moore Award in 1995 for Best Male Performance in a play, a Canadian Tony. He then moved on to Hollywood, appearing in the award-winning documentary “We’re Funny That Way”, which detailed the first gay and lesbian comedy festival in Canada and was featured as “a Lucille Ball” in “Rat Race,” starring Cuba Gooding, Jr..

But forget LA; Peterson takes center stage in Key West. “I stay here because La Te Da built me a showroom to work in 2000 and this place has felt like family the first day I started working,” said Peterson. And opening this week, he will star in the Waterfront Playhouse’s production “The Legend of Georgia McBride,” a comedy seemingly created for his talent. But really, any and every production with Peterson is worth more than the price of admission.

Full Name? Christopher Peterson Do people recognize you when not in character? Very few people know it’s me out of drag unless you’re a friend. I like to have a little fun after the show by hanging out at the bar, out of drag, and ask the audience what they thought of the show. Most of the time it’s positive but every once and a while, they say “It was OK,” and I say, “Oh I’m sorry, by the way I’m Christopher Peterson!”

Do you have a life credo or motto? Do what you love and, if you can’t, at least make money!

What was the first musical that you watched and loved? “Funny Girl” with Barbra Streisand. I thought I had seen GOD and if you have ever met her, it’s close.

What’s on your bucket list? The Orient Express, but costing 15,000 euro a night, I think the bucket is going to be cheaper.

What is your idea of perfect happiness?

Spending the night at home with hubby and the dog watching a movie, drinking Veuve Clicquot.

What is it that you most dislike? People who are condescending.

Which is your favorite “Eyecon” you portray? They are like children; each one gives me something different to perform on stage.

What is the trait you most deplore in yourself? A bit of a quick temper. NO, wait, procrastination. NO BITCH, IT’S ANGER! Name three things you could not live without? My husband, my dog and family and friends.

If invisible, what would you do? It’s illegal!

But Tom Brady blo*job is a start.

Favorite guilty pleasure? It’s illegal! But Tom Brady blo*job is a start. (So good he said it twice.)

If not show business, what job would you secretly love to have? Costume or fashion designer; maybe a chef too. Oh no, porn star; YES definitely a porn star!

What ’s your prescription for staying young? Surgery.

Lunch with one famous person, whom would you choose? Trump, having tea and arsenic.

Finish these sentences..

My friends and family would describe me as … generous.

My autobiography would be titled … Life is a Drag, then you DIE! I can never refuse … Mother always said never refuse to help people in need or a line of cocaine.

When I go, I will go … Like Elsie…’cause life is a Cabaret!

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Keys students to travel abroad with EIL program

Canoeing down the Dong Nai River in Vietnam, learning about anime in Japan, and volunteering at an orphanage in South Africa are some of the unique experiences three different Florida Keys students will have this summer.

Out of 450 essay submissions from Monroe County students to the Experiment in International Living, a nationwide cross-cultural program, 37 from Monroe County will travel abroad.

“We have a long-standing partnership with Monroe County,” said Heather Beard, director of admissions and financial aid.

In their essays, students had to identify a global BERKLEY WOLGAMOTT – JAPAN Coral Shores High School Area of study: anime and manga “The culture in Japan really fascinates me and I just want the experience of leaving the country and seeing somewhere else,” said Coral Shores High junior Berkley Wolgamott.

For a month, she’ll be learning about anime and manga, two forms of art unique to Japan.

“For the first part, we’re going to be taking college courses.

We’ll learn how to animate and draw and how the process is done in Tokyo, so we’ll be able to see around the city. That’s the first two weeks.”

For the second two weeks, she’ll stay with a host family outside Tokyo and is looking forward to learning about everyday life and culture.

“I’m just really interested in anime. It started when I was around 11, and I’m more into American cartoons but anime is definitely a big inspiration because it shows animation can be serious.”

issue and write about it, such as climate change or racism, and describe how they would make a difference in Monroe County if selected as a global leader. Thirtyseven students received scholarships and are traveling abroad. Those who are not traveling will do other projects in the Keys.

“We are still accepting students into our summer programs,” Beard said. Visit www.experiment.org to apply.

HANNAH ZIELS – SOUTH AFRICA Marathon High School Area of study: leadership and social change “I didn’t want to just go and take a free vacation and eat my way around. I wanted to go and help,” said Marathon High School junior

Hannah Ziels.

For five weeks, starting in early July, she’ll be in South Africa and wants to take from her travels an eye-opening experience to “realize how lucky I am to live where I do live and not take for granted what I have now.”

First, Ziels will fly into Cape Town and stay with a host family for 10 to 15 days.

For the final weeks, she’ll be in Johannesburg doing community service projects.

“I really love meeting new people and I feel like I can bring the knowledge I know from living in a small town,” she said.

As for her focus, leadership and social change, she said it’s important that people educate themselves about life in other parts of the world.

JEFFLYNE DESILME – VIETNAM Key West High School Area of study: ecology and conservation Key West High School junior Jefflyne Desilme wants to learn about “current challenges to the natural environments” in Vietnam.

For a month, she’ll explore mangrove forests, do community service projects, see some of the country’s white sand beaches and even canoe down the Dong Nai River.

She said her witty personality and ease of meeting new people will help represent the EIL program.

“I believe it is an important characteristic to have new experiences.

Also, my experiences from living in Haiti and in the Keys are completely different,” she said.

For example, Desilme said she had to adjust from farming for food to shopping at Publix.

“This will help me adjust to the different cultures and lifestyle in Vietnam,” she said.

As for her area of study, Desilme said she chose it because “not everyone thinks about what our daily activities are doing to our terrestrial and aquatic biomes.”

“I want to go to Vietnam and discover the threats to their natural environment and the steps they have taken to prevent future damages,” she said. “I want to bring all that I will learn back to the Keys and make a difference; one person CAN make a difference.”

EIL scholarship winners Coral Shores High School: Tara Amador: Argentina Cresaria Del Pino: The Netherlands Natalie Dixon: Thailand Cara Erickson: Tanzania Peyton Kerry: Ecuador Zybo Marchetti: Costa Rica Shannon McCormick: Vietnam Rachel Medina: Spain Hailey Pacyna: France Valente Reynoso-Heaton: Mongolia Berkley Wolgamott: Japan Alison Woltanski: Tanzania EIL scholarship winners Key West High School: Weedmide Alexandre: Morocco Ciara Barrett: Tanzania Meghan Barter: South Africa Aneisy Betancourt-Marrero: Brazil Nicolas Concepcion: Argentina Daniel Davila: Tanzania Jefflyne Desilme: Vietnam Eileen Ellington: The Netherlands Madilyn Flores: Japan Daniel Gvili: Spain Margaret Iarrobino: Costa Rica Erik Jutte: Italy Sydney MacDougall: Thailand Jessica Nitti: Spain Marionica Noel: India Adreanna Otero: Spain Harrison Simmons: United Kingdom Savannah Smith: Mongolia Linsey Wilkins: Germany Sarah Valdez: France EIL scholarship winners Marathon High School: Aydan Child: Costa Rica Coral Purcell: Japan Taquoia Walker: France Charles Williams Lopez: Japan Hannah Ziels: South Africa

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The former Harris School at 812 Southard St. in Key West. HAYS BLINCK-MANN/Keys Weekly

‘WE’RE NOT SURE WHAT’S GOING ON’ HAYS BLINCKMANN hays@keysweekly.com

How the Harris School has changed It’s a cautionary tale for all, about big decisions made by elected officials. Let’s go back 12 years to 2006, when the Monroe County School Board decided to sell the historic Harris School at 812 Southard St. to a private owner. Leading up to the decision was a contentious 2004 school board race, when John Padget, gubernatorially appointed school superintendent, lost the election to Randy Acevedo.

During his tenure, Padget facilitated a deal to sell the property to the Rodel Foundation for $6 million to create the now popular Studios of Key West. Rodel would have also contributed another $6 million toward renovation of 812 Southard, laden with asbestos and in disrepair. Long story short, the property would look very different than it does today if the newly elected officials had considered the outgoing superintendent’s plan more carefully.

Instead, in 2006, the school board voted against the Rodel

deal because the offer required the creation of affordable housing for teachers (seems terribly ironic now). While the housing market fluctuated in ’06, the school board accepted a private offer from owner Peter Brawn for $4.5 million – $1.5 million less – and a very different future began for the majestic property.

So what does the property look like today? Littered with scooters, a jet ski, a large Lu La Roe trailer, and work trucks, it’s used as a monthly parking lot, and just recently, a daily parking lot, as advertised by the large plywood, homemade signs decorating the lot. Owner Brawn was issued a business tax receipt permit in 2009 to operate a commercial parking lot, as well as a Property Management license. Essentially, the property has become a functioning inner city parking lot in the heart of Old Town. But all has not gone smoothly for Brawn, as the property has been cited multiple times for code violations. According to Code Compliance Director Jim Young, the property has been cited 39 times since 2000 (although Brawn took possession in ’06) and 19 times since 2013. The complaints include overgrown lots, operating unlicensed business,

trash and obstruction of traffic.

In May 2017, there was a formal code hearing for “Failure to cut overgrown weeds around subject property,” which was dismissed with no fines. And in April 2018, the city received complaints about business being conducted from a tractor trailer parked at the property. But the neighbors have much more to say about the old school than what’s on paper.

“We’re not sure what’s going on,” said resident Glen Kingsbury.

“I’ve seen more miscellaneous things in the past five years. I have seen sex acts in the parking lot, loitering, people coming in and out of the building day and night.”

There is no Certificate of Occupancy, meaning no one can live on the property, although the satellite dish atop the building could suggest otherwise.

“Neighbors did not have a problem with using it for huge event parking,” said Kingsbury, “but there was overnight parking, littering and dumping and we hope not other illegal activity.”

There is the misconception that the property is in Commissioner Jimmy Weekley’s district, but he is just a resident of the neighborhood. “I am constantly getting complaints about the school. It’s

not hard to tell there are derelict vehicles everywhere and to see the trash. At least we stopped the RV parking on the fields and got the commercial lot only to park on the blacktop pavement.”

The school is in Commissioner Clayton Lopez’s district, who said, “If residents spoke up enough, I would listen; it’s all our neighborhood and of course, I want to help.” The commercial parking license expires in September but a simple payment by Brawn will keep his business license operational. Lopez may be hearing from his constituents unless the property sells before then for its $15 million asking price.

“The African Kapok tree used to be one of the most photographed trees in town; now it is covered by weeds, seedlings and surrounded by scooters,” said resident Don Dotzauer. He would like to see the neighborhood maintained and kept beautiful, noting that many residents have spent a great deal of time renovating old properties surrounding the Harris School. “I don’t thrive on conflict, but we just want everyone to be good neighbors and just do the right thing.”

Brawn did not return a call seeking comment.

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May 4-6 • Papio Kinetic Sculpture and Art Bike Parade events, Key West.

Friday, May 4 • ‘Legally Blonde, The Musical, Jr.’ at 7 p.m. at Key West Theater.

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ohn Jacob Housman left Staten Island, New York, bound for the West Indies, in 1822. After his schooner William Henry struck the Florida Reef, he stopped at Key West for repairs and was introduced to the wrecking industry. By 1825, Captain Housman had been engaged in the wrecking industry for several years. He is remembered as a notorious Florida wrecker and not well liked in Key West as the events of September 1825 reveal. After word reached Key West of a salvage operation undertaken by Housman, Fielding A. Browne, who would become Key West’s second mayor, levied charges stating that Housman “defied the civil and military authorities of this place to proceed to Charleston to dispose of his cargo.”

Browne went so far as to compel Captain Brown of the U.S. revenue cutter Florida to chase Housman down and place him under arrest. Housman only heard of the charges after pulling into port at St. Augustine to declare his cargo. Salvaged goods could be taken to Key West or St. Augustine.

Housman fired back at Browne that he should “take another occasion to lay before the public, a history of the impartial and disinterested conduct of the gentlemen of many avocations at Key West, in their disposal of property falling under their control, and it will then be fairly understood whether there was more wisdom or folly in my giving preference to a decision at St. Augustine over one at Key West.” Brad Bertelli is curator of Keys History & Discovery Center. Painting of John Jacob Housman by John Wesley Jarvis.

Saturday, May 5 • Open auditions for Fringe Theater at 3 p.m. at St. Paul’s church, Key West.

• Papio Kinetic Sculpture Parade from 5 to 8 p.m. from Custom House, Key West.

Sunday, May 6 • “One Particular Harbour” concert with Howard Livingston benefiting Boys and Girls Club from 5 to 8 p.m. at Margaritaville, Key West.

• Key West Poetry Guild monthly open mic at 7 p.m. at Key West library.

Monday, May 7 • Master Gardeners plant clinic from 9 a.m. to noon at The Gato Building, Key West.

• 10-minute play readings at 7 p.m. at Unitarian Universalist Congregation, Key West.

May 9 - 19 • Key West Songwriters Festival, visit keywestsongwritersfestival.com for events.

Friday, May 11 • Open mic night for musicians, poets, and comedians at 7 p.m. at B.O.’s Fishwagon, Key West, and broadcasting on 104.9. Reoccurs weekly.

Saturday, May 12 • Key West Police Athletic League “Cops and Kids” 5K at 8 a.m. from H.O.B. school., Key West. Themeruns. com.

• Pulitzer Prize-winning author Gilbert King to speak at 4 p.m. at Key West library.

Friday, May 18 • Afro Roots Festival performances from 4 to 7 p.m. at The Studios of Key West.

To see Keyswide events, sign up for The Weekly’s Friday e-mail blast at keysweekly.com.

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VAPING 101 Teens face another epidemic HAYS BLINCKMANN hays@keysweekly.com

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-cigarettes, vaping, the JUUL — all new terminology in our American lexicon and so very important to know. Why? The trend in inhalant products is taking teenagers by storm and the future is looking pretty smoky, once again.

America has been fighting teenage tobacco use for decades and this is the next generation of addictive products and devices to lure the youth. And it is big, big business, an estimated $10 billion industry in 2017.

E-cigarettes supposedly were designed to be a healthier option for tobacco products. The devices heat a liquid into an aerosol to be inhaled, delivering smaller doses of nicotine than in a cigarette and, bonus, there is no second-hand smoke. But is it safe? Folks, nicotine is nicotine and addictive. For example, a JUUL device heats a JUULpod which contains 0.7ml with 5 percent nicotine by weight, approximately equivalent to 1 pack of cigarettes or 200 puffs. Remember thinking a Virginia Slim wasn’t that bad due to its size?

And the theory that vaping is safer? No, there is potential for carcinogenic exposure, according to National

Center for Biotechnology Information, because in heating the liquid with metal coils, “Our findings indicate that e-cigarettes are a potential source of exposure to toxic metals (chromium, nickel, and lead), and to metals that are toxic when inhaled (manganese and zinc).” Basically, customers are potentially inhaling lead to get nicotine and that doesn’t sound too smart either.

So what attracts the kids? E-cigarettes are easy to hide; the newest version, the JUUL, looks like a flash drive, not a cigarette at all (kids refer to it as “juuling”). E-cigarettes can be bought online, even eBay, to avoid Florida’s legal age limit of 18 and are relatively affordable ($49.99 for a JUUL starter kit). And for added attraction they come in fun flavors like cinnamon, chocolate, mango and fruit medley.

It’s a far cry from stealing your grandfather’s filterless Camel and passing out from the taste. Technology simply streamlined addictive substance use for kids and it’s worked.

What does the FDA have to say?

A lot, thankfully. Enough studies have proven dramatic rises in teen use between 2011 and 2016 to scare the government into action. FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb M.D. issued a statement on April 24 putting the

“We (FDA) share the belief that these products should never be marketed to, sold to, or used by kids — and we need to make every effort to prevent kids from getting hooked on nicotine.”

— FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb, M.D.,

industry on notice. The FDA is taking action against “the youth appeal.”

Dr. Gottlieb wrote, “These products are also more difficult for parents and teachers to recognize or detect.

Several of these products fall under the JUUL brand, but other brands, such as myblu and KandyPens, that have similar characteristics are emerging. In some cases, our kids are trying these products and liking them without even knowing they contain nicotine. And that’s a problem, because as we know the nicotine in these products can rewire an adolescent’s brain, leading to years of addiction.”

“Obviously, we are very concerned,” said Principal Christina McPherson of Horace O’Bryant Middle School. “So far we haven’t had an issue or anything on the property and we have talked to the kids about it. Hopefully, this will continue to be the case.”

McPherson is keenly aware this is a nationwide problem.

Principal Amber Acevedo of Key West High School is looking into getting more education and information to her students. “We have had one instance of a student having a vaping device on campus,” said Acevedo. “There is more talk among students about it, however, not a trend of use on campus.” Disciplinary action includes being sent home or to a possible alternative education setting depending on the substance.

E-cigarettes aren’t any easier to kick than regular cigarettes. What is old school and still works with kids? Education, vigilance and common sense — don’t smoke.

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Who has been your biggest inspiration at Key West High School and why? My AP English teacher, Mrs. Ford. She has served as one of my biggest inspirations. In addition to being an excellent teacher, she has fascinated me with her attention to details. She has a way of making every student feel special by making sure that they know she is truly listening to them.

What class has best prepared you for life after high school? Mr. Kremer’s DE Sociology class because I feel it is important for teenagers to know about various facets of society. This class was eye-opening.

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What is your favorite social medium, why, and whom do you follow? I probably use Twitter more than any other outlet. There is a variety of content and I can follow friends, astronomy accounts, meme providers, and cool ’70s rock band fan pages.

What do you want to be remembered for at Key West High School? As long as I am remembered in a positive way, it doesn’t matter to me.

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he club is like an extended family,” said Grace Thrift of the Boys and Girls Club of the Keys Area. Her son, Cuyler, who has ADHD, has sprouted since he started at the club. “The club allows him to be himself and the friends he has made there are amazing.”

She praises the club for the schoolbased skills her son has learned, and for the kind, supportive staff. “It’s done wonders for his self-esteem and confidence,” she said. The program provides afterschool, holiday, and summer vacation care for more than 450 children ages 5 to 18 in Key West and Big Pine Key. Thrift, who is a fleet foreman for the City of Key West, also noted the post-Hurricane Irma help the club provided to members, including the break in fees since the storm.

“We wanted to be a part of the long-term recovery in the Keys,” said Executive Director Dan Dombroski. The Big Pine Key location was destroyed and the club has been operating out of the Methodist Church on Key Deer Boulevard since the storm. More than $80,000 worth of products, from washers and dryers to microwaves and cell phones, were given to those who were in need. With other organizations, the club also helped clean yards and distributed non-perishable items to the community.

“The club means something different to every child who comes through our doors,” said Dombroski. “We are a helping hand, a trusted mentor, a place to finish your homework, learn new skills and play. We do this by providing a safe environment for our islands’ children.”

On Sunday, May 6 from 5 to 8 p.m., Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville will host the 16th Annual Howard Livingston and the Mile Marker 24 Band’s “One Particular Harbour” fundraiser to benefit the youth development program.

The annual Margaritaville fundraiser was initiated in 2003 by Kevin Boucher, a business partner of Margaritaville Café and supporter of the program. The event has since raised more than $255,000 to support their many programs, which include tutoring, literacy support, STEM initiatives, computers, sports and recreation, Spanish, dance, drama and photography lessons, health and wellness life skills, and field trips. This year’s funds will be allocated to the Bayview Park capital campaign that supports renovations needed to make the building their permanent home.

“This year’s event is more special than ever,” said Howard Livingston.

“We have personally seen the incredible work they do with our grandkids; they are not just watching kids, they are changing lives.”

While the Big Pine Key location is in talks of being rebuilt with the help of Monroe County Commissioner George Neugent, Dombroski also hopes for a safe, permanent environment at Bayview Park in Key West. The kids have been moved five times in the past 15 years. They have been at Reynolds School since 2014, but will have to move out by August 2019.

“Living on an island can be challenging, especially for the young people of our community,” said Dombroski.

“For many of our club members, we are the first responders in their lives,

KRISTEN LIVENGOOD kristen@keysweekly.com

providing them a safe place to be while their parents or guardians are at work.”

The event will feature appetizers, libations, a buffet dinner, silent and live auctions, a giving tree, and a 50/50 raffle. Auction items include a Captain Outrageous bicycle, trips including NYC with tickets to Hamilton, Tuscany, Los Cabos, Mexico, Miami, artwork, gift certificates from local restaurants, attractions, businesses, and more. Tickets are $50 at keystix.com or by calling 305-296-2258 ahead of time, or $60 at the door.

“With the support of the Keys community, we can achieve our goal of providing a permanent, safe, and stable environment for the children of the Keys,” says Dombroski.

A link — bit.ly/BGCKeyWest — has been created by Amy Bradshaw, an instructor at Stay Fit Studio for those wishing to donate but can’t make the event on Sunday. She is grateful her daughter, Emma, 6, has a place to go everyday so she can work. “The club has been God-sent to us,” she said. “We really need a forever home.”

As for Cuyler, he will be enjoying summer camp at the club and is looking forward to all the fun field trips they have planned. “It’s truly a special place for us,” said mom.

ONE PARTICULAR CONCERT Sunday, May 6 • 5 to 8 p.m.

Margaritaville, Key West $50 • Benefits Boys & Girls Club

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Great jobs with great pay do exist in the Keys.

We are growing and looking for talented people to join our team.

Email your resume to britt@keysweekly.com.

Locally owned and operated since 2003.

IMPROVE YOUR HOME VALUE We Clean We Paint We Stage or Re-design Your Living Spaces

Call Deb Wahl at 928.254.9746

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• CLASSIFIEDS, PUBLIC & LEGAL NOTICES • 305.743.0844 www.ci.marathon.fl.us

THE MOORINGS MM 81.5

Seeking self-motivated people for

• General Housekeeping • Reservation Associate • Beach Attendant Email Resumes to: info@mooringsvillageandspa.com or pick up an application at 123 Beach Rd., Islamorada

Assistant Store Manager

Full Time/ Exempt • Set Schedules Great Benefits!

Fun work environment Apply: www.ronjonsurfshop.com Or send resume to: KWMgmt@rjss.com EOE/DFWP

Bluegreen Vacations The Hammocks at Marathon SE BUSCA PERSONA PARA LIMPIEZA DE HABITACIONES

Room Attendants Uso de equipos de limpieza

BONO DE $1.000.00 UNA GRAN COMPAÑIA CON GRANDES BENEFICIOS Plan De Seguro Médico, Dental y de Visión, 4 semanas de Vacaciones, Cuenta de Retiro 401k, Potencial de Crecimiento y muchos beneficios más!!!

APLICA HOY MISMO: jobs.bluegreenvacations.com

LLÁMANOS HOY:

305-289-6700

MARATHON GARBAGE SERVICE IMMEDIATE OPENINGS

for the following positions:

Truck Helpers CDL Drivers Diesel Mechanics Applicants must apply in person to be considered.

4290 Overseas Hwy, Marathon

Air Conditioning Service Technician / Installer Appliance Service Technician Competitive wages & benefits 100% medical • Matching 401K Vacation • Paid Holidays

Drug Free

Apply at:

2735 Overseas Highway Marathon 305-289-1748

LEGAL NOTICE • CITY OF MARATHON, FLORIDA INVITATION TO BID The City of Marathon is accepting sealed bids for “Multiple Sewer Connections #5” project.

Bid documents may be examined at City Hall, 9805 Overseas Hwy. in Marathon. Bid documents are only distributed from www.demandstar.com. Bid documents obtained from any source other than DemandStar may not be accurate or complete, and each Bidder assumes all risks by its reliance on such documents All bids must be received in the City Clerk’s office no later than 3:00 PM eastern time, May 23, 2018 located at 9805 Overseas Highway, Marathon, Florida 33050.

The City reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to waive informalities, except timely submission of bids, to re-advertise for bids or to take any other actions that may be deemed in the best interest of the City. As a matter of information to bidders, the City does not bind itself to accept the minimum specifications stated herein, but reserves the right to accept any bid, which in the judgment of the City Council will best serve the needs and interests of the City.

The 16th Judicial Circuit is accepting applications for a full-time Digital Court Reporter at our Marathon Courthouse. This position is responsible for digitally recording and transcribing proceedings. A solid working proficiency with computers is required, including the ability to pass a typing test at 55 wpm. A complete job description can be found at www.Keyscourts.net. Salary for this position is $31,664.64 a year with State of Florida benefits. The successful applicant will be required to pass a complete background check. Interested applicants should send a resume along with a State of Florida application to personnel@keyscourts.net or mail to Personnel, 16th Judicial Circuit, 302 Fleming Street, Key West, Florida 33040 by 5:00 P.M., Friday, May 18, 2018. State of Florida applications can be found at www.Keyscourts.net. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex, age or disability. If you need accommodations to participate in the application/selection process, please notify us in advance at (305)295-3652; to make call through the Florida Relay Center, you can dial 7-1-1.

HERON HOUSE ASSISTED LIVING FACILITY IS REOPENING! And looking for 3 Direct Care Workers to help our clients with daily tasks, appointments, cooking and life skills. Must be a caring individual with clean driver’s license. No experience necessary. 2 shifts available. We will train on the rest! Coco Plum Dr. location.

The Guidance/Care Center, Inc, a division of

“Uplifting the human spirit since 1973”

www.ci.marathon.fl.us

DOLPHIN RESEARCH CENTER 58901 O/S Hwy - Grassy Key, FL Teaching... Learning...Caring

Dolphin Research Center has Full-Time & Part-Time Temporary positions for Guest Services. Duties are multifaceted including welcoming guests, taking reservations and photo sales. Job description available at www.dolphins.org. E-mail your resume and a DRC application to drc-hr@dolphins.org. EOE

THE GUIDANCE/CARE CENTER, Inc.

MARATHON

Maintenance Specialist Driver (CDL req.)

Care Coordinator (Primary Care) LPN Nurse Practitioner (PT) Peer Specialist (PT/FT) Program Coordinator (Primary Care) Registered Nurse Outreach Specialist (thru Nov) also KW

Marathon area Companion

KEY WEST

Position P/T M-F with travel

KEY LARGO

Background screening and references needed.

Background/Drug Screening Required. www.careers.westcare.com to apply

Call Tina at (305) 852-3282

Therapist (Childrens) Care Coordinator (MIND prog) Client Advocate (GED or HS req) Driver (CDL req.)

COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER-MARATHON Monroe County Sheriff's Office is seeking applicants with strong communications' skills, proficient computer knowledge and ability to multi-task. Position involves receiving incoming calls, interpreting emergency and non-emergency communications: dispatch of deputies, other emergency service units and providing arrival instructions for Emergency Medical Dispatching. Qualifications required: HS Diploma or equivalent. Type 35 WPM min, successfully pass pre-test and questionnaires.

Work all shifts and natural disasters. Complete preliminary application at www.keysso.net.

Email resumes to salexander@keysso.net or fax to (305) 292-7159. Suzanne Alexander may be contacted @ (305) 292-7044. EOE/AAP

BUSINESS

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KEYS WEEKLY OPENS NEW OFFICE

T

he Key Largo Chamber of Commerce’s Members in Motion is held at the new home of the Upper Keys Weekly Newspaper.

The publication’s staff from throughout the Keys played hosts for the event on April 26, taking the opportunity to introduce themselves to the Upper Keys community. Donations from the Members in Motion were awarded to the Autism Society of the Florida Keys. The Keys Weekly was founded in 2003 in Marathon, later expanding to Key West and the Upper Keys under the direction of publisher Jason Koler and publishing partner Britt Myers. GABRIEL SANCHEZ/Keys Weekly

Most Major Insurance Companies Accepted

Serving Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

20%off

1405 Duval Street, Key West // 305.295.6550

Food and Beverage Dinner Only

southernmostbeachresort.com #somolife

KW WEEKLY

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Petals & Vines Floral Design for Every Occasion

Mother’s Day May 13th Fresh Floral Arrangements European Gardens Spa Baskets Gourmet Teas

901 Simonton Street Ph: 305.916.5996

KEY WEST WEEKLY / MAY 3, 2018

ANNUAL

CLEARANCE SALE 25% - 75% OFF!

Furniture • Home Accessories & Decor May 7 - 31, 2018

3 Locations

600 Duval Street, Key West 921 Duval Street, Key West 403 Greene Street, Key West 9:00am - Midnight • 305-295-6110 www.pointbreakcigars.com

The Only Key Lime Pie™ Cigar in the World

Large Selection of Premium Blends for the Cigar Connoisseur.

Join us onMother’s Day

305-743-7130 | DAsignSource.com

11500 Overseas Hwy, Marathon | MM 53

Marine Science Camp Ages 10-17

~ May 13th, 2018 ~

$46.95 per person Reserve NowBrunch 305-296-8100 (kids 12 and under are $19.95)

includes complimentary champagne

11 am - 2 pm

18 day sessions : June & July for ages 12-17 One week sessions: August for ages 10-17 Day Camp: Weekly Mon - Fri for ages 10-13

CAMP ACTIVITIES INCLUDE: • Marine Science • Sailing • SCUBA • Snorkeling • Windsurfing • Kayaking 3841 N. Roosevelt Blvd. • Reservations (305) 296-8100

305-872-2331 • www.seacamp.org 1300 Big Pine Ave. Big Pine Key, FL 33043 • info@seacamp.org

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SUNDAY BRUNCH UNLIMITED BLOODY MARY & MIMOSA BAR 11:30 AM - 2:00 PM 305.295.7057

oceankey.com | 800.328.9815 | Zero Duval Street, Key West, FL

Household Hazardous Waste

Drop-off Day Saturday, May 5, 2018

Sonny McCoy Indigenous Park • 1801 White St.

Residential ONLY Paint, stains, preservatives, pesticides, fertilizers, roofing compounds, waste oil (five gallons maximum), resins and solvents, adhesives and caulks, corrosives and acids, cleaning products, and automotive fluids.

(305)

296-8297

Serving Ipswich Whole Bellied Clams & Maine Lobster Featured on Diners, Drive-Ins & Dives.

(305) 294-0102 11:30 AM – 10 PM 629 Duval St, Key West When your on Long Island be sure to visit our new location in Wantagh.

Call ahead for Daily Specials 516-900-1400.

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Happy Hour 4-7PM & 10PM-TIL

$3 WELLS, DRAFT BEERS, & HOUSE WINES + 1/2 OFF APPETIZERS FROM 4-7PM & $12.95 BOTTOMLESS MIMOSAS FOR SAT & SUN B S Y R A M Y D O O RUNCH! $5 BL 320 GRINNELL ST. // (305) 922-2616 // LUCYSRETIREDSURFERS.COM

FURNITURE & INTERIOR DESIGN

featuring

specializing in

FLOORING

WINDOW TREATMENTS

by Mohawk:

by Hunter Douglas

Carpet

Call 305-481-1790 to schedule a complimentary in-home consultation.

Or stop by any of our three stores:

KEY LARGO

MARATHON

KEY WEST

305-451-5700

305-743-4397

305-295-6400

MM 99 Median

MM 50 Oceanside

AFTER HURRICANE IRMA

We are donating a portion of all sales to local charities, and offering FREE DELIVERY anywhere in the Keys.

So far, we have written donation checks to these Keys organizations:

KEY WEST SOLDIER RIDE KEY WEST BOTANICAL GARDEN SAMUELS HOUSE AMERICAN LEGION POST 154 DOMESTIC ABUSE CENTER WESLEY HOUSE MARC HOUSE FKSPCA • KAIR MARATHON COMMUNITY THEATRE GRACE JONES CENTER MARRVELOUS PET RESCUE KEY WEST SUNRISE ROTARY THE BASILICA SCHOOL ST MARY’S SOUP KITCHEN UPPER KEYS HUMANE SOCIETY FLORIDA KEYS CHILDREN'S SHELTER SISTER SEASON FUND MARATHON REC CENTER MIDDLE KEYS COMMUNITY LAND TRUST

Wood & Laminate

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF THE FLORIDA KEYS FLORIDA KEYS WILD BIRD REHABILITATION CENTER

Searstown by Publix

RoyalFurnitureAndDesign.com

WE’RE HERE TO HELP

Ceramic & Porcelain Tile

KEYS VINEYARD COMMUNITY CHURCH

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• CLASSIFIEDS, PUBLIC & LEGAL NOTICES • 305.743.0844 CAPTAIN FOR DIVING OPERATION

44 yrs. Established Diving Center and Vocational School has Immediate opportunity for a USCG licensed individual. Full or part time positions are available. Responsibilities include vessel operation, scheduling, maintenance and customer relations. USCG Master License required. Dive master certification preferred or will train.

HALLS DIVING CENTER AND CAREER INSTITUTE –MARATHON CALL 305-743-5929 For application and to arrange interview with Bob Brayman or Randy Botteri

The Hammocks at Marathon™

FULL TIME JOB OPPORTUNITIES

HIRING FOR THE FOLLOWING POSITIONS IN MARATHON: Front Desk Agent • Night Auditor Room Attendant • Laundry Attendant Houseperson

$1,000.00 Sign-on Bonus!

• Maintenance Shift Technician • Housekeeper • Limpiesa de Habitaciones • Guest Services Associate/ Relief Night Auditor

Please apply on line at www.spottswood.com/careers or on site at 13201Overseas Highway, Marathon.

EOE m/f/d/v

GREAT BENEFITS:

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance 401(k) with Company Match & much more

TO APPLY:

Sparky’s Landing NOW HIRING

Wait Staff, Food Runners, Hosts, and Back of House Positions. Great opportunity to work year round!

Please apply in person daily at 3pm.

MM 53.5 Overseas Hwy-Adjacent to Holiday Inn Express

Sales Associates Full & Part Time / Set Schedules Starting Wage $12.00 per hour Great Benefits!

Fun work environment Apply: www.ronjonsurfshop.com EOE/DFWP

Now Hiring for Breakfast Accepting applications for all shifts Apply in person at

Online >

Season has hit, both full or part time positions available at Hyatt Place at Faro Blanco Resort.

In Person >

Line Cook, Servers, Dishwashers, Host, Maintenance, Landscaper, Public Area Attendant, Night Auditor, Dock Hand and Bussers.

jobs.bluegreenvacations.com The Hammocks at Marathon 1688 Overseas Highway-Gulf Side Mile Marker 48-Marathon

Excellent Benefit Package

Or Call >

Apply in person at 1996 Overseas Highway or online at www.spottswood.com

We are an equal opportunity employer and drug-free workplace. ©2017 Bluegreen Vacations Unlimited, Inc. All rights reserved.

EOE/m/f/d/v

We now have an opening!

DETENTION DEPUTY TRAINEE:

Andre at 305.743.9009

FULL-TIME OR PART-TIME

SERVER BARTENDER

$Bonus Pay$ • Apply in person

S.S. Wreck MM59, Grassy Key (next to Dolphin Research Center)

Open Tues-Sun 11am

The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office is accepting Preliminary Applications for a Detention Deputy Trainee Academy starting June 2018. Monroe County Sheriff’s Office will pay for your new career (tuition, books and salary). Preliminary Applications must be completed and received by May 11, 2018. Applicants may apply on line at www.keysso.net or contact Charles Slebodnick at cslebodnick@keysso.net or 305 292-7044. EEO/AAP.

WE ARE HIRING FOR: FT or PT Guest Services FT or PT Photo Tech

Photoshop and basic computer knowledge, personable, cash handling

Hospitality / Hotel / Beach Resort

Front desk agent needed for Continental Inn condo rental office • Full Time/Part Time/Must Work Weekends • Customer Service, excellent communication and office skills required • Charismatic, well spoken, organized, prompt and willingness to learn • Knowledge of reservation software a plus • Bilingual English/Spanish a plus not mandatory

Full-Time Marketing

eMail Resume to: admin@marathonresort.com and plascjak@gmail.com.

Aquarium Encounters 11710 Overseas Hwy, Marathon

Apply in person at Continental Inn 1121 west Ocean Drive, Key Colony Beach (305) 289-0101

2 years experience, social media, personable, cash handling

Castaway Waterfront Restaurant 1406 Oceanview Ave, Marathon

EOE m/f/d/v

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• CLASSIFIEDS, PUBLIC & LEGAL NOTICES • 305.743.0844

KEY WEST KIA

A Wellings Automotive Company

2826 North Roosevelt Blvd.

Key West, FL (305) 295-8646 www.KeyWestKia.com

WELLINGS AUTOMOTIVE

9200 Overseas Highway Marathon, FL (305) 509-7499 www.KeyWestKia.com

Call us and SAVE, SAVE, SAVE 2016 Hyundai Sonata 3 To Choose From Ready To Go!! $13,990 2017 Jeep Compass 2 To Choose From Loaded, Low Miles!! $15,990 2017 Dodge Journey 4 Dr, Fully Loaded, Smart Buy, 1144P $16,990 2016 Ford Mustang Convertible Completely Loaded Black Beauty!! $18,990

SERVICE DEPT NOW OPEN SERVICING ALL MAKES AND MODELS 2016 Jeep Renegade Special Edition Loaded, Removable Tops, Push Start $19,990 2017 Ram 1500 Pickup 4 Dr, Fully Equipped, 1142P $24,990 2017 Chev Impala Premium 4 Dr, Fully Equipped, Ready To Go!! $24,990 2016 Jeep Wrangler Auto Trans, P/S, P/B, Hard Top, Like New. $25,990 MANY MORE TO CHOOSE FROM! All with low miles and ready for quick delivery!

Tax, tag and DOC fee not included in sale price.

KEY WEST KIA

A Wellings Automotive Company 2826 North Roosevelt Blvd.

Key West, FL (305) 295-8646 www.KeyWestKia.com

WELLINGS AUTOMOTIVE

9200 Overseas Highway Marathon, FL (305) 509-7499 www.KeyWestKia.com

Call us and

SAVE SAVE SAVE

AUTOS WANTED

EMPLOYMENT

EMPLOYMENT

ALL YEARS! Junk or Used.

Cars - Vans - TrucksRunning or Not. $ C A S H $ 3 0 5 - 3 3 2 - 0 4 8 3

laborers in Marathon.

Call 305-395-8294

Work Outdoors, Must Have Vehicle. Call (305) 304-7995

BOATS FOR SALE 20' Bayliner w/trailer.

One owner. No Salvage. $4,000 AND 24' Pontoon Boat w/trailer. Fiberglass bottom, working motor.

No Salvage. $2,000. Call 305-610-8002

EMPLOYMENT

City Watch Security: Now Hiring in All Areas of the Florida Keys.

Competitive Pay. FT/ PT available. (305) 874 - 8500 ctwatch@ gmail.com Established Criminal Defense Law Office with offices in Marathon and Key West seeking part-time/full-time secretary that is detail oriented.

Position includes scheduling, answering phones, filing, and correspondence with clients. Reliable person with office experience required and knowledge of the legal system a plus. Please contact 305-289-9397 or email a resume to kris@ h a l s c h u h m a c h e r. com for consideration.

TRANSACTION C O O R D I N AT O R needed for busy real estate team located in Lower Keys. Please email your cover letter and resume to Dawn Reams (dreams@ cbschmitt.com).

City of Marathon - Job Opening: Full Time Marina Technician.

EOE FULL BENEFITS www.ci.marathon.fl.us Pancho's Fuel Dock in Marathon is looking for a part-time cashier.

Please call 305-7432281.

Plumber needed in Marathon.

Please call 305-731-7797 Sands of Islamorada Hotel has immediate openings for a Housekeeper and Front Desk Person.

Call for Details and Appointment Interview: 305 9625243 SE BUSCA-Sra. De Limpieza para hotel en Islamorada. (305) 962-5243 OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR –Key Largo. Only if you have a proven record as a positive, extremely reliable, self-starter capable of interacting with and supporting a wide range of individuals and diverse job requirements.

Strong computer knowledge and competency required. Full Time Position. Please email resume to keyshumanresources61@ gmail.com –reference #1004 in email.

Hiring eperienced electricians. Driver’s License required Middle Keys area.

305 -481- 0058

ST. JAMES Children’s Center in Islamorada is in need of a preschool teacher. FT/ PT position available.

Must be FCCPC certified or higher. Please call Ms. Sue Ellen at 305-852-2161.

Lic# C16MO0033

Construction help needed in Marathon area. Knowledge in concrete/spalling repair.

General carpentry - pay based on experience. Must have transportation.

Call Bob 561-248-5080

HELP WANTED: PT/FT Server and PT Cook at small Tiki bar located on the water. Apply in person at Barnacle Barneys located behind Bluegreen Resort, 1688 Overseas Hwy, MM48, Marathon (305)743-7298

Open Job Positions: Restaurant Manager, Wait Staff, Bartenders, Kitchen Staff, Apply in person or call for details: Key Colony Inn Marathon (305) 743-0100

Local Utility seeking WWT Plant Operator Trainee. Must have HS Diploma or equivalent and valid Florida Driver License. Mechanical abilities and troubleshooting skills highly desired. Must live within 50 miles of Key Largo. Email resume to: KeyLargoEmployment @gmail. com EOE Landscaping company seeking full-time

Now Hiring: SWEET SAVANNAH’S is now hiring for Afternoon and Evening shifts.

Please apply in person 8919 Overseas Hwy. Marathon Experienced Help Only needed for all positions. Apply in person Mon-Fri 1011am at Sunset Grille & Raw Bar, Knights Key Blvd. Marathon Get Well Paid and Trained.

Looking for Self MotivatedReliable Person to

HOBBIES/COLLECT. PRIVATE COLLECTOR WANTS Rolex, Dive watches and Pilot watches. Old model Military clocks & watches.

Call 305-743-4578

HOMES FOR SALE Marathon: 2/2 Condo, waterfront, pool. AND 1/1 Condo, waterfron, pool. Call 305-731-3113 REDUCED:TRAILER FOR SALE: Tiny House/Mobile Home, Park Model, Canal Front in Galway Bay, Marathon.

Lot rent $1,034/mo.

Asking $45,000 See M a r a t h o n Ya rd S a l e . com & search Tiny House. 305-900-0113 DUCK KEY - BRAND NEW 3BR, 2BA home on dry lot. Consider owner finance, offers and/or trades. 305481-1316

RV LOTS FOR RENT Attn.

Contractors: Lazy Lakes RV Resort - Summer Long Term Special - $1,100.00 Moves you in! (New tenants only) 6 mo. lease, metered electric, full hook up, clubhouse, Direct TV Setup, laundry facilities, swimming pool, shower & bathroom house, 15 min. from Key West.

MM 19.8 This offer expires May 31, 2018.

Call us today at 305797-5184

SINGERS WANTED Do you like to sing?

Island Harmony, a women’s acapella group that sings 4-part harmony in the barbershop style is looking for women who like to sing to join our chorus. No experience necessary! All voice parts welcome! Join us for rehearsal on Tuesday evenings from 6:30 - 8:00 pm in the back hall at Martin Luther Chapel, 325 122nd Street Gulf, Marathon, FL 33050, behind NAPA. Just stop by on Tuesday evening.

For more information, call Kathryn at 305-731-9579 or email kathrynrummery@ gmail.com.

YARD SALES EVERYTHING HAS TO GO. Moving sale. Saturday, May 5 from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m., no early birds.

Corner of Morton Street and Parrish Drive, Grassy Key.

LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE U-HAUL COMPANY OF MIAMI Notice is hereby given that on MAY 7TH, 2018, Leonard Richford Jr., Storage Auctioneer, Executive Administrator for U-Haul Company of Miami, will be offering for sale under the Judicial Lien Process,

By Public Auction, the following storage units. The Terms of the sale will be cash only. U-Haul Company does reserve the right to refuse any bids. The sales will Begin at 8:00 a.m. and continue day by day until all units are sold.

103530 Overseas Highway, Key Largo, Fl. 33037 Names And Last Known Addresses are as Follows: ANTHONY GOMEZ RM #1344 $2,132.35 CYNTHIA TAYLOR RM #1009 $916.56 JOAN ELIZABETH DOYLE RM#1013 $681.51 Published: April 19, 2018 and May 3, 2018 The Weekly Newspapers FICTITIOUS NAME NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned, desiring to engage in business under the fictitious name of PILATES

BY NORMA JEAN, located at 5800 OVERSEAS HIGHWAY, SUITE 40, MARATHON, FLORIDA 33050, intends to register the said name with the Florida Department of State, Tallahassee, Florida.

By: NORMA MICHELLE KELLY Published: May 3, 2018 The Weekly Newspapers

FICTITIOUS NAME NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned, desiring to engage in business under the fictitious name of SPIRIT PLAY GYMNASIUM, located at 5800 OVERSEAS HIGHWAY, SUITE 40, MARATHON, FLORIDA 33050, intends to register the said name with the Florida Department of State, Tallahassee, Florida.

By: NAYDA R. BUTTNER Published: May 3, 2018

LEGAL NOTICES The Weekly Newspapers FICTITIOUS NAME NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned, desiring to engage in business under the fictitious name of VIRTUAL PRODUCTIONS, located at 367 STIRRUP KEY BOULEVARD, MARATHON, FLORIDA 33050, intends to register the said name with the Florida Department of State, Tallahassee, Florida.

By: MICHAEL V. DAMON Published: May 3, 2018 The Weekly Newspapers IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION FILE NO.: 18-CP-53-P IN RE: THE ESTATE OF MARGARET HENDERSON BLAIR, Deceased.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the estate of MARGARET HENDERSON BLAIR, deceased, whose date of death was March 8, 2018, File Number 18-CP-53-P is pending in the Circuit Court for Monroe County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is Plantation Key Government Center, 88820 Overseas Highway, Plantation Key, FL 33070. 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 has been served must file their claims with this Court WITHIN THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE TIME OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. 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

LEGAL NOTICES THIS NOTICE. ALL CLAIMS NOT SO FILED WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. The date of the first publication of this notice is May 3, 2018.

Personal Representative: WARNER A. HENDERSON 430 South Main Street, Unit 2 Cohasset, MA 02025 Attorney for Personal Representative: JOE A. CATARINEAU Attorney Florida Bar Number: 0517291 Catarineau & Catarineau, LLC 91750 Overseas Highway Tavernier, FL 33070 Telephone: (305) 8524833 E-Mail: joe@ taxcatcpa.com Publish: May 3 and May 10, 2018 The Weekly Newspapers IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 16TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION FILE NO.: 18-CP000054-P IN RE: THE ESTATE OF IRENE W. CRENSHAW, Deceased.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the estate of IRENE W. CRENSHAW, deceased, whose date of death was January 24, 2018 and whose social security number is XXX-XX-4662, is pending in the Circuit Court for Monroe County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 88820 Overseas Highway, Plantation Key, FL 33070. 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 WITHIN THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS

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• CLASSIFIEDS, PUBLIC & LEGAL NOTICES • 305.743.0844 LEGAL NOTICES

LEGAL NOTICES

LEGAL NOTICES

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

that you are required to serve a copy of your written defenses, if any, to it on ALICIA MONTOYA, whose address is 1555 5TH STREET, KEY WEST, FL 33040, on or before MAY 24, 2018, and file the original with the clerk of this Court at 500 WHITEHEAD STREET, KEY WEST, FL 33040, before service on Petitioner or immediately thereafter. If you fail to do so, a default may be entered against you for the relief demanded in the petition.

Henry Robertson, deceased, whose date of death was June 7, 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 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. ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN SECTION 733.702 OF THE FLORIDA PROBATE CODE 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 the first publication of this notice is May 3, 2018.

Personal Representative: DANE CLARK CRENSHAW c/o William S. Pollak, Esq. 19 W. Flagler Street, Suite #607 Miami, FL 33130 Attorney for Personal Representative: WILLIAM S. POLLAK, Esq. Attorney Florida Bar No. 0480721 William S. Pollak, P.A. 19 W. Flagler Street, Suite #607 Miami, FL 33130 Telephone: (305) 3585088 Publish: May 3 and May 10, 2018 The Weekly Newspapers

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SIXTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT,

Copies of all court documents in this case, including orders, are available at the office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court’s office. You may review these documents upon request.

You must keep the Clerk of the Circuit Court’s office notified of your current address. (You may file Designation of Current Mailing and E-Mail Address, Florida Supreme Court Approved Family Law Form 12.915.) Future papers in this lawsuit will be mailed or e-mailed to the address(es) on record at the clerk’s office.

WARNING: Rule 12.285, Florida Family Law Rules of Procedure, requires certain automatic disclosure of documents and information. Failure to comply can result in sanctions, including dismissal or striking of pleadings.

Dated: April 10, 2018

IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Kevin Madok, CPA Clerk of the Circuit Court Monroe County, Florida By: LuAnn Frevele Deputy Clerk

Case No. 18-DR359-K Division: Family

Publish: April 19, April 26, May 3, and May 10, 2018

ALICIA MONTOYA, Petitioner,

The Weekly Newspapers

and AMITY MONTOYA, Respondent, NOTICE OF ACTION FOR DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE TO: AMITY MONTOYA Respondent’s last known address: 3920 S. ROOSEVELT BLVD. 101S, KEY WEST, FL 33040 YOU ARE NOTIFIED that an action for dissolution of marriage has been filed against you and

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION FILE NO.: 18-CP-20-M Middle Keys

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 NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. 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. 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: April 26, 2018.

Personal Representative: Ruth E. Robertson 823 E. North Shore Drive Brownstown, Indiana 47220 Attorney for Personal Representative:

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

RICHARD E. WARNER Attorney Florida Bar Number: 283134 RICHARD E. WARNER, P.A. 12221 Overseas Highway Marathon, FLORIDA 33050 Telephone: (305) 7436022 Fax: (305) 743-6216 E-mail: richard@ rewarnerlaw.com

The administration of the estate of Butch Robertson aka John

Publish: April 26 and May 3, 2018

IN RE: ESTATE OF BUTCH ROBERTSON AKA JOHN HENRY ROBERTSON, Deceased.

LEGAL NOTICES The Weekly Newspapers IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 16TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION FILE NO.: 18-CP-67-K Lower Keys IN RE: THE ESTATE OF HERBERT E. RICHTER, Deceased.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the estate of Herbert E. Richter, deceased, whose date of death was September 18, 2017, is pending in the Circuit Court for MONROE County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 500 Whitehead Street, Key West, Florida 33040. 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 NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. 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. 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 the first publication of this notice is April 26, 2018.

Personal Representative: Grace Kiever 1365 Ocean Drive Summerland Key, Florida 33042 Attorney for Personal

LEGAL NOTICES

LEGAL NOTICES

LEGAL NOTICES

Representative: RICHARD E. WARNER Attorney Florida Bar Number: 283134 RICHARD E. WARNER, P.A. 12221 Overseas Highway Marathon, FLORIDA 33050 Telephone: (305) 7436022 Fax: (305) 743-6216 E-Mail: richard@ rewarnerlaw.com

ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED.

283134 RICHARD E. WARNER, P.A. 12221 Overseas Highway Marathon, FLORIDA 33050 Telephone: (305) 7436022 Fax: (305) 743-6216 E-mail: richard@ rewarnerlaw.com

Publish: April 26 and May 3, 2018

Attorney for Personal Representative:

The Weekly Newspapers IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION FILE NO.: 18-CP-15-M Middle Keys IN RE: ESTATE OF WILLIAM F. SHRADER, Deceased.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the estate of William F. Shrader, deceased, whose date of death was December 1, 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 NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. 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.

The date of first publication of this notice is: April 26, 2018.

Personal Representative: Chris R. Shrader 8309 Cowan Avenue Bowie, MD 20720

Publish: April 26 and May 3, 2018 The Weekly Newspapers

RICHARD E. WARNER Attorney Florida Bar Number:

HOUSEKEEPER needed for a

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Please Apply In Person 8919 Overseas Hwy, Marathon

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30-40 Hrs. Must be able to work weekends.

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Plantation Key Nursing Center

located in Tavernier, is seeking

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$500 Sign On Bonus to All New CNA Applicants

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F/T Medicaid & Medicare Biller F/T Receptionist

ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED.

We offer a competitive wage and benefits program.

To apply for position, Please submit your Resume to

NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE,

BOL@PLANTATIONKEYNC.COM

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• CLASSIFIEDS, PUBLIC & LEGAL NOTICES • 305.743.0844

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Fury Water Adventures is hiring for: Catamaran Crew Jet Ski Guides Check-in Representatives Sales Agents • Concierge Call Center Reservationist Fury offers Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance Paid Training For an application, please email HR@furykeywest.com Or stop by 313 Margaret St. Key West

JOB OPENINGS MAINTENANCE ENGINEER SECURITY GUARD GUEST SERVICE AGENT AYS AGENT NIGHT AUDITOR Excellent Benefit Package EOE M/F/D/V SCAN FOR JOB

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Keys Auto Center is now part of the Warren Henry Auto Group. "Automotive News: Best Dealership to work for" for five years in a row!

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We are now hiring for the following positions: • AUTOMOTIVE TECHNICIAN • SERVICE PORTER • TOW TRUCK DRIVER • SALES CONSULTANT ( FULL OR PART-TIME) • SERVICE CONSULTANT • EXPRESS SERVICE TECHNICIAN BILLING/TITLE CLERK (FULL-TIME OR PART-TIME) RECEPTIONIST ( FULL OR PART TIME) Apply online at: careers.warrenhenryauto.com We offer health, dental, vision, life, disability & 401K contribution!

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Field & Site Technician Ability to install, troubleshoot, and maintain mechanical, electrical, and plumbing equipment and components in the field, including irrigation and pool systems. Computer and smartphone skills are required.

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Attentions Homeowners, Potential Buyers, Self Employed Borrowers & Hurricane Housing Victims this Seminar is for YOU! May 5th @ 9am • Keller Williams Market Center 333 Fleming St, Key West

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