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THE SCOREBOARD

Team

Marathon Baseball Somerset Silver Palms 3/24 L, 3-2

Coral Shores Baseball Archbishop Carroll 3/24 W, 8-5

Marathon Softball La Salle 3/25 W, 20-4

Key West Girls Lacrosse Coral Shores 3/25 W, 17-6

Key West Softball Lourdes Academy 3/26 W, 14-1

Coral Shores Boys Lacrosse Key West 3/26 W, 8-4

Marathon Baseball Fort Meade 3/27 L, 6-3

Key West Baseball Pace 3/27 L, 8-5

Marathon Softball Carrollton 3/27 L, 11-4

Marathon Softball Coral Shores 3/28 W, 24-14

Coral Shores Girls Lacrosse Loures Academy 3/28 L, 14-8

Key West Softball Sebastian River 3/28 W, 10-4

Coral Shores Baseball Westminster Academy 3/28 W, 12-2

ATHLETE OF THE WEEK

Coral Shores Boys Lacrosse North Broward Prep 3/28 W, 12-1 Key West Baseball Sports Leadership Tampa 3/28 L, 6-5 (9)

Key West Baseball Sports Leadership Tampa 3/29 L, 6-5

Marathon Baseball Westminster Academy 3/29 W, 3-0

Key West Boys Lacrosse North Broward Prep 3/29 W, 13-12

Key West Softball John Carroll Catholic 3/29 L, 13-3

Key West

BYNUM

Brock’s play has been outstanding this season. Every game, he is making big-time saves. He’s been our team MVP so far.”

– Coral Shores head coach Chris Carrow

Coral Shores goalkeeper Brock Bynum has been nothing short of outstanding this season, keeping the Hurricanes steady as he defends their cage. Last week, Bynum had 15 saves in Coral Shores’ game against Key West, helping the ’Canes avenge an earlier season loss to their Keys rival. Two days later, he saved another 14 shots from scoring, allowing a single goal against North Broward Prep, a statistical anomaly in lacrosse. Bynum’s leadership by example has been crucial in the team’s winning record this season. For his phenomenal gameplay and unrivaled leadership, Coral Shores’ Brock Bynum is the Keys Weekly Athlete of the Week.

Coral Shores Lacrosse Goalkeeper

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fled to the Keys from the frozen mountains of Pennsylvania hours after graduating from college and never looked back. She is a second-generation coach and educator, and has taught in the public school system for over 25 years. She and her husband met at a beginning teacher meeting in 1997 and have three children born and raised in Monroe County. In her free time, McDonald loves flea markets, historical fiction and long runs in the heat.

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grew up in Miami and moved to the Keys in 1997. He has spent the last 25 years teaching physical education and coaching virtually every sport for Florida Keys kids ages 4 to 18. If you are reading this and live or lived in the Florida Keys, he has probably taught, coached, or coached against someone you know.

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Coral Shores adds two wins to streak with Putetti on top of state leaderboard

The Hurricanes of Coral Shores traveled to Archbishop Carroll on March 24, where the Bulldogs took an early lead, scoring one run each in innings two and three. But a patient, steady Hurricane team managed to pull ahead by inning five. They maintained and stretched their lead for the duration of the game, making it 12 wins in a row with the 8-5 victory.

Donovan Thiery got the start on the mound, striking out seven, walking three and surrendering seven hits over five frames. Riley O’Berry earned the win for the ’Canes and Campbell Lavoie was credited with the save. The team was error-free in the field, giving the Bulldogs little hope.

Offensively, Thiery dominated at the plate, going 4-4 while AJ Putetti homered for one of his two hits. Derek Ramos registered three hits including a double as part of the Hurricanes’ dozen.

Then, on March 28, the ’Canes made it a lucky 13 in a row, winning against Westminster Academy at home. Lavoie and O’Berry combined for six innings on the mound for six strikeouts, two walks and three hits to effectively shut down the Lions. Putetti’s bat was busy, with four hits and four RBIs for Coral Shores. Maykol Bonito, Lavoie, Ramos, O’Berry and Mason Clark had two hits each and Eddie Holly added one for a total of 15. The Hurricanes have been all but invincible thus far this season. Putetti and Thiery are both hitting over .500 and the team dominates the district leaderboard. Putetti is currently in first in all of FHSAA’s 2A in runs scored with 33. Their only loss came back on Feb. 18 when district rival Keys Gate beat them by a single run, setting the team up for solid postseason prospects.

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KEY WEST

The Spartans outpaced the Conchs on March 27 when Key West traveled to their old-school rivals Monsignor Pace for a battle between two of the top-ranked teams in the state. Key West struck first, taking advantage of a Spartan error to score one in their first at-bat. The Spartans did the same in inning two when an error and a walk put two runners on to set the stage for a three-run homer to make it 3-1. Monsignor Pace added four more in the third to take a hefty lead, then the Conchs did what they do best: nibbling away at that lead to make what often amounts to a fantastic comeback. By the final frame, Key West narrowed the gap, but ultimately lost to the Spartans 8-5. Nelson Ong and Sam Holland had a pair of hits each and Roman Garcia and Jackie Niles accounted for one apiece for a total of six.

On March 28 and 29, the Spartans of Sports Leadership & Management, best known as SLAM, sent their Tampa branch’s best to Key West for a twogame series. Jon Carlos Lampas-Gormley went the distance for the Conchs, striking out eight, walking two and surrendering 10 hits. But the game would require more than Lampas-Gormley’s 100-plus pitches and seven innings of service.

At the end of seven, the game was tied up and freshman Kade Maltz stepped in, shutting out the Spartans in the eighth. In inning nine, a single run would score on a sacrifice fly and Key West could not get their bats to cooperate, ending the game 6-5 in favor of the Spartans. Ong and Caden Pichardo registered two hits each and Jackson Bernhard and Holland had one each for six total Conch hits.

The following night, Key West wasted no time exacting revenge. They piled on five runs in the first and kept the pain train coming for the Spartans, sending them back to Tampa in five innings via a mercy-rule win. Roman Garcia drove in five runs off three hits to lead the charge. Maltz tore a triple and a single for two RBIs and Xavier Perez logged a single and double. Darreld Tremino and Jackie Niles each drove in two runs off one hit each and Auggie Davila scored four runs off one hit. Davila and Garcia were both perfect at the plate for the Conchs. Cruz Holmes started on the mound for Key West, pitching three and two-thirds innings. Davila stepped in for one and one-third innings of shutout baseball, closing the door on the Spartans. The win brought the Conchs to 12-8 on the season with some strong competition on the horizon for the final week and a half of the regular season.

MARATHON

In the Middle Keys, Gabe Leal pitched the game of his life on March 24, striking out 11 batters in six strong innings against Somerset Silver Palms. Leal walked one and gave up five hits to keep the Fins in the game until the end. Mason Thornton gave one inning of relief, but three unearned runs would score, fueled by four errors, which cost the Dolphins the ballgame. Marathon’s bats were unusually quiet with just four hits logged, two of which came from Thornton. Leal and Leo Mendez accounted for the other two.

The 3-2 loss showed a marked improvement from the teams’ first goround earlier this season, but was especially hard to swallow as the Fins teeter on the brink of a rankings war in which they could secure an at-large bid to the playoffs. The loss sank their ranking for the week and put the Dolphins in an uphill climb for their first appearance in FHSAA’s Rural 1A classification.

Their district counterpart, the Miners of Fort Meade, hosted the Fins March 27 in a game which gauged Marathon’s abilities against a top-ranked team in their class. Though Marathon lost 6-3, the outing made it clear that the team has what it takes to hang with the best their division has to offer and gives them hope in a possible future matchup with the Miners in the playoffs.

Fort Meade kept the Dolphins off the board for six innings, scoring six of their own runs for a decisive lead. Marathon then went to work in the final inning, where they would log two of their six hits along with a walk and a fielder’s choice to put three runs on the board and narrow the gap. The comeback was too little too late for a Fins win, but Leal and Williams showed their bats could handle the heat with two hits each.

On March 29, the Fins were back on top, beating the Lions in four and a half innings before the rain would put an end to the action. The Dolphins put together two hits and six walks to put their points on the board before the game was called, and Gabe Leal had another great showing on the mound. The senior hurler struck out three, walked one and gave up just one hit to blank the Lions. A perfect defensive showing put an end to any hopes for Westminster. Leal doubled and drove in two runs to lead offensively. Roco Piscetello accounted for the Fins’ other hit and Jason Stubblefield drove in the final run for Marathon.

1. Coral Shores senior AJ Putetti’s bat has been unstoppable this season. He currently leads Florida’s 2A division in runs scored and is batting over .500.

2. Gabe Leal loads up for a pitch against Somerset Silver Palms.

3. Mason Thornton avoids the tag.

4. Hurricane pitcher Donovan Thiery has sent 63 dejected batters back to the dugout, earned ﬁve wins and has a 1.63 ERA this season.

5. Key West hurler Jon Carlos LampasGormley threw more than 100 pitches over 7 innings of work against SLAM on March 28.

Photos by Joy Smith, Sean Westerband and Maicey Malgrat.

CLEANING UP

K32 Keys lifters headed for regionals

eys weightlifters descended upon Doctors Charter School on March 26 for the FHSAA 1A District 16 Championships, and what a showing Monroe County lifters had. When the chalk dust cleared, both Keys teams had secured a district championship and five local athletes brought home a total of eight individual titles.

Marathon won a team first-place trophy in both the traditional and Olympic events. The Fins will share the title of Olympic champs with Coral Shores, which tied with Marathon for first place. The teams will now travel with their qualifying individual athletes to Frostproof High School on April 3 for the Class 1A Region 4 event.

and bench press were 165, 225 and 250 pounds, respectively. His closest competitor was district runner-up Aaron Lykins of Coral Shores. Both athletes, as well as Coral Shores’ Tristan Court, qualified for regionals in the traditional event, with Stasiewicz ranked No. 1 in the region. In the Olympic competition, Vitalii Konyk of Marathon will join the trio at regionals, where Stasiewicz is also ranked number one.

To qualify for the next round, only the four district champions in each region are guaranteed a spot at regionals. The other 16 spots are at-large, meaning the top weight totals are calculated from all the other lifters in the region and the top 16 make the cut. When a strong region such as FHSAA’s Region 4, which encompasses South Florida, relies on at-large bids, the second- through fourth-place lifters in each district still have excellent odds. Athletes as far down the district list as sixth and seventh could make the cut.

Marathon had three athletes winning double district titles. Damian Stasiewicz won both the Olympic and traditional events in the 169–pound class. Stasiewicz’s best lifts in the three events of snatch, clean and jerk

In the 183-pound competition, Marathon’s Max Childress brought home double gold. Childress is ranked No. 2 in the region in both events after his best lifts of 175, 255 and 240 pounds in the snatch, clean and jerk and bench. Joining Childress in his weight class at regionals will be Xavier Johnson of Coral Shores and Roland Gonzalez of Marathon in both events plus Coral Shores’ Jackson Garcia in Olympic and Jake Campanioni in traditional.

The Keys’ final double district champ was Tanner Ross, at 199 pounds. Ross’ best lifts were 205 (snatch), 255 (clean & jerk) and 265 (bench). He outlifted his closest competitor by 100 or more pounds in each event. Ross was the top lifter in all weight classes in the Olympic event in which he is tied for first in the regional rankings. He is ranked second in traditional. Joining Ross at the 199-pound

category at regionals will be teammate Isaak Vallejo, who was the runner-up in traditional, plus Coral Shores’ Troy Register and Sebastian Diaz. All four 199-pound athletes will compete in both events.

Matthias Martinez-Velez of the Fins earned a district championship in the traditional event in the 139-pound class and a runner-up medal in Olympic lifts. His top lifts in snatch, clean and jerk and bench were 125, 180 and 215 pounds, respectively. In traditional, he is ranked second, with Coral Shores’ Tyler Bettner right behind him. Bettner was the runner up in traditional lifts and will represent the ’Canes in both events at regionals. Kristers Vutnans of Coral Shores and Connor Malone of Marathon will join them at regionals. The final district champion this year was Eduardo Garcia at 238 pounds. Garcia secured a first in traditional and second in Olympic with a 140-pound snatch, 185-pound clean and 275-pound bench. Mason Aussubel of Coral Shores also made the cut for regionals in both events.

Marathon’s Braulio Garcia (219 pounds) and Coral Shores’ Andrew Grgek (Unlimited) were district runner-ups

Marathon’s Max Childress secured double district championships as Keys lifters swept the ﬂoor with the rest of the competition at FHSAA’s 1A District 16 Championships last week. BARRY GAUKEL/ Keys Weekly

1. Hurricane lifter Andrew Grgek secured the district silver medal plus a spot at regionals this week.

2. Marathon’s Roland Gonzalez

3. Marathon’s Tanner Ross

4. Coral Shores’ Jake Campanioni

in their weight classes. Grgek was second in both events while Garcia was second in traditional lifts. Zane Rindom (219) was third in both events and will join Garcia and Chris Paul of Marathon as well as AJ Delgado of Coral Shores in the regional competition. Joining Grgek in the Unlimited class will be Evan Johnston and Trevor Wofsey, both of Marathon.

The rest of the Keys competitors who qualified for the next round of competition are Nick Brown (119), Roger Sandino (129), Kyle Derobertis (129), Kevin Gonzalez (154) and William Roberts (154) of Coral Shores and Erik Wilson (154) of Marathon. Every single Keys athlete who made weight for his district event qualified for regionals in at least one event. At Frostproof, there will be 15 Fins and 17 ’Canes competing for a chance to have their ticket punched to the next round. States will take place on April 12 at Polk County’s RP Funding Center.

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WHIRLWIND VICTORY Hurricanes lacrosse takes down Key West

With district playoffs looming, both of the Keys’ prep lacrosse squads own winning records as the regular season comes to a close.

Coral Shores enjoyed two big wins last week, starting with a district matchup with their closest competitor, Key West. The ’Canes took an early lead and never looked back, winning 8-4 and avenging an earlier single-point loss to the Conchs. James Mitchell netted four goals for Coral Shores. Yandel Chaguaseda scored two while Reed Tudor and Christian Gonzalez accounted for the other two. Zane Martinez was credited

with three assists and Xico Reynoso-Heaton helped out on another. Brock Bynum locked down the Hurricanes’ cage, saving 15 shots from scoring.

The next victim would be the Eagles of North Broward Prep two nights later. Chaguaseda scored four against the Eagles and Tudor added a hat trick and two assists. Gonzalez scored one and had three assists; James Mitchell, Jace Jackson and SG Paul added one each to the team total. Bynum was outstanding again, saving 14. The Hurricanes enter their final week of games prior to district at a respectable 8-5, all but ensuring a winning record this season.

Key West played again on March 28, losing to Westminster Academy at home 12-9, then got back to their winning ways the following night. The Conchs played North Broward Prep in Tavernier, giving the Eagles a break in drive time. The Conchs, now at 7-6 on the season, defeated the Eagles in an exciting 13-12 overtime victory.

Coral Shores and Key West now set their sights on the playoffs, which begin on Wednesday, April 9. The teams compete in FHSAA’s 1A District 16 bracket, a grouping of seven teams, making a third match between the rivals within reason.

The Coral Shores Hurricanes and Key West Conchs lacrosse teams do battle in the Upper Keys on March 26. The ’Canes prevailed 8-4. DOUG FINGER/Keys Weekly

HIGH SCORE

Fins prevail in barn-burner Senior Night against Coral Shores

Coral Shores made the quick trip to Marathon on March 28 to take on the Dolphins in a much-anticipated game for fans of offensive softball. The ’Canes piled on eight runs in a wild first inning that included hits on both balls and batters, walks, and the entire Coral Shores lineup taking a turn in the batter’s box, some multiple times. A crafty double play ended the onslaught and the Fins struggled against a locked-in Presley Bagwell, scoring just one run in their first at-bat.

The next two frames would be all Marathon, with seven runs scoring in the second and five more in the third. The ’Canes found their offensive groove again by inning four, but the Dolphins just kept tacking on the runs, ending the game in five innings with a 24-14 result. Marathon scored their two dozen runs off eight hits, 20 walks and four hit batters.

Madelyn Thornton had a triple, a double and three RBIs to lead the offense. Elena Eubank celebrated Senior Night in style with a pair of hits, as did seventh-grader Shaina Robinson. Maeve Merryman and Trinity McLeod each had one. The Hurricanes scored their runs off of six hits, 14 walks and two hit batters. Mira Jones had the hot bat for Coral Shores, registering two hits and three RBIs. Melanie Estevez, Chloie Stanley, Valerie Gabriel and Alex Burson accounted for the rest.

The Marathon game was the only outing for Coral Shores last week, but it was the culmination of three for the Fins. On March 25, Marathon combined 11 hits, 13 walks and two hit batters to pile on 20 runs against the Royal Lions of La Salle, winning 20-4 with the mercy rule in three innings. Merryman had a pair of doubles and five RBIs while Eubank and Robinson matched hits again with a triple and single each. McLeod and Madelyn Thornton each had a pair of base hits and Kaya Hughes-Struyf accounted for the other hit. Sara Robinson and Thornton combined in the circle to strike out four batters, walk three and allow three hits in the lopsided win.

Two days later, they lost against Carrollton 11-4 despite stacking up 13 hits. Dani Perdomo, Eubank, Shaina Robinson, Elianys Roque and

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Shynell McGuire had two apiece, but a half-dozen errors spelled doom for the Fins.

The Lady Conchs were very busy last week, playing four games in as many days and winning three to improve to 9-6. Their first game was at Lourdes Academy, where Key West dispatched the Royal Lions 14-1. Brianna Brenner struck out 11, walked one and surrendered three hits in the win. The Conchs piled on 15 hits, with Aaliyah Mcleod leading the charge. Mcleod’s double and home run led to four RBIs for the freshman. Vera Rodger had a pair of doubles and Brenner and Arianna Garcia each added two base hits to help in the offense.

Next up was Sebastian River, who fell 10-4 to Key West. This time, a different freshman, Lucy Katz, had the hot bat. Katz piled on three hits, then Lilee Gage, Rodger, Alexa Condella and Shylo Sanchez added two apiece for what would amount to 15 total hits. Sanchez added five RBIs to her stats in the win. Brenner was masterful in her pitching

Conch freshman Lucy Katz, right, had three hits against Sebastian River last week. Photos by Maicey Malgrat and Barry Gaukel.

again, striking out 10 batters for Key West.

The Lady Conchs’ final two games of the week came in the form of a doubleheader against John Carroll Catholic on March 29. In game number one, John Carroll held the Conchs to just six hits – two from Sterling and one each from Lilee Gage, Tavyn Gage, Rodger and Kaleya Cervantes. Ryleigh Harnish took over pitching duties, but a hard-hitting John Carroll team racked up 17 hits to beat the Conchs 13-3 in a five-inning mercy-rule decision.

The Lady Conchs came back swinging. John Carroll jumped ahead with a six-run lead, but a patient Key West team waited for their chance and found it in inning three, when they scored five. They added two more in the fifth inning, hanging on to win game two 7-6. Maicee Gage had three hits and Lilee Gage and Mcleod had two each with the team total reaching nine. Brenner completed seven innings of work pitching, striking out four, and despite 15 hits from the Rams, the Conchs’ defense backed Brenner for the win.

Key West freshman Aaliyah McLeod, left went yard last week, registering her ﬁrst career home run, against Lourdes Academy. Marathon’s Shaina Robinson, middle, a seventh-grader, has amassed 17 hits and 15 RBIs this season

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TRIUMPH ON THE TRACK

Dejean wins four events as Conchs outscore Coral Shores in track and field

Key West’s track and field teams visited Coral Shores on March 27, handily outscoring the Hurricanes 109-26 in boys events and 96-20 in girls. Senior Jeff Dejean was successful in all four of his events, winning the 200-meter dash in 22.87 seconds and out-jumping his opponents in long jump with a mark of 19’7” and triple jump with a 41’4.5” best. Dejean also ran a leg of the Conchs’ winning 4x100 relay. Shane Lavallee, Walson Morin and Jayden Gist were the other members of that team, with Lavallee also winning the 100-meter race in 11.48 seconds.

Josue Thanus blazed to a 54.75-second first place in the 400 while Prometheus Delacerda made it around the track eight times for a 12:05 first in the 3,200. Rounding out the Conch wins on the track were Davens Azard in the 110 hurdles with a time of 18.80 seconds and Nathan Gasag, who won the 400-meter hurdles in 1:13.30.

Key West’s boys went on to win every single field event, starting with Malachi Telisma with a 6-foot high jump, then Ian Newton with a 14’0.75” pole vault in the jumping events. In throwing, Josh Johnson’s 41’2.5” shot put was good enough for first, as was Noah Mercer’s 133’7” discus throw and Jeremiah Harvey’s 159’10” javelin toss. Coral Shores had two individual event winners, both in distance events. Alaric Rodriguez won the 800-meter race in 2:11 and Jamie Cary finished first in the 1,600-meter run in 5:13.

The Lady Conchs’ Audrey Smith was a three-event winner in a sweep of the throwing events. Smith threw the discus 102’11”, the javelin 117’9” and the shot 28’1.75”. Jordan Greene won the long jump with a leap of 13’11.75” and the triple jump with a 30’11.75” mark. Greene also ran a leg of the winning 4x400 relay race along with Mirakle Humphrey, Alyssandra Camargo and Lilia Mook. Camargo won the 200-meter and 400-meter races in 27.55 seconds and 1:04.16, respectively. Humphrey won the 100 in 13.35 seconds and Mook did double duty on the 4x100 relay team, as well. On that relay, she was joined by Camargo and Humphrey again as well as Ariel Newton, who went on to win the pole vault, clearing 8’8.25”. Emerson Jackson won the 800 in 2:57.4 and Colleen Barter’s 4’7.75” high jump rounded out the Lady Conchs’ first places. Coral Shores had a pair of winners in distance specialist Ali Wheatley, who finished the 1,600 in 5:41, and Julieanna Oddo, who took first in the 100-meter hurdles, with a 20.19-second finish time.

The Fins took the week off from competition, but will host a home meet with the rest of Monroe County’s teams on Thursday, April 3. Districts for Coral Shores and Key West will be April 22 at Tropical Park and April 23 for Marathon at Palmer Trinity School.

Top left: Jeff Dejean won four events at the Key West vs. Coral Shores track meet.

Top right: Coral Shores freshman Ali Wheatley wins the 1,600-meter race by 37 seconds.

Center: Alaric Rodriguez, left, leads teammates Adrik Gadea and Corey Dickerson in the open 800 race. Rodriguez went on to win the event.

Bottom left: Alyssandra Camargo won the 200- and 400-meter races at Coral Shores last week.

Bottom right: Audrey Smith swept the throwing events, winning shot put, javelin and discus.

RICK MACKENZIE/Contributed

SENIOR SUCCESS

Conchs topple ’Canes on celebratory night

Key West celebrated lacrosse Senior Night in style, outscoring the Hurricanes of Coral Shores 17-6. The Conchs honored four seniors, three of whom have been four-year varsity players. Courtney Grabus, Deanna Mercier and Kaitlyn Piloto have been staples on Key West’s roster, while Olivia Moore, who is graduating early, celebrated her first and final year with the Lady Conchs.

Key West coach Marissa Giacopuzzi was delighted to snap out of the team’s two-game slump.

“(The) girls got their groove back,” she said. “Everyone showed up big for their seniors.”

Grabus and Moore, who split time in goal, combined for seven saves. Grabus added four ground balls, a caused turnover and her first career assist, playing in the field while Moore secured the net. Mercier scored five goals and assisted two others, winning six draw controls as well. Piloto scored five, won five draw controls and caused a turnover. Junior Colbie Turner added to the action, netting four goals and four draw control wins and causing a pair of turnovers.

Coral Shores put together an admirable offensive effort, with Adelynn McNew and Shay Stober scoring three apiece and Allegra Fucaraccio adding one goal for the Hurricanes. On March 28, Archbishop McCarthy paid a visit to the Backyard, but a shorthanded Conchs squad was not able to avenge an early-season loss against the Mavericks. The 5-7 Conchs and 0-8 ’Canes complete their regular seasons this week and begin district bracket play on Wednesday, April 9.

Top, from left: Seniors Courtney Grabus, Kaitlyn Piloto and Deanna Mercier have been on the Lady Conchs’ roster for four seasons. Above, senior Olivia Moore made a positive impact in her only year with the Conchs. Photos by Doug Finger and Maicey Malgrat

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LOCATION:

City of Key Colony Beach City Hall Auditorium ‘Marble Hall’

600 W. Ocean Drive, Key Colony Beach, Florida 33051, To hear a Variance Request from Melanie L. Lyden, representative of the Melanie L. Richards Revocable Trust, for the property at 240 9th Street, Key Colony Beach, Florida 33051. This meeting will be available via Zoom Meetings. Members of the public who wish to attend virtually may email the City Clerk at cityclerk@ keycolonybeach.net or call 305-289-1212, Ext. 2 for further instructions on attending via Zoom Meetings. The applicant requests a variance to the City of Key Colony Beach Land Development Regulations, Article IV, Sec. 101-26 (11a), for the installation of a residential pool that would encroach into the side setback by 5 feet. This variance is sought to accommodate an existing condition and enable an extension of the pool. Interested parties may attend the Hearing and be heard with respect to the requested variance.

If any person decides to appeal any decision made by the City Commission of the City of Key Colony Beach with respect to any matter considered at the Variance Hearing, that person will need a record of the proceedings and for such purpose may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, which record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

If you are unable to attend the Hearings on Wednesday,

April 16th, 2025, or Thursday, May 15th, 2025, but wish to comment, please direct correspondence to the City Clerk at P.O. Box 510141, Key Colony Beach, FL 33051, or via email at cityclerk@ keycolonybeach.net, and your comments will be entered into the record. Published: On or before April 7th, 2025 City Clerk, City of Key Colony Beach

Publish: April 3, 2025

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NOTICE OF INTENTION TO CONSIDER ADOPTION OF COUNTY ORDINANCE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN that on April 16, 2025, at 9:00 A.M. or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard, at the Marathon Government Center, 2798 Overseas Highway, Marathon, Florida, the Board of County Commissioners of Monroe County, Florida, intends to consider adopting the following ordinance: AN ORDINANCE OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF MONROE COUNTY AMENDING MONROE COUNTY CODE TO REFLECT CHANGES TO THE TABLE OF ORGANIZATION INCLUDING AMENDING SECTION 1-2 TO CLARIFY THE DEFINITION OF THE TERM “DEPARTMENT HEAD” AND TO ELIMINATE THE CURRENT REQUIREMENTS THAT THE VETERANS AFFAIRS DEPARTMENT AND EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT DEPARTMENT HEADS DIRECT REPORT TO THE COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR THE REPEAL OF ALL ORDINANCES INCONSISTENT HEREWITH; PROVIDING FOR INCORPORATION INTO THE MONROE COUNTY CODE; PROVIDING FOR FILING WITH THE DEPARTMENT OF STATE; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.

The proposed ordinance may be inspected by the public at the Monroe County website by viewing the agenda packet for the April 16, 2025, meeting, which will be posted beginning on April 11, 2025 at: http://monroecountyfl. iqm2.com/citizens/default. aspx. The ordinance may also be viewed at the Monroe County Attorney’s office at 1111 12th St. Ste. 408 Key West, FL 33040. The public can participate in the April 16, 2025, meeting of the Board of County Commissioners of Monroe County, FL by attending in person or via Zoom. The Zoom link can be found in the agenda at http:// monroecountyfl.iqm2.com/ citizens/default.aspx.

MONROE COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING: APRIL 16, 2025

At the regularly scheduled Board of County Commissioners Meeting on Wednesday April 16, 2025, at 9:00 a.m., or as soon thereafter as may be heard, Monroe County is providing information to the County Commission and the community regarding the closeout of the Voluntary Home Buyout Program.

The meeting will be held at the Marathon Government Center, BOCC Chambers, located at 2798 Overseas Highway, 2nd Floor, Marathon, FL 33050. Members of the public may attend in person or via Zoom webinar. More information is available at www.monroecounty-ﬂ.gov/695/BOCC-Meetings-Agendas

ADA ASSISTANCE: If you are a person with a disability who needs special accommodations in order to participate in this proceeding, please contact the County Administrator's Oﬃce, by phoning 305-292-4441, between the hours of 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., no later than ﬁve (5) calendar days prior to the scheduled meeting; if you are hearing or voice impaired, call “711”.

ADA ASSISTANCE: If you are a person with a disability who needs special accommodations in order to participate in this proceeding, please contact the County Administrator’s Office, by phoning (305) 292-4441, between the hours of 8:30a.m.—5:00p.m., prior to the scheduled meeting; if you are hearing or voiceimpaired, call “711”. Live Closed-Captioning is available via our web portal @ http:// monroecountyfl.iqm2.com/ Citizens/Default.aspx for meetings of the Monroe County Board of County Commissioners.

Dated at Key West, Florida, this 29th day of March, 2025. KEVIN MADOK, Clerk of the Circuit Court and Ex Officio Clerk of the Board of County Commissioners of Monroe County, Florida

Publish: April 3, 2025

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA

PROBATE DIVISION

FILE NO.: 25-CP-97-M DIVISION: MARATHON IN RE: ESTATE OF DONALD ROBERT BRASWELL Deceased.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

The administration of the estate of Donald Robert Braswell, deceased, whose date of death was February 17, 2025, is pending in the Circuit Court for Monroe County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 3117 Overseas Highway, Marathon, FL 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.

The personal representative has no duty to discover whether any property held at the time of the decedent's death by the decedent or the decedent's surviving spouse is property to which the Florida Uniform Disposition of Community Property Rights at Death Act as described in ss. 732.216-732.228, Florida Statutes, applies, or may apply, unless a written demand is made by a creditor as specified under s. 732.2211, Florida Statutes.

All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED.

The date of first publication of this notice is: April 3, 2025.

Personal Representative: James Gary Braswell

670 E. Riverside Dr. Bastrop, TX 78602

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

Publish:

April 3 & 10, 2025

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA

PROBATE DIVISION FILE NO.: 25-CP-000115-P

DIVISION: PROBATE IN RE: ESTATE OF RICHARD KEITH CELMER Deceased.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

The administration of the estate of Richard Keith Celmer, deceased, whose date of death was January 29, 2025, is pending in the Circuit Court for Monroe County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 88770 Overseas Highway, Plantation Key, FL 33070. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below.

All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court 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.

The date of first publication of this notice is: March 27, 2025.

Personal Representative: Carly Falgout 200 Coral Road Islamorada, Florida 33036

Attorney for Personal Representative: Brian C. Perlin

Attorney Florida Bar Number: 357898

Law Office of Brian C. Perlin, P.A. 201 Alhambra Circle, Suite 503 Coral Gables, FL 33134

Telephone: (305) 443-3104

Fax: (305) 443-0106

E-Mail: brian@ perlinestateplanning.com

Secondary E-Mail: florencia@ perlinestateplanning.com

Publish:

March 27 and April 3, 2025

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

DIVISION: PROBATE

FILE NO.: 2024-CP-433-M IN RE: ESTATE OF

KATHLEEN E. POWELL A/K/A KATHLEEN ELAINE POWELL

Deceased.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

The administration of the estate of Kathleen E. Powell a/k/a Kathleen Elaine Powell, deceased, whose date of death was December 3, 2023, 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 WITHIN 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 PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED.

The date of first publication of this notice is March 27, 2025. The date of the second publication of this notice is April 3, 2025.

Personal Representative: Valerie Powell Brown 200 Trenton Street Cambridge, MD 21613 Attorney for Personal Representative: Anthony J. Barrows Attorney for Personal Representative Florida Bar Number: 662569 WRIGHT BARROWS PLLC 9711 Overseas Highway Marathon, FL 33050 Telephone: (305) 743-8118 Fax: (305) 489-0307 E-mail: Tony@keysclosings. com Publish: March 27 & April 3, 2025 The Weekly Newspapers

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 16TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA CASE NO.: 25-DR-349-K DEON ROBINSON, Petitioner, and ANTTWON JEWSOME, Respondent. NOTICE OF ACTION FOR DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE (NO CHILD OR FINANCIAL SUPPORT) TO: ANTTWON JEWSOME RESPONDENT’S LAST KNOWN ADDRESS: 1213 14TH STREET, LOT 184, KEY WEST, FL 33040 YOU ARE NOTIFIED that an action for Dissolution of Marriage has been filed against you and that you are required to serve a copy of your written defenses, if any, to it on Deon Robinson, whose address is 1213 14th Street, Lot 184, Key West, FL 33040 on or before May 31, 2025, and file the original with the clerk of this Court at 500 Whitehead Street, Key West, FL 33040, before service on Petitioner or immediately thereafter. If you fail to do so, a default may be entered against you for the relief demanded in the petition. The action is asking the court to decide how the following real or personal property

should be divided: N/A 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: March 26, 2025 Kevin Madok, CPA Clerk of the Circuit Court Monroe County, Florida By: Destiny Johnson Deputy Clerk Publish: April 3, 10, 17 & 24, 2025 The Weekly Newspapers

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 16TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA CASE NO.: 25-DR-315-K MONIKA BANDOVA, Petitioner, and MICHAEL DAVID CARBON, Respondent.

NOTICE OF ACTION FOR DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE (NO CHILD OR FINANCIAL SUPPORT) TO: MICHAEL DAVID CARBON RESPONDENT’S LAST KNOWN ADDRESS: UNKNOWN YOU ARE NOTIFIED that an action for Dissolution of Marriage has been filed against you and that you are required to serve a copy of your written defenses, if any, to it on Monika Bandova, whose address is 3 Casa Roma Lane, Apt. 3, Key West, FL 33040 on or before April 28, 2025, and file the original with the clerk of this Court at 530 Whitehead Street, Key West, FL 33040, before service on Petitioner or immediately thereafter. If you fail to do so, a default may be entered against you for the relief demanded in the petition. The action is asking the court to decide how the following real or personal property should be divided: N/A 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: March 17, 2025 Kevin Madok, CPA Clerk of the Circuit Court Monroe County, Florida By: Shonta McLeod

Deputy Clerk

Publish: March 27 and April 3, 10 & 17, 2025

The Weekly Newspapers

CIVIL DIVISION

CASE NO.: 25-CA-0291-K

BANKS G. PREVATT, PATTY L. PEERY-PREVATT and JILL NOTTKE, Plaintiffs, vs. LITTLE TORCH PROPERTIES, INC.,(A DISSOLVED FLORIDA CORPORATION),JOSEPH PARDO, AS RECEIVER OF LITTLE TORCH PROPERTIES, INC.,(DECEASED), AND ALL UNKNOWN PERSONS OR BUSINESS ENTITIES HAVING OR CLAIMING TO HAVE ANY RIGHT, TITLE, OR INTEREST IN THE DISPUTED PROPERTY IN THIS CASE, WHETHER THROUGH OR DERIVED FROM LITTLE TORCH PROPERTIES INC., OR OTHERWISE, Defendants. ___________ / NOTICE OF ACTION TO QUIET TITLE

To: LITTLE TORCH PROPERTIES, INC., (A DISSOLVED FLORIDA CORPORATION), C/O JOSEPH PARDO (DECEASED), AS RECEIVER OF LITTLE TORCH PROPERTIES, INC., AND ALL UNKNOWN PERSONS OR BUSINESS ENTITIES HAVING, OR CLAIMING TO HAVE, ANY RIGHT, TITLE, OR INTEREST IN THE DISPUTED PROPERTY IN THIS CASE, WHETHER THROUGH OR DERIVED FROM LITTLE TORCH PROPERTIES INC., OR OTHERWISE, YOU ARE NOTIFIED that an action to quiet title of the following described property in the Circuit Court of Monroe County, Key West Division, has been filed against you and you are required to serve a copy of your written defenses, if any, to Kevin Hoyes, of Kevin Hoyes Attorney, P.A, at 422 Fleming Street, Key West, Florida, 33040, Phone (305) 731 3349 (Plaintiffs Attorney), on or before DATE: April 28, 2025, and file the original with the Clerk of this Court either before service on the Plaintiffs' attorney or immediately thereafter, including your full name and address; otherwise a default will be entered against you for the relief demanded in the Complaint.

The Property at issue in this case is formally described as follows:

1. The disputed property lies at the rear of 141 Pirates Road, Little Torch Key, is of a size of approximately 750 square Feet, has a parcel ID number of 00215471-000000 (and an Alternate Key Number of 9036754) according to the Monroe County Property Appraiser's website.

2. The upland property is also more fully described (according to a survey dated February 19, 2025 by Reece & Associates (of 31193 Avenue A, Big Pine Key, FL. 33043), as follows:

Parcel 1

A portion of the northerly 25 feet of Lot 30, Block 1 of Jolly Roger Estates, according to the Plat thereof as recorded in Plat Book 5, Page 34, of the public records of Monroe County, Florida, and being more particularly described by metes and bounds as follows:

Thence, continue N00°00'00"E for a distance of 10.22 Feet to a point on the edge of an existing canal and the intersection of the westerly projection of an existing concrete seawall; Thence leaving said right of way line, bear S89°54'0l"E along said canal edge and seawall for a distance of 24.32 feet to a point on the northwest corner of an existing boat basin; Thence bear S00°40'33"W for

a distance of 10.18 feet to a point that is 25 feet south of and parallel to the north line of said Lot 30, Block 1; Thence bear N90°00'00"W, along said line, for a distance of 24.44 feet back to the point of the beginning.

Together with Parcel 2

A portion of the northerly 25 feet of Lot 30, Block 1, Jolly Roger Estates, according to the Plat thereof as recorded in Plat Book 5, Page 34, of the public records of Monroe County, Florida, and being more particularly described by metes and bounds as follows:

Commence at Southwest corner of Lot 30, Block 1 of Jolly Roger Estates, Plat book 5, Page 34, thence bear N00°00'00"E along the west line of said Lot 30 and the east right-of-way line of Pirates Road, as shown on said Plat, for a distance of 85 feet to a point of intersection with a line that is 25 feet south of and parallel to the north line of said Lot 30, Block 1; then bear S90°00'00''E, along said line, for a distance of 49.60 to a point on the east line of an existing boat basin and the point of beginning.

Thence, bear N00°55'28", along said basin, for a distance of 9.73 feet to the northwest corner thereof, said corner also being on the face of an existing concrete seawall on the southerly side of an existing canal; Thence S89°06'33"E, along said seawall, for a distance of 50.24 feet to a point on line of said lot 30; Thence bear S00°00'00"W, along said east line for a distance of 8.95 feet to s point that is 25 feet south of and parallel to the north line of said Lot 30, Block 1; Thence bear N90°00'00"W, along said line, for as distance of 50.39 feet back to the point of the beginning. Containing 469.85 Sq. Ft., more or less. If you are a person with a disability who needs any accommodation in order to participate in this proceeding, you are entitled, at no cost to you, to the provision of certain assistance. Please contact Cheryl Alfonso, ADA Coordinator, 302 Fleming Street, Key West, Florida 33040; (305) 292-3423, at least 7 days before your scheduled court appearance, or immediately upon receiving this notification if the time before the scheduled appearance is less than 7 days; if you are hearing or voice impaired, call 711.

Dated: March 17, 2025 Kevin Madok, Clerk of the Court for Circuit Court of Monroe County Key West, Florida By: Shonta McLeod As Deputy Clerk Publish: March 27 and April 3, 10 & 17, 2025 The Weekly Newspapers

AUTOS WANTED

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

AUTOS FOR SALE

Your Classified Auto For Sale ad here for $25/week for up to five lines of copy. Call 305-743-0844 today!

BOATS FOR SALE

21' Key Largo Deep V Center Console w/ trailer. New 150hp motor & electronics. Great Deal - PRICE REDUCED TO $20,000. Located in Marathon. 201-696-8906

19’x40’ slip in Marathon, could handle somewhat larger boat with approval from dockmaster. Desirable location in marina, easy in, easy out. Electricity, available, free water, pump out, WiFi. Available 1 May 25 thru Oct 25, possibly long term lease. Please contact Vern Rozier, 904 626 5279, or 904 626 8224 and leave call back info. Or email vrrozier@yahoo.com.

Boat Dockage for rent in Marathon. Private bay bottom, up to 40' boat, self containing, offshore water, car & dingy parking space provided. 305-610-8002

EMPLOYMENT

ALL KEYS GUTTER HIRING INSTALLERS $25/$35hrMajor Holidays Off - Benefits - Tavernier. Apply: call or text Jay 305-587-1581

Night Monitor – FREE Private Room in exchange for overnight availability at our Assisted Living Facility. 5 nights on, 5 nights off 10pm-8am plus weekly stipend, Drug & background screen required. www.westcare. com/join-our-team/

HELP WANTED: Two Conchs in Marathon is now hiring a Full Time Retail Sales Person in our Tackle Shop/Marina. Competitive wages. Contact George 305-289-0199

Full time office position with strong computer skills, KCB Condominium, $78K per yr., apply by e-mail to HardingThomasL@aol.com, text or call 734-476-0531.

Part Time Supervisor/ Housekeeper Position Available Immediately in Key Colony Beach. Hours may vary depending on need including weekends. Responsibilities include oversee housekeeping staff, inspecting rooms prior to guest occupancy, making up laundry bags, cleaning rooms, etc. Physical demands: ability to lift and carry laundry bags ~ 35 lb. **Must have reliable transportation** Please call/text or email to discuss pay and to request application. Michelle - 952-208-2850 Cheryl -305-505-8747

All Keys Yamaha hiring a Technician Marine Repair specializing in Yamaha outboard engines. Also

hiring: Retail Parts/Counter Help - Marine outboard knowledge a plus. Quickbook experience a plus. Hours M-F 8a5p for both positions. Apply in person at 2001 Overseas Highway, Marathon. 305-743-3530

Marathon Yacht Club is hiring a part-time bookkeeper. QuickBooks experience required. Must provide photo ID, social security card or passport, and checking account. Email office@ marathonyachtclub.com to schedule an interview.

Marathon Yacht Club is hiring a part-time line cook. Private club, friendly atmosphere. Flexible lunch/ dinner shifts available Tuesday – Saturday, some Sundays. English proficiency required. Must provide photo ID, social security card or passport, and checking account. Email office@ marathonyachtclub.com to schedule an interview.

The Housing Authority of the City of Key West now hiring for the following positions: Resident Care Supervisor with min. 3 yrs. experience of an LPN, Carpenter-FT-KeyWest, Housing Manager- FTMarathon, Maintenance Mechanic (Maintenance Worker. To apply, please contact Human Resources at: wrightk@kwha.org or 305-296-5621 ext. 224. 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.

Serve/Bartend

on the ocean! The Cabana Club, an ocean front private swim club is seeking a customer service-oriented Server/Bartender. Serve on pool deck, beach and/ or bar lounge. Open year round, 9:30am7pm daily. Full time/ Part time. Small friendly staff. Above average hourly wage plus tips. Apply in person at 425 E. Ocean Dr. Key Colony Beach or call 404-2193359 and ask for Dave.

Your Classified Employment ad here for $25/week for up to five lines of copy. Call 305-7430844 today!

We are hiring for a new Walking and Running Store in Islamorada and Marathon, WALK HERE RUN HERE.

PRIVATE COLLECTOR

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

HOUSING FOR RENT

Available Now, Stock Island near CVS. Traveling nurses/Working professionals only. No pets, smokers or drugs. Gated, safe, quiet, has parking and a pool. Fully furnished room w/private bath, smart TV, washer/dryer. House and kitchen privileges always, w/fridge and cabinet space. Monthly rent $1550.00 All Included. First and Last due at move in time. Call 305-797-5600

2BR/1.5BA Mobile on canal in Key Largo. Singlewide, unfurn, w/40' dockdavits. No pets. $2,500/ mo + $2,500 security. References needed. 616-813-9755

Downstairs apartment of a duplex to rent to 1 person (no pets). Large living room/bedroom and separate kitchen. Large screened porch with its own washer/dryer and driveway. Utilities include wifi/tv. 150 ft to the ocean. MM 96 Key Largo $1600/ month. F/L/S 305-853-3779

Your Classified Housing For Rent ad here for $25/week for up to five lines of copy. Call 305-743-0844 today!

1 upstairs bedroom for rent in Grassy Key (East Marathon). Unfurnished. Mostly private bathroom with shared W/D. Other upstairs occupants are the homeowners: A probation officer, his wife, and their very small dog. $1200/ month F/S 305-393-5049

Rental in Marathon: 4/2 pool waterfront tiki bar home with dock for up to 50 ft. Steps to Sombrero Beach, ocean in under 10 mins. Seasonal or annual. Furnished. Thania Moses, MBA & Realtor 954.683.2150

Studio House with Queen size bed available in Marathon. Furnished, kitchen, dining, newly renovated. No pets. $1,299 + utilities F/L/S 305-610-8002

Your Classified Housing For Rent ad here for $25/week for up to five lines of copy. Call 305-743-0844 today!

1BR/1BA fully furnished Apt. for rent in Marathon. Ideally one person. On canal w/boat lift, W/D, Wifi. $1,950/mo. 850-376-7137 RENTED IN THREE WEEKS!

RV SITE FOR RENT

RV Site For Rent in Marathon. Very quiet, gated property. Dockage available for sep. fee. No pets. 305-610-8002

Please fax your resume to 305-852-9997 or call 305-852-9898

Key West House For Rent - 28 day minimum. Recently renovated. 2 Units: 3BR/3BA or 2BR/2.5BA. 1 block to Schooner Wharf @ Historic Seaport. Starting $214/night. Sweet CarolineSeaport.com

YARD SALES

THE YARD SALE! If you don't see something you want, consult your Optometrist & then come back. Fri April 4 - Sun April 6 from 8AM - 4PM 565 Copa D'Oro, Marathon

SARA’S ESTATE SALE: Part 1 of 2: Y’all we’re starting with a FULL twocar garage in Marathon on Fri, April 4 and Sat, April 5 from 9a to 1p, both days, 2691 Sombrero Blvd, Marathon. Fishing rods & reels, Big Green Egg, NAPA battery charger, dive buoys, long dock box, line & diver flags. Vintage (some NIB) Craftsman tools like bandsaw, planer & 2 tool chests and Makita electric handtools. Plus gas cans, Christmas ornaments, men & women’s golf clubs, bike, beach chairs, coolers and garden supplies. Follow the signs and park with consideration (DO NOT PARK on Golf course side of the street). More photos at estatesales.net.

Place your Classified Yard Sale ad here for $25/week for up to five lines of copy. Call 305-743-0844 today!

MARINE OPERATIONS SPECIALIST AT FIU’S AQUARIUS REEF BASE

Join our dedicated Florida International University team that provides offshore logistical and emergency response support to the Medina Aquarius Program. We maintain and operate all underwater laboratory equipment and boats, monitor Life Support Systems, and coordinate diving activities as we assist scientists and clients in achieving their underwater research objectives.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

- Service, maintain, and operate underwater laboratory equipment support systems, ensuring functionality of critical safety equipment.

- Assist divers with underwater tasks such as experiment placement and data collection.

- Provide shore-based logistical support for Aquarius diving and boating operations, ensuring equipment is ready for missions.

- Serve as Captain of the ARB research vessel and as a USCG Captain for passenger vessels during operations.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

- High School Diploma with 3 years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

- SCUBA diving certi cation and the ability to pass a Diving Physical Exam within 90 days of hire.

- General knowledge of diesel inboard boat operation and maintenance.

- Certi cations in CPR, Automatic External De brillator, First Aid, and Oxygen Administration, Current USCG License 6 Passenger. For further information or to apply, please visit careers. u.edu and reference Job Opening ID# 534641. The position is open until lled; we will begin reviewing applications April 15, 2025.

NOW HIRING INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY IT DIRECTOR

Manages the IT department and other technical operations within the City Government providing day to day support. Their main duties include identifying the organization’s IT needs, adding updates and enhancements to current computer systems and ensuring employees’ technical issues are resolved eﬃciently.

Researches and responds to technical questions regarding the operation of computing system functions. Works with the existing security and IT services provider to ensure accurate billing and IT needs are being met.

Extensive knowledge in computer systems and Microsoft application and operating system software required. Additional experience using proprietary software, such as ESRI ArcGIS, VueWorks, and/or other work-ﬂow management software tools is helpful. Relevant experience may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis. Prior experience with similar hardware, software, and network systems and familiarity with local government information system is desirable.

Please see the online post on our website for additional details. www.ci.marathon.ﬂ.us/jobs

SOLAR SALES FOR SALT ENERGY, LLC. - Dynamic, local company looking for good people to grow with us. Located in Marathon, we have been engineering, installing and servicing solar energy systems in the Keys, South Florida and Caribbean for over 30 years. We are looking for a Team player with a great attitude, excellent communication and sales skills, who is excited to share the beneﬁts of solar energy. Initially, this position will be representing the residential and small commercial sector of the company, focused primarily in the Florida Keys.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Visit customers’ homes to perform site surveys and provide tailored solar solutions.

• Prepare and deliver compelling sales proposals and negotiate terms to close deals.

• Communicate and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless project implementation and complete customer satisfaction.

REQUIREMENTS

• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to build rapport with customers.

• Self-motivated, target-driven and able to work independently as well as part of a team.

• Results-oriented mindset with a focus on delivering an outstanding customer experience.

• Strong understanding of solar energy systems and industry best practices, preferred.

EDUCATION: High school diploma required. College degree in business or communication preferred.

JOB TYPE: Full-time. WORK LOCATION: In person.

PAY: Base pay plus bonus commissions. Beneﬁts: 401(k) matching, PTO.

SALT Energy, LLC., 2992 Overseas Hwy, Marathon, FL 33050. Send resume and cover letter to Lisak@saltenergy.net.

NOW HIRING!

e Turtle Hospital in Marathon wants you to join their team!

EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM GUIDES/GIFT SHOP SALES

Full and part-time. Public speaking and & retail sales experience helpful. $19/hour to start. Send resume to: turtlehospital@turtlehospital.org

NOW HIRING

HVAC TECH WANTED

Upper Keys position, reporting in Tavernier. Full time job with beneﬁts, vacation time, and holidays.

Apply at keysschools.com or call 305-293-1400 ext. 53398

Key West, Florida, is accepting applications for the following position in its Engineering Department:

Starting pay rate for this position, depending on qualiﬁcations and experience: $131,081/annually$134,751/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.

HIRING

Call 305-407-3262 or email info@floridakeysaquariumencounters.com 11710 OVERSEAS HWY, MARATHON

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The Advocate Program DUI school is hiring for part time positions. Front desk: 3 days a week, high school diploma required.

DUI instructors and evaluators: 2 days a week, Bachelors or Masters degree in substance abuse eld required. Of ce located in Marathon. Contact Marcia at 305-704-0117.

DOLPHIN RESEARCH CENTER is a fun, environmentally friendly non-profit 501(c)(3) Corporation specializing in education, research, and rescue of marine mammals.

We have the following openings available. Scan the QR code to visit the careers page on our website.

FACILITIES MAINTENANCE

APPRENTICE

(Full-Time, Permanent)

STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER

OPENINGS AVAILABLE

PHYSICIAN PRACTICE OPENINGS

- Advanced Practice Provider (APRN-PA-C)Surgical, Ortho, Tavernier

- Advanced Practice Provider (APRN-PA-C), BHMG Multispecialty - Marathon, $5k Bonus

- Medical Assistant, Primary Care Marathon, $5k Bonus

(Full-Time, Part-Time, Permanent)

DRC seeks to provide for the well-being of its employees by offering a competitive total package. DRC currently offers a 401k retirement plan, medical benefits, HSA account, paid holidays, vacation, sick and an employee assistance program. DRC also provides life and disability insurance at no cost to the employee.

COME JOIN THE FAMILY!

Email your resume and a DRC application to drc-hr@dolphins.org. EOE

DOLPHIN RESEARCH CENTER

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

YEARS!

We provide Mental Health and Substance Use Treatment Programs to the Florida Keys community while valuing and rewarding our employees.

MIAMI CANCER INSTITUTE KEY WEST

- Radiation Therapist, $12k Bonus

- Registered Nurse, Chemotherapy Infusion, $15k Bonus

- Advanced Practice Provider (APRN/PA-C), Medical Oncology, $5k Bonus

TAVERNIER MARINERS HOSPITAL

- Cook, Dietary

- Radiology Technologist 1, Imaging-MRI, $40k Bonus

- Multi-Modality Imaging Tech 1, (Mammo & X Ray), Radiology, $50k Bonus

- Registered Nurse, Emergency Department, $25k Bonus

- Patient Scheduler, Radiology

- ED Team Coordinator 1, Emergency Department

- Environmental Tech 1, $5k Bonus

- MC Multi-Modality Imaging Tech 1, Ultrasound/Vascular with Echo, $50k Bonus

MARATHON FISHERMEN’S COMMUNITY HOSPITAL

- Multi-Modality Imaging Tech 1, (CT & X Ray) Radiology, $50k Bonus

- Radiology Technologist 1, $40k Bonus

- Multi-Modality Imaging Tech 1, (Mammo & X Ray) Radiology, $50k Bonus

- Registered Nurse, Multispecialty Care, $25k Bonus

- Social Work Case Manager, Case Management, $10k Bonus

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.

*Sign-on bonuses are available only for select full-time positions based on candidate experience.

Behavioral Health Counselor (Children) Advocate

MARATHON Care Coordinator (PT)

Driver – PT (CDL not required)

RN/Licensed Practical Nurse (PT)

Behavioral Health Therapist (Adult)

*Behavioral Health Technicians – 3 shifts (FT/PT)

*Support Worker (Assisted

MARATHON GARBAGE SERVICE

SUPPORTED LIVING COACH (FT)

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 experience working with developmentally disabled clients in lieu of degree. Must have a valid FL driver’s license. Salary commensurate with experience.*

GROUP HOME MANAGER  FT  KEY WEST

FT administrative, salaried position. Responsible for operations of Group Homes in accordance with State and Fed regulations. Oversight of staﬀ and clients. Bachelor’s degree and Florida DL w/clean driving record req. At least 2 years of mgmt and admin experience req, and direct or comparable experience w/same or similar population preferred. Computer skills: moderate to advanced.*

DIRECT CARE STAFF – NIGHTS/WEEKENDS - GROUP HOMES 24/7 (FT)

These positions are available at our Windsor and Von Phister Group Homes. Providing direct-care services and support to our clients in their home. Must be willing to work ﬂexible shifts including overnights. This position requires a minimum of high school completion or GED and 1 year of experience with care giving or 30 hours of college coursework.*

*ALSO REQUIRED FOR ALL POSITIONS

Fluent in English language, speaking and writing, proﬁciency is a must. Level 2 background screening and valid Florida driver’s license. EOE

please contact hr@marchouse.org Phone: 305-294-9526 *32