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CEASEFIRE SETTLES LATEST CRUISE SHIP CLASH

CITY VOTES TO STAY OUT OF PIER B’S DEALINGS WITH THE STATE

Asurprise ceasefire settled Key West’s latest cruise ship conflict on May 16, when city officials voted to stay out of matters between a private cruise ship pier and the state of Florida.

At the behest of Safer Cleaner Ships, which has led the charge against large ships in Key West, some commissioners and the mayor had considered opposing Pier B’s request that the state make permanent an expansion of the underwater area that Pier B leases from the state.

A temporary use permit for Pier B’s larger submerged area was granted in July 2022, but expires after a year. Pier B’s owners are asking the state to approve that lease for 25 years.

The company’s application states, “there are no modifications that would change the use of the leased area and no new structures are being proposed.”

“I encourage you to draft a resolution formally opposing this request,” Arlo Haskell, treasurer of Safer Cleaner Ships, told city officials at a May 9 meeting.

But at the start of the May 16 commission meeting, Capt. Will Benson of Safer Cleaner Ships told the commission that SCS and Pier B had met behind the scenes and agreed to disagree.

“We still have our differences, but maybe won’t drag this community through the mud and relitigate

this issue again and again,” Benson said, instead urging the commission to adopt a neutral position toward the Pier B application to the state and neither support or oppose it.

The threat of a costly lawsuit in a letter from Pier B’s lawyers also helped convince the city commission to remain neutral in the matter. Attorney Frank Zacherl made clear that the city’s opposition to Pier B’s request would represent a breach of the city’s agreement with Pier B that for 25 years has provided the city with 25% of Pier B’s cruise ship revenues and would be viewed as legally actionable.

Before their neutrality vote, commissioners heard from a few cruise ship opponents, who remind the commissioners of the public referendums that voters passed in 2020 to reduce cruise ships in Key West.

Those restrictions ultimately applied only to cruise ship docks operated by the city, as officials were warned repeatedly that the city would face significant lawsuits if it tried to interfere with the private business of Pier B.

The state legislature later voided the voter referendums and further prohibited any municipality from doing anything that restricts maritime commerce in the state.

Commissioners Sam Kaufman, Lissette Carey and Mary Lou Hoover at the May 9 meeting had expressed concern about the city’s

interference with Pier B’s application, concerns that were realized in the attorney’s letter.

“Before I make any decisions, I want to hear from our lobbyists how this will be viewed by Tallahassee,” Kaufman said at the May 9 meeting.

He reiterated those concerns in general on May 16, urging his colleagues on the dais to “be careful how we present ourselves to the state. We have a lot of capital projects that’ll need the help of the state legislature, and we need to be strategic if all we do is comment against whatever state bills are pending in Tallahassee.”

Also at the May 16 meeting, Commissioner Clayton Lopez said he wants to consider using $4 million of the city’s COVID stimulus funds to lower the purchase price of homes at the upcoming Lofts development in Bahama Village. Currently, the developers have requested the $4 million from the Monroe County Land Authority, but that would come with restrictions that would force homeowners to move out of their home if they ever end up earning more than the income limits for workforce housing.

A further discussion will likely take place at the June 8 mee

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Keys Weekly is once again proud to feature the Class of 2023 from all three Florida Keys high schools. Congratulations, graduates. See insert for all senior portraits.

ACCUSED SHOOTER PRESTON BREWER HIRES NEW DEFENSE ATTORNEY JEROME BALLAROTTO REPLACES DONALD YATES

MANDY MILES

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Lloyd Preston Brewer III, who is accused of fatally shooting Garrett Hughes outside a Key West bar on Feb. 13, remains in the Monroe County jail while awaiting trial.

Online court records show that a new defense attorney, Jerome A. Ballarotto, who has offices in Trenton, New Jersey and Key West, is representing Brewer.

“Jerome A. Ballarotto, Esq. is substituted as counsel of record for the Defendant Lloyd Brewer,” states an order substituting legal counsel by Judge Mark Wilson. “The Law Offices of Donald E. Yates, and Donald E. Yates, Esq., are relieved of representation of defendant Lloyd Brewer in this cause and have no further responsibility in the above-referenced case on behalf of the Defendant Lloyd Brewer.”

According to Ballarotto’s website, he has practiced law in state and federal courts since 1987, “defending individual and corporate clients in criminal prosecutions, grand jury inquiries, IRS and other financial investigations, and civil and administrative actions. Additionally, Ballarotto has a wealth of experience supervising regulatory, administrative and corporate internal investigations.”

He has worked as the criminal division chief at the U.S. Attorney’s Office, was a special agent with the U.S. Secret Service and a deputy attorney general, the website states. Brewer is charged with felony homicide and aggravated assault, along with a misdemeanor firearms charge.

The next scheduled hearing for Brewer is June 14, with pre-trial conferences scheduled for July.

SCHOOL BOARD REFLECTS ON 2022-23

Friday, May 19

• St. Leo University presents its Criminal Justice Speaker Series featuring Chief Assistant Public Defender Kevin McCarthy, 1 to 3 p.m. at Naval Air Station Key West, A-718 Essex Circle. Attend in person or via Zoom. Register at saintleo.edu/cj-keywest.

• Somerset Island Prep’s “Jet Ski Graduation,” 5 p.m. at Ocean Key Resort’s Sunset Pier, 0 Duval St.

Tuesday, May 23

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Aremarkably brief meeting of the Monroe County School Board lasted barely 20 minutes beyond its citizens’ comment portion, allowing superintendent Theresa Axford to encapsulate the district’s progress throughout the 2022-23 school year.

The superintendent’s encapsulation celebrated what many instructors described to her as “the first real school year in a while” and touted smooth integration of new curriculum and testing by teachers.

Increasing engagement with more than a dozen local organizations like NOAA, Mote Marine Lab, Dolphin Research Center, the History of Diving Museum and the Coral Restoration Foundation to enhance environmental education opportunities headlined Axford’s report. Keys schools also boasted several state science fair winners this year.

Axford said the district’s efforts drew notice from accreditation agency Cognia, which suggested that the district should become a Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) district.

“I’m very proud of this environmental education emphasis, because it’s so critical for our community that our students understand they are stewards of this beautiful place where we live,” she said.

In addition to acknowledging achievements of many studentathletes across the district as they claimed district, regional and state championships, Axford reminded

the board of the district’s efforts to collaborate and engage with community members through English Learning (EL) nights, art nights and heritage festivals.

The superintendent also gave a nod to half a dozen theatrical productions throughout Keys schools, as well as high placements from student musicians in statewide band competitions. She announced a new partnership between Key Largo School and Embry Riddle Aeronautical University to establish an aerospace program at the school and recognized the accomplishments of career and technical education (CTE) students in statewide competitions, one of whom –Marathon senior Jay Sweeney – was recognized with a Great Educational Moments (GEMS) award earlier in the evening.

Board member Sue Woltanski voiced her thanks for the Keys Kids Swim program, which enabled 67 kindergarteners at Key Largo School to take two weeks of swimming lessons. Woltanski advocated for the life-saving program to expand throughout the district’s schools and grade levels – upon their first evaluation before lessons, she said, only 16% of the students could save themselves after jumping into the water.

To close the meeting, the board unanimously approved its 202324 instructional materials budget of $2.14 million, $1.04 million in budgeted costs for a contract with Virco, Inc. to replace classroom furniture at Marathon High School, and a $4.02 million contract with ABM Industry Groups for custodial services.

• 2nd Annual Miss Island Queen pageant to benefit Samuel’s House draws even more amateur drag queens to compete and perform, all to help local women and women with families. Hosted by Britt and Kirby Myers, the event starts at 6 p.m. at Key West Theater.

Wednesday, May 24

• City of Key West holds a meeting for businesses and residents about potential changes to the city’s sound control law, 5 p.m. at City Hall, 1300 White St.

Friday, May 26

• Key West High School graduation, 7 p.m. at the Coffee Butler Amphitheater.

Sunday, May 28

• Schooner Wharf Bar’s Minimal Regatta, noon, 201 William St.

June 7-11

• Key West celebrates Pride and diversity while marking the 20th “birthday” of Key West’s famed 1.25-mile sea-to-sea rainbow flag with a three-night laser light show during Key West Pride 2023. Presented by the Key West Business Guild, Pride salutes the Florida Keys’ all-accepting “One Human Family” mindset on the subtropical island internationally known as a top LGBTQ vacation spot.

June 30-July 4

• Key West’s Key Lime Festival will celebrate the world’s most sensational citrus with a bountiful array of festivities across the very island where Key lime pie was conceived.

Superintendent Theresa Axford, right, and school board chair Andy Griffiths present Marathon High School senior Jay Sweeney with a GEMS award for his second place finish in the Auto Tech Challenge. The competition allows academic students without traditional vocational education the opportunity to compete individually for grants. AMBER ACEVEDO/Contributed

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NAVY DESTROYER USS LENAH SUTCLIFFE HIGBEE REPORTS FOR DUTY

KEY WEST COMMISSIONING ‘BRINGS THIS SHIP TO LIFE’

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“Captain, the USS Lenah Sutcliffe Higbee is manned and ready, reporting for duty.”

Such was the report from the deck of the Navy’s newest guided-missile destroyer during its May 13 commissioning ceremony in Key West.

The pride, patriotism and pageantry of the U.S. Navy was on full display during the ceremony that officially “brings the ship to life,” as the crew runs aboard to line the decks. The ship reports for duty and officially enters military service.

A weeklong commissioning celebration included a concert for the crew, visits to dozens of Key West attractions — and a few late nights on Duval Street.

During the ceremony on May 13, Rear Adm. Cynthia Kuehner, commander of the U.S. Navy Nurse Corps, spoke of the ship’s namesake, who was a pioneer in the Navy Nurse Corps and was the first woman to receive the

Navy Cross for her service in World War I. Kuehner herself served as a Navy nurse in Fallujah, Iraq.

Lenah Higbee entered the Navy in 1908, as one of the first 20 women to make up the Navy Nurse Corps.

“We will run toward the danger. We will answer every call, because Lenah Higbee got it right,” Kuehner told the crew and a crowd of hundreds who lined the Navy’s Mole Pier. “Make no mistake, Lenah Higbee WILL care for you, her crew. And you will preserve her timeless and immortal legacy. She is indeed a warrior — and a Navy nurse.”

Secretary of the Navy Carlos Del Toro gave the official order to Commanding Officer Douglas Brayton to “man this ship and bring her to life.”

With that, the 510-foot ship’s 329 crew members ran aboard via two gangways, scampering up ladders to the upper decks, lining the rails in their dress whites and saluting their superiors and the Key West crowd below.

During his remarks, Brayton said, “We recognize today the efforts that turn steel to keel.

Here, you’ll find the most advanced war-fighting systems in the world. And there is no team I’d rather sail with.”

Godspeed, Team Higbee. The Keys Weekly wishes you fair winds, following seas and safe travels.

1. The crew of the USS Lenah Sutcliffe Higbee lines the ship’s rail following the order to ‘bring our ship to life.’ LARRY BLACKBURN/Keys Weekly

2. Rear Adm. Cynthia Kuehner, director of the Navy Nurse Corps, speaks of the ship’s namesake, a pioneer in Navy nursing and the first woman to earn the Navy Cross for her efforts in World War I.

3. Several hundred people gather for the commissioning, with the ship’s officers and crew in the back, preparing to bring the ship to life.

FLAGLER CENTER MOVES AHEAD WITH REBUILD AFTER FIRE

DISPLACED BUSINESSES HAVE FOUND NEW LOCATIONS

MANDY MILES

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It’s been eight months since a pre-dawn fire, during the height of Hurricane Ian’s high winds and flooding, destroyed about 10 businesses and 14 apartments at Flagler Center, 3201 Flagler Ave.

Steve Robbins, the building’s owner, told the Keys Weekly on May 16 that the rebuild is progressing.

The concrete shell of the building has been tested for strength and all is good, and an architect has been hired to draw up the initial plans for the redo, Robbins said.

As for the businesses that were displaced, two have reopened next door to each other in the 1700 block of N. Roosevelt Boulevard.

Dr. Carter Weber and his dental practice, Southernmost Smiles, is now adjacent to Gandara Kitchen Tile in the former Oppenheimer Eye Clinic location. Dr. Weber had been keeping patients updated on his Facebook page and as of February announced that the new office was nearly complete.

It is now fully operational.

Robbins, who owns Barrett Printing and Local Awards — two businesses that were inside Flagler Center — also moved his operation to 913 Eaton St., the home of Southernmost Signs.

“I bought Southernmost Signs, which is still in its same location at 913 Eaton St.,” he said. “But I also moved the other two businesses to that location and are up and running.”

Robbins added that employees of Barnes Alarms are working from

home, as are most staff of Ward & Meyers accounting firm, although they have rented a small office at 3706 N Roosevelt Blvd., in the plaza next to McDonald’s, Robbins said.

“Curry Printing is still in business and handling jobs out of their homes and in conjunction with their son’s printing business out of town,” Robbins said. “Island Refrigeration moved into the old Dion’s corporate offices at 638 United St., and Melissa Munoz of Bone Island Chiropractic is sharing office space with fellow chiropractor Steve Oropeza in Luani Plaza on Kennedy Drive.”

The cause of the fire was undetermined, but is thought to have started in a “chaseway,” or area between the two floors that contains miles of electrical wiring, Robbins said.

The damage is estimated to be $12.8 million, according to reports from the Key West Fire Department and fire and insurance investigators.

The fire started before dawn on Sept. 28, while Hurricane Ian fanned the flames with 50 mph winds and flooded nearby roads.

“High hurricane force winds quickly spread the fire from west to east, through the utility chase that ran the entire length of the structure,” wrote Key West Fire Department shift commander David Zarate in his report. “Once the roof began to show distortion and the eaves began to sag, I changed from offense to defense and ordered all (firefighting) personnel out of the structure.”

Southernmost Smiles dental office and Gandara Kitchen & Bath moved from their fire-ravaged locations on Flagler Avenue to the 1700 block of N. Roosevelt Blvd. in the former Oppenheimer Eye Clinic location. MANDY MILES/Keys Weekly

2023 KEY LIME FESTIVAL CELEBRATES 10 YEARS OF LOCAL CITRUS EVENTS

TAKE PLACE JUNE 30- JULY 4

COLLEGE OF THE FLORIDA KEYS HONORS RETIRING CITY MANAGER

PATTI MCLAUCHLIN TO LEAVE THE CITY AFTER 43 YEARS

It’s all about the lime in Key West from June 30-July 4. The Key Lime Festival features five days of activities, competitions, culinary experiences and plenty of opportunities to sample variations of Key West’s favorite dessert. FILDA KONEC/ KeyLimeFestival.com

In 2013, the inaugural Key West Key Lime Festival made its debut over Independence Day weekend. Concocted by author, ghost hunter, historian and cuisinier David Sloan, and artist, allaround production designer, and Wonderdog Studios founder Marky Pierson, the event included several days of sweet, tart and savory diversions, including creation of the world’s largest Key lime pie.

Now, for its 10-year anniversary, the 2023 Key Lime Festival is revving up to celebrate the sensational citrus with an array of festivities across the very island where Key lime pie was conceived. From June 30 to July 4, lovers of the lime can indulge in a full menu of diversions, beginning with an event kick-off cookbook signing and champagne reception at the Curry Mansion Inn with David Sloan, author of the famous “Key West Key Lime Pie Cookbook.”

Activities over the following days include a Key lime scavenger hunt, delicious Key lime inspired dinner and brunch events, mini Key lime pie-making classes at the Key West Key Lime Pie Company, a Key lime pie hop, a Key lime tree master-class, and a thrilling and gravity-defying Key lime pie drop competition – from the top of the Key West Lighthouse.

Those with a taste for limey libations can enjoy a Key lime rum tasting experience at the Key West First Legal Rum Distillery, and a Sip & Stroll where participants get to

vote on who serves up the best Key lime cocktails and margaritas from among multiple participating bars.

Fourth of July events begin early and energetically with the annual “Rotary Club of Key West 4th of July 5K,” and continue into the night with the Rotary’s spectacular “Patriotic Dinner Under the Fireworks.” In the hours between the two, revelers can dive into a 4th of July pool party at Dante’s Key West Pool Bar & Restaurant, with live music and DJ jams, and head over to the Southernmost Beach Café where the wild World Famous Key Lime Pie Eating Championship is to take place, and where Father Gary Delos Santos, a priest from the Archdiocese of Miami, has announced he will return to defend and reclaim his previous championship title, won in 2013 when he was a Seminarian assigned at the Basilica of Saint Mary Star of the Sea in Key West.

The Florida Legislature made Key lime pie the official state pie in 2006. “According to my extensive research, Key lime pie is credibly believed to have originated from the Key West kitchen of Sarah Jane Lowe Curry, aka “Aunt Sally”’ (18481906), said Sloan. “It’s actually more American than apple pie, which did not in fact originate in America.”

For a full calendar of events along with registration and reservation links, visit keylimefestival.com.

Retiring City Manager Patti McLauchlin was recently honored with the College of the Florida Keys’ President’s Award.

The award was presented by Jonathan Gueverra, college president and CEO, during the May 5 graduation ceremony at the Tennessee Williams Fine Arts Center.

The President’s Award recognizes McLauchlin’s extraordinary service and commitment to the college and the community.

“This is truly an honor,” said McLauchlin. “I’m proud and humbled by this recognition.”

McLauchlin, who retires in July, has served with the city for 43 years, beginning as a police dispatcher and working up through management until she was appointed city manager in July 2021. She is the first woman to hold the title of city manager of Key West.

McLauchlin started her education at what is now known as the College of the Florida Keys with an associate’s degree. She earned her bachelor’s degree from Barry University in Miami.

Her commitment to the community includes membership in the Rotary Club and the Key West Chamber of Commerce. She serves on many local boards and participates in numerous professional organizations.

The President’s Award tops off a career of devoted public service. McLauchlin received the Zonta Club of Key West Award for Public Service, the True Grit Award from Womankind of Key West and the Women of Integrity Award for public service from Samuel’s House. — Contributed

College of the Florida Keys leaders, including President Jonathan Gueverra (center, with red sash) honor retiring Key West city manager Patti McLauchlin during the college’s May 5 graduation ceremony. CONTRIBUTED

NOAA WORKS WITH FISHERMEN TO PROTECT SEA

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ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS STEP UP INSPECTIONS OF TURTLE EXCLUDER DEVICES ON BOATS

Just in time for the May 19 Endangered Species Day, NOAA’s Office of Law Enforcement worked with federal and state partners to protect turtles in Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary.

The sanctuary is home to five out of seven turtle species (hawksbill, green, loggerhead, leatherback and Kemp’s Ridley) protected under the U.S. Endangered Species Act, which turns 50 years old this year. From birth to adulthood, turtles face a daunting list of challenges, not the least of which is wide nets cast by commercial fishermen. There is a solution to this threat, and a federal agency is making sure it’s in working order.

NOAA’s Office of Law Enforcement recently conducted a joint operation aimed at protecting sea turtle species in and around the sanctuary — a key protected area in the Southeastern United States. The operation, TED TALK, brought together partners from NOAA’s Gear Monitoring Team and the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) to protect sea turtles by enhancing turtle excluder device (TED) inspections aboard fishing vessels.

To kick off the operation, officers participated in a TED-related training led by the gear monitoring team at the newly reopened Florida Keys Eco Discovery Center. After officers completed this training, they conducted a series of patrols and offshore boardings focused on inspecting TEDs and ensuring compliance with federal and state fishing regulations. The five-day operation targeted federal waters in the southern Gulf of Mexico, including the protected Tortugas Shrimp Sanctuary. Partners from the FWC and staff from the gear monitoring team assisted in the patrols and boardings.

During the operation, numerous vessels were boarded, with the majority found to be in compliance with TED requirements, or with minor infractions that were resolved through compliance assistance. In a few cases, TED and fishing violations were more severe and formal investigations were opened.

A TED is a grid of bars with an opening either at the top or the bottom of a trawl net. The grid is fitted into the neck of a shrimp trawl. Small animals such as shrimp pass through the bars and are caught in the bag end of the trawl. When larger animals, such as sea turtles and sharks, are captured in the trawl, they strike the grid bars and are ejected through the opening.

Through the National Marine Sanctuaries Act, a system of 15 national marine sanctuaries and two marine national monuments has been developed that seeks to protect America’s most iconic natural and cultural marine resources. Protected within these are important habitats like breeding and feeding grounds, coral reefs, kelp forests, and important artifacts.

“It is our job to enforce the rules and regulations designed to conserve these marine protected areas and the species that inhabit them,” said Manny Antonaras, assistant director of NOAA’s Office of Law Enforcement, Southeast Division. “By working with partner enforcement agencies we promote responsible and sustainable ocean use that helps preserve these special places for future generations.”

To report suspected violations of the National Marine Sanctuaries Act, call NOAA’s Law Enforcement Hotline, available 24/7 at 800-8531964.

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State and federal officers on board a vessel during a turtle exclusion device (TED) check. NOAA/Contributed

MILITARY MATTERS

AWARD PRESENTATIONS

Each month Key West MAC enjoys recognizing the best of the best personnel serving in our local military activities.

MONTHLY REPORT FROM KEY WEST’S MILITARY AFFAIRS COMMITTEE

Key West Military Affairs Committee’s (MAC) mission is to foster and strengthen the relationship between the military and civilians in our community.

PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE

It has been a busy month for military activities and events in Key West, especially with the commissioning of our nation’s newest warship, USS Lenah Sutcliffe Higbee, on May 13 at the Navy’s Mole Pier.

• Congratulations to Navy League Key West Council President Marty Jenkins and the Navy League Commissioning Committee for making the Higbee commissioning and all the events leading up to it such a resounding success.

• May is Asian-American Pacific Islander (AAPI) Month, during which our nation’s military pays tribute to the contributions and dedicated service of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders past and present. The May MAC meeting discussed various AAPI medal of honor recipients from the first in 1872 to the last in 1969 as well as the upgrading of 22 citations in 1996 from previous years.

• May is National Nurses Month and May 12, Florence Nightingale’s birthday, was International Nurses Day. It was no coincidence that the USS Lenah Sutcliffe Higbee commissioning occurred during this month, as Lenah S. Higbee was one of the first 20 members of the Navy Nurse Corps (NNC). She was also the first living female to be awarded the Navy Cross. Naval Branch Health Clinic Key West held an open house on May 12 in support of USS Higbee commissioning and to commemorate Nurses Week.

From left, Officer-in-Charge Fleet Readiness Center Lt. Cmdr. Jonathon Patnaude, Junior Sailor of the Quarter Malik McCallister, Blue Jacket of the Quarter Elijah Ali and MAC president Ron Demes. CONTRIBUTED

From left, MAC president Ron Demes, Fighter Composite Squadron VFC-111 Executive Officer CDR Kearbey Robinson, CMC William Simpkins, Sailor of the Quarter OS2 Michael Stinson and Commanding Officer CDR Matt Gibson.

From left, MAC president Ron Demes, NAS Key West Junior Sailor of the Quarter Cory Warmath, Acting CMC Jevar Williams, Blue Jacket of the Quarter Andrew Pham and NASKW Commanding Officer Capt. Beth Regoli.

From left, Rear Adm. Eric Peterson, Rear Adm. Cynthia Kuehner, Cmdr. Connie Braybrook and MAC president Ron Demes enjoy the Naval Branch Health Clinic’s open house to honor Nurses Month. CONTRIBUTED

1. From left, County Commissioner Jim Scholl, Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Michael Gilday and MAC president Ron Demes enjoy the Higbee commissioning reception. CONTRIBUTED

2. MAC members Juan LLera, left, and Bill Lay, right, greet fellow Cuban American, The Honorable Carlos Del Toro, Secretary of the Navy.

3. MAC president Ron Demes congratulates Petty Officer 2nd Class Nicholas Huynh for helping to save the life of someone having a heart attack aboard a commercial aircraft in November. He received a Navy Commendation Medal from the Secretary of the Navy earlier in the day.

MAC president Ron Demes, left, thanks guest speaker Chip Kasper, meteorologistin-charge at the National Weather Service’s Key West office, for his timely presentation on hurricane season.

U.S. Coast Guard Deputy Sector Commander, Cmdr. Rick Armstrong, left, is recognized by MAC President Ron Demes for his pending promotion to captain.

Sigsbee Charter School Principal Eli Jannes accepts a $500 check from MAC in support of Month of the Military Child.

MAC president Ron Demes, USN SEAL Museum representatives Mel Veasey and Allen Veasey accept a $500 check in support of their mission to help veterans in need, veterans’ families and their K-9 Project.

Dr. John Bratten, Ph.D., Professor and Chair Department of Anthropology , University of West Florida

GARDEN VIEW APARTMENTS TO OPEN OFFICIALLY ON MAY 23

103 AFFORDABLE UNITS ARE ALREADY CLAIMED

He also addressed some comments on social media that claimed children are not allowed in Garden View apartments.

“That’s not true,” Sterling said. “That would be a discrimination issue. Since all units are only one bedroom, we limited the number of people who can move into a unit at two. But if they then have a child while living there, it’s fine. They won’t be kicked out. And if a single parent moves in with a child and then has another, they won’t have to move out. But we also couldn’t have families of four or five people living in one-bedroom apartments.”

The tenant list includes local service workers, a probation officer with the sheriff’s office, a few city employees and many others, Sterling said.

The wait list for Garden View is currently closed, but could reopen in the coming months as everyone gets moved into the new apartments and comes off its waiting list.

AQUA NIGHTCLUB HAS NEW OWNERS

JONATHAN & MICHAEL BARRETT BUY COMPLEX FROM MICHAEL INGRAM

Affordable housing in Key West? Those words might elicit a chuckle as an oxymoron for those who have lived on the island for more than 15 minutes.

Yet, the city is trying to meet the vital need for workforce housing. On Tuesday, May 23, a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new Garden View apartments on Stock Island’s College Road will mark progress in the efforts to provide local residences for low- and middle-income residents of Key West and the Lower Keys.

“And then we’re hoping to start moving people in the next day, on May 24,” Randy Sterling, Key West Housing Authority director, told the Keys Weekly on May 15.

The $21-million, 66,000-square-foot project broke ground in 2019 and was funded by the Key West Housing Authority and built by local contractors Keystar Construction and Gulf Building. The 103 apartments are all one-bedroom, one-bath (each with a private balcony).

They will be occupied by people who applied and qualified or joined the KWHA’s waitlist late last year.

Ninety-two of the units are for lowincome residents, who will pay $1,321 per month. Eleven units for extremely lowincome residents will cost $264 per month, Sterling said. Of those 11, six are reserved for residents with special needs who will be referred by social service agencies.

“We had 650 applications for 103 units,” Sterling said, commending his staff for poring through and validating hundreds of income eligibility forms and applications.

The scramble for spots on the Garden View apartments’ housing list left a few members of the Facebook group Key West Locals with plenty to grumble about: “So, affordable is based on Key West rent, but salaries in Key West are not based on the rent. Actually we have some of the lowest (wages) in the state. That’s not ‘affordable,’” posted Julie Provey in the public forum.

Others, who secured a rental lease there or mentioned an acquaintance who had done so, lauded the city’s efforts: “I have a friend who (was) on the waiting list for a while. Finally she is getting in and can’t be more thrilled,” commented Jeff Stateler.

The cost of buying a home or renting an apartment in Florida has risen faster than in most other states in the past decade. In March of this year, lawmakers in Tallahassee acknowledged the woeful lack of affordable housing in the state by passing a $711-million plan to incentivize new building projects, including offering tax breaks and interest-free loans to eligible residents.

This dramatic shrinking of affordable rental options, which are often converted to more profitable vacation rentals, has left some Floridians — the Keys being no exception — paying rent that equals 30% or more of their income. Housing is considered affordable when it costs less than 30% of a family’s gross income, a formula the city of Key West says it used to calculate rent payments in the case of the Garden View development.

The new Garden View apartment complex is located at 5220-5224 College Road on Stock Island. The ribbon-cutting will take place at 10 a.m. on May 23.

MANDY MILES

One of Key West’s biggest entertainment complexes and drag cabarets has been sold to new owners.

Jonathan and Michael Barrett purchased Aquaplex, 711 Duval St., which includes Aqua Nightclub, 22&Co. bar, and Poke in the Rear, from Key West architect Michael Ingram, who has owned it for more than a decade.

“Michael and some friends brought me to Key West for the first time about 15 years ago, and on that trip, my firstever drag show was at Aqua,” Jonathan Barrett said. “So when some mutual friends mentioned that Michael Ingram was looking to sell, but wanted to keep its drag bar tradition, we were in.”

Ingram purchased the property from former owner Jill McDonald, who had converted the old Divas into Aqua.

“I’m 79 years old, and decided it was time for fresh ideas and new vision,” Ingram told the Keys Weekly on May 15. “Jon and Michael are wonderful people with great plans for the complex.”

Grant Poitier is an Aquaplex tenant who owns Poke in the Rear. His wife Jenn Stefanacci owns the adjacent 22&Co. Bar. Poitier said he has met with the Barretts and couldn’t be happier to be working with them.

“They’re great guys,” Poitier said. “They’ve owned about 109 Taco Bell restaurants around the Buffalo, Pennsylvania and Ohio area. They love Key West. They have a house here, and want to build a business. We’re really excited to work with them and they’re excited to do some upgrades. Our customers, friends and visitors should expect only good change to come from this.”

Aqua Nightclub, 711 Duval St., and the surrounding Aquaplex entertainment center has been sold. CONTRIBUTED

Poke in the Rear (left), featuring fresh poke bowls, is part of the Aquaplex compound and owner Grant Poitier is excited to work with the new owners. 22&Co. (right) bar is part of the Aquaplex entertainment center.

The new Garden View apartments on College Road are fully claimed by tenants who were on a waiting list. An official ribbon-cutting will take place May 23. MANDY MILES/Keys Weekly

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CONCHS SOFTBALL TO VIE FOR REGIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP

Key West downs

Somerset in extra innings for semifinal win

The Lady Conchs softball team came out of the gate ready to play on May 10, scoring two runs in the first inning of their regional quarterfinal game against Riviera Beach Suncoast. The Chargers were not just going to roll over, though, as they chipped away at the lead, tying it up in the third. Key West was determined to secure its chance to advance in the playoff bracket and poured on seven runs in the fourth inning to pull ahead. Solid defense, plus three more runs in the sixth inning, gave the Conchs a 10run advantage and the opportunity to retire an inning early in a mercyrule win.

Scarlet Niles led the team offensively, going 3-4 and stealing a pair of bases. Madelyn Perusse and Isabella Franco each had two hits and two RBIs. The remainder of the dozen Conch hits came off the bats of Dharma Murray, Alexandra Rodriguez, Skye Sterling, Tavyn Gage and Ty Cervanrtes. Defensively, Key West was error-free, effectively shutting down the Chargers after the second inning. Chloe Gilday took the win in the circle, striking out five batters while pitching 5-2/3 innings. Nevaeh Arnold came into the game with two outs and the bases loaded, ending the game in a single pitch with an out at first base and a final score of 12-2.

Senior, Key West Baseball

ANDRIS ‘LUCKY’ BARROSO

With a big game on the line, the Conchs can count on senior Andris “Lucky” Barroso to see them through. The 6’5” righty is imposing in physical stature but it is his ability to control the ball that strikes fear in batters.

This season, Barroso is 9-1 in games in which he started, with his only loss being to the top-ranked team in the nation. His stats this season include a save and a no-hitter. Barroso is near-perfect in fielding, with just one error in his four-year varsity career for the Conchs.

With a 3-for-4 performance at the plate and two stolen bases, junior Scarlet Niles sparked Key West’s offensive onslaught in their regional quarterfinal matchup. ELLA HALL/Keys Weekly

Key West is currently ranked No. 2 in its region and faced Somerset Academy Pembroke Pines in a regional semifinal game on May 16. It would take extra innings to finish the nail biter, as the Conchs secured a 7-6 win courtesy of a walkoff hit by Isabella Franco. With results available shortly before press time, stay tuned to the May 25 edition of the Keys Weekly for full coverage. The Conchs will now travel to American Heritage High School on Friday, May 19 with a regional crown on the line at 7 p.m.

Barroso is unquestionably a lightsout pitcher, but his contributions to his team do not end with his arm.

“He’s an outstanding teammate who leads by example as an athlete, in the classroom, and in the community,” said Justin Martin, Key West athletic director. “He truly embodies Conch pride in every aspect.”

For his solid performance on the mound and exemplification of a team leader, Andris Barroso is the Keys Weekly Athlete of the Week.

“Lucky is a fierce competitor who never lets the moment seem too big. He’s been a part of multiple no-hitters in his Conch career and has pitched in some of Conch baseball’s biggest moments in recent memory.”

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Justin Martin, Key West High School athletic director

By: Tracy and Sean McDonald

KEY WEST MASONS HOLD 50TH ANNUAL FIFTH GRADE TRACK MEET

Gerald Adams makes it a three-peat

On May 13, seven Keys elementary schools traveled to the Key West High School track to compete at the annual fifth grade track meet held by Key West’s Masonic Lodge No. 64. Horace O’Bryant, Poinciana, Gerald Adams, Grace Lutheran, Basilica School, Sugarloaf and Stanley Switlik brought their best athletes to toe the line in the 60, 100 and 400 meter dashes, 4x100m relay, softball throw, standing broad jump and tug of war.

Gerald Adams Elementary School won the overall top trophy, taller than many of the competitors, for the third year in a row, making a nice departing gesture for longtime principal Fran Herrin, who will retire at the end of the school year. The event was Herrin’s 35th. Sugarloaf School was the runner-up and Stanley Switlik traveled the farthest, bringing an entire cheering section to help the school’s squad claim the sportsmanship award.

Top teams in the girls 4x100m race included Sugarloaf (second, left), Gerald Adams (first, center) and Stanley Switlik (third, right).

GIRLS RESULTS

60 Meter Dash

1st Jemima Joseph | Poinciana

2nd Alice Benson | Sugarloaf

3rd Bella Edwards | Gerald Adams

100 Meter Dash

1st Alice O’Connor | Sugarloaf

2nd Fresnica Pierre | Gerald Adams

3rd Maren Shepard | Sugarloaf

400 Meter Dash

1st Nora O’Hearn | HOB

2nd Milly Santiago | Switlik

3rd Alice O’Connor | Sugarloaf

4x100m Relay

1st Bella Edwards, Francesca Fellini, Christelle Agenord, Fresnica Pierre | Gerald Adams

2nd Presley Graham, Kenley Rey, Mikenzi Sessem, Alice Benson | Sugarloaf

3rd Ashley Strama, Italy Gale, Fantine Mendez, Shaina Robinson | Switlik

Softball Throw

1st Shaina Robinson | Switlik

2nd Kinzley Moore | Gerald Adams

3rd Kassandra Perdigon | Gerald Adams

Standing Broad Jump

1st Mikenzi Sessom | Sugarloaf

2nd Bella Edwards | Gerald Adams

3rd Frenica Pierre Louis | Gerald Adams

Tug of War

1st Diane Pierre, Kassandra Perdigon, Jaelyn Estevez, Nicole Escoria, Ellie Blanco Uth Fleurstin | Gerald Adams

2nd Sanaika Decimy, Kyla Doughtery, Kamia Gale, Elise Hightower, Rebecca Guzman, Adrianna Stubbs | HOB

3rd Mikenzi Sessom, Ellen Van Aller, Kenley Rey, Bella Ortega, Alice O’Connor, Sophia Tsitlidze | Sugarloaf

The podium finishers in the boys 4x100m relay included Stanley Switlik (second, left) Gerald Adams (first, center) and Poinciana (third, right).

BOYS RESULTS

60 Meter Dash

1st Christian Rodriguez | HOB

2nd Carlton Howard | Gerald Adams

3rd Pierre Davis | Gerald Adams

100 Meter Dash

1st Carlton Howard | Gerald Adams

2nd Deon Cartwright | Gerald Adams

3rd Steevensen Felix | Poinciana

400 Meter Dash

1st Jonathon Sharpe | Sugarloaf

2nd Kolten Wright | Switlik

3rd Anthony Rodriguez | Gerald Adams

4x100m Relay

1st Deon Cartwright, Jean Jean Johnley, Pierre Davis, Anthony Rodriguez | Gerald Adams

2nd Miles Murphy, Maverick McDonald, Antony Barrera, Kolten Wright | Switlik

3rd Steevensen Felix, Wilkensen Carius, Lawrence Mutial, Eddy Brutus | Poinciana

Softball Throw

1st Mason Waldner | Gerald Adams

2nd Miles Murphy | Switlik

3rd Jimmy McCain | HOB

Standing Broad Jump

1st Jonathon Sharpe | Sugarloaf

2nd Mason Miller | Sugarloaf

3rd Kolten Wright | Switlik

Tug of War

1st Yaniel Teixeira, Julian Carrazana, Delante Wilson, Devin Henderson, Jimmy McCain, Cayden Gonzalez | HOB

2nd Rode Toussaint, Chay Blanco, Eddy

Brutus, Ben Kerry Noel, Lefnel Orelus, Gael Cisneros | Poinciana

3rd Mason Miller, Jonathon Sharpe, Marshall Johnson, Noah Taylor, Deon Cartwright (GAE), Angel Hernandez De Leon (HOB) | Sugarloaf

Horace O’Bryant’s Angel Hernandez De Leon, second from left, gets some TLC from teammates after a grueling 400 meter race.

The Horace O’Bryant boys tug of war team celebrates their victory.

Poinciana’s girls tug of war team digs deep in their matchup against Horace O’Bryant for third place.

Photos by TRACY MCDONALD/Keys Weekly. See more meet photos at keysweekly.com.

MARATHON LINEMAN FRANTZ NOEL SIGNS TO PLAY FOOTBALL AT AVILA

’CANES STAR GOALIE GOES NEXT LEVEL

Weinstock signs with North Carolina’s Barton College

Coral Shores’ record-setting goalkeeper Kaiden Weinstock recently signed an athletic scholarship to continue his soccer career at Barton College in Wilson, North Carolina.

playing goalkeeper at 9 years old. He recalls his dad telling him about his time at Boston University and FIU, which served as inspiration to the young goalkeeper to follow the family footsteps.

“I am very excited to move up to North Carolina and play in one of the most competitive conferences in Division 2 soccer, Conference Carolinas,” he said.

Weinstock thanked coaches Joe Massi and Ron Garces for helping him develop goalkeeping skills over the past four years. He also commended coaches Jorge Bosque and Andres Herrera for giving him the captain title this season.

Marathon High School has seen a flurry of college signings this month. As of May 11, add to the list Frantz Noel, the 6-foot guard and defensive tackle for the Fins. Frantz is a triple-threat athlete, playing on the gridiron and the soccer pitch and lifting in the weight room.

Noel is the second player to sign for the Avila Eagles in Kansas City, Missouri. He will be joining his teammate Dylan Globe, who signed earlier this month.

“I'm happy to have somebody I know up there,” he said.

Frantz will be playing on the offensive line this fall, as he's done in his entire career with the Dolphins. Frantz never thought he would be signing to play college football, but after his performance at the 2023 Orange Bowl Florida High School Football Showcase, the head coach of the Avila Eagles reached out with an offer.

“I was happy with it, so I took it," he explained.

He also expressed gratitude to his teachers, coaches and friends for all of their help and support over the years.

Last season, Weinstock had 217 saves, setting a school record for most saves in a single season. On top of receiving the most valuable player award this year, he was named to the all-county team two consecutive years. He also earned the 2023 captains award, 2022 outstanding goalkeeper award and 2020 jayvee goalkeeper of the year.

Weinstock, who signed his scholarship alongside family and school officials, said he had an experience like no other at Coral Shores.

“My freshman year I was overweight and didn’t make the varsity team. During my sophomore year, I lost 30 pounds and was under two senior goalkeepers,” he said. “My junior year I grew and earned the starting position making the all-county team for the first time. My senior year, my best year, I was a captain and led our team to a district final.”

Weinstock added that he always wanted to play college soccer since

“I would like to thank my mom for being a true soccer mom and always helping out with everything for both the team and myself. Lastly, I would like to thank my dad for teaching me almost everything I know and always believing in me even when I doubted myself,” Weinstock said.

Parents Jeff and Laura Weinstock said their son did some soul-searching and told them that the soccer journey isn’t over.

“He wanted the accolade of playing at the next level and he pursued that goal until it became his reality,” the Weinstocks said. ”He is looking forward to reaching his full potential with Barton College.”

Bosque, Hurricanes boys varsity soccer coach, said Weinstock worked hard to elevate his game to the college level.

“We’re all tremendously proud of his accomplishments. Barton is getting an outstanding goalie and an excellent young man as well,” he said.

From left, Laura Weinstock, Kaiden’s mom; principal Laura Lietaert; Rich Russell, athletic director; Weinstock; Ed Holly; and Jeff Weinstock, Kaiden’s dad. CONTRIBUTED

Marathon senior Frantz Noel, right, signs his letter of intent to play football at Avila University in Kansas City, Missouri. Pictured with him are his aunt Marie Baptiste, left, and cousin Henry Baptiste. RILEY McDONALD/Contributed

By: Tracy and Sean McDonald

POWER STRUGGLES ABOUND

CHRIS McNULTY

is an astrologer, wanderer, bartender and advocate for queer justice. He is a loquacious Gemini with a cozy Cancer rising. Find him at hearthandheraldastrology.com

he skies are feeling frisky this week. Right now, Mars and Pluto are opposite each other, staring each other down in a dynamic glare-off as if each were trying to assert dominance over the other. Mars, the planet of courage and anger, and Pluto, the planet of power and evolution, are showing us that tensions are high and power struggles are likely. While these two planets play tug of war with us in the middle, Jupiter is offering a way to break the tension. Jupiter is moving into Taurus for the first time in 12 years while in a 90-degree square to both Mars and Pluto. This suggests that, amid the deadlocked tension between will and power, celebrating simple pleasures is the way out. So when things get intense right now, remember to introduce some joy into the equation. Throw in a new moon in Taurus on Friday, a truly blessed and practical new beginning, and we should all have plenty of energy flowing around us to keep boredom at bay.

Here are your horoscopes for the new moon in Taurus. Read for your rising and sun signs.

TAURUS

April 20 - May 20

There is something powerful rumbling in the workplace like there’s some big change afoot, and no one is talking about it. It looks like you are also dealing with some aggressive communication coming your way. Just breathe, don’t take it personally, and remember that you are something special. Say a big “yes!” to yourself and let all the drama outside of you work itself out. This is a special new

Tbeginning for you, and it will help to get creative with your friends.

GEMINI

May 21 - June 21

There is a powerful pull for you to go on an adventure, but there are also financial issues that are aggressively challenging your plans. Time to channel your inner introvert because there is abundance available to you in your solitude. Perhaps save money by staying in. Perhaps being the quiet one (for once) when you’re out and about will unexpectedly present a new opportunity. Gemini, party of one!

CANCER

June 22 - July 22

You’ve been feeling a bit feisty lately, Cancerian, which is not your normal state. This fire in your belly is being challenged by some deep, emotional connections you have invested in. Before things get too tense, remember that friendships require levity and shared enjoyments, not just contracts and agreements. Try a new way of engaging with your supportive friends to defuse the intense power dynamics.

LEO

July 23 - Aug. 22

Hey Leo, looks like there’s something new happening at work! A promotion? A new job? A new bump in social status? Really enjoy this new energy coming in at the office (or whatever you call “the office”), and use it to dispel some of the inner frustrations you’ve been feeling connected to some intense dynamics in an important relationship. Let your work be your pressure release.

VIRGO

Aug. 23 - Sept. 22

There are always new things to learn and new roads to travel, and this new moon is offering you a horizon you haven’t crossed. You are pursuing powerful new rou-

tines in your life, and it looks like it might be creating some conflict with your friends, but finding joy in your new adventure is the way to break the tension. Right now, there is happiness in novelty for you.

LIBRA

Sept. 23 - Oct. 23

Are you paying off some debt, receiving an inheritance, or receiving some sort of return on investment? Perhaps you’re going into debt for a really good reason. However it’s panning out, you have a new beginning emerging regarding shared resources. Dive into it with joy and excitement. Use this positive energy to offset anger emerging at work and intensity coming through your personal creative endeavors.

SCORPIO

Oct. 24 - Nov. 21

You’ve got the zoomies! There is a lot of energy pulling you out on an epic quest, but there seems to be some really powerful and perhaps even psychological energy keeping you rooted at home. Breathe, baby. A really important relationship in your life that keeps you celebrating will help ease this tension. Enjoy a new start with a loved one right now.

SAGITTARIUS

Nov. 22 - Dec. 21

Are you starting a new diet? A new workout routine? A new daily schedule? This is the perfect time to get your daily order in order. Focusing on this part of your life will help you to alleviate the tension between your powerful communication style and some aggression coming from folks you have invested in. If people aren’t hearing you, focus on your own needs and let them come around.

CAPRICORN

Dec. 22 - Jan. 19

Creative joy is your best friend right now, Capricorn. Find your

creative outlet and dive in deep. There’s a powerful stress emerging between a loved one and your financial well-being, and the way to alleviate this tension is by putting that energy into an expressive project. All will work out, because your loved one is also helping you to find your creative voice in this process.

AQUARIUS

Jan. 20 - Feb. 18

Home and family are your saving grace right now. Take great joy in your home space and in the people you consider your kin, whether genetic or chosen. The energy you are putting into new routines is potentially bringing up a lot of unconscious baggage, and that is OK. A dance party at home will actually help you work this out.

PISCES

Feb. 19 - March 20

There’s a lot of power in your reflective space; maybe even some unconscious revelations are coming through in your meditations. Is there frustration in how you are creatively bringing this new awareness into the world around you? It looks like your fingers are furiously working, but you just can’t seem to get your meaning out. Relax and celebrate the people, places, and things that are intimately familiar to you. There are answers there.

ARIES

March 21 - April 19

Home and family are a focus for you, but it is creating some serious pressure with your friends. Do you want to stay in and they’re wondering where you are? Is your family requiring your energy but creating conflict with other hopes you had? Focus on your financial and material needs and have gratitude for how you are able to support yourself. As long as you keep your needs in focus, everything will work out fine.

TRY ‘BOOCH,’ NOT HOOCH AT CAYO’S KOMBUCHA

ANCIENT NON - ALCOHOLIC BREW FINDS FANS IN KEY WEST

AMY PATTON www.keysweekly.com

Have you been thirsting lately for a sparkling, invigorating cup of “booch?” I’m talking about the non-alcohol libation kombucha.

It’s a fermented drink that’s full of bacteria and yeast, comes in a wide variety of flavors and has been widely touted as the “tea of immortality” for centuries. Millions of its sippers swear by the formulation that is said to both invigorate the system and help strike a balance between the good and bad living microorganisms in the human gut.

So where can one find such a restorative, ancient non-alcohol cocktail? Right here in Key West, there’s a new place to find it: Cayo’s Kombucha Teahouse and Cafe, a cozy retreat at 1026 Truman Ave.

Cayo’s Kombucha is the brainchild and passion of local nurse practitioner Raquel Cecil, who is fully vested in her belief that kombucha products have a place in Key West as an alternative to alcohol, unhealthy sugary sodas and other commercial drinks.

“We created the space not only for the benefit of drinking less alcohol but to replace drinking with a superfood alternative that promotes gut health, but most importantly, improves brain function,” she said.

Cecil explained that, as a fermented tea beverage, kombucha is made by adding a symbiotic culture of bacteria and yeast to a solution of tea and sugar. As the fermentation process revs up gradually, those cultures metabolize the sugar/tea blend to render — tada! — a naturally carbonated beverage. “Our drinks are full of healthful components like B vitamins, organic acids, antioxidants and a tiny trace of alcohol,” she said.

On a recent visit to the cafe I met the friendly server and manager Omar Martinez, who served up a taste test of some of the offerings on tap: a fizzy, fruit-flavored variety of kombucha was light and refreshing, slightly sweet and tart.

“Drinking kombucha is truly a lifestyle,” Martinez said. “You really have to consume some form of kombucha every day to fully feel the benefits.”

No time to sit down for a glass at the bar? No problem. Cayo’s sells cans of the healthy stuff that can be purchased to go. Packaged snacks with healthful ingredients are also for sale at the shop.

Cecil has a long history promoting the use of alternative natural organics. Originally from Colorado, the nurse has called Key West home for nearly five years, and her history in the health care field spans over 20 years. She and her family wanted to make a positive impact on the island by offering non-alcoholic options to

the community. She fell in love with kombucha years ago as she witnessed the positive benefits it had on her own digestive issues and health as well as those around her. Besides the liquid offerings on tap at Cayo’s are a selection of mushroom coffees and adaptogen and nootropic products as well as some healthy vegan snacks.

“Everything we have here is small-batch, handpicked, raw and locally sourced,” Cecil said.

Bars without the booze are becoming increasingly popular in resort cities like Key West that are often notorious — fortunately or unfortunately — for the spectacular volume of alcohol imbibing. Those seeking a sober moment or two can visit the kava clubs, coffee joints in and around Old Town and, now, Cayo’s Kombucha.

Check out the cafe’s 25 flavors of refreshing kombucha, with many varieties served on tap.

Cecil swears by the benefits that balance the body’s “microbiome” and brain chemistry. Not to mention the fun of getting all this goodness in a tasty and refreshing drink.

So give your body a break from the booze and head over to Cayo’s Kombucha for a “shot” or two of the shop’s unique flavors of kombucha.

“Here you’ll find a community space where you can meet neighbors and strangers with whom to share a chat and a delicious non-alcoholic drink,” Cecil said.

Visit kombuchakeywest.com to find out more or call 305-619-6737 for shop hours.

13 YEARS OF PERFECT

ATTENDANCE

KEY WEST HIGH GRAD NEVER MISSED A DAY OF SCHOOL

Gianna Marchant will graduate Key West High School on May 26 having never missed a day of school in all 13 years.

She had perfect attendance in Broward County, where she finished seventh grade before moving to Big Pine Key, where she achieved the same at Sugarloaf School for eighth grade and then all four years of high school in Key West.

Marchant has been on the cross country team for 11th and 12th grades. She was on the track team 10th through 12th grades.

Marchant is also a gifted sewer and has been a fashion designer for the school’s fashion show fundraiser for the past two years. This year’s fashion show takes place Saturday, May 20 at 7 p.m. at the high school auditorium.

She was accepted to Florida Atlantic University, where she will start attending classes this summer.

Cayo’s Kombucha offers several flavors of canned and draft kombucha at 1026 Truman Ave., (across from Bare Assets). AMY PATTON/Keys Weekly

Key West High School graduate Gianna Marchant has never missed a day of school in 13 years. CONTRIBUTED

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‘MEAN GIRLS, HIGH SCHOOL EDITION’ LEADS TO SCHOLARSHIPS

15 STUDENTS LAND GRANTS FOR NEW YORK CONSERVATORY

Rob Baumgartner, a scout from the New York Conservatory of Dramatic Arts in New York City, came to Key West to work directly with the students, to see the show and to offer scholarships for NYCDA programs. Baumgartner said he has been pushing hard at NYCDA to establish a relationship with Key West because of his personal connections in the local theater community. Prior to opening night, Baumgartner held a workshop with the student performers to help make their performances more specific and to provide guidance on vocal technique. He also assessed who was interested in pursuing theater as a career. Based on his findings, he offered 10 $1,000 scholarships to NYCDA’s summer program and five $15,000 Rising Star scholarships to NYCDA’S degree program.

At the closing night cast party, the scholarships were handed out by KWHS Drama Club sponsor Rebecca Bertucci to the surprised students. Amid smiles, laughter, tears and hugs, the students celebrated their success with a bright pink Burn Book cake and a touching farewell to the senior cast members.

This weekend of May 12 and 13 at Key West High School was so fetch.

The Key West High School Drama Club, a program of Williams Hall, performed “Mean Girls High School Edition” for over 1,500 attendees in their two-night run at the high school auditorium on May 12 and 13.

In a surprise moment that mirrored the feel-good crescendo in a coming-of-age film, 15 Key West High School student performers were awarded scholarships to the New York Conservatory for Dramatic Arts at the closing night cast party.

“Mean Girls High School Edition” is based on the 2004 modern classic teen comedy film, “Mean Girls.” The story centers on Cady Heron (played by Key West junior Ruby Stover Sickmen).

Cady moves to Evanston, Illinois from Kenya in her junior year of high school, where she is quickly thrust into the world of high school politics and social navigation. Her new friends Janis and Damian (junior Riley Canalejo and senior Jackson Moore, respectively) convince her to fake her way into the elite clique known as the Plastics, a dominant social trio composed of queen bee Regina George (senior Maddox Lowe), social know-it-all Gretchen Wieners (senior and Drama Club president Mia Cawvey), and pretty-and-dumb Karen Smith (senior Caira Johnson). The story follows the highs and lows of teenage social dynamics when Cady uninten-

tionally transforms into a manipulative Plastic herself, but the poignant moral of the story is that being yourself is better than fitting in.

All of the students involved with this year’s spring musical deserve high praise, including the student production team who managed the stage, lights, sound and projections. Their three months of hard work putting this show together paid off tremendously as the cast and crew received standing ovations after each performance. Thanks to some goosebump-inducing vocal performances by the show leads, well-choreographed dance numbers, high-tech projections, and solid comedic timing, “Mean Girls High School Edition” transported audience members from Flagler Avenue to Broadway for two-and-a-half hours. And for some of the students, their work on the production paid off in ways beyond the well-earned pride this writer hopes they all feel.

Director Jeremy Zoma, affectionately known as Mr. Jeremy by the students, said, “It has been such an amazing experience getting to work with this cast and crew over the past few months. Their hard work and dedication truly paid off. They deserve all the recognition they can get and I could not be more proud of them.”

Kudos to the production team of Zoma (director/musical director), Emily Young (KWHS Drama Club program director at Williams Hall/“Mean Girls” producer), Rebecca Bertucci (technical director), Lauren Thompson (choreographer), Guy Hermelin (costume designer), Michael Marrero (lighting designer), and Max Sinclair (technical coordinator) for providing a professional theatrical container for Key West’s young performers to showcase their abilities. The Key West High School Drama Club is funded and produced by Williams Hall, a nonprofit community center and multi-denominational church on the corner of William and Fleming Streets.

To all of the Drama Club students, particularly Key West’s graduating seniors, “We see you there, we see you, you are all stars!”

$1,000 Summer Program Scholarships

Piper Acevedo (Mrs. George)

Lela Griffin (Mrs. Heron)

Luisfelipe Gutierrez Mitgans (Kevin G)

Carly Lefelar (Ensemble)

$15,000 Rising Star Scholarships

Riley Canalejo (Janis)

Mia Cawvey (Gretchen)

Caira Johnson (Karen)

Maddox Lowe (Regina)

Ruby Stover Sickmen (Cady)

Breana McKenney (Ms. Duvall)

Jackson Moore (Damian)

Jake Perez (Ensemble)

Emily Pucuharanga (Coach Carr)

Jennifer Santos (Ms. Norbury)

Sam Torna (Stage Manager)

Key West High School’s Drama Club wraps its production of ‘Mean Girls High School Edition,’ with 15 students receiving theater scholarships.

CONGRATULATIONS TO THE FOLLOWING NEW YORK CONSERVATORY OF DRAMATIC ARTS SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS

CHRIS McNULTY www.keysweekly.com

KEY WEST TOASTMASTERS — MORE THAN LEARNING TO SAY ‘CHEERS’

CLUB TEACHES EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION SKILLS

Have you ever heard about a Toastmaster club and wondered what it was? You aren’t the only one — and what a strange name. But some 280,000 people who belong to about 14,700 clubs in 144 countries do know what Toastmasters is. One of those clubs is in Key West.

A little background…

Ralph Smedley began an organization when he worked at a YMCA in California back in 1924. He realized effective communication skills are directly proportional to success in life and professionally. His first group met in the basement, but everyone was there because they were interested in improving their speaking skills in a supportive, informal environment.

Eventually, they named the group Toastmasters and word spread. Like most service organizations back then, it was only men.

Key West Toastmasters has been around since 1986 and boasts an impressive list of Key West leaders who have been members through the decades.

How does it work?

Specific information is at keywesttoastmasters. org. But most people join because they have a fear of standing in front of people to give a report, speak at a commission meeting, pray at church — any kind of speaking experience that makes them nervous.

The environment is friendly and nurturing, so it doesn’t take long to realize you can overcome this fear.

Members come from all aspects of the community from Key West to Marathon, as well as a reverse snowbird member from Michigan, Carol Prahinski, who is here for the summer and recently served on the Toastmasters International board of directors.

Current president Juan Benitez is from Argentina and works with Keller Williams Real Estate.

“I’ve been a member since September 2021. It’s had a great impact on my confidence towards communication and not just in public speaking, but how I communicated in general,” he said. “I’m very grateful towards the program.”

Grace Epperly, development coordinator at Wesley House, said, “I’ve only been a member of Toastmasters for about a year and a half, but I have already learned so much that has benefited me in my public speaking for Wesley House Family Services.”

Missy Martinez of Key West Hospitality Inns has not even been a member for a year, but

jumped right in and is finishing Level 2. “I joined Toastmasters in June 2022. I was petrified of giving a speech or talk in front of people. My first speech had me spinning all day, but with each speech I do I feel more and more comfortable. I didn’t think it was possible to lose my fear so quickly.”

It’s not a formal “course.” Attendance isn’t taken. You get out of it what you put in it. Everything in Toastmasters revolves around the club, which offers a learn-by-doing experience in which members practice speaking, communication and leadership skills in a comfortable atmosphere. There is no “instructor,” but rather members evaluate each other as an integral part of the educational program. Members also assume roles in the meetings, give impromptu talks on assigned topics, conduct meetings and serve as officers in various leadership roles. Hence the tagline, “Where leaders are made.”

The cost is $55 for a six-month membership, with an additional, one-time, new member charge of $20. If you move and join another club, you’re new to that club, not Toastmasters, so you never pay that again. Where can you get that kind of training for that amount?

Contests are held twice a year, starting with club contests. Winners progress to area, division and district finals. The winner of the district international speech contest then progresses to possibly become the world champion of public speaking at the annual international convention in August. Key West member Ben Jaindl competed in the Table Topics and Evaluation contests. Since the pandemic, they have been virtual and he finally got his trophies.

Key West Toastmasters meets on the second and fourth Tuesday for one hour at noon at the Gato Building. Visitors are welcome to observe or participate. For more information visit keywesttoastmasters.org or call 305-295-7501.

SHELF HELP

Staff from your Monroe County Public Library recommend some of their favorites from the collection.

What: “Honey, Baby, Mine” by Laura Dern and Diane Ladd

Why: The audiobook version of the new memoir, “Honey, Baby, Mine,” features the two great actors, Laura Dern and her mother, Diane Ladd, discussing the difficult and the joyous stuff of life. There are great insights about their careers, motherhood and peripheral characters like Tennessee Williams (Ladd’s cousin) and David Lynch. There’s also a lot of long-held hostility over a haircut, and a couple of family recipes because why not? I think “Honey, Baby, Mine” works extremely well as an audiobook, and can’t imagine the text (transcripts of their walk and talks) packs the same emotional punch without hearing their two voices and stunning delivery. Then again, the book does have pictures. This is a must-hear, but the library offers the book in print, e-book, e-audiobook and CD audiobook.

How: You can request books online by logging in to www. keyslibraries.org and get e-books and e-audiobooks 24/7 at www. estuff.keyslibraries.org. If you don’t have a card, you can visit your local branch or register online to get one. Questions? info@ keyslibraries.org

Recommended by: Michael Nelson, assistant director of public services

Key West Toastmasters President Juan Benitez congratulates member Ben Jaindl on receiving his trophies for winning the Table Topics and Evaluation categories of public speaking. CONTRIBUTED

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WALKING TO COMBAT THE STIGMA

THIRD ANNUAL MENTAL ILLNESS WALK AT LOAN DEPOT PARK

In honor of Mental Health Awareness month in May, the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Miami is hosting A Walk for Mental Health Awareness, on May 20 from 8 to 11:30 a.m. at Loan Depot Park, home of the Miami Marlins.

The event raises awareness and funding for local mental health services and has sponsorship and walk team opportunities available for those interested in participating. The walk is designed to combat the stigma of mental health, address the high incidence of suicide due to untreated mental health disorders and raise funds for NAMI Miami’s free programs offered in Miami-Dade and Monroe counties.

NAMI offers support groups, peer mentoring programs, outreach and educational classes. Despite the many challenges seen over the last three years, NAMI Miami engaged more than 21,000 students, young adults, adults, families and local leaders with its prevention, education, mental wellness and support programs. These programs are always offered at no cost to participants, led by NAMI-trained peer-leaders and remain confidential.

“NAMI Miami’s programs address the key barriers impeding half the population from seeking help for treatable mental health conditions: stigma, lack of knowledge about when to seek help and uncertainty about where to seek help. Untreated mental illnesses can lead to disability and to self-harm and loss of life,” said Susan Racher, NAMI Miami board chair. “We inspire those who are unwell to seek help, and we support them and their families in their recovery journey. This work is life-changing.”

According to the CDC, in 2020, an estimated 12.2 million American adults seriously thought about suicide, 3.2 million planned a suicide attempt, and 1.2 million attempted suicide. The psychological and financial effects of the past two years add urgency to NAMI’s outreach efforts. NAMI’s free programs augment clinical and therapeutic care, according to evidence-informed standards.

Sponsorship benefits are available for this event and range from $1,000 to $20,000. Sponsors will have the opportunity to join other organizations, corporations, foundations and individuals on a national level while supporting the effort to increase awareness of mental health challenges during one of the most arduous years in history.

More information is available at namiwalks.org/ miami, via email to Kate Edelson, kate@namimiami. org, or 305-665-2540 or 786-775-0667.

DON’T LET POWER OUTAGES BALLOON DURING GRADUATION

ADVICE FROM KEYS ENERGY SERVICES

Annual graduation festivities are a popular time for Mylar/metallic balloon sales. Not surprisingly, it is also a time of year utilities across the country experience numerous balloon-related power outages.

Keys Energy Services (KEYS) reminds its customers that Mylar/ metallic balloons that are allowed to drift away can land on power lines and in electrical substations, potentially resulting in power outages. Since 2010 KEYS’ customers have experienced over 58 power outages directly caused by balloons or kites.

KEYS recommends these safety tips for handling Mylar/metallic balloons:

• Keep Mylar/metallic balloons indoors and never release them outside.

• Secure helium-filled balloons with a weight heavy enough to prevent them from drifting away.

• Never tie a balloon to a child’s wrist. If the balloon comes in contact with electricity, the electricity could flow through the balloon to

the child, which could cause serious injury or death.

• Never attach metallic streamers/string to a balloon.

• When the celebration is over, puncture the balloon in several places and dispose of it to keep it safely away from power lines and electrical equipment. Partiallyinflated balloons can easily become airborne.

• Do not attempt to retrieve a balloon, or any object, tangled in power lines. Instead call KEYS at 305-295-1010 to report the problem.

“Our job is to keep the lights on, and we’ll do a better job of that if we can keep Mylar/metallic balloons from contacting our lines,” said Lynne Tejeda, KEYS’ general manager & CEO. “We ask that our customers show good judgment and never release a Mylar/metallic balloon outside,” she added.

In addition, balloons released in the air over an island are likely to fall into the ocean and pose a threat to marine life.

Balloons released for graduation and other events can cause power outages, and harm to marine life when they fall into the water. CONTRIBUTED

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FIND A FRIEND AT THE FLORIDA KEYS SPCA

The Keys Weekly family loves animals as much as our friends at the Florida Keys SPCA do, and we’re honored each week to showcase some “furever” friends that are ready, waiting and available for adoption at the organization’s Key West campus.

From cats and dogs to Guinea pigs, hamsters, rabbits, reptiles and birds, the perfect addition to your family is waiting for you. The SPCA’s knowledgeable staff will help with advice and care tips while working to ensure a good fit between each pet and its people.

The SPCA’s Golden Paw program also provides special assistance with vet bills and medications for special-needs and older animals that require a little extra TLC. Check these pages each week for just a few of the animals waiting for a home and see them all at fkspca.org.

The Ploggers met at Truman Waterfront on May 12 to clean up the area in preparation for the commissioning of the USS Lenah Sutcliffe Higbee the following day. Twenty volunteers collected 30 pounds of trash, 20 pounds of recycling and three gallons of cigarette butts. CONTRIBUTED

One hour a week makes a huge difference, and volunteers are welcome every Friday and some Saturday mornings, from 8 to 9 a.m., when the Key West Ploggers clean up a designated area of the island.

Gloves, pickers, buckets, vests, hand sanitizer and a parking pass are provided to all volunteers.

A troubling number of cigarette butts and plastic bags have been included in recent hauls. Please remember your reusable bags when shopping so we can keep the plastic off the streets, parking lots and, most importantly, out of the water. And dispose of cigarette butts in any receptacle rather than the street or sidewalk, as from there, they easily end up in the ocean.

The city of Key West and its residents ask everyone to do their part to help keep Key West beautiful. With simple steps like making sure you bag your trash before putting it in your Waste Management trash cans or Dumpsters, and making sure the lids on Dumpsters are closed, will keep a lot of trash from blowing into the streets. Call Waste Management at 305-296-8297 for any furniture items left on the city right of way.

Please pick up around your home or apartment complex. Every piece of trash picked up is one less that may end up in the ocean that surrounds and sustains our island community. It is not just the large items you can see easily when you are walking, but the smaller items such as bottle caps and cigarette butts that are collected by the volunteers that make the biggest difference.

It takes committed community involvement to keep Key West beautiful and we are making progress with every cleanup event and every spot that’s adopted. Call Dorian Patton at 305-809-3782 to find out how your business, nonprofit or club can help.

— Contributed

Friday morning cleanups

Friday, May 19: Smathers Beach Bridle Path — meet on the bridle path near the Dumpster across from the last entrance to Smathers Beach.

Friday, May 26: Caroline Street — meet in the city parking lot behind B.O.’s Fish Wagon.

Lele is a 5-year-old female medium mixed breed. She’s been waiting two years for a family, loves walks, people and will be best in a home without other animals.

Gelato is a 2½-year-old male domestic shorthair. He’s very loving, cuddly and loves showing off by playing with all his toys.

Sailboat is a 4½-year-old male domestic shorthair. He’s curious, charismatic and loves his treats.

Poppy

screened porches. She would do best in a quiet house where she gets all the attention.

is a 3½-year-old female domestic shorthair. Poppy loves watching the world go by in our

Pistachio is an adult leopard gecko. Meet with our staff to learn about how to care for these fun reptiles today.

TRIUMPH OVER TRASH!

OVER 12K POUNDS OF DEBRIS PULLED FROM MANGROVES AND SEAFLOOR IN ONE WEEKEND

TIFFANY DUONG

www.keysweekly.com

espite windy weather and rough seas, the inaugural I.CARE Trash Derby was a major success. The two-day event brought together tourists, locals, nonprofits and dive shops for a common goal: the largest-ever debris cleanup event in the Keys. Participants from throughout the Keys took up gloves and bags in the community fight against marine debris and coastal trash.

The three competing divisions were: land/ shore, private boats and dive shops. In total, participants cleared out a whopping 12,759.67 pounds of marine debris, plastic pollution and trash from our mangroves, coastlines and waterways.

Following the derby, a family-friendly ecofestival at Founders Park in Islamorada celebrated the beauty of the Florida Keys and those who work to protect it every day. “We hit our goal,” said I.CARE co-founder Mike Goldberg. “We’re so grateful to everyone and our partners and sponsors. We couldn’t do this without you.”

1. Marine debris in the Florida Keys is primarily made up of derelict traps and line that have come loose during storms

Photos by Tiffany Duong, Kurt Tidd, Morris Diving & Photography, Surfrider Florida Keys Chapter and Keys Dives

or been lost at sea.

2. Key Largo’s Silent World Dive Center won for most unique find: a stuffed monkey hanging in a birdcage, in the mangroves.

3. Local Pilar Rum and Florida Keys Brewing Co served up libations that kept everyone cool in the afternoon heat.

4. Key Dives instructor Nikki Sunshine uses a lift bag to haul up old line from the seafloor.

5. The Silent World Dive Center tackles the mangroves for a land-based shoreline cleanup as part of the Trash Derby.

6. Key Dives’ Day 12 boat celebrated cleaning up the seas and newly certifying two brothers, 12 and 14 years old.

7. Part of the I.CARE team manning the festival tent and helping to share more information on coral restoration. TIFFANY DUONG/Keys Weekly

8. Surfrider Florida Keys volunteers sort various trash and plastics found in the mangroves in Marathon during their land cleanup.

LEARN ABOUT CFK’S CONSTRUCTION APPRENTICESHIPS

FREE VIRTUAL INFO SESSION SET FOR MAY 25

The College of the Florida Keys (CFK) invites prospective students to learn about its Apprenticeships in Construction Technologies program at a virtual information session on Thursday, May 25 at 5:30 p.m. CFK is offering Electrical and Carpentry programs in Key West and the Upper Keys this upcoming fall semester, which begins Aug. 18. The deadline to apply is July 1.

The virtual information session will help prospective students learn about the trade professions, career outlooks, and CFK’s tuition-free “earn while you learn” programs. Attendees will receive a code to waive the $30 application fee. Registration for the event is required. Visit the College’s website at CFK. edu/apprenticeships to learn more and to register. To schedule a personal information session, contact Marissa Owens, CFK director of recruitment, at recruiter@cfk.edu or call 305-809-3207.

About CFK’s Apprenticeships in Construction Technologies:

CFK’s Apprenticeships in Construction Technologies offer opportunities to help individuals

train and advance in high-wage, high-demand construction careers throughout the Florida Keys. In collaboration with local construction businesses, CFK’s apprenticeship programs provide education and training in all aspects of the respective trades — from conceptual to practical skills. Through the College’s “earn while you learn” model, students are employed (and paid) full-time with a sponsoring employer that is partnered with CFK. They attend classes, which are tuition-free, while developing their skills through on-the-job training with their sponsor. As apprentice students advance through the program, their progress is rewarded with periodic wage increases. Upon successful program completion, an apprentice will be considered a journey worker and will receive a four-level certification by the National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) as well as a nationally recognized Completion of Apprenticeship certificate by the State of Florida.

— Contributed

CFK electrical apprentice Donald Chavez Moreno checks an electrical panel. CONTRIBUTED

LEGAL NOTICES

FICTITIOUS NAME

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned, desiring to engage in business under the fictitious name of FLORIDA KEYS COOKIE COMPANY located at 127 N. Rolling Hill Road, Tavernier, FL 33070 intends to register said name with the Florida Department of State, Tallahassee, Florida.

By: MNS22, Inc.

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FICTITIOUS NAME NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned, desiring to engage in business under the fictitious name of SUNRISE LIQUOR STORE located at 1510 Bertha Street, Key West, FL 33040 intends to register said name with the Florida Department of State, Tallahassee, Florida.

By: TOUGH NICKEL LLC

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DISTRICT V ADVISORY COMMITTEE

(DAC V) (From Mile Marker 90.940 to the Dade/Monroe County Line and any Mainland portions of Monroe County)of the MONROE COUNTY TOURIST DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL has an opening for a LODGING INDUSTRY REPRESENTATIVE – shall be owners or operating/general managers of motels, hotels, recreational vehicle parks, or other tourist accommodations which are subject to bed tax in the tax collection district for which they are applying.

Any person wishing to participate on the District V Advisory Committee of the Monroe County Tourist Development Council within the district so noted above, may request an application by emailing sydney@fla-keys.com. Completed applications should be emailed to sydney@fla-keys.com, or may be sent via U.S. Mail to the address below:

Department DAC Monroe County Tourist Development Council

1201 White Street, Suite 102 Key West, FL 33040

Deadline for receipt of applications at the above address is Friday, June 16, 2023, at 5:00 p.m. A resume may be attached to the application.

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NOTICE OF REQUEST FOR

COMPETITIVE SOLICITATIONS

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Wednesday, June 21, 2023, at 3:00 P.M., the Monroe County Purchasing Office will receive and open sealed responses for the following:

Monroe County Detention Center

Parking and Site Improvements

Monroe County, Florida

Pursuant to F.S. 50.0211(3)(a), all published competitive solicitation notices can be viewed at: www. floridapublicnotices.com, a searchable Statewide repository for all published legal notices. Requirements for submission and the selection criteria may be requested from DemandStar at www.demandstar.com OR www. monroecounty-fl.gov/bids. The Public Record is available upon request.

Monroe County Purchasing Department receives bids electronically. Please do not mail or attempt to deliver in person any sealed bids. Mailed/physically delivered bids/proposals/ responses WILL NOT be accepted.

The Monroe County Purchasing Department hereby directs that bids be submitted via email to: OMB-BIDS@monroecounty-fl. gov, no later than 3:00P.M., on June 21, 2023. Please submit your confidential financial information in a SEPARATE EMAIL from your bid and required documents. Your subject line on both emails must read as follows:

MCDC Parking and Site

Improvements 06-21-2023

LEGAL NOTICES LEGAL NOTICES

Files that do not contain this subject line WILL BE REJECTED.

Please note that the maximum file size that will be accepted by email is 25MB. Please plan accordingly to ensure that your bid is not rejected due to the file size. Should your bid documents exceed 25MB, in advance of the bid opening, please email: ombpurchasing@monroecounty-fl.gov so accommodations for delivery of your bid can be made prior to the bid opening. Please be advised that it is the bidder’s sole responsibility to ensure delivery of their bid and waiting until the bid opening to address or confirm your bid submission delivery will result in your bid being rejected. The bid opening for this solicitation will be held virtually, via the internet, at 3:00 P.M., on June 21, 2023. You may call in by phone or internet using the following:

Join Zoom Meeting https://mcbocc.zoom. us/j/4509326156

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NOTICE OF REQUEST FOR COMPETITIVE SOLICITATIONS

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Thursday, June 29, 2023, at 3:00 P.M., the Monroe County Purchasing Office will receive and open sealed responses for the following:

Engineering Design and Permitting Services for the Crane Blvd Shared Use Path Project on Sugarloaf Key 06/29/2023

The County requires the services of a firm or individual preapproved by FDOT to develop the design and permitting of a 5300 ft long by 10ft wide asphalt shared use path. The engineering design will conform to the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) design standards and include assessment of wetland impacts.

Respondents must be prequalified by FDOT for WORK TYPES

3.1 Minor Highway Design. The prime consultant, at a minimum must be pre-qualified by FDOT in Group 3 - Type 3.1 with respective type of work, subconsultants may be prequalified by FDOT in remaining Group or Types of work: Group 8, Surveying and Mapping

– 8.2 Design, Right of Way and Construction Surveying, 8.4 Right of Way Mapping, Group 9. Soil Exploration, Material Testing and Foundations – 9.1 Soil Exploration, 9.2 Geotechnical Classification Lab Testing.

The project will be funded through a Local Agency Program (LAP) Agreement with the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT); therefore, all Federal Highway Administration regulations and guidelines for use of federal funds will apply. The design is subject to approval of FDOT through the Electronic Review Comment (ERC) Process. Pursuant to F.S. 50.0211(3)(a), all published competitive solicitation notices can be viewed at: www. floridapublicnotices.com, a searchable Statewide repository for all published legal notices. Requirements for submission and the selection criteria may be requested from DemandStar at www.demandstar.com OR www. monroecounty-fl.gov/bids. The Public Record is available upon request.

Monroe County Purchasing Department receives bids electronically. Please do not mail or attempt to deliver in person any sealed bids. Mailed/physically delivered bids/proposals/ responses WILL NOT be accepted.

The Monroe County Purchasing Department hereby directs that bids be submitted via email to: OMB-BIDS@monroecounty-fl. gov, no later than 3:00 P.M., on June 29, 2023. Please submit your

confidential financial information in a SEPARATE EMAIL from your bid and required documents. Your subject line on both emails must read as follows:

Engineering Design and Permitting Services for the Crane Blvd Shared Use Path Project on Sugarloaf Key 06/29/2023

Files that do not contain this subject line WILL BE REJECTED.

Please note that the maximum file size that will be accepted by email is 25MB. Please plan accordingly to ensure that your bid is not rejected due to the file size. Should your bid documents exceed 25MB, in advance of the bid opening, please email: ombpurchasing@monroecounty-fl.gov so accommodations for delivery of your bid can be made prior to the bid opening. Please be advised that it is the bidder’s sole responsibility to ensure delivery of their bid and waiting until the bid opening to address or confirm your bid submission delivery will result in your bid being rejected.

The bid opening for this solicitation will be held virtually, via the internet, at 3:00 P.M., on June 29, 2023. You may call in by phone or internet using the following:

Join Zoom Meeting https://mcbocc.zoom.

us/j/4509326156 Meeting ID: 4509326156

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STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT WAUPACA COUNTY

CASE NO. 23CV56

PROGRESSIVE UNIVERSAL INSURANCE COMPANY

5920 Landerbrook Drive Mayfield Heights, OH 44124, Plaintiff, vs. ILDA DUMAS 300 Boyd Drive Key Largo, FL 33037, Defendant.

PUBLICATION SUMMONS

THE STATE OF WISCONSIN, To each person named above as a Defendant:

You are hereby notified that the Plaintiff named above has filed a lawsuit or other legal action against you. The complaint, which is also served upon you, states the nature and basis of the legal action.

Within 40 days after May 11, 2023 of this summons, you must respond with a written answer, as that term is used in Chapter 802 of the Wisconsin Statutes, to the complaint. The court may reject or disregard an answer that does not follow the requirements of the statutes. The answer must be sent or delivered to the Court, whose address is Waupaca County Courthouse, 811 Harding Street, Waupaca, WI 54981, and to Monique T. F. Williams, Plaintiff’s attorney, whose address is 2675 North Mayfair Road, Suite 600, Milwaukee, WI 53226. You may have an attorney help or represent you.

If you do not provide a proper answer within 40 days, the court may grant judgment against you for the award of money or other legal action requested in the complaint, and you may lose your right to object to anything that is or may be incorrect in the complaint. A judgment may be enforced as provided by law. A judgment awarding money may become a lien against any real estate you own now or in the future, and may also be enforced by garnishment or seizure of property.

Dated this 27th day of April, 2023.

YOST & BAILL, LLP

Attorneys for Plaintiff Attorney Monique T. F. Williams

State Bar No: 1116410 2675 North

LEGAL NOTICES

Milwaukee, WI 53226

Telephone: (414) 259-0600

Facsimile: (414) 259-0610

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 16TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA

CASE NO.: 23-CA-000201-P

Gregory K. Wunderlich and Theresa L. Wunderlich, individually, and as co-personal representatives of the Estate of Gerd L. Wunderlich, Petitioners, vs. Carl L. Wunderlich, Respondent.

NOTICE OF ACTION

TO: Carlos L. Wunderlich 2789 Ortiz Avenue Fort Myers, FL 33905

YOU ARE NOTIFIED that an action to “partition” the following property in Monroe County, Florida: 758 Dolphin Ave., Key Largo, Monroe County, Florida, more particularly described as: Lot 7, Block 2, According to the Plat of Oceana, as shown in that certain Deed recorded in Deed Book G-51, at page 198, of the public records of Monroe County, Florida. has been filed against you and you are required to serve a copy of your written defenses, if any, to it on Gus H. Crowell, the plaintiff’s attorney, whose address is P.O. Box 777, Tavernier, Florida 33070, on or before June 5, 2023, and file the original with the clerk of this court at 88770 Overseas Highway, Suite 2, Tavernier, Florida 33070 either before service on the plaintiff’s attorney or immediately thereafter; otherwise a default will be entered against you for the relief demanded in the complaint or petition.

Dated: April 27, 2023

Kevin Madok, CPA Clerk of the Circuit Court Monroe County, Florida

By: Yennis Holtz Deputy Clerk Publish:

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SIXTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA

CASE NO.: 2021-CA-726-K

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE

BY CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT

Notice is hereby given that the undersigned, Kevin Madok, Clerk of the Circuit Court of Monroe County, Florida, will, on the 31st day of May, 2023 at 11 o’clock a.m., at 500 Whitehead Street, Monroe County, in the City of Key West, Florida, offer for sale and sell at public outcry to the highest and best bidder for CASH the Following described property situated in Monroe County, Florida, to wit: Unit 5734, Week 45, Annual Windward Pointe, a Leasehold Condominium (“Condominium”), according to the Declaration of Condominium thereof recorded in Official Records Book 1803, Page 844, Public Records of Monroe County, Florida, and all exhibits thereto, and any amendments thereof (the “Declaration”).

Pursuant to IN REM SUMMARY

FINAL JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE AS TO COUNT(S) IX, X entered in a case pending in said Court, the 27TH day of April 2023

Syle of which is: WINDWARD POINTE II, LLC, A DELAWARE LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY

Plaintiff vs. ANY AND ALL UNKNOWN

PARTIES WHO CLAIM AN INTEREST AS SPOUSE, HEIRS, DEVISEES, GRANTEES,

LEGAL NOTICES

ASSIGNEES, LIENORS, CREDITORS, TRUSTEES, PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES, ADMINISTRATORS OR AS OTHER CLAIMANTS, BY, THROUGH, UNDER OR AGAINST ELLEN D. ABRAHAMS, DECEASED, ET AL

Defendant

And the Docket Number of which is 2021-CA-726-K WITNESS my hand and the Official Seal of Said Court, this 5TH day of May 2023.

KEVIN MADOK, CPA Clerk of the Circuit Court Monroe County, Florida

By: Shonta McLeod

As Deputy Clerk Florida Statute 45.031: Any person claiming an interest in the surplus from the sale, if any, other than the property owner as of the date of the Lis Pendens must file a claim within 60 days after the sale.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SIXTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA

CASE NO.: 2021-CA-786-K NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE BY CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT

Notice is hereby given that the undersigned, Kevin Madok, Clerk of the Circuit Court of Monroe County, Florida, will, on the 31st day of May, 2023 at 11 o’clock a.m., at 500 Whitehead Street, Monroe County, in the City of Key West, Florida, offer for sale and sell at public outcry to the highest and best bidder for CASH the Following described property situated in Monroe County, Florida, to wit: Unit 5334, Week 6, Even Year Biennial Windward Pointe, a Leasehold Condominium (“Condominium”), according to the Declaration of Condominium thereof recorded in Official Records Book 1803, Page 844, Public Records of Monroe County, Florida, and all exhibits thereto, and any amendments thereof (the “Declaration”).

Pursuant to IN REM SUMMARY

FINAL JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE AS TO COUNT(S) V entered in a case pending in said Court, the 27TH day of April 2023 Syle of which is: WINDWARD POINTE II, LLC, A DELAWARE LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY

Plaintiff vs. ANY AND ALL UNKNOWN PARTIES WHO CLAIM AN INTEREST AS SPOUSE, HEIRS, DEVISEES, GRANTEES, ASSIGNEES, LIENORS, CREDITORS, TRUSTEES, PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES, ADMINISTRATORS OR AS OTHER CLAIMANTS, BY, THROUGH, UNDER OR AGAINST MARY ELLEN KIMBALL, DECEASED, ET AL Defendant

And the Docket Number of which is 2021-CA-786-K WITNESS my hand and the Official Seal of Said Court, this 3RD day of May 2023.

KEVIN MADOK, CPA

Clerk of the Circuit Court Monroe County, Florida

By: Shonta McLeod

As Deputy Clerk Florida Statute 45.031: Any person claiming an interest in the surplus from the sale, if any, other than the property owner as of the date of the Lis Pendens must file a claim within 60 days after the sale.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SIXTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA

a.m., at 500 Whitehead Street, Monroe County, in the City of Key West, Florida, offer for sale and sell at public outcry to the highest and best bidder for CASH the Following described property situated in Monroe County, Florida, to wit: Unit 5212, Week 2, Annual Windward Pointe, a Leasehold Condominium (“Condominium”), according to the Declaration of Condominium thereof recorded in Official Records Book 1803, Page 844, Public Records of Monroe County, Florida, and all exhibits thereto, and any amendments thereof (the “Declaration”).

Pursuant to IN REM SUMMARY FINAL JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE AS TO COUNT(S) I entered in a case pending in said Court, the 27TH day of April 2023 Syle of which is: WINDWARD POINTE II, LLC, A DELAWARE LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY

Plaintiff vs. ANY AND ALL UNKNOWN PARTIES WHO CLAIM AN INTEREST AS SPOUSE, HEIRS, DEVISEES, GRANTEES, ASSIGNEES, LIENORS, CREDITORS, TRUSTEES, PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES, ADMINISTRATORS OR AS OTHER CLAIMANTS, BY, THROUGH, UNDER OR AGAINST MARY ELLEN KIMBALL, DECEASED, ET AL

Defendant

And the Docket Number of which is 2021-CA-786-K WITNESS my hand and the Official Seal of Said Court, this 3RD day of May 2023.

KEVIN MADOK, CPA Clerk of the Circuit Court Monroe County, Florida

By: Shonta McLeod

As Deputy Clerk Florida Statute 45.031: Any person claiming an interest in the surplus from the sale, if any, other than the property owner as of the date of the Lis Pendens must file a claim within 60 days after the sale.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA

PROBATE DIVISION

FILE NO.: 23-CP-15-M

DIVISION: MARATHON IN RE: ESTATE OF PETER F. SCHMIDT Deceased.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

The administration of the estate of Peter F. Schmidt, deceased, whose date of death was October 31, 2021, 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.

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: May 18, 2023.

Personal Representative:

Patricia S. Crenshaw

8104 Captain Mary Miller Drive

Shreveport, Louisiana 71115

Attorney for Personal

Representative:

Robert K. Miller, Esq.

Attorney Florida Bar Number: 359173

Cunningham Miller Rhyne PA 10075 Overseas Hwy PO Box 500938 Marathon, FL 33050

Telephone: (305) 743-9428

Fax: (305) 743-8800

E-Mail: service@floridakeyslaw. com

Secondary E-Mail: rmiller@ floridakeyslaw.com

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May 18 & 25, 2023

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SIXTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION

CASE NO.: 23-CP-000028-P IN RE: ESTATE OF TERRY MICHAEL BATES, Deceased.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

The administration of the estate of TERRY MICHAEL BATES, deceased, whose date of death was October 14, 2022, is pending in the Circuit Court for Monroe County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 88770 Overseas Highway, Suite 2, 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 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: May 18, 2023.

Personal Representative:

MICHAEL BATES

2650 Weinman Road

Wexford, PA 15090

Attorney for Personal

Representative: VICTORIA MIRANDA, ESQ. Florida Bar No. 1015363 HERSHOFF, LUPINO & YAGEL, LLP 88539 Overseas Highway Tavernier, FL 33070

E-Mail: VMiranda@HLYlaw.com

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SIXTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA

PROBATE DIVISION

FILE NO.: 2023-CP-57-P IN RE: ESTATE OF SONIA PAPINEAU

Deceased.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

The administration of the estate of SONIA PAPINEAU, deceased, whose date of death was February 12, 2023, 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

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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 SECTION 733.702 OF THE FLORIDA PROBATE CODE 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 first publication of this notice is: May 18, 2023.

Personal Representative:

GINA P. GALLERINI

14902 Forest Landing Circle

North Potomac, MD 20850

Attorney for Personal

Representatives:

URBAN J. W. PATTERSON, ESQ.

Email: ujwplaw@gmail.com

Secondary Email: ujwplawfirm@ yahoo.com

Florida Bar No. 382035

Urban J. W. Patterson, P.A.

P.O. Box 783

Islamorada, Florida 33036

Telephone: 305-664-5065

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CASE NO.: 23-CP-000046-P

IN RE: ESTATE OF STANLEY G. BRYAN, Deceased.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

The administration of the estate of STANLEY G. BRYAN, deceased, whose date of death was December 25, 2022, is pending in the Circuit Court for Monroe County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 88770 Overseas Highway, Suite 2, 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 ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF THREE (3) MONTHS

AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR THIRTY (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 THREE (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: May 18, 2023.

Personal Representative:

Stanley G. Bryan, Jr. Attorney for Personal

Representative:

Amy J. Fanzlaw, B.C.S.

Board Certified in Elder Law

Board Certified in Wills Trusts & Estates Florida Bar No. 054860

Osborne & Osborne, P.A. 1515 S. Federal Highway, Suite 106 Boca Raton, Florida 33432

Telephone: (561) 395-1000

Fax: (561) 368-6930

Email: AJF@osbornepa.com

Secondary Email: LFB@ osbornepa.com

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May 18 & 25, 2023

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA

PROBATE DIVISION

FILE NO.: 2023-CP-000114-K

IN RE: ESTATE OF ROBERT A. FLETCHER Deceased.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

The administration of the estate of ROBERT A. FLETCHER, deceased, whose date of death was March 16, 2023, is pending in the Monroe County Courthouse-Key West, Probate Division, the address of which is 500 Whitehead Street, Key West, FL 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

CROSSWORD SOLUTION

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: May 18, 2023.

Personal Representative: ROBERT S. FLETCHER, Petitioner 20 Brewer Lane Duxbury, MA 02332

Attorney for Personal

Representatives:

SHARON QUINN DIXON Florida Bar No. 350311

Stearns Weaver Miller Weissler

Alhadeff & Sitterson, P.A.

Attorneys for Petitioner

2200 Museum Tower 150 West Flagler Street Miami, Florida 33130

Telephone: 305-789-3200

E-mail: sdixon@stearnsweaver.

com

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May 18 & 25, 2023 The Weekly Newspapers

IN THE SIXTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COURT IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION

FILE NO: 22-CP-000108-P IN RE: ESTATE OF HOLLY J. TREJO Deceased.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

The administration of the estate of Holly J. Trejo, deceased, whose date of death was May 2, 2021, is pending in the Circuit Court for Monroe County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 88820 Overseas Highway, Tavernier, Florida 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 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: May 18, 2023.

Personal Representative: John C. Trejo 476 Bahia Avenue Key Largo, Florida 33037

Attorney for Personal

Representative:

Gary W. Lyons, Esquire Florida Bar No. 268186 McFarland, Gould, Lyons, Sullivan & Hogan, P.A.

311 S. Missouri Ave. Clearwater, FL 33756 Telephone: (727) 461-1111

E-mail Addresses: glyons@mglegalteam.com mpenny@mglegalteam.com

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SIXTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA

PROBATE DIVISION

CASE NO.: 23-CP-000049-P

IN RE: ESTATE OF MARY ANN GIBUS, Deceased.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

The administration of the estate of MARY ANN GIBUS, deceased, whose date of death was February 21, 2023, is pending in the Circuit Court for Monroe County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 88870 Overseas Highway, Suite 2, 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 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: May 11, 2023.

Personal Representative:

Lynn V. Gibus Mohr 4901 Shore Line Dr. Polk City, FL 33868 Attorney for Personal Representative: VICTORIA MIRANDA, ESQ. Florida Bar No. 1015363 HERSHOFF, LUPINO & YAGEL, LLP 88539 Overseas Highway Tavernier, FL 33070

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E-Mail: VMiranda@HLYlaw.com

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May 11 & 18, 2023

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 16TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA CASE NO.: 23-DR-231-P

DIVISION: FAMILY

IN RE: THE MARRIAGE OF: KATHIA MARIE MOYA Petitioner, and, PEDRO GARCIA III, Respondent.

NOTICE OF ACTION FOR

PATERNITY

TO: Pedro Garcia III

LAST KNOWN ADDRESS: 20826 SW 85th Court, Cutler Bay, FL 33189

YOU ARE NOTIFIED that an action for Paternity has been filed against you and that you are required to serve a copy of your written defenses, if any, to it on Kathia Marie Moya, whose address is 49 Silver Springs Drive, Key Largo, FL 33037 on or before June 4, 2023, and file the original with the clerk of this Court at 88770 Overseas Highway, Tavernier, FL 33070, 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. Copies of all court documents in this case, including orders, are available at 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: May 2, 2023

Kevin Madok, CPA Clerk of the Circuit Court Monroe County, Florida

By: Michelle Kosiek Deputy Clerk Publish: May 4, 11, 18 & 25, 2023

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AUTOS WANTED

AUTOS ALL YEARS! Junk or Used Cars, Vans, Trucks. Runs or Not. $CASH 305-332-0483

BOATS FOR SALE

1989 Parker Southwester Cabin Boat w/2008 250hp Suzuki 4 stroke w/130 hrs. Hull newly painted w/ Alexseal. Located in Marathon. $25,000 910-269-7629

Marlow-Hunter 18' Daysailer w/spinnaker, Mercury fourstroke 3.5 engine, and trailer. Excellent condition. Lots of fun! Located in Middle Keys. $6,500 215-317-4073

BOAT MISC FOR SALE

2-Yamaha F300's For Sale in Marathon. Motors are still mounted & ready to check outmy new motors are ready. Both motors: 4 blade SS. Fly by wire including 2 Station rigging. Excellent services. Runs perfect. (1) 2019 Yamaha F300, 1530 hrs. RH 25' shaft, $17k OBO. (1) 2014 Yamaha F300, 3500 hrs. LH 25' shaft, $10k OBO Johnny Maddox 305-481-3259

BOAT SLIP FOR RENT

Boat Dockage for rent in Marathon. Private bay bottom, up to 40' boat, self containing, offshore water, car & dingy parking provided. 305928-9057

COMMERCIAL/ OFFICE SPACE

1100 sq ft Office Space available for rent in Marathon. $2,000 triple net 305-928-9258

EMPLOYMENT

HIRING: PATIENT COORDINATOR/FRONT DESK. Full-time opportunity at dental specialist practice in Key Largo. Looking for organized and personable personality. 3 days in office, 2 days either in office or remote. Salary open. Reply to Workout798@ aol.com or call (954)292-5708

City of Marathon Current Job Openings: WW Operator/Controls Trainee, and Right of Way Technician. Full Benefits. EOE Please see City website for details www.ci.marathon.fl.us

Groundskeeper/ Maintenance person, KCB, Sea Isle Condominium, 20 - 40 hrs. per week, $24 per hr., apply by e-mail to HardingThomasL@aol.com, text or call 734-476-0531.

Coast to Coast Pizza Company in Marathon is looking for front of the house cashier, part time. Will train, but should be outgoing with leadership traits and wellorganized, self-motivated, with a passion for customer service. Salary commensurate with experience and includes tips and 401k. Please call Nicole at 305-433-0515, or email nicole@ themoongroupfl.com.

The Housing Authority of the City of Key West now hiring the following positions: Cook, Maintenance Administrative Assistant (bilingual preferred) Maintenance Mechanic (Maintenance Worker), Med Tech, and Grounds Caretaker. To apply, please contact Human Resources at: martinezm@kwha.org or 305-296-5621 Applications are available at the Administrative Office located at 1400 Kennedy Dr., Key West, FL 33040 or online at www.kwha.org - EOE & Drug Free Work Place. This opportunity is covered under Section 3 of the HUD Act of 1968.

Food for Thought in Marathon is hiring! FT and PT positions available, customer service, retail and kitchen prep. Healthy lifestyle and good sense of humor preferred. Call (305) 743-3297

The Cabana Club, an ocean front private swim club is seeking a Customer-Service Oriented Server for the pool deck, beach and/or bar lounge. Open year round, 10am-7pm daily. Small friendly staff. Above average hourly wage plus tips. Apply in person at 425 E. Ocean Dr. Key Colony Beach or call 404-219-3359 and ask for Dave.

Immediate openings for experienced plumbers and helpers (with or without experience - we will train the right person). Must have a valid driver's license & clean driving record. Please apply in person at 10700 5th Avenue Gulf, Marathon or email resume to: eerpinc@gmail.com

Boat rental company in Marathon needs an Outboard Mechanic. Some general marina work, and boat experience a plus. Call 305-481-7006

Dolphins Plus Marine Mammal Responder now hiring Guest Service Representative - responsibilities include assisting guests at our Key Largo and Islamorada locations, making reservations and/or answering questions over phone and in-person, taking and processing photos, and checking-in and out guests visiting our facility. To apply, please send your resume to andreaw@dpmmr.org.

NOW HIRING: Sweet Savannah's is now hiring for multiple positions: Cashier - must be 16 yrs or older, Full- time Baker & Part-time Baker's Assistant. Stop by for an application at 8919 Overseas Highway, Marathon or email: info@sweetsavannahs.com

Place your Employment Ad here for $25.00/week for up to five lines of copy. Call 305-743-0844 today!

HOBBIES/COLLECT.

PRIVATE COLLECTOR

WANTS Rolex, Dive Watches and Pilot Watches. Old Model Military Clocks & Watches. Call 305-743-4578

HOUSING FOR RENT

2 Bedroom 1 Bath in Marathon. Tile, carpet, appliances, gated property. No pets. $2400/mo. 305-610-8002

Shell World Key Largo, seeking engaging, dependable, experienced person(s) to work with the team at Mile Marker 97.5, Full-time and part-time opportunities available, some weekend and evening hours. Opportunities for advancement, great benefits, competitive salary and flexible hours. Please stop by and fill out application or Fax resume to 305-852-9639.

RV LOT FOR RENT

RV Site for rent in Marathon. Up to 35', private gated property. $1,500/mo + utilities. Dockage available - inquire for price. 305-610-8002 up to five lines of copy. Call 305-743-0844 today!

YARD SALES

Place your YARD SALE Ad here for $25.00/week for up to five lines of copy. Call 305-743-0844 today

NOW HIRING FT FRONT OFFICE ASSISTANT MARATHON, FL

Duties to include invoice and inventory entry, booking airline shipments, creating and filing paperwork for international shipments, scheduling inspections needed for international shipments, customer communication and tracking, creating and maintaining customer accounts and some customer service. Must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel. This position requires high attention to detail and the ability to multitask. Compensation will be dependent on experience.

Benefits package including vacation, sick days, holidays and 401K PSP retirement plan. Please send cover letter and resume to sales@dynastymarine.net for consideration. No phone calls please. dynastymarine.net

THE FLORIDA KEYS AQUEDUCT AUTHORITY IS LOOKING TO FILL POSITIONS THROUGHOUT THE KEYS

Middle Keys Distribution Systems Operator D

Middle Keys Leak Control Technician C

Upper Keys Temporary Distribution Systems Operator D

Benefit package and salary is extremely competitive!

See Job description, salary and on-line application at www. aa.com/employment EEO, VPE, ADA, DFW

DOLPHIN RESEARCH CENTER IS HIRING

Dolphin Research Center has Full-Time/Part-Time, Permanent/Temporary Gift Shop positions that involve direct contact with our visitors & is another opportunity to ensure they leave DRC with a happy & positive experience. Some of the duties involve; being familiar with all merchandise in the selling area, suggest specific merchandise & offer product advise. Walk around the grounds and see dolphins every day.

Job description available at www.dolphins.org. E-mail your resume and a DRC application to drc-hr@dolphins.org. EOE

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

Mon-ThursOPENDAILY 11am-9pm Friday&Saturday11am-10pm

IS HIRING!

This position is available at our Adult Day program. This position provides direct care service and support to our clients in the day program. This position requires the minimum of high school completion or GED. English language, speaking and writing, proficiency is a must.

FL Driver’s license w/clean driving record, pre-employment training online and in person. Ability to pass a Level II background screening and references. EOE. Apply at the MARC office, 1401 Seminary Street, Key West – or online at www.marchouse.org. For more information, please contact hr@marchouse.org, phone: 305-294-9526 *32

IS HIRING!

PLANT STORE MANAGER TRAINEE

MARC is looking for a 40-hr/wk. Manager Trainee Good social/business skills, above average computer skills required (knowledge of POS a plus). Knowledge of tropical plants helpful. Requires a lot of manual labor and must be able to lift at least 50 pounds.

FL driver’s license w/good driving record, references and background screening required. EOE

Apply at the MARC office, 1401 Seminary Street, Key West – or online at www.marchouse.org. For more information, please contact hr@marchouse.org, phone: 305-294-9526 *32

IS HIRING!

SUPPORTED LIVING COACH FULL TIME

Responsibilities include management of developmentally disabled clients in independent living environments, management of office and In Home Support staff. Must be available for some evenings and weekends. Bachelor’s degree in related field or year for year experience working with developmentally disabled clients in lieu of degree. Background screening, current FL driver’s license, and references required. Salary commensurate with experience. EOE

Apply at 1401 Seminary St, Key West or online at marchouse.org. For more information, please contact hr@marchouse.org or phone 305-294-9526 *32

IS HIRING!

DIRECT CARE STAFF  GROUP HOMES 24/7 FT/PT

MARC is looking for Direct Care Staff – Group Homes 24/7 (FT/PT). Position requires a minimum of high school completion and 1 yr. exp. or 1 yr. college. English language, speaking and writing, proficiency is a must. FL driver’s license w/good driving record, references and background screening required. EOE

Apply at the MARC office, 1401 Seminary Street, Key West – or online at www.marchouse.org.

For more information, please contact hr@marchouse.org, phone: 305-294-9526 *32

e Turtle Hospital Aquarist

e Turtle Hospital has a PT/FT opening for an Aquarist. Major duties consist of: maintenance, repair and cleaning for water filtrations systems and life support systems, water quality monitoring, habitat maintenance and cleaning. Must be physically fit, able to lift 75 pounds and work outdoors. Handyman skills and knowledge of plumbing and electrical systems required. Compensation dependent on experience. Stop by to complete an application or email your resume to turtlehospitalmarathon@gmail.com

• FULL TIME PROJECT MANAGER

• CARPENTERS & LABORERS

• EQUIPMENT OPERATOR

• ACCOUNTS PAYABLE

Must have valid Driver’s License & Transportation

Location: Upper Keys Send resume to: admin@cbtconstruct.com Or call: 305-852-3002

Experience

DUI EVALUATOR/ INSTRUCTOR

The Advocate DUI Program is hiring for part time positions. DUI instructors and evaluators - 2 days a week, Bachelors or Masters degree in substance abuse eld required. Bilingual preferred, not required. Of ce located in Marathon. Contact Marcia at 305-704-0117.

NOW HIRING

DIVE INSTRUCTOR DIVEMASTER

TOUCH TANK ATTENDANT GUEST SERVICES

PART-TIME LAWN MAINTENANCE ASSISTANT MANAGER

Please contact April at 305.407.3262 or april@floridakeysaquariumencounters.com for more information.

11710 OVERSEAS HWY, MARATHON

Keys Energy Services, in Key West, Florida, is accepting applications for the following position in its Transmission & Distribution Department:

SUBSTATION ELECTRICIAN

Starting pay rate for this position, depending on quali cations and experience: $40.35/hr. - $45.19/hr. For more information, including job duties and required quali cations, and to apply for the job, please visit their website at www.KeysEnergy.com.

KEYS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

KEYS promotes a Drug-Free Workplace.

Certain service members, veterans, the spouses and family members of service members and veterans, receive preference and priority in employment, and are encouraged to apply for positions being lled.

Keys Energy Services, in Key West, Florida, is accepting applications for the following position in its Executive Department:

TRANSMISSION AND DISTRIBUTION

T&D ELECTRICAL ENGINEER

Starting pay rate for this position, depending on qualifications and experience: $108,332/annually$111,365/annually

For more information, including job duties and required qualifications, and to apply for the job, please visit their website at www.KeysEnergy.com.

KEYS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

KEYS promotes a Drug-Free Workplace.

Certain service members, veterans, the spouses and family members of service members and veterans, receive preference and priority in employment, and are encouraged to apply for positions being filled.

MAINTENANCE POSITION WITH BUSY NONPROFIT

FT with benefits. Long-term position w/room for growth. Valid DL required. Must have maintenance or related experience, computer skills and relate well with people. Very physical position, heavy lifting, heat, etc. Drug-free workplace, EOE. Please

e Turtle Hospital in Marathon

Join our team! Full and part-time Educational Program Guides/ Gift Shop Sales. Public speaking & retail sales experience helpful. $17.00/hour to start. Send resume to: TurtleHospitalMarathon@gmail.com

We are now hiring for the following positions:

CDL Drivers

Applicants must apply in person to be considered.

4290 Overseas Hwy, Marathon

OPENINGS AVAILABLE

TAVERNIER MARINERS HOSPITAL

- Line Cook

- Medical Technologist, $15,000 Bonus

- Multi-Modality Imag Tech, $9,000 Bonus

- Patient Experience Advocate

- Pool Physical Therapist

- Registered Nurse, up to $25,000 Sign on Bonus

- Registered Respiratory Therapist, up to $15,000 Sign on Bonus

MARATHON FISHERMEN’S COMMUNITY HOSPITAL

- Cook, $5,000 Bonus

- Emergency Dept Team Coordinator

- Environmental Tech, $5,000 Bonus

- Lead Med Technologist, $15,000 Bonus

- Medical Technologist, $15,000 Bonus

- Multi-Modality Imag Tech, $9,000 Bonus

- Nurse Manager, Emergency Dept, $20,000 Bonus

- Nurse Practitioner

- Patient Experience Advocate

- Pool Physical Therapist

- Registered Nurse, up to $25,000 Sign on Bonus

- Sanitation Technician

- Security Of cer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. APPLY AND LEARN MORE careers.baptisthealth.net or call 786-243-8507

DOLPHIN RESEARCH CENTER IS

Visual Communications (Full-Time/Part-Time, Seasonal)

Volunteer Resources

Administrative Assistant (Full-Time, Permanent)

Human Resources Assistant (Part-Time, Permanent)

Guest Services Staff (Full-Time/Part-Time, Temporary/Permanent) Accounting Director (Full-Time, Permanent) DOLPHIN RESEARCH

Oceanside Safari Restaurant & Lounge in Islamorada is NOW OPEN and serving lunch and dinner 7 days a week.

Open interviews Monday – Friday from 11am to 4pm at Oceanside Safari. Located at MM 73.5 right on the ocean at Caloosa Cove Marina, 73814 Overseas Highway, Islamorada.

NOW HIRING

FOH: HOSTS, SERVERS, BARTENDERS, BUSSERS, RUNNERS.

BOH: LINE COOKS, PREP COOKS, DISHWASHERS.

Great pay, benefits and perks. We offer a stable 40 hrs-per-week to our hourly employees, and more hours if you want! Part-time positions available if you are looking for a second job, or after-school job.

No Inglés. No Problema. Lo importante es que trabajes bien. Pa gen angle. Pa gen pwoblèm. Tout sa ki enpòtan se ke ou travay byen. We have re-opened as a brand-new fullservice restaurant & bar, with a full kitchen with all brand new equipment, a beautiful bar, indoor and outdoor seating, and a beachfront lounge on our own private beach. COME JOIN US!

**We are an Equal Opportunity Employer** Oceanside Safari Restaurant & Lounge, 786-626-6124 73814 Overseas Highway, Islamorada, FL 33036

THE GUIDANCE/CARE CENTER, Inc. IS HIRING!

GCC offers excellent benefits for full-time employment, but we realize some would prefer part-time to enjoy the Florida Keys lifestyle more. All positions can be considered for full or part-time unless notated. Apply at westcare.com and enter your availability.

KEY LARGO

Behavioral Health Counselor (Children) Crisis Counselor

KEY WEST

Behavioral Health Therapist (Child, Adult)

Behavioral Health Counselor (Children) Crisis Counselor

Case Managers (Adult, Forensic, Children)

*Advocate (PT only)

Substance Abuse Counselor Peer Support Specialist

MARATHON

Prevention Specialist (or KW) Care Coordinator

Behavioral Health Therapist (Child, Adult)

RNs - 3 shifts (also Per Diem)

Maintenance Specialist

*Behavioral Health Technicians

3 shifts (also Per Diem)

*Support Worker – Assisted Living

*No experience required for these positions. Will train. A caring heart & helpful hands required.

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THEME: THE 1990s

ACROSS

1. Deep cavity

6. Weasel-related onomatopoeia

9. Supernatural life force

13. French treat

14. Snake-like fish

15. Major Italian city

16. Ring around the sun, pl.

17. Pitcher’s stat

18. Donated part

19. *Russian President

21. *”Nevermind” band

23. *”Walkin’ on the ____” by Smash Mouth

24. Google search tool

25. Took the bait

28. Between larva and adult

30. Data input device

35. U in I.C.U.

37. Dems’ opponents

39. One of Florida Keys

40. Be furious

41. *Canada/Mexico/U.S. trade agreement acronym

43. Agitate

44. Between free and freest

46. Molokai party

47. *Telephone Tammy or Sky

Dancer

48. Unquestioning ones

50. Greek muse’s strings

52. Slightly insane

53. Messy substances

55. Santa ____ winds, CA

57. *TV show with Central Perk

61. *Popular Disney movie with a genie

65. Caterpillar precursor

66. Accompanies wisdom?

68. *Pinky or The Brain

69. Architectural projection

70. CrËme de cassis plus wine

71. Un-written exams

72. ____pool or ____pit

73. One or some or all

74. Find new tenant

DOWN

1. *”____ Breaky Heart” by Billy Ray Cyrus

2. Highlands hillside

3. Raise the roof

4. Leopard marks

5. Bungle (2 words)

6. Part of a hammer

7. “____ the land of the free...”

8. Heathrow craft

9. Type of missile, accr.

10. Aquarium organism

11. Indian bread

12. “____ Kerenina” by Tolstoy

15. Breadcrumb, e.g.

20. Contain the ashes

22. Pen juice

24. Amount in one’s lap, pl.

25. *The Vampire Slayer

26. Accustom

27. *”A ____ to Kill” and “Nick of ____”

29. Bell sound

31. Front or back one

32. Factual evidence

33. Quick and nimble

34. *First cloned mammal’s name

36. Swarm like bees

38. Don’t go

42. Pertaining to the ear

45. Pertaining to reign

49. Motion of assent

51. Bewitch

54. Port city in Japan

56. *Christian Dior’s “J’____”

57. Mass of particles

58. Of low density

59. Pupil controller

60. December 24 and 31

61. Bald eagle’s nest

62. Two-fold

63. Same as island

64. *TV show “Empty ____”

67. *”____ and Juice” by Snoop Dogg

UPCOMING EVENTS