CLEAN SLATES
All three Keys teams enjoyed home contests on Aug. 15 in their preseason classics. The Key West Conchs and the Coral Shores Hurricanes came out on top, while the Marathon Dolphins floundered. With preseason in the books, all the records are wiped clean as Monroe County’s teams start week one undefeated.
KEY WEST
Lessons learned in preseason games as two Keys teams prevail in kickoff classics
his lineman number in order to play fullback. Stotts scored the team’s lone touchdown last week and amassed 30 yards. Garrett Ruddy and Jesus Gonzalez both had carries at tailback. Gonzalez joins his brother Israel in the backfield, and both have football savvy and lots of athleticism. Ruddy, a sophomore, had never played football until last season, but that doesn’t diminish the expectations for him. “His intensity is great,” said McDonald. “He’s going to do big things for us in the next few seasons.”
Classic, making a statement against the 6A Homestead High School Bron-
In a 35-34 nailbiter, Key West prevailed in the Ran Carthon Kickoff Classic, making a statement against the 6A Homestead High School Broncos. Head coach Johnny Hughes had two goals going into the contest: to remain injury-free and to see how physical his team was. According to Hughes, both goals were met.
“We had a few bumps and bruises, but nothing major,” he said. As for the physical gut check? The Conchs managed to hold their own until the final whistle, despite facing a roster of over 60 Broncos.
“Most of our guys play both sides of the ball,” said Hughes, a fact that makes it far more difficult to compete against large schools.
One of those two-way athletes, senior Walson Morin, ran for a pair of touchdowns. Fellow senior Jeff DeJean had a pair of his own and junior Roman VanLoon, who earned the nod as starting QB, connected with Reef Guyet for a 24-yard touchdown pass. The scoring made it clear that the Conchs have figured out exactly what they need to do and have the finesse to execute.
Also helping them in their win was a lack of turnovers, something that plagued the team at times last season. With that out of the picture, and athletes who are showing out despite double and sometimes triple duties, the season could be something special for Key West.
Up next for the Conchs is Barbara Goleman. Goleman, a 7A school with at least two Division I commits, will test Key West in week one, but Hughes is optimistic.
“If we shore things up and have no turnovers, we should do well,” he said. Kickoff is Friday, Aug. 22 at 7 p.m. at Tommy Roberts Stadium.
MARATHON
Marathon coach Sean McDonald knew it was a gamble to schedule North Broward Prep, but a review of their spring game film eased that decision a bit.
“When they unloaded the bus, it was quite a different team,” said McDonald. But true to Dolphin form, Marathon fought hard from pillar to post.
Also not in the Fins’ favor was the fact that the team had just 10 collective carries in game action among all of their rostered athletes prior to the matchup.
“We graduated our ball carriers (from last season) and we were untested as far as carries go,” said McDonald. “I knew we would have some challenges there, and I knew there would be miscues. That’s what a kickoff classic is for.”
The Dolphins struggled to find their groove, and did not move the ball as much as they had hoped, yet the experience was an important lesson, according to McDonald.
“It was important to get that out of the way,” McDonald said, referring to several Fin fumbles. “Anytime you have a new ball carrier, there’s bound to be a fumble, and it’s better to have this in the preseason than when it counts.”
Marathon coach Sean McDonald knew it was a gamble to schedule colthere’s season it
This season, the Dolphins will continue their single wing offense with new role players. Steven Stotts, the team’s center last season, traded in
lone touchdown last week and amassed 30 yards. Garrett Ruddy and was one of the few players going into last week's game who had experiball game are enough to overcome Pompano Beach, a team which has be-
Playing wingback this season is junior Matthew Machado. Machado was one of the few players going into last week's game who had experience running the ball for the Fins, but his role this season will be far more crucial. McDonald noted Machado’s leadership and tenacity. Christopher Paul will replace Stotts at center, helping to shore up an offensive line that will feature Eduardo Garcia, Aidan Gilday and Matthew Delgado, a trio of seniors with experience holding the line.
Marathon will find out if the lessons learned from their preseason game are enough to overcome Pompano Beach, a team which has become a great rivalry for the Fins.
“We should match up well against Pompano,” said McDonald. “If we play aggressively and ditch the hesitation, we should have a great game.” The Dolphins play at Pompano at 7 p.m. on Aug. 22.
CORAL SHORES
Coral Shores head coach Ed Holly found himself scrambling for a kickoff classic after Miami Coral Park canceled at the last minute. Fortunately for the ’Canes, Miami Southwest had suffered a similar setback and agreed to travel to Tavernier for some preseason action.
“Going into the game, our goal was to find out who we are,” said Holly, whose team graduated a multitude of seniors last season. For the Hurricanes, that goal was achieved quickly. “True to Coral Shores, our identity was being able to run the ball and be physical at the point of attack,” he said.
Coral Shores struck first, with a 9-yard touchdown run from John Oughton in the first quarter. Miami Southwest answered in the beginning of quarter two to tie the game. With moments to go before the half, Ekon Edwards exploded for a 23-yard touchdown run to put the ’Canes ahead 14-7 at the half.
Southwest tied it up again in quarter three, making for an exciting back-and-forth game until Jake Campanioni punched it in for the goahead TD. A missed 2-point conversion made the score 20-14 until the final quarter, when Sterling Keefe ran one in and David Beltran added two to make the final score 28-14.
Edwards exploded for a 23-yard touchdown run to put the ’Canes ahead the the
As with all south Florida teams, with the exception of the Keys, Holly one
As with all south Florida teams, with the exception of the Keys, Holly really did not know what to expect with his most recent opponent. The rule modifications allowing open transferring of athletes from one school to another make knowing exactly what you will face each week a bit of guesswork.
“They had a lot of speed,” Holly said, adding, “They were a good team with good coaching.
“We had a good camp this season. We fought through the heat. We have a good nucleus and we’re excited for what’s in front of us,” he said.
“We had a good camp this season. We fought through the heat. We up. They’ll need that grit as well as the heat conditioning from their camp
The Hurricanes, having met their preseason goal, head into week one with some confidence, knowing they can do what has become Coral Shores’ trademark in recent years: play hard, dig deep and never give up. They’ll need that grit as well as the heat conditioning from their camp against Somerset South Homestead on Thursday, Aug. 21 at Harris Park in what will likely be a scorcher, with kickoff scheduled for 3:30 p.m.
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IN THE COUNTY COURT FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA SMALL CLAIMS DIVISION CASE NO.: 25-SC-482-M PLAINTIFF: Fazoli Brothers, Inc. 5409 Overseas Highway, # 310 Marathon, FL 33050 305-849-8063 kissick1@gmail.com VS. DEFENDANTS: Thomas Larson Tony Larson 1111 Sombrero Boulevard Marathon, FL 33050 262-903-8905 tommy@teronomy.com
STATEMENT OF CLAIM
The Plaintiff sues the Defendant for Money owed Plaintiff by Defendant for: Work done, and materials furnished by Plaintiff to Defendant: Additional information to support the cause of action: Work was 100% completed on March 17. 2025 as per the Work Order Agreement dated October 1, 2024. The customer has failed to render the final payment due for the completed contract. The lump-sum agreement included all Plumbing labor, wiring, and equipment necessary to relocate the pool system and bring it into full compliance with current electrical code. Upon performing the contractually-required and legally-mandated electrical upgrades, a latent defect in the customer's pre-existing pool pump was discovered. This defect, which was not the fault of the contractor, made the pump incompatible with the required GFCI safety breaker. Separate from the unpaid balance for the primary contract, additional work hours were then required to diagnose and make the customer's defective equipment operational, for which compensation is also due.
Invoice 1371
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Invoice 1363
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Whereof Plaintiff demands judgment against the Defendant for damages in the
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION FILE NO.: 25-CP-000327-M IN RE: ESTATE OF DIANNA B. HOWIE, Deceased. NOTICE TO CREDITORS
The administration of the Estate of DIANNA B. HOWIE, Deceased, whose date of death was June 16, 2025, 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 THREE 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 THREE MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. The personal representative or curator 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. 732.216732.228, applies, or may apply, unless a written demand is made by a creditor as specified under s. 732.2211. ALL CLAIMS NOT SO FILED WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED.
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 16TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA
UPPER KEYS PROBATE DIVISION CASE NO.: 25-CP-000303-P IN RE: ESTATE OF DONALD S. BRIGHT, Deceased.
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The administration of the estate of DONALD S. BRIGHT, deceased, whose date of death was February 16, 2025, is pending in the Circuit Court for Monroe County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 88770 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.
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION FILE NO.: 25-CP-278-K IN RE: ESTATE OF CELESTE YSABEL RUSSELL Deceased.
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IN THE CIRCIIT COURT OF THE SIXTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OF THE STATE OF FLORIDA, IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY CASE NO: 2025-CA-877-P JUDGE: JAMES MORGAN IN RE: FORFEITURE OF PROPERTY DESCRIBED AS: A 2015 Gray Lexus RX350 SUV, VIN: 2T2ZK1BA7FC194338, FL Tag# NQUJ62, herein “Subject Vehicle” NOTICE OF ACTION TO: Antonio Alvarez, and ALL PARTIES HAVING OR CLAIMING TO HAVE ANY RIGHT, TITLE OR INTEREST IN the Subject Vehicle. YOU ARE NOTIFIED that an action pursuant to the Florida Contraband Forfeiture Act has been filed by Richard A. Ramsay, Sheriff of Monroe County, on August 8, 2025, in Monroe County, Florida, and you are required to serve a copy of your answer asserting any affirmative defenses with the Clerk of this Court and Petitioner's attorney, CHRISTINA CORY, ESQ., at MONROE COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE, 5525 College Road,
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 16TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT,
IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA
CASE NO.: 25-DR-805-M
RICARDO HERRERA TORRES, Petitioner, and ADIANES GOMEZ, Respondent.
NOTICE OF ACTION FOR DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE (NO CHILD OR FINANCIAL SUPPORT)
TO: ADIANES GOMEZ
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 Ricardo Herrera Torres, whose address is 240 Sombrero Beach Road, Apt. D8, Marathon, FL 33050 on or before September 7, 2025, and file the original with the clerk of this Court at 3117 Overseas Highway, Marathon, FL 33050 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: NONE 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.
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Dated: July 29, 2025
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VACATION RENTAL
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
PLACE YOUR YARD SALE AD HERE. $25/ week for up to 5 lines of copy! Call 305-4170871 or email Anneke@ KeysWeekly.com
Keys Energy Services, in Key West, Florida, is accepting applications for the following position in its Generation Department:
OPERATOR/MAINTAINER
Starting pay rate for this position, depending on qualifications and experience: $40.15/hr - $44.97/hr
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.
Keys Energy Services, in Key West, Florida, is accepting applications for the following position in its Engineering Department:
ELECTRICAL PROJECT ENGINEER
Starting pay rate for this position, depending on qualifications and experience: $136,979/annually$140,815/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.
PART-TIME POSITION CODE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER
The Part-Time Code Enforcement O cer is responsible for enforcing municipal codes and ordinances related to property maintenance, zoning, signage, public nuisances, rentals, and other related regulations. The O cer seeks to obtain compliance with City codes through citations or warning notices while assuring due process to violators. This position involves conducting eld inspections, responding to complaints, and ensuring compliance to maintain the health, safety, and appearance of the community.
Salary: Competitive Salary
Quali cations: High school diplomas or equivalent and a valid Florida drivers license. Prior experience in code enforcement, law enforcement, or a related regulatory eld is desirable but not required. Ability to interpret and apply city codes, ordinances, and regulations; strong communication and con ict resolution skills; ability to work independently and exercise sound judgement; experience using computer software and applications; active position including standing/walking/bending/kneeling/crouching throughout the day in varying climate conditions.
Application forms can be found at www.keycolonybeach.net; see “I WANT TO” then “APPLY FOR A JOB.”
Equal Opportunity Employer
Submit resume and application by mail or in-person to:
FACILITY MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR
– FULL TIME WITH BENEFITS.
40 hours per week at the Keys Marine Laboratory (KML), Layton, Florida.
KML supports research and academic programs conducted by universities/colleges throughout Florida, the US, and internationally. Duties include all facility maintenance of buildings, grounds, and equipment (e.g. janitorial, preventive, repair).
To apply for this opening visit: Careers@USF and search for Job ID 41130.
HIRING IN ISLAMORADA
MARINA CASHIER
Looking for a friendly, dependable team member who can handle a busy retail environment with a great a itude. Customer service experience and willingness to learn our sales system is ideal. Duties include assisting customers, restocking, placing orders, and keeping the store clean and organized.
This is an hourly position with pay based on experience. Flexible hours with a consistent weekly schedule. Morning and a ernoon shi s available.
Please respond by email (Ma at islamarinama @gmail.com) with any relevant previous experience and at least two references.
NOW HIRING
GENERAL OFFICE HELP
Captain Pip’s & their sister properties are looking to hire for general of ce help.
Send resume to captpips@aol.com or come in the of ce to ll out application. 1480 Overseas Highway, Marathon, FL 33050
CAPTAIN PIP’S IS AN AWESOME PLACE TO WORK, WE TREAT OUR EMPLOYEES GREAT. COME JOIN OUR TEAM!
NOW HIRING
DOCK HAND
We are looking for a Dock Hand with excellent customer service to join our team. You would assist with the daily operations of our marina. Responsibilities include assistance with the daily marina tasks including helping guests arrive and depart from their dock, guiding guests over the radio, navigation, marina amenity cleaning, pressure-washing, assisting guests with golf cart rides and requests, and maintaining the marina. Send resume to captpips@aol.com or come in the of ce to ll out application. 1480 Overseas Highway, Marathon, FL 33050 CAPTAIN PIP’S IS AN AWESOME PLACE TO WORK, WE TREAT OUR EMPLOYEES GREAT. COME JOIN OUR TEAM!
D’Asign Source is seeking the following professionals. Overtime and benefits are available.
Interior Designer
Apply knowledge & creative skills to projects at our high-end design center. Must possess history of achievement in quality projects and a strong sales background.
Warehouse Receiver
Responsible for receiving, inspecting, and processing incoming shipments in a timely and accurate manner. This role ensures that all materials and products are accounted for, properly labeled, and stored in the correct locations. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and capable of working in a fast-paced environment.
Project Foreman
For complete details and to apply, please visit:
DAsignSource.com/careers
wants you to join their team!
Full-time. $19/hour to start.
EMAIL resume to: TurtleHospital@TurtleHospital.org APPLY in person: 2396 Overseas Highway, Marathon, FL
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 opening available. Scan the QR code to visit the careers page on our website.
FACILITIES MAINTENANCE APPRENTICE (Full-Time, Permanent)
EDUCATION PROGRAM HOST (Full-Time, Permanent)
$19/hour to start. Send resume to: turtlehospital@turtlehospital.org
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
THE GUIDANCE/CARE CENTER, Inc. IS
HIRING!
JOIN A HIGHLY EFFECTIVE NON-PROFIT HELPING PEOPLE COPE AND CHANGE FOR 52 YEARS!
We provide Mental Health and Substance Use Disorder Treatment Programs to the Florida Keys community while valuing and rewarding our employees.
KEY LARGO
Behavioral Health Therapist (CAT)
Behavioral Health Therapist (Children)
KEY WEST
Case Manager (Children, Adult) (FT) Prevention Specialist Advocate
MARATHON
Advocate Care Coordinator (PT)
Driver (CDL not required) (PT)
RN/Licensed Practical Nurse (FT,PT)
*Support Worker (Assisted Living) (PT)
*Behavioral Health Technicians – 3 shifts (FT,PT)
*Night Monitor (Assisted Living - Free Housing)
*No experience required for this position. Will train. A caring heart & helpful hands necessary.
Background and drug screen req. EEOC/DFWP COMPETITIVE PAY! EXCEPTIONAL BENEFITS!!!
Apply at guidancecarecenter.org - Get Involved/ Join our team/Job Opportunities/location/zip
DUI FRONT DESK CLERK & EVALUATOR/INSTRUCTOR
The Advocate Program DUI school is hiring for part time positions.
Front desk: 3 days a week, high school diploma and computer data entry skills 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.
MARATHON GARBAGE SERVICE
We are now hiring for the following positions:
Diesel Mechanic Truck Helpers
CDL Drivers
Applicants must apply in person to be considered.
4290 Overseas Hwy, Marathon
OPENINGS AVAILABLE
PHYSICIAN PRACTICE OPENINGS
- Advanced Practice Provider (APRN-PA-C)Surgical, Ortho, Tavernier
- Medical Assistant, Primary Care Marathon, $5k Bonus
- Medical Assistant, Upper Keys-Gastro, $5k Bonus
- Medical Assistant, LPN, EMT or Paramedic, Primary Care Marathon, $5k Bonus
MIAMI CANCER INSTITUTE KEY WEST
- Radiation Therapist, $12k Bonus
- Pool Advanced Practice Provider (APRN/PA-C), Medical Oncology, Per Diem
TAVERNIER MARINERS HOSPITAL
- Cook, Dietary
- Multi-Modality Imaging Tech 1, (Mammo & X Ray), Radiology, $50k Bonus
- Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
- ED Team Coordinator 1, Emergency Department
- AC Mechanic-Licensed
- Manager Imaging Services
- Pool Medical Technologist
- Pool Registered Nurse, Cardiac Rehab
- Patient Access Associate, $1k Bonus
- Patient Scheduler 2, Radiology, PT
- MC Multi-Modality Imaging Tech, CT Scan, $50k Bonus
- Patient Financial Associate, Patient Access, $1k Bonus
- Registered Nurse, ICU, $15k Bonus
- Registered Nurse, ICU, PT
- Registered Nurse, PACU, Per Diem
MARATHON FISHERMEN’S COMMUNITY HOSPITAL
- Multi-Modality Imaging Tech 1, (CT & X Ray), Radiology, $50k Bonus
- Pool Pharmacy Tech 2
- Pool Occupational Therapist
- Registered Respiratory Therapist, PT, $12,500 Bonus
- Sr. Phlebotomist
- Security Officer, FT
- Patient Financial Associate, $1k Bonus
- ED Team Coordinator, Emergency Department
- Inventory Control Administrator, Keys/Marathon Supply Chain
- MC Multi-Modality Imaging Tech 2, (MRI & X Ray), Radiology, $50k Bonus
- Patient Care Nurse Supervisor, PT, Nights
- Registered Nurse, Oncology, PT
- Registered Nurse, Surgery, $15k Bonus
THEME: BACK TO SCHOOL
ACROSS
1. *Report ____
5. One on the beat
8. Put on the payroll
12. Fan sound
13. Buckeye State
14. Indy entrant
15. Table mountain
16. 2021 movie “The Harder They ____”
17. Carry away, in a way
18. *____ Readers
20. Weary walk
21. Basketry stick
22. *____ time for preschoolers
23. Plums and cherries genus
26. Allegiance
30. Crew propeller
31. Rh in Rh disease
34. Your majesty
35. Miss of the Muppets
37. Band event
38. Asci, sing.
39. Olympic castaway
40. *Didn’t fail
42. Frozen H2O
43. Took a penny-farthing, e.g.
45. *Punctuation marks for famous words
47. Maltese or Havanese, e.g.
48. *Use Play-Doh
50. Cheap trinket
52. *3+x=10, e.g.
55. Soviet place of exile
56. Curtis, to friends
57. Beehive state
59. *Olden-day notebook
60. Honey-producing facility
61. Sushi restaurant soup
62. Location of altar
63. Type of poem
64. Sing like Ella Fitzgerald
DOWN
1. Mountain basin
2. Attention grabber
3. Reduced Instruction Set Computer
4. Hiccup’s Toothless, e.g.,
5. Irritate by rubbing
6. Persian Gulf ship
7. Multi-
8. *”Get out of classroom” permit (2 words)
9. International Civil Aviation Organization
10. Retired, shortened
11. Bard’s before
13. Lacking cordiality
14. Settle a debt
19. Unethical loaner’s practice
22. Us, in Mexico
23. Temporary store
24. Reason to strike
25. Prodded
26. Totes or tugs
27. Permissible
28. Cease-fire
29. Many affirmatives
32. “Good grief!”
33. Bro’s counterpart
36. *School alum
38. Next step for juvenile
40. Margaret, for short
41. Describe as similar
44. Elks’ hangout
46. Poppy derivative, pl.
48. Marine cephalopod
49. *Grading arch
50. Big one at 7-Eleven
51. Regrettably, exclamation
52. Sound reflection
53. Auditory
54. U.S. space agency, acr.
55. Geological Society of America
58. *Van Halen’s “____ for Teacher”
