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Team USA’s hockey teams returned home from the winter Olympics in Milan Cortina with gold medals around their necks. The men’s and women’s hockey teams swept the top podium for the first time, both beating Canada 2-1. For the men’s team, it was the first gold medal in 46 years. The women’s team has won three golds, four silvers and one bronze in the eight Olympics they’ve entered since 1998.

FLORIDA HOUSE PASSES PROPERTY TAX ELIMINATION PROPOSAL

Senate’s ideas loom as governor pushes for a November ballot initiative

JIM McCARTHY jim@keysweekly.com

On Feb. 19, 80 Florida House members said “yes” to an initiative that would ask voters whether they support abolishing all property taxes, besides those collected for school districts, on homestead properties.

Filed by Republican Rep. Monique Miller, of Palm Bay, House Joint Resolution 203 proposes a state constitutional amendment that would gradually eliminate non-school ad valorem taxes on homesteads over a 10-year period; it would be achieved through annually increasing the homestead exemption by $100,000.

“Floridians are clamoring for relief in the form of property tax,” Miller said on the House floor. “The House is working hard to answer the call.”

Artist and show judge Andres Lopez, left, and show chair Karen Kubacki with Jason Rafter, winner of Best in Show for his photography entry, ‘Rescued and Released.’ JILL MIRANDA BAKER/Keys Weekly

With House approval, HJR 203 awaits consideration among members in the Senate, who haven’t released a property tax proposal as of Feb. 25.

Gov. Ron DeSantis recently said he’s working closely with Senate members on a ballot initiative as it relates to property tax.

Joint resolutions such as Miller’s HJR 203 need approval among threefifths of the state legislature. If that’s achieved, state voters would be asked if they support erasing all property taxes, besides ad valorem dollars for schools, at the November 2026 election. House joint resolutions do not need the governor’s approval to reach the ballot.

The measure would need at least 60% of Florida voters to say “yes.” If the voter threshold is met, the phaseout would begin Jan. 1, 2027. State legislators would need to approve a bill to implement the phaseout and eventual property tax elimination.

HJR 203 also prohibits local governments from reducing services provided by first responders below the dollar amount of the current fiscal year. Thirty opponents to the measure, all Democrats, voiced concerns during the House session on how the funding cuts could affect essential services among Florida’s 400-plus municipalities.

“You are freezing budgets for local governments for public safety while decreasing — eliminating — a huge chunk of their revenue. How are they supposed to do that?” said Democratic Rep. Anna Eskamani, of Orlando.

Democratic Rep. Robin Bartleman, who represents Broward County, introduced an amendment to ensure long-term public safety funding by requiring the state to backfill public safety costs for municipalities. She said Miller’s proposal creates a “floor and ceiling” for public safety. She said the bill doesn’t keep track of future needs as cities grow, staffing grows and equipment costs.

“We know new fire trucks have gone up 140%,” Bartleman said.

Bartleman’s amendment was rejected by the Republican majority.

Concerns were also shared among Democratic members over the property tax burden possibly shifting to commercial properties and renters.

Before the discussion and debate on the floor, Florida House Speaker Danny Perez told members that they arrived at a “turning point of session” with a proposal that may be the most “aggressive legislation ever passed by a legislative chamber on property taxes in the U.S.” Talks over eliminating property taxes were heard a year ago by Gov. Ron DeSantis, but he’s yet to release any specific proposal.

Florida State Capitol complex. FILE PHOTO

ISLAMORADA MAYOR

DON HORTON IS FIRST TO FILE FOR A VILLAGE SEAT

JIM McCARTHY jim@keysweekly.com

Alongtime Islamorada resident and current village mayor is seeking another term on the council.

Don Horton came to the Florida Keys from Texas almost 50 years ago. A former building services director for Monroe County and building official for Islamorada, Horton secured seat 4 in the 2024 election, winning 60.9% of the vote to beat Tom Raffanello. It’s his first time serving as a council member. Like the other members, Horton is in the second and final year of his current term.

On Jan. 29, Horton was the first to file for one of the five open seats in the upcoming November election. He’ll vie for seat 4.

“I filed early last election cycle. I just figured I’d file early again this year to let my constituents and the citizens of Islamorada know I would like the privilege to serve another two years,” Horton told Keys Weekly.

Horton was one of five members who supported the selection of Ron Saunders for village manager last April. He said the council found somebody who understands the local issues. Horton also said he’s happy with the progress being made on various fronts, from the ballfield at Founders Park to the fiscally-conservative moves made last budget cycle.

“There’s an observation to me that some people complain about people not showing up, that we’re having small attendance at council meetings. To me, that’s an indication that the citizens are very happy with the things going on,” Horton said. “Take for instance when there was discussion or rumor loathing that we were getting rid of Freebee, that room was full. When people were concerned about peacocks, that room was full.

“As we conduct normal business, we may have four to five people attending those meetings in person. I think that’s an indication we’re doing a good job for the citizens,” Horton continued.

is particularly pleased with the newsletter, which he worked with Saunders to bring to the public, the weekly update by the village’s lobbyists on the latest developments of legislative session at the state capital and the restored relationship with the Key Largo Wastewater Treatment District.

Overall, Horton said the current council has brought a level of professionalism that’s been missing.

“I don’t feel like I stand up alone,” he said. “If we can have a professional council that can work together and get things done. … The council isn’t just one person, it’s a team working for the betterment of the village.”

But Horton acknowledges there is still much work ahead in the village. Specifically, Horton believes the council can do more to help local businesses. He also wants to improve the business districts on the village of islands.

“I believe we should concentrate on finding some niche parking places, or certain parking areas that will take some of the strain off our businesses,” he said. “We also need to continue towards paid parking as a revenue source for the village rather than the town constantly looking at having to raise taxes.”

As he hits his 50th year living on Plantation Key, Horton is hoping the voters select him for another term in office.

“We’re on track to getting some good things done and I’m looking forward to having another opportunity to serve,” he said.

‘This may be the most aggressive legislation ever passed by a legislative chamber on property taxes in the U.S.’ — Florida House Speaker Danny Perez

When session ended last May, Perez convened a 37-member House Select Committee on Property Taxes. Out of the committee came several proposals either to reduce the property tax burden on certain groups, such as property owners over 65, or eliminate them altogether.

Perez said the House is open to the Senate’s ideas, provided they ever materialize.

“This chamber has collapsed the space between what we say and what we do,” he said.

Senate Appropriations Chairman Ed Hooper said last week that the chamber will be careful with what they do. He said the chamber’s plan will not be as generous as the plan in the House to eliminate all non-school property taxes on homesteads.

State Rep. Jim Mooney, who represents the Keys and a portion of south Miami-Dade, voted in favor of HJR 203. In an interview in January with the Keys Weekly, Mooney said he voted “yes” on House joint resolutions, like 203, in committee to give voters the ultimate say.

“It doesn’t mean I like it, but it would be unfair for me to vote ‘no.’ I can’t make the call for the voter,” he said.

Charles Chapman, legislative consultant for the Florida League of Cities, said proposals like Miller’s would end up becoming a tax shift.

“The burden will shift to businesses, the renters, because fees, assessments, higher nonhomestead millage rates could replace the homestead tax break,” he said.

Miller acknowledged local government budgets rose exponentially over the years. For instance, she said Orange County saw a 90% increase in its budget in the last five years. She said municipalities will need to have hard discussions about spending.

Some governments already had those talks. Monroe County slashed 45 full-time positions and discontinued Freebee rideshare service in the Lower Keys during the last budget cycle. And 50%, or $1.1 million, in county funding was cut for human services nonprofits.

Mayor Don Horton. FILE PHOTO

Horton

EMPOWER YOU FEATURES DISTINGUISHED SPEAKER LINEUP

The Upper Keys Business & Professional Women (BPW) has announced the speaker lineup for Empower You, a full-day event for women March 7 at the REEF Ocean Exploration Center in Key Largo.

The event is designed to educate, inspire and connect women through a range of educational sessions and activities. Organizers expect more than 100 women to attend. Proceeds benefit the Upper Keys BPW Adult Women’s Scholarship Program.

Olympic gold medalist and fivetime world champion rower Amanda Polk will deliver the keynote address, “Striving to Be the Best in a Competitive World.” Drawing from her experience competing on the world stage, Polk will share lessons on discipline, resilience and performing under pressure and how those lessons apply to leadership and everyday life.

Breakout sessions will be led by prominent Upper Keys women from the business, nonprofit and public service sectors, with several BPW members featured among the lineup.

• Sherri Hodies, Monroe County Supervisor of Elections, and Ginette Hughes, past president of the Upper Keys League of Women Voters, will co-present “Making Your Vote Count in 2026: What You Need to Know Now to Be Prepared,” offering essential information on voter registration, the election process, critical deadlines and the best ways to learn about the candidates running for office this year.

• Rose Littlejohn, adjunct professor at the College of the Florida Keys and an executive coach, will present “Ask Like You Mean It: The Power of Negotiating with Confidence.” The session will offer practical tools to help women advocate for themselves in salary negotiations, contracts and leadership opportunities.

• Becky Wagner, CEO and founder of Iris Blue Technology, will lead “Reclaim Your Time: AI That Actually Works for Busy Professionals.” Wagner will demonstrate simple, practical ways to use artificial intelligence to streamline work and free up valuable time.

• Success coach Martha Wilson will present “Get Your Weekend Back: Three Hidden Reasons Why Your Cal-

endar May Be Setting You Up to Fail.” Her interactive workshop will focus on strategies for getting the important things done and making time for life beyond work.

• Dr. Sue Woltanski will speak on “Advocacy in Action: Lessons Learned on the Front Lines.” She will share insights from her experience in public service and community leadership, offering guidance on how women can effectively advocate for themselves, others and the causes they care about.

• Dr. Mary Woods, family medicine physician, and Kate Banick, executive director of the Good Health Clinic, will host “Hormone Happy Hour.” This conversational session will address common questions about hormones, menopause and women’s health, providing practical information women can use at different stages of life.

Patricia Milian, president of Upper Keys BPW, said the slate of speakers and topics reflects the organization’s focus on all aspects of women’s lives.

“Like BPW, Empower You offers something for every woman regardless of age, life stage, or personal priorities and interests,” said Milian. “Women are not one-dimensional, and that’s reflected in the day’s programs and activities.”

Seating is limited at the REEF Ocean Exploration Center. More information is at upperkeysbpw.org/ empoweryou.

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LOCAL BUSINESSES ADVERTISE WITH LOCAL FACES

CELEBRATING 22 YEARS

Since 2005, Rex Air has been keeping Upper Keys homes and businesses comfortable with reliable, locally focused HVAC service. Specializing in both residential and commercial work, the company provides A/C service and installation for all brands, new construction systems, ice machine service and installation, pool heaters, refrigeration systems, and preventative maintenance agreements.

Owner Rex Houston has built the company around consistency and community. A key part of their success is an unusually low employee turnover rate, made possible by providing a ordable local housing for team members. By serving only the Upper Keys from Key Largo through Islamorada, the company avoids overextending and o ers same-day service to customers.

Rex Air truly keeps it local — their employees live and work in the community they serve. The business is also a proud supporter of Key Largo Elementary, Plantation Key School, and Coral Shores High School.

With a team of 10 employees operating from one location, Rex Air remains focused on dependable service, quick response times, and strong community ties.

Primary Contact: Rex Houston

87805 Overseas Highway, Islamorada, FL 33036

Phone: 305-852-8230

Website: rexairac.com

Email: rex@rexairac.com

Member of the Islamorada Chamber of Commerce, Key Largo Chamber of Commerce, and Key Largo Rotary.

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BRIEFLY

Boat hits piling, throws four into water

Four people were thrown from a boat after it struck a submerged piling off Tavernier during the late afternoon on Feb. 20, Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission said.

Officers responded to the singlevessel incident not far from MM 91. The boat was traveling north when it attempted to overtake another vessel. According to FWC, the vessel hit a submerged piling, a channel marker, which penetrated the center of the hull. Upon impact, four of the six occupants on the Contender were thrown into the water.

According to Kristen Livengood, county public information officer, two people were transported by Trauma Star to Jackson South. Two people were transported by ambulance to Mariners Hospital, and two others refused treatment.

FWC said the investigation is ongoing. The incident comes as the U.S. Coast Guard currently works to replace old red/green channel markers with new ones.

Two fatalities in Card Sound crash

One of the Florida Keys’ two main thoroughfares was closed for a majority of Feb. 19, following a fatal crash involving three vehicles on the MiamiDade County side of Card Sound Road earlier in the morning.

Two people were killed in the crash and one was transported to the hospital with injuries. Miami-Dade Fire Rescue said they transported one adult alert patient via air rescue to the Ryder Trauma Center at Jackson South Hospital in Miami.

Card Sound Road was closed to the Monroe County line, until just after 3:30 p.m., when the Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office announced both lanes were reopened. A two-lane highway, Card Sound Road is an alternate route to the 18-Mile Stretch that connects the island chain to Florida City.

Water line bursts in Tavernier

Crews were called to MM 91 in Tavernier, just north of the Tavernier Towne Plaza entrance, during the later morning of Feb. 21 for a water line burst. A pool of water slowed traffic on both sides of U.S. 1. Monroe County Sheriff’s deputies assisted at the scene as Florida Keys Aqueduct Authority crews conducted repairs.

CHARTER REVIEW COMMITTEE RECOMMENDS THREE-YEAR TERMS

Members support keeping numbered seats for election

JIM McCARTHY jim@keysweekly.com

Avillage committee tasked with reviewing the Islamorada charter recommended maintaining the seat numbers one through five, and giving candidates the ability to file for a certain seat, as opposed to transitioning to the top five vote getters, during a village election.

At a Feb. 18 meeting at the Founders Park Community Center, the seven-member committee also voted 6-1 to recommend council members serve terms of three years as opposed to two years. However, the committee turned down a recommendation to keep the seats unstaggered, meaning they would all come up for election every three years.

Recommendations by the committee still have to go to the village council for consideration and approval before they go to village voters at the November 2026 election. The committee was expected to continue discussing the idea of potentially staggering terms at a Feb. 25 meeting.

Talks over keeping the seats numbered versus having an election with the five highest vote getters transitioned to the issue of candidates switching seats before the qualifying deadline. Recent elections have seen candidates filing for one seat, but jumping to another just before the qualifying period deadline. Several committee members expressed their desires to see the practice end.

“It just seems improper,” Joe Roth said.

“I had conversations over the last week with numerous residents. They all said mostly the same thing, they were not happy with seat switching,” Lorie LaLonde said.

Per village attorney John Quick, Florida statute doesn’t prohibit candidates from seeking a different office or switching seats. If they do swap, Quick said, they have to notify their financial contributors within 15 days. That way, the contributor can decide to keep their funds with that candidate or get their contributions

back if they prefer another person running for office.

“As you can imagine, the reason might be you donate to John Doe because he’s running against John Smith, but then he switches seats and he’s running against Jane Doe, and you prefer Jane Doe and you might not want your funds used against Jane Doe,” Quick said.

The village has a qualifying period, meaning a candidate can’t jump out of one seat to go for another after the deadline.

Village Clerk Marne McGrath said state law stipulates the election qualifying fee is 3% of council’s annual salary. There’s also a 1% assessment fee. Together, fees to enter a village race are $480. Candidates can also secure petitions to enter a village race. McGrath noted that petitions wouldn’t be transferred if they ran for one seat but switched to another.

Committee member Richard Black asked Quick if the village could require a candidate to pay the qualifying fees again if they decide to switch seats. Quick believed it could be possible, but would research more to confirm.

The lone “no” vote, vice chair Susan Raffanello, believed the village should do away with the numbered seats and instead go by top vote getters.

“I think seats become a popularity contest. They choose the weak gazelle and devour it,” she said. “People will pick who they want to run against, for better or for worse. I think it’s for worse.”

Committee members then discussed lengths of council member terms. A majority believed two years wasn’t adequate, but four years was too long. Historically, questions posed to voters about increasing term lengths to four years on the ballot have been overwhelmingly voted down.

Chair Ty Harris said a three-year term gives staff the ability to perpetuate policies that often change when the council makeup changes every two years. Craig McBay also acknowledged the potential benefit of giving council and staff time to implement policy with a term length beyond two years.

“Look at the time staff spends preparing for things like the Fills. The new council wants to do one thing, ‘Here’s our plan,’ then a new council comes in and says, ‘Nope that’s not our plan’ and it starts over,” he said.

Raffanello, who preferred keeping council term lengths to two years, said there’s more accountability to council and the public.

“Every two years, those doing well will maintain their seats if that’s what the public desires,” she said. “It gives residents a voice in the community and sometimes feel like they don’t have one.”

LaLonde said people she talked to about term lengths supported going from two to three years. With twoyear terms, Roth acknowledged that it takes a year to learn how village government works. The next year, they have to turn around and campaign, if they’re seeking re-election.

Charter Review Committee member Craig McBay. FILE PHOTO

Charter Review Committee chair Ty Harris.

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GIGANTIC NAUTICAL MARKET WELCOMES THOUSANDS, PRODUCES $250,000 IN SCHOLARSHIPS

The Upper Keys Rotary produced the Gigantic Nautical Market at Founders Park on Feb. 21-22. More than 350 vendors, 20 food trucks, and nearly 150 student volunteers from Coral Shores High school greeted the attendees. The event allows the Upper Keys Rotary to annually award about $250,000 in scholarship benefits to students in the Keys, including $50,000 to the Take Stock program, which the legislature matches. The Upper Keys Rotary Foundation continues to support students through their academic education or technical training.

— Keys Weekly staff report

Jimmy Johnson, pictured middle, walks among the many visitors.

Visitors check out lawn furniture.

Justin Stout, 26, of Jupiter, looks at fishing rods from Chaos Fishing.

Joe’s Bloody Mary booth stayed busy on Saturday.

Key Largo Rotarian Roberto Alonso welcomes attendees.

Upper Keys Rotarians Anna Richards and Terry Abel.

Upper Keys Rotarian Holly Raschein.

Upper Keys Rotarians Sara Roth, left, and Maria Jones.

Daniel and Taylor Johnson, of Key Largo, entertain their 8-month old son Nolan.

Jennings Early, 8, at center, and William Miller, 9, check out a small boat.

Photos by Jim McCarthy, Doug Finger and Cindy Smith. Visit keysweekly.com for a full gallery.

Through this event and the support of our sponsors, the Upper Keys Rotary Foundation has invested millions back into local students.

What do you enjoy most about your work? Working with the kids and helping the teachers. Seeing the kids’ smiles and getting their hugs.

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No matter how many individuals appear in the pages of each edition of Keys Weekly, there are always so many more of our community members who deserve to be recognized. In an effort to shine a spotlight on more of the incredible individuals who live and work in these islands, Keys Weekly is proud to spotlight our Neighbor of the Week feature, dedicated to celebrating a community member with each issue.

Our neighbor of the week is Jane Orr, a long-time employee turned volunteer at Key Largo School. Twice nominated in the top three for the Keys Weekly Best of Upper Keys people’s choice awards, Orr started volunteering at KLS when her now grown son was in kindergarten. A couple years later, she joined the staff as a paraprofessional, working from 1992 until her retirement at the end of the 2017 school year. She returned as a volunteer at the start of the next school year in August. She currently works in a first grade classroom with Ms. Amy Arevalo and assists Ms. Pam Caputo with her STEAM classes.

How long have you lived in the Keys? While I was born in Atlanta, my parents moved to Miami when I was 7 and we started exploring the Florida Keys. I’ve lived in Key Largo full time for 48 years.

What drew you to the Keys?

Developed a love for the Keys while growing up and my parents and siblings all moved here. I was the last to follow suit. All my family has moved away but KLS keeps me here.

Weirdest experience you’ve had in the Keys? Fantasy Fest years ago. Once was enough. There were things I saw that couldn’t be unseen. While it was fun, I’ve been there, done that.

What led you to be in the occupation you’re in? Having had two children. I had previously worked at a chiropractic center, in accounting and at a dialysis center, but once my son started school, I wanted to volunteer.

If you could have dinner with anyone, who would it be? My mom and dad. Dad died when I was only 25 and there are so many things I would like to ask them. I’d love to have dinner with Pope Leo.

If you had a superpower, what would it be? The power to transport to places. I would love to visit more often with my sister, children and grandchildren.

Favorite food? Fish of any kind. I love seafood but fish especially, panseared or cooked in my air fryer.

Favorite movie? I’m not a big movie goer but I like the “Top Gun” movies. This might have to do with my son-in-law flying those planes.

Favorite book? I’m in a book club so I’ve read a lot, but “Charlotte’s Story” is my favorite. I explored Elliot Key as a kid and remember the Keys back in the day as described in the book.

What are your hobbies? I like crafting and decoupage. I’d like to get into shelling more.

Is there a skill/talent you want to master? I’d love to get into photo editing and restoration.

What are you most proud of as you look back on your life this far? My kids. Both are engineers and are doing well as parents.

Do you have any regrets? Not traveling more. I passed on a trip to Rome and Vatican City with my daughter years ago. They got to see the Pope; it would have been Pope John Paul II or Pope Francis.

What is the biggest daily challenge you face? Decluttering my house.

Know someone who would be a good Neighbor of the Week? Email jim@keysweekly.com.

Harry Davis Jr. served as Key Largo’s first Black fire chief from 1971 to 1975, and oversaw 29 volunteers. He was known for his sense of humor and once joked in a 1974 Miami Herald article: ‘When the fire sees me, it heads the other way.’

Harry Davis Jr.’s children Randy and Kimberly stand in front of the display dedicated to their father during a July 2025 visit at the Key Largo Volunteer Fire

In addition to being a volunteer for Key Largo Fire Rescue, Harry Davis Jr., seen here in front of his work van, ran a successful business that serviced fire extinguishers up and down the Keys.

Harry Davis Jr.’s children have many memories of visiting the fire house while their dad worked at Key Largo’s all-volunteer fire department. Here, they pose with their mother, Betty, and a staff member in front of a fire truck, circa 1970s.

Key Largo Fire & EMS District commissioner Frank Conklin, seen here, created this display of plaques received by Key Largo’s first Black fire chief, Harry Davis Jr., to honor his memory.

KEY LARGO HONORS ITS FIRST BLACK FIRE CHIEF

‘He was always involved. And he always cared.’

CHARLOTTE TWINE www.keysweekly.com

Harry Davis Jr., Key Largo’s first Black fire chief, was a true Conch who was born in 1944 on his father’s pistol range, in the area that is now called Port Largo. Due to Monroe County’s segregation laws at the time, Davis Jr. was not allowed to attend Coral Shores High School. So he took a Greyhound bus all the way to Homestead in order to get his education.

Key Largo fire commissioner Frank Conklin told Keys Weekly that when Coral Shores High School caught fire in 1968, Davis Jr. didn’t let that negative history bother him. As a member of the all-volunteer Key Largo Fire Rescue, he worked all night long to help contain the flames. He never left his post in order to save the school that he was not allowed to attend.

“He was a very humble man,” Conklin said.

Decades after his passing, Davis’ impact is still felt by the community. To honor the fire chief’s contributions to both the fire district and the community, Conklin has created a display at the Key Largo Volunteer Fire Rescue Museum.

And when a recent Facebook post to spotlight Davis for Black History Month was published by Florida Keys History & Discovery Center, multiple commenters wrote of their warm memories.

“One of the nicest guys you would ever meet, honest, hard working, helpful to anyone needing it,” said one.

“Harry was an angel. He helped

me move to Largo Gardens years ago. My son dated his daughter Kim & his wife (Betty) was a hoot!” said another.

Davis’ friends, family and colleagues often mention the Coral Shores High School anecdote to describe the type of man that he was. His son Randy Davis said that Coral Shores’ prejudice was just one of the slights that his father experienced.

“That’s not even the worst,” Randy said, chuckling. “I could tell you stories. But my father never let that hold him back. He was a great fireman, great fire chief, great family man. He raised four children in Key Largo and made sure we all graduated and went to work. He made sure we did the right thing.”

Davis’ father, Harry Davis Sr., moved to the Keys from Andros, Bahamas, in 1895. In addition to building that aforementioned pistol range in Port Largo, Harry Sr. and his wife, Florence — along with extended family — bought multiple parcels of land in the area, on which they farmed pineapples, Key limes and mangoes.

As a child, Harry Jr. helped with the farming and cleared land at 50 cents an hour to pave the way for the Hibiscus Park development as well as what would become John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park.

Eventually, he started cleaning the bays of the Key Largo fire house after it was built in 1955, and his duties as a volunteer built up over the years, gradually becoming fire chief in 1971 in addition to running his own successful business that serviced fire extinguishers up and down the Keys.

A tall, soft-spoken man (Randy called him a “gentle giant”), Davis was known for his sense of humor and once joked in a 1974 Miami Herald article: “When the fire sees me, it heads the other way.”

In the same article, written by John Dorschner, he was described as “a big, friendly man, given to backslapping and honking his horn at all the people he knows — and they are many.”

But there is a flaw in this tale: He died too soon. On Sept. 18, 1989, he passed away at age 45 of a stroke. And in a tragic twist of fate, his beloved wife, Betty, died a few years later in a house fire in Georgia.

Nonetheless, Davis’ daughter Kimberly said she and her family are moved that the Keys refuse to forget their father’s long-lasting stamp on the community.

“It is beyond overwhelming,” she said. “We thank god that Frank is keeping his memories alive.”

There’s one more memory that Kimberly would like us to know about.

“My father went to Key West every Thursday,” she said. “One day he was driving and just found a 2-yearold in the middle of U.S 1. He stopped to pick up the baby, and he looked and found out it had wandered from a trailer park on U.S. 1. The mother was asleep in the house. That’s the type of person he was. So many amazing stories. He was always involved. And he always cared.”

Photos by CHARLOTTE TWINE/Keys Weekly and Contributed.

Key Largo Fire Rescue chief George Leone presents Harry Davis Jr. with the 1982-1983 Fireman of the Year award.

Harry Davis Jr. posing with his wife, Betty Davis.

Rescue Museum.

‘COLD-STUNNED’ SEA TURTLE RELEASED OFF ISLAMORADA

Agreen sea turtle, rehabilitated at the Florida Keys’ Turtle Hospital after being rescued Feb. 3 suffering from cold stunning, was released Feb. 19 into Florida Bay off Islamorada.

“Groundhog,” named for the day before her rescue, was discovered in distress during a record cold spell that resulted in unusually frigid waters in the typically balmy Upper Keys. The reptile was found floating and lethargic — symptoms of the hypothermic reaction called cold stunning, which occurs when sea turtles are exposed to cold water for a prolonged time — and transported to the Turtle Hospital for treatment.

released the nearly 50-pound female at Founders Park Beach in Islamorada. Spectators cheered as Groundhog crawled into the shallow water and started swimming away.

“Groundhog was a quick recovery,” said Zirkelbach. “She was probably in good health when she was cold-stunned, good body weight and she was good to go home today.”

Seven other cold-stunned turtles were rescued in the Keys during the same weather event. Some had other challenges such as boat-strike wounds or the tumor-causing disease fibropapillomatosis, and are still recovering at the Turtle Hospital.

‘Groundhog’

rehabbed at Keys Turtle Hospital

beach in Islamorada. ANDY NEWMAN/ Turtle Hospital

“Groundhog was one of the first sea turtles to be rescued in the Florida Keys due to a ‘cold-stunning’ event, and the very first to be released today,” said Bette Zirkelbach, manager of the world’s first state-licensed veterinary center dedicated solely to treating sea turtles.

“We warmed her up, we treated her with fluids (and) a broad-spectrum antibiotic,” Zirkelbach added.

She and other hospital staff members

Another cold front moved through the Keys late Sunday, but Zirkelbach said area waters have warmed up and she doesn’t anticipate a repeat cold-stunning event.

The Turtle Hospital opened in September 1986 and has treated and released more than 3,000 injured sea turtles and assisted scores of hatchlings gone astray after exiting their nests. — Contributed

The approximately 50-pound green sea turtle ‘Groundhog’ awaits release. Inset: Turtle Hospital staffers Taylor Zapata, left, and manager Bette Zirkelbach place ‘Groundhog’ during a Feb. 19 release at the Founders Park

HABITAT’S COCKTAIL PARTY TO HELP BUILD HOMES FOR LOCAL FAMILIES

Prospective Habitat for Humanity homeowners contribute sweat equity hours, volunteering in local projects such as the Gardenia development. Habitat for Humanity of the Upper Keys unveiled the completed Gardenia development project in a ribbon-cutting ceremony on the morning of July 23, 2025. FILE PHOTO

Habitat for Humanity of the Upper Keys is holding its 23rd annual Cocktail Party, with an “Alice in Wonderland” theme, on Friday, March 13 at Cheeca Lodge and Spa, 81801 Overseas Highway, Islamorada, from 6:30 to 10:30 p.m.

This year’s event will include food, drinks, music, dancing, games and a live auction. Guests will have the opportunity to connect with friends and neighbors while supporting a critical local cause: building affordable housing in the Upper Keys.

All proceeds from the Cocktail Party will go toward the construction of affordable homes, helping local families achieve the dream of homeownership and creating a stronger, more resilient community.

Tickets are now available, with a variety of levels. Sponsorship opportunities are available for individuals and businesses.

More information is on Instagram and Facebook, or at habitatupperkeys.org/cocktail-party.

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BREWERY, MOOSE LODGE HOST BACON, BEER & SEAFOOD FEST

Florida Keys Brewing Co. and the Islamorada Moose Lodge are partnering to bring a day filled with local brews, tasty bacon and fresh, delicious seafood. Set for Sunday, March 1 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., the festivities at the brewery will include a mini-beer fest — with more than 30 Florida brews. A special VIP tasting wristband will be

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SAVE THE DATE

Thursday, Feb. 26

• Florida Keys History & Discovery Center’s Hoedown from 6 to 8 p.m. at the center. $100 per person. Register at keysdiscovery.com.

Feb. 28-March 1

• Coral Shores Drama Club presents “In the Heights” at the school’s performing arts center. Scan the QR code to purchase tickets.

Saturday, Feb. 28

a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Plantation Key Community Center, 53 High Point Road.

Thursday, March 5

• MarrVelous Pet Rescue’s “Yappy Hour” from 6 to 8 p.m. at Islamorada Brewing Co.

March 6-8

• Coral Shores Drama Club’s “In the Heights” at the school’s performing arts center.

Saturday, March 7

• 45th annual Garden Walk from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tickets $32 in advance, $35 on the day of the event. Learn more at gardenclubupperkeys. org.

• Keys Community Concert Band’s Pops in the Park at 4 p.m. at the Founders Park amphitheater.

available for $40. There will also be a bacon-eating contest, cocktail contest and a fish dip contest. Daylong entertainment will feature the Lower Mat Cats, Coconut Cowboy and the Junkanoo Band. Proceeds support local charities and scholarships. Parking is free and the suggested entry donation is $5. — Keys Weekly staff report

• “Murder at Mardi Gras” dinner and show at 6 p.m. at the Elks Lodge 1872, Tavernier. Tickets $75 per person. Scan the QR code for tickets.

Sunday, March 1

• Bacon, Beer and Seafood Festival from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Florida Keys Brewing Co. $5 suggested entry donation.

March 3-4

• JOY Center activities from 8:30

• Special Olympics Florida’s Monroe County Summer Games, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Marathon High School.

• Florida Keys Quilters meets at 10 a.m. at the Key Largo library community room.

• Free tire recycling for Monroe County residents from 8 a.m. to noon at the Key Largo, Long Key and Cudjoe transfer stations.

• Free virtual presentation on the world’s greatest underwater treasure hunter who never got wet by Gary Pinkerton, historian, at 11 a.m. at the History of Diving Museum, Islamorada.

March 8

• Bay Jam 31 from 1 to 7 p.m. at Founders Park, Islamorada. Learn more at keysice.com.

SHOW BRINGS TALENTED ARTISTS AND BIG WINNERS

Art Guild of the Purple Isles’ show on display through March

Top: Artist and show judge Andres Lopez gets animated just before announcing the Best in Show winner in front of the standing-room-only crowd. Above: Artist Marcia Krietman stands in front of her winning entry in the pastel and drawing category titled ‘Coconut Cascade.’ JILL MIRANDA BAKER/Keys Weekly

Artist Kaya McCoy shares a heartfelt anecdote about purchasing fellow artist Bruce Chambers’ entry in 2025. Chambers died two days before this year’s show opening.

For the first time in its 60 years holding a juried art show, photography was the winning category in the annual Art Guild of the Purple Isles’ show.

Titled “Rescued and Released,” the drone photo was taken by Jason Rafter, a budding professional photographer whose day job is as a law enforcement officer with Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission. The photo featured a mother manatee and her baby being released back into the wild after being rescued and rehabilitated. It was one of 90 entries in the annual show, chaired by artist Karen Kubacki of Tavernier.

“The correlation of the piece and our new show location at Dolphin Life Hospital is so cool,” Kubacki said. “Our best-in-show winner shows precisely the mission of Dolphin Life and members of their staff were involved in the rescue and release.”

Artist Andres Lopez of Miami spent nearly six hours judging the show.

“I am impressed with the quality and execution of all the work,” he said. “It was not easy to select winners with all these amazing works.”

Of Rafter’s photo, Lopez said, “It tells the best story, explodes with emotional impact. It is an image but the movement is like a video. Jason’s piece looks like a National Geographic photo.”

“It was definitely a surprise and honor,” Rafter said of the award. “I started taking photography seriously

more than 10 years ago, opening my photography business just last year. That this was my first time entering and the first time in 60 years a piece from the photography category won is just astonishing.”

Rafter said he appreciates his coach/mentor Sandra Lee, a professional photographer in Marathon.

“Composition and storytelling have always been my strong suit, and Sandra has taught me about editing, lighting and some basics. I didn’t know all that I didn’t know.”

Dozens of members of the art guild and their guests came together for the most anticipated announcements of the year — the top finishers in several distinct media categories — pastel drawing, plein air, watercolor, mixed, digital, photography, acrylic and oil, during a private reception before the public opening night reception.

Of the nearly 120 members of the Art Guild, nearly half submitted one or more of the 90 pieces for the show.

The top three winners in the photography category went to Subrata Basu for “Roadside Shrine,” Jeannie Reman for “Fledgling,” and Jessyne Peterson for “Life in a Bubble,” first, second and third place respectively. An honorable mention went to Bruce Chambers, who passed away just days before the show opened, for his piece “Timeless.” Peterson is his daughterin-law.

Kaya McCoy shared a touching story of purchasing his entry from the 2025 show. He told her it was the first he’d ever sold.

“He touched me so deeply. I love that photo and him,” she said. “I will buy this year’s entry and always cherish his memory.” That piece is titled “Forgotten.”

The People’s Choice award will be announced at the show’s conclusion based on the most votes from the general public. The show is on display through Monday, March 30. Dolphin Life is at 82748 Overseas Highway, Islamorada. The show is free and can be viewed daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Additional art guild works can be viewed in the Tassell Building at Mariners Hospital and on Saturday, Feb. 28 during the one-day botanical show at the Frances Tracy Garden Center, MM 94, Tavernier.

Jessyne Peterson, the daughter-in-law of Bruce Chambers, placed third in the photography category for ‘Life in a Bubble.’ CONTRIBUTED

Other winners

Acrylic

• First place: Gloria Avner, “Ring Around a Roseate”

• Second place: Karen Kubacki, “Crinium Symphony”

• Third place: Jacqueline Campa, “Sweeter Than a Peach”

• Honorable Mention: Susan Kay Holler, “Spotted Elk”

Digital art

• First place: Louise Lindsay, “Goodnight Moon”

Mixed media

• First place: Christine O’Neill, “Two Wake Surfers”

• Second place: Diane Whitney Smith, “Seahorse in Paradise”

• Third place: David O’Neill, “Lots A Leg”

Oil

• First place: David Bader, “Falling for the Tropics”

• Second place: Mary Bonde, “Navel Gazing”

• Third place: Deborah Spencer, “Surf’s Up”

Pastel and drawing

• First place: Marcia Kreitman, “Coconut Cascade”

• Second place: Gisela Llorens, “Springtime in the Tropics” Third place: Kay Morrow, “Two Kayaks”

Watercolor

• First place: Yvette Cotera, “Barrier Reef”

• Second place: Monica Bankowski, “Water Lilies”

• Third place: Peter Turner, “Zen Bloom”

Plein air

• First place: Monica Bankowski, “Greenberg Grove”

• Second place: Peter Turners, “Solstice”

• Third place: David Bader, “Turtle Flats”

JILL MIRANDA BAKER

Jason Rafter, right, explains his drone image, ‘Rescued and Released,’ which won Best in Show at the Art Guild of the Purples Isles 60th Judged Art Show on Feb. 19 at Dolphin Life Hospital in Islamorada. Also pictured are show judge Andres Lopez, left, and show chair Karen Kubacki.

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HOMETOWN THROWDOWN

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Marathon Baseball NSU University 2/16 L, 5-1

Marathon Softball Immaculata-LaSalle 2/17 W, 17-2

Key West Boys Lacrosse Coral Reef 2/17 W, 10-7

Coral Shores Baseball Dade Christian 2/17 L, 9-4

Coral Shores Boys Lacrosse Westminster Christian 2/18 W, 9-3

Coral Shores Girls Lacrosse Palmetto 2/18 L, 16-3

Marathon Baseball Dade Christian 2/18 L, 7-3

Key West Girls Lacrosse Lourdes Academy 2/18 L, 11-5

Key West Softball Western 2/19 L, 12-6

Coral Shores Softball South Somerset Academy 2/19 W, 19-16

Coral Shores Baseball ABF Academy Homestead 2/19 W, 5-4

Coral Shores Boys Lacrosse Keys Gate 2/20 W, 20-2

Coral Shores Girls Lacrosse Keys Gate 2/20 W, 13-0

Key West Boys Lacrosse Cardinal Gibbons 2/26 W, 9-4

Marathon Baseball Berean Christian 2/20 W, 11-1

Key West Baseball Pace 2/20 W, 10-3

Key West Baseball St. Brendan 2/21 W, 8-4

Key West Softball Westminster Christian 2/21 W, 7-2

Key West Softball Westminster Christian 2/21 L, 10-5

Key West Girls Lacrosse St. Cloud 2/21 W, 16-3

ATHLETE OF THE WEEK

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Sophomore, Key West Wrestling

Maria just continues to get andbetter is proving that she’s one of the best wrestlers in the state of Florida.”

— Conchs head wrestling coach Chaz Jimenez

Key West’s Maria Holushko is doing big things this season through relentless dedication and a work ethic that refuses to waver. The Lady Conch wrestler embraces a grueling training schedule and does whatever it takes to chase championship standards. Competing in one of the toughest districts in the state, Holushko finished as district runner-up before following it a week later with a regional runner-up finish to punch her ticket to the state tournament in March. With a dominant 25-4 record this season, she continues to prove that hard work shows up on the mat. For her phenomenal gains and commitment to the sport of wrestling, Key West’s Maria Holushko is the Keys Weekly Athlete of the Week.

25-4 place at regionals record this season ON THE COVER FEBRUARY 26

Coral Shores’ Jack Brown has his opponent on the ropes in the 165-pound weight class at the FHSAA District 16 championships in Key West. See page 5. TRACY McDONALD/Keys Weekly

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Maria Holushko shows off her FHSAA 1A Region 4 silver medal Feb. 21. CONTRIBUTED

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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POWER AT THE PLATE

Marathon softball starts with a W; Key West blasts three homers

Catcher Madelyn Thornton leads the Dolphins in just about every hitting stat available after a big three-hit game last week.

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t’s been a hot start to spring for the Florida Keys’ three softball squads.

Marathon started the season with a win over Immaculata-LaSalle on Feb. 17. The Lady Fins dispatched the Royal Lions in just five innings via mercy rule. Anastasia Boose went the distance in the circle, striking out nine batters, walking one and giving up five hits over five innings. The Fins racked up seven stolen bases and six hits with three – a triple and two singles – off the bat of junior Madelyn Thornton. Elianys Roque tripled and Sara Robinson and Shaina Robinson each singled in the 17-2 victory.

Four days later in Key West, Arianna Garcia’s three-run homer in the second inning broke things open as the Lady Conchs picked up steam and rolled over the Warriors of Westminster Christian, 7-2. Maicee Gage added a solo shot in the same inning to stretch the lead beyond the Warriors’ reach. Garcia added a second hit, a single, in the sixth inning. Lucy Katz had a pair of hits and Shylo Sanchez, Kaleya Cervantes and Kaleaya Dickerson added one apiece. Brianna Brenner struck out eight in seven innings, walking one and giving up eight hits in Key West’s first win of the season.

Later that afternoon, the teams squared off again, this time with a different result. The Warriors came out swinging, pulling ahead with a three-run lead after the first inning. Westminster kept the pressure on until the end, winning 10-5 over the Conchs.

Chloe Kongos and Cervantes had three hits each and Williams, Sanchez, Dickerson and Maicee Gage added one hit each. Lilee Gage had a solo homer in the sixth, but 11 Conch hits would not be enough to overcome a determined Warriors team. Ryleigh Harnish handled the pitching in game two, striking out five, walking five and surrendering a dozen hits over seven innings.

Coral Shores won their season opener against Somerset South Homestead in a clash of the ’Canes. Coral Shores won 19-16 against the other Hurricanes in the Feb. 19 contest.

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DYNASTY ROLLS ON

Conch wrestling streak stretches to 17 district championships; Holushko punches ticket to states

On Feb. 20, South Florida’s best 1A wrestlers converged on the Southernmost City for the District 16 championships. When the final bout was complete, Key West’s trophy case was a bit more crowded, with their 17th consecutive first-place finish.

In addition to the team title, the Conchs saw a pair of individuals crowned with district titles. Michael Guzman (165 pounds) defeated two opponents via technical fall, piling on the points on his way to the podium. Allens Alexandre made short work of his final opponent, pinning him in under 30 seconds for district gold.

In second place were Kyle Condella (138), Jacob Ferguson (126), and Donald Kirkpatrick (113). Angel Morales (175) and Aristerne Richardson (106) brought home bronze and Jaylyn Annylus (144), Kascper Kowalik (215) and Prometheus Delacerda (132) finished in fourth. All 10 will advance to regionals at Cardinal Gibbons this week.

Coral Shores finished fifth overall, but took more titles home to Tavernier. Three Hurricanes stood in the top spot on the podium and nine wrestlers advanced to regionals with top-four finishes.

David Beltran won the 175-pound division. Beltran, a state qualifier last season, looks primed for a return to Kissimmee this year. Joining him as a district champ are Gavin Matheis (132) and Sebastian McCoy (120). Both athletes pinned all their opponents at districts and have what it takes to make it all the way to the big show this season.

Sterling Keefe (157) and Nathaniel Tristram (150) were district runners-up and will have a shot in the next round, as will third-place finishers Jeramiah Ortiz (144), Jack Brown (165) and Ethan Struhs (138). The final Keys regional qualifier is Ricardo Mack, a freshman who finished fourth in the 190-pound competition.

Marathon, in its first year of varsity wrestling, brought three athletes to the event, two of whom were middle school students. Despite the obstacles, the Fins finished in eighth place, picking up 18 points in the final meet of their inaugural season.

The following afternoon, two Keys athletes represented Monroe County in the girls wrestling Region 4 1A championships. Maria Holushko of Key West and Marathon’s Autumn Wolfe earned their spots in the brackets with outstanding

district performances earlier this month.

Holushko punched her ticket to states after amassing a 3-1 record at regionals, defeating two opponents by fall and claiming the runnerup spot in what is easily the toughest region in Florida. Holushko did not lose until the title match, to the same athlete who defeated her at districts. The sophomore sensation will represent the Southernmost City in early March at Silver Spurs Arena in Kissimmee at the state championships.

Wolfe’s first-round loss gave her a tougher path at regionals, but the resilient sophomore won her next two matches to keep her hopes of a state berth alive. A second loss at the tournament, however, meant Wolfe’s first year of varsity wrestling ended at regionals.

top: Kyle Condella of Key West works the arm of his opponent in a 138-pound bout Feb. 20.

The referee raises George Eggers’ hand in victory in a 157-pound match.

Coral Shores’ Jeremiah Ortiz picks up some back points against Marathon’s Charlie Buttner in their 144-pound bout.

Nathaniel Tristram works to free himself.

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STRONG START Upper and Middle Keys lifters begin the long road to states.

With the girls weightlifting season officially complete, the gentlemen are picking up the pace on the long road to their own state championships in early May. Last week, the Hurricanes blew into Marathon on Feb. 18, picking up dual wins against the Dolphins. The ’Canes outscored the Fins 52-30 in the Olympic competition, then 54-28 in traditional lifts.

Coral Shores’ Nick Brown (119 pounds), Kyle Derobertis (129), Tyler Bettner (139), Jake Companioni (169), Aaron Lykins (183), Fredy Flores (219) and Mason Aussubel (238) were dual winners at the event. The athletes won both the Olympic and traditional competitions.

Coral Shores’ Jacob Franks won the traditional event in the Unlimited category, splitting with Marathon’s Trevor Wofsey, who won the Olympic event. In the 154-pound class, Marathon’s Matthias Martinez-Velez won the Olympic event while Coral Shores’ Kevin Gonzalez had the upper hand in traditional.

Marathon’s lone dual winner was Max Childress, in the 199-pound category. Childress and Martinez-Velez were state qualifiers in 2025, and Lykins, Bettner and Roberts were close after strong regional finishes last season.

Top row, from left:

Caden Powell gets a 135-pound clean and jerk over his head. Matthias Martinez-Velez is good on his 155-pound clean.

Aaron Lykins’ 175-pound snatch lift gets the all-clear from the judges.

Kevin Gonzalez performs his opening 145-pound clean and jerk lift.

Middle row, from left: Xavier Johnson attempts a 205-pound clean and jerk.

Max Childress gets low on his 165-pound snatch lift.

Bottom row, from left: Chris Paul cleans his opening 140-pound lift.

Connor Malone pauses during his 105-pound clean and jerk.

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STORMING THE COURTS

Lady ’Canes improve to 3-1 after pair of wins last week

On Feb. 17, the Lady Hurricanes swept Keys Gate in a resounding 7-0 win on their home tennis courts. Emma Sogegian, Allyson Rosendale, Kaiyenna De Ron, Harlee Beler and Jillian Thiery won in No. 1 through 5 singles. Sogegian and Rosendale added a win in No. 1 doubles, then de Ron and Beeler won in No. 2 doubles for the clean sweep.

Two days later, Coral Shores headed south for a matchup against Marathon. In girls action, Emily Alvear of Marathon started things off with a win in No. 1 singles. After that, it was a storm surge, with the remainder of the wins coming from Hurricanes.

De Ron, Beeler, Thiery and Parker Kelly won in No. 2 through 5 singles. Thiery and Kelly then won in No. 1 doubles while Vanessa Gabriel and Emily Rosu took the W in No. 2 doubles for a 6-1 win for Coral Shores.

Marathon’s boys dominated Coral Shores in the matchup, winning 7-0. Tanner Snowden, Matt Delgado, Graham Murphy, Kase Daughtry and Eduardo Garcia all picked up singles wins. Snowden and Delgado teamed up for another win in No. 1 doubles while Murphy and Daughtry did the same in No. 2 doubles.

The Royal Lions of Immaculata-La Salle were a royal pain for Key West in a Feb. 17 contest in Miami. La Salle defeated the Conchs 7-0. The boys fared better, with a pair of wins from Andrei Lehene and John Picco in No. 1 and 2 singles.

Coral Shores takes a break in the tennis match against Marathon Feb. 19.

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Marathon’s Matt Delgado, left, Eduardo Garcia and Graham Murphy aim for a win. TRACY McDONALD/Keys Weekly

BATTLE TESTED

Keys lacrosse teams prove themselves on the turf

The Lady Conchs hit the road on Feb. 18 to play a talented Lourdes Academy lacrosse team, which came out with a vengeance. Key West knocked Lourdes out of contention at districts last season, giving the Bobcats the fuel they needed to overcome the Conchs.

Mavis Bishop scored three goals and Colbie Turner netted two. Adriana Dall was credited with an assist and the team collectively picked up 19 ground balls and caused five turnovers, but it was not enough to overcome Lourdes, which ultimately won 11-5.

On Feb. 21, a visiting St. Cloud High School was overwhelmed early with a flurry of Conch scoring. The 16-3 win was truly a team effort in which even the newest members played a role. In all, Key West won 29 ground balls and caused a dozen turnovers. Turner won 10 draw controls, caused two turnovers and snagged an interception. The senior captain also scored five goals. Bishop scored six and was responsible for six of the team’s ground balls, five draw controls, three caused turnovers and an interception.

“It was a beautiful game on our part, great transitions, lots of hustle to get the ball back. Everyone got to play and everyone contributed in one way or another,” said Conchs coach Marissa Giacopuzzi, whose team stands at 2-1.

The Lady ’Canes also stand at 2-1 after a win and a loss last week. Coral Shores lost to Palmetto 16-3 on Feb. 18 on the road, but won against Keys Gate at home in an impressive 13-0 shutout.

Boys

The boys of Coral Shores improved to 5-1 after a pair of wins at home last week. Both wins were against district opponents, a testament to the strength of this year’s Hurricane squad. On Feb. 18, Coral Shores defeated Westminster Christian 9-3 in a contest that was closer than the score indicated for much of the game. Five unanswered fourth-quarter goals spelled disaster for the Warriors, though, and a fantastic display in goal by Brock Bynum for the ’Canes gave Coral Shores the win. Bynum had 18 saves for the Hurricanes to anchor the defense.

Offensively, James Mitchell led the scoring with five goals. Finn McDonough netted two and Christian Gonzalez scored one with two assists. Zane Martinez added one goal and three assists to the team total. Feb. 10 was a much more lopsided matchup, as the

Hurricanes delivered a 20-2 loss to Keys Gate. Mitchell, Gonzalez and Martinez all racked up multiple goals, while Theo Shugarman, Andres Alvarado and Bynum scored their first varsity goals. Jace Jackson netted one goal and was crucial in the faceoff circle along with Connor Daniels.

“We were happy to pick up a couple district wins last week,” said Hurricane head coach Chris Carrow. “The boys played a very gritty game against (Westminster).” He added that the team has two big games this week, including Coral Reef and Belen Jesuit.

Key West’s boys kept their perfect record intact with a pair of wins last week. The Conchs won 10-7 at Coral Reef on Feb. 17 despite a limited roster. The goal-scoring was spread around, with Raffael Rice and Kieran Smith leading the charge with two each.

Mateo Lopez was outstanding in goal, saving 17 and keeping the Conchs in the game. “Mateo was key in keeping us ahead with countless saves when we needed them most,” said coach Alberto Piceno.

Piceno was also pleased with Smith’s play on both sides of the field, praising his athleticism, grit and strong understanding of the game. The game ball, however, went to Rice, whose faceoff wins helped tip the odds in favor of Key West.

The Conchs then defeated Cardinal Gibbons 9-4 on Feb. 20 to move to 3-0 this season. Carlo Vernieri led the charge with six goals, while Sawyer Hill added two and Max Louchheim accounted for the final goal against Gibbons. Owen Dougherty was credited with two assists while Lopez added 15 saves.

Vernieri received the game ball in the home opener, despite feeling under the weather. “Carlo, who is always looking to involve everyone and create for others, took it upon himself to give us six much-needed goals,” Piceno said. “He wasn’t feeling 100%, yet he did what was necessary to help us get the win.”

FAST OUT OF THE GATE Hurricanes track stars make a statement in season opener

Just one week into the season, Coral Shores’ track and field team set the tone at the 2026 Southridge Spartan Invitational. This year’s event included hundreds of athletes from 38 South Florida high schools, making for some stiff competition. Three Hurricanes were up to the challenge, placing in the top 10 at the meet.

Sophomore Ali Wheatley wasted no time hitting her stride. Wheatley raced to a third-place finish in the 3,200-meter run, finishing in 11:32. That beat her prior personal best by more than a second. Wheatley was a state qualifier in the event as a freshman, and if her performance last week is any indication, she is on her way to medal this season.

Alaric Rodriguez finished ninth in the boys 800-meter race. The senior distance specialist crossed the line in 2:04. Julieanna Oddo started her junior season off with a personal best. Oddo finished 10th in the 100-meter high hurdles, completing the race in 18.26 seconds.

Coral Shores’ Ali Wheatley CONTRIBUTED

1. Owen Dougherty (1) and Carlo Vernieri (4) scramble for a loose ball. 2. Owen Dougherty (1) takes a shot on goal. 3. Raffael Rice (21) wins a faceoff against Cardinal Gibbons Feb. 21. 4. Reif Wallen (3) reads the field for his next move. TRACY

Prep baseball bats heat up for big wins across Keys BARRELS BLAZING

Tested by South Florida rivals, Monroe County baseball squads continued their winning ways last week.

Key West’s Kade Maltz and Xavier Perez both went 3-for-4 at the plate against Monsignor Pace on Feb. 20, fueling a frenzy of 11 hits to defeat their longstanding rivals with conviction. The Conchs outhit the Spartans 11-4 to help avenge a midseason loss to Pace last year.

Donovan Thiery put in five innings of work, striking out nine, walking two and surrendering just two hits. The Spartans were unable to pencil in a single run against the FSU commit.

The win ended a 17-year drought for Key West against the Spartans, in a rivalry which has spanned more than half a century. The Conchs last defeated Pace in 2009 in a playoff game at home after losing to them twice in the regular season.

On Feb. 22, a visiting St. Brendan School held their own against the Conchs until late in the game. Maltz started on the mound and did not surrender a single run, effectively shutting down the St. Brendan School offense.

The bats were sleepy for both sides, however, until the sixth inning, when the Sabres strung together four hits and a pair of walks to take a 4-0 lead over the Conchs. But Key West had a clear answer for St. Brendan. In their half of the sixth, the Conch bats were wide awake, and six hits and some strategic sacrifices helped the Conchs pile on eight runs. Key West held down the fort in the seventh inning to preserve the win. Perez and Thiery each added a pair of hits, including one double apiece. Nelson Ong smacked a pair of singles and Maltz, Kristian Masters and Jackie Niles accounted for the rest. Key West was perfect in the field and the win preserved their perfect 4-0 record.

Marathon traveled to Fort Lauderdale on Feb. 16 to take on the Sharks of NSU University School. The Sharks took an early lead and never let up, ultimately winning 5-1. Roco Piscetello, Dylan Williams and Massimo Quargnali had the only hits against the Sharks, and Gabriele Cirina had an RBI off a fielder’s choice. Cirina and Piscetello shared the pitching duties, putting in three innings of work each.

Two nights later, the Fins were at home against the Warriors of Dade Christian. The Dol-

phins took an early lead after Cirina homered over the right-field fence for a 1-0 lead. That would keep the Fins in the lead until the fifth inning, when both teams managed two runs. Dade Christian took over in the sixth inning, adding a pair of runs, then added three more in the seventh to end the game 7-4 in favor of the Warriors. In addition to Cirina's bomb, Quargnali, Andrew Suarez and Piscetello each logged a single. Williams started on the mound, spanning five innings and striking out seven, walking three and surrendering four hits. Piscetello and Jack Chapman put in an inning of relief each in the loss.

The Fins returned to their winning ways Feb. 20 in a display of patience against the visiting Berean Christian Bulldogs. The game was scoreless until the bottom of the fifth, when the Fins scored three runs, then piled on eight more in the sixth to apply the mercy rule to the Bulldogs.

Chapman had three hits, including a triple, while Suarez and Buigas added two hits each. The Fins’ bats were hot, amassing 11 hits to the Bulldogs’ one. Miscues did not help Berean; the team piled up seven errors to compound the effects of Marathon’s heavy hitters.

Cirina struck out eight, walked four and surrendered no hits and just one run in five innings of work. Chapman closed out the final inning for the 3-2-1 Fins.

Coral Shores kept an even record last week, with one win and one loss. The loss came at the hands of Dade Christian, which bested the Hurricanes 9-4 on Feb. 17. In their home opener, Emileano Barrios logged a pair of hits while Riley O’Berry, Maykol Bonito, Mason Clark, Keller Blackburn and Andy Cone added one apiece to the team’s total of seven hits. O’Berry pitched three innings while Barrios, Cone and Jack O’Keefe chipped in for relief.

On Feb. 19, a road trip proved more fruitful for the Hurricanes. Glade Harrelson started on the mound for Coral Shores, giving up two hits and no runs over 3-1/3 innings of work. Harrelson struck out three and walked five. O’Berry was 2-for-4 while Bonito, Clark, Barros, Cone and Mailon Aguilla had one hit each. The 5-4 win put the Hurricanes at 2-2 on the season.

Marathon’s Gabriele Cirina currently stands in third place in Florida in RBIs with 13. He is 16th nationally and is first in 1A Rural as well as FHSAA’s Rural District 8. JUSTICE LEE ISOM/Keys Weekly

NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE

U-HAUL COMPANY OF MIAMI

Notice is hereby given that on March 9th, 2026, Leonard Richford

Jr. Storage Auctioneer, Executive Administrator for U-Haul Company of Miami, Will be offering for sale under the Judicial Lien Process, By Public Auction, the following storage units. The Terms of the sale will be cash only. U-Haul Company does reserve the right to refuse any bids. The sales will Begin at 8:00 a.m. and continue day by day until all units are sold. The names of whose units will be sold are as follows:

103530 Overseas Highway, Key Largo, FL 33037 Steele, Sarah 1327, 1272

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NOTICE OF INTENTION TO CONSIDER ADOPTION OF COUNTY ORDINANCE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN that on March 11, 2026, at 9:00 A.M. or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard, at the Nelson Government Center, 102050 Overseas Highway, Key Largo, Florida, 33037, 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, FLORIDA, ESTABLISHING ARTICLE III

SECTIONS 5-26 THROUGH 5-31 OF THE MONROE COUNTY CODE; CODIFYING THE ESTABLISHMENT OF THE AD-HOC COMMITTEE ON NOISE FOR THE KEY WEST INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT RETROACTIVE TO MAY 16, 1995;

SETTING FORTH THE NUMBER OF MEMBERS OF THE COMMITTEE; ESTABLISHING THE COMPOSITION OF THE MEMBERS OF THE COMMITTEE; SETTING FORTH THE TERMS OF OFFICE OF THE MEMBERS OF THE COMMITTEE; SETTING FORTH THE PROCEDURE FOR THE FILLING OF VACANCIES ON THE COMMITTEE; SETTING FORTH THE REQUIREMENTS FOR THE NUMBER OF MEETINGS TO BE HELD BY THE COMMITTEE; SETTING FORTH THE POWERS OF THE COMMITTEE; SETTING FORTH THE ADVISORY NATURE OF THE COMMITTEE; SETTING FORTH THE PROVISIONS FOR AID BY COUNTY STAFF; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR THE REPEAL OF ALL ORDINANCES INCONSISTENT HEREWITH; PROVIDING FOR INCORPORATION INTO THE MONROE COUNTY CODE OF ORDINANCES; 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 March 11, 2026, meeting, which will be posted beginning on March 3, 2026 at: https://www. monroecounty-fl.gov/695/BOCCMeetings-Agendas. The ordinance may also be viewed at the Monroe County Attorney’s Office at 1111 12th Street, Suite 408, Key West, FL 33040.

The public can participate in the March 11, 2026, 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: https://mcbocc.zoom. us/j/89204098700, or Live Closed Captioning is available via the MCTV portal at https:// cloud.castus.tv/vod/ monroe/ video/60832 c9dcf67bb7ac 0c21791?page= HOME&type=live. 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 voice-impaired, call “711”.

Pursuant to Section 286.0105, Florida Statutes, notice is given that if a person decides to appeal any decision made by the Board of County Commissioners with respect to any matter considered at such meetings or hearings, that person will need a record of the proceedings, and for such purpose, that person will need to ensure that a verbatim record is made of the proceedings, which record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

Dated at Key West, Florida, this 21st day of February, 2026.

KEVIN MADOK, Clerk of the Circuit Court and Ex Officio Clerk of the Board of County Commissioners of Monroe County, Florida

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA

PROBATE DIVISION

FILE NO.: 2017-CP-000046-M

IN RE: GUARDIANSHIP OF JAY HUGO HOSEK, a Ward.

NOTICE OF TERMINATION OF GUARDIANSHIP ON CHANGE OF DOMICILE OF RESIDENT WARD

The guardianship of JIRINA HOSEK, the Ward, file number 20 l 7-CP000046-M, is pending in the Circuit Com1 for Monroe County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 3117 Overseas Highway, Marathon, FL 33050. The names and addresses of the guardian and the guardian's attorney are set forth below.

Attorney for Guardian

Effective March 1, 2026, Kristie Santana, APRN, PMHNP-BC, will no longer be practicing at the office of Keys Medical Group - Psychiatry.

Patients may continue to contact the office for an appointment with Angela Halbrook, APRN, PMHNP-BC. Request an appointment via the patient portal, online at KeysMedicalGroup.com or at (305)293-1299.

Patients may also request a copy of their medical records by contacting Keys Medical Group Psychiatry, 1200 Kennedy Drive, Suite 1041, Key West, FL 33040. Phone: 305-293-1299.

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BRIAN C. TAYLOR, ESQ.

Taylor Trust Law

733 East Baseline Road, Ste. 117 Mesa, AZ 85209

Guardian

JINIRINA HOSEK

125 N. Val Vista Avenue

Apache Junction, AZ 85119

A Petition to Terminate Guardianship Upon Change of Ward's Domicile has been filed upon the grounds of change of domicile of the Ward. The guardian will apply for discharge on February 28, 2026. The jurisdiction of the Ward has been transferred to Arizona.

Any objection shall be in writing and shall state with particularity each item to which the objection is directed and the grounds on which the objection is based. Any objections to the final report or Petition to Terminate Guardianship Upon Chang of Ward's Domicile shall be filed WITHIN THE LATER OF 30 DAYS FROM THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THE PETITION TO TERMINATE GUARDIANSHIP UPON CHANGE OF THE WARD'S DOMICILE OR THE DATE OF FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE.

A notice of hearing thereon shall be served within 90 days after filing the objection or the objection is abandoned. The date of the first publication of this notice is February 19, 2023.

RODOLFO SUAREZ, JR., ESQ.

Florida Bar Number: 013201

9100 South Dadeland Blvd., Ste. 1620 Miami, FL 33156

Telephone: (305) 448-4244

Facsimile: (305) 448-4211

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

DIVISION: PROBATE

CASE NO.: 26-CP-28-M IN RE: ESTATE OF PAMELA BURROUGHS CRUTCHFIELD

Deceased. NOTICE TO CREDITORS

The administration of the estate of PAMELA BURROUGHS CRUTCHFIELD, deceased, whose date of death was September 26, 2024, 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 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 February 5, 2026.

Personal Representative: CATHERINE SIDWELL 1120 Pauline Ave

Charleston, SC 29412

Attorney for Personal Representative:

BRIAN M. CASEY

Florida Bar Number: 92715

WRIGHT BARROWS PLLC 9711 Overseas Highway Marathon, FL 33050 Telephone: (305) 743-8118

Fax: (305) 489-0307

E-mail: Brian@keysclosings.com

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION FILE NO.: 26-CP-59-M

DIVISION: MIDDLE KEYS IN RE: ESTATE OF CONNIE ANN MELIN

Deceased.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

The administration of the estate of CONNIE ANN MELIN, deceased, whose date of death was January 20, 2026, is pending in the Circuit Court for MONROE County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 3117 Overseas Highway, Marathon, Florida 33050. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below.

All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. The 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. The written demand must be filed with the clerk.

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: February 26, 2026.

Personal Representative: Jason J. Hardy 5901 Ruth Drive Edina, Minnesota 55424

Attorney for Personal Representative: Richard E. Warner

Attorney Florida Bar Number: 283134

RICHARD E. WARNER, P.A. 12221 Overseas Highway MARATHON, FL 33050

Telephone: (305) 743-6022

Fax: (305) 743-6216

E-mail: richard@rewarnerlaw.com

Secondary E-Mail: pamela2@ rewarnerlaw.com

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION FILE NO.: 26-CP-32-M

DIVISION: MIDDLE KEYS IN RE: ESTATE OF PETER M. TYSON Deceased.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

The administration of the estate of Peter M. Tyson, deceased, whose date of death was December 22, 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 ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM.

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

The following is an upcoming GMX procurement opportunity:

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. The written demand must be filed with the clerk.

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: February 19, 2026.

Personal Representative: Frances M. Latham 673 Linden Ave. Ridgefield, New Jersey 07657

Attorney for Personal Representative: Richard E. Warner

Attorney

Florida Bar Number: 283134

RICHARD E. WARNER, P.A. 12221 Overseas Highway MARATHON, FL 33050

Telephone: (305) 743-6022

Fax: (305) 743-6216

E-mail: richard@rewarnerlaw.com

Secondary E-Mail: pamela2@ rewarnerlaw.com

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SIXTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OF THE STATE OF FLORIDA, IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY CASE NO: 2025-CA-129-K Premier Capital, LLC Plaintiff, Vs Carolyn M. Delgado and William J. Delgado

Defendant,

NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE

NOTICE IS HEREBY given that pursuant to a Pluries Writ of Execution issued in the Circuit Court, of Monroe County, Florida, on the 29th day of January, 2026, in the cause wherein Premier Capital, LLC is Plaintiff and Carolyn M. Delgado and William J. Delgado was defendant, being Case No. 2025-CA-129-K in said court, I, Richard A. Ramsay, Sheriff of Monroe County, Florida have levied upon all right, title, and interest of the defendant, in and to the following described real property to wit:

SPECIFIC DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY:

From the warranty deed that states the following described land, situate, lying and being in Monroe County, Florida to-wit: Legal Description(s) –On the Island of Key West, Monroe County, Florida, and known on William A. Whitehead’s map delineated in February A.D. 1829, as part of Tract 11 but better known as part of Lot 3, Square 9, Tract 11 according to Charles W. Tift’s Map of said Island recorded in Deed Book “L” Page 564, of the Public Records of Monroe County, Florida and being more particularly described by metes and bounds as follows: Commencing at the intersection of the Southwesterly right of way boundary line of Duval Street with the Northwesterly right of way boundary line of United Street and run in a Southwesterly direction along the said

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33040

All bidders must have a valid

Driver’s License with them and must register with the clerk at location of sale prior to start time of sale. I shall offer this property for sale, at the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office Headquarters building located at 5525 College Road, Key West, Florida 33040 in the County of Monroe, State of Florida, on the 2nd day of April, 2026, at the hour of 10:00

A.M. or as soon thereafter as possible. I will offer for sale all of the said defendant’s right, title, and interest in the aforesaid real property at public auction and will sell the same subject to all taxes, prior liens, encumbrances and judgments, if any, to the highest and best bidder for cash or cashiers check in hand. The proceeds to be applied as far as may be to the payment of costs and the satisfaction of the above described execution.

Dated at Key West, Monroe County, Florida this 10th day of February, 2026.

Richard A. Ramsay Sheriff of Monroe County, Florida

By: Donald Stullken

Deputy Sheriff In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, persons with disabilities needing a special accommodation to participate in this proceeding should contact the Civil Division no later than seven says prior to the proceeding at (305)809-3041.

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NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED 2025-51

Notice is hereby given that, PRESTIGE WORLDWIDE BBC LLC PRESTIGE WORLDWIDE BBC LLC, holder of the following Certificate(s) has filed said Tax Certificate(s) for a Tax Deed to be issued thereon. The Certificate Number and year of issuance, the description of property, and Name in which it is assessed are as follows:

Certificate No: 2023/621

Date of Issuance: June 01, 2023

Account Number: 1237973

Parcel ID: 00185990-000000

Description of Property: BK 14 LT 14 CUTTHROAT HARBOR ESTATES FIRST ADDN CUDJOE KEY PB5-60 OR388-888 OR493-445 OR764-1870 OR832-443 OR858340 OR954-701/02 OR2200-719 OR2200-720 OR2200-740 OR2221816/17

Names in which assessed:

JENNIFER L RICHMOND, ZELEZNIK

ROBERT J

All of said property being in the County of Monroe, State of Florida. Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate or certificates will be sold to the highest bidder on www.monroe. realtaxdeed.com

Sale Date: March 25, 2026 Sale

Time: 10:00am.

Dated this February 4th, 2026

KEVIN MADOK, CPA

CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT & COMPTROLLER OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA By: Aneta Jodkowska, Deputy Clerk

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NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED 2025-52

Notice is hereby given that, PRESTIGE WORLDWIDE BBC LLC

PRESTIGE WORLDWIDE BBC LLC, holder of the following Certificate(s) has filed said Tax Certificate(s) for a Tax Deed to be issued thereon. The Certificate Number and year of issuance, the description of property, and Name in which it is assessed are as follows:

Certificate No: 2023/901

Date of Issuance: June 01, 2023

Account Number: 1410985

Parcel ID: 00333641-012800

DOCK LOT D-23 STIRRUP KEY SUBDIVISION PB7-4 STIRRUP KEY (DOCK AREA A) OR817-2119

OR877-248 OR1018-1548 OR1882103 OR2668-1885 OR2687-413 OR3300-0140

Names in which assessed: BROWN GARY D LIVING TRUST

05/04/2018

All of said property being in the County of Monroe, State of Florida. Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate or certificates will be sold to the highest bidder on www.monroe. realtaxdeed.com

Sale Date: March 25, 2026 Sale Time: 10:00am. Dated this February 6th, 2026

KEVIN MADOK, CPA CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT & COMPTROLLER OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA

By: Aneta Jodkowska, Deputy Clerk

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NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED 2025-53

Notice is hereby given that, PRESTIGE WORLDWIDE BBC LLC PRESTIGE WORLDWIDE BBC LLC, holder of the following Certificate(s) has filed said Tax Certificate(s) for a Tax Deed to be issued thereon. The Certificate Number and year of issuance, the description of property, and Name in which it is assessed are as follows:

Certificate No: 2023/622

Date of Issuance: June 01, 2023

Account Number: 1237981

Parcel ID: 00186000-000000

Description of Property: BK 14 LT 15 CUTTHROAT HARBOR ESTATES FIRST ADDN CUDJOE KEY

PB5-60 OR385-601 OR769-1672

Names in which assessed:

BERNADINE D BRYKOWSKY, BRYKOWSKY FRANK L

All of said property being in the County of Monroe, State of Florida. Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate or certificates will be sold to the highest bidder on www.monroe. realtaxdeed.com

Sale Date: March 25, 2026 Sale Time: 10:00am.

Dated this February 4th, 2026

KEVIN MADOK, CPA CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT & COMPTROLLER OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA

By: Aneta Jodkowska, Deputy Clerk

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NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED 2025-54

Notice is hereby given that, PRESTIGE WORLDWIDE BBC LLC PRESTIGE WORLDWIDE BBC LLC, holder of the following Certificate(s) has filed said Tax Certificate(s) for a Tax Deed to be issued thereon. The Certificate Number and year of issuance, the description of property, and Name in which it is assessed are as follows:

Certificate No: 2023/284

Date of Issuance: June 01, 2023

Account Number: 1101311

Parcel ID: 00089430-000000

Description of Property:

27 62 38 ISLAND OF KEY LARGO PB 1-64 PT LOT 1 OR180-528/530 OR1047-1982/1985C OR3035-72

Names in which assessed:

U S HOME CORPORATION SOUTH FLORIDA LAND DIVISION

All of said property being in the County of Monroe, State of Florida. Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate or certificates will be sold to the highest bidder on www.monroe. realtaxdeed.com

Sale Date: March 25, 2026 Sale Time: 10:00am. Dated this February 4th, 2026 KEVIN MADOK, CPA

CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT & COMPTROLLER OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA

By: Aneta Jodkowska, Deputy Clerk

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NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED

2025-55

Notice is hereby given that, FIG 20, LLC FIG 20, LLC FBO SEC PTY, holder of the following Certificate(s) has filed said Tax Certificate(s) for a Tax Deed to be issued thereon. The Certificate Number and year of issuance, the description of property, and Name in which it is assessed are as follows:

Certificate No: 2023/624

Date of Issuance: June 01, 2023

Account Number: 1238074

Parcel ID: 00186090-000000

Description of Property: BK 15 LT 6 CUTTHROAT HARBOR ESTATES FIRST ADDN CUDJOE KEY PB5-60 OR477-583 OR729-436 OR1295-1982 OR1456-1353

Names in which assessed:

RICE SYLVIA L, SHARON RICE

All of said property being in the County of Monroe, State of Florida. Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate or certificates will be sold to the highest bidder on www.monroe. realtaxdeed.com

Sale Date: March 25, 2026 Sale Time: 10:00am.

Dated this February 6th, 2026

KEVIN MADOK, CPA CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT & COMPTROLLER OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA

By: Aneta Jodkowska, Deputy Clerk

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NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED

2025-56

Notice is hereby given that, FIG 20, LLC FIG 20, LLC FBO SEC PTY, holder of the following

Certificate(s) has filed said Tax Certificate(s) for a Tax Deed to be issued thereon. The Certificate Number and year of issuance, the description of property, and Name in which it is assessed are as follows:

Certificate No: 2023/626

Date of Issuance: June 01, 2023

Account Number: 1238121

Parcel ID: 00186140-000000

Description of Property: BK 15 LT 11 CUTTHROAT HARBOR

ESTATES FIRST ADDN CUDJOE KEY PB5-60 CUDJOE KEY OR593-348 OR1378-2014/18

Names in which assessed: PHILLIPS AND TRICE INC

All of said property being in the County of Monroe, State of Florida. Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate or certificates will be sold to the highest bidder on www.monroe. realtaxdeed.com

Sale Date: March 25, 2026 Sale Time: 10:00am.

Dated this February 4th, 2026

KEVIN MADOK, CPA

CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT & COMPTROLLER OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA

By: Aneta Jodkowska, Deputy Clerk

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February 12, 19 & 26 and March 5, 2026

The Weekly Newspapers

NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED

2025-57

Notice is hereby given that, FIG 20, LLC FIG 20, LLC FBO SEC PTY, holder of the following

the description of property, and Name in which it is assessed are as follows:

Certificate No: 2023/623

Date of Issuance: June 01, 2023

Account Number: 1238066

Parcel ID: 00186080-000000

Description of Property: BK 15 LT 5 CUTTHROAT HARBOR

ESTATES FIRST ADDN CUDJOE KEY PB5-60 OR477-583 OR729-436 OR1295-1982 OR1456-1353

Names in which assessed: RICE SYLVIA L, SHARON RICE

All of said property being in the County of Monroe, State of Florida. Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate or certificates will be sold to the highest bidder on www.monroe. realtaxdeed.com

Sale Date: March 25, 2026 Sale Time: 10:00am.

Dated this February 6th, 2026

KEVIN MADOK, CPA CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT & COMPTROLLER OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA

By: Aneta Jodkowska, Deputy

Clerk

Publish:

February 12, 19 & 26 and March 5, 2026

The Weekly Newspapers

NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED

2025-58

Notice is hereby given that, FIG 20, LLC FIG 20, LLC FBO SEC PTY, holder of the following Certificate(s) has filed said Tax Certificate(s) for a Tax Deed to be issued thereon. The Certificate Number and year of issuance, the description of property, and Name in which it is assessed are as follows: Certificate No: 2023/628

Date of Issuance: June 01, 2023

Account Number: 1238147

Parcel ID: 00186160-000000

Description of Property: BK 15 LT 13 CUTTHROAT HARBOR

ESTATES FIRST ADDN CUDJOE KEY PB5-60 OR477-583 OR702-550 Names in which assessed: BEAUPERTHUY LUIS B All of said property being in the County of Monroe, State of Florida. Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate or certificates will be sold to the highest bidder on www.monroe. realtaxdeed.com

Sale Date: March 25, 2026 Sale Time: 10:00am.

Dated this February 4th, 2026

KEVIN MADOK, CPA CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT & COMPTROLLER OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA

By: Aneta Jodkowska, Deputy

Clerk

Publish:

February 12, 19 & 26 and March 5, 2026

The Weekly Newspapers

NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED 2025-59

Notice is hereby given that, FIG 20, LLC FIG 20, LLC FBO SEC PTY, holder of the following Certificate(s) has filed said Tax Certificate(s) for a Tax Deed to be issued thereon. The Certificate Number and year of issuance, the description of property, and Name in which it is assessed are as follows:

Certificate No: 2023/625

Date of Issuance: June 01, 2023

Account Number: 1238082

Parcel ID: 00186100-000000

Description of Property: BK 15 LT 7 CUTTHROAT HARBOR

ESTATES FIRST ADDN CUDJOE KEY

PB5-60 OR477-583 OR729-436 OR1295-1982 OR1456-1353

Sale Date: March 25, 2026 Sale Time: 10:00am.

Dated this February 6th, 2026

KEVIN MADOK, CPA CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT & COMPTROLLER OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA

By: Aneta Jodkowska, Deputy

Clerk

Publish:

February 12, 19 & 26 and March 5, 2026

The Weekly Newspapers

NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED

2025-60

Notice is hereby given that, FIG 20, LLC FIG 20, LLC FBO SEC PTY, holder of the following Certificate(s) has filed said Tax Certificate(s) for a Tax Deed to be issued thereon. The Certificate Number and year of issuance, the description of property, and Name in which it is assessed are as follows:

Certificate No: 2023/627

Date of Issuance: June 01, 2023

Account Number: 1238139

Parcel ID: 00186150-000000

Description of Property: BK 15 LT 12 CUTTHROAT HARBOR ESTATES FIRST ADDN CUDJOE KEY PB5-60 CUDJOE KEY OR593-348 OR1378-2014/18

Names in which assessed: PHILLIPS AND TRICE INC

All of said property being in the County of Monroe, State of Florida. Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate or certificates will be sold to the highest bidder on www.monroe. realtaxdeed.com

Sale Date: March 25, 2026 Sale Time: 10:00am. Dated this February 4th, 2026 KEVIN MADOK, CPA CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT & COMPTROLLER OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA

By: Aneta Jodkowska, Deputy Clerk

Publish:

February 12, 19 & 26 and March 5, 2026

The Weekly Newspapers

NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED 2025-61

Notice is hereby given that, FIG 20, LLC FIG 20, LLC FBO SEC PTY, holder of the following Certificate(s) has filed said Tax Certificate(s) for a Tax Deed to be issued thereon. The Certificate Number and year of issuance, the description of property, and Name in which it is assessed are as follows:

Certificate No: 2023/270

Date of Issuance: June 01, 2023

Account Number: 8627122 Parcel ID: 00086790-016900

Description of Property: UNIT 169 KEY LARGO KAMPGROUND AND MARINA A CONDOMINIUM OR966-1005

OR1020-126/27 OR1583-1109 OR1583-1110 OR2674-243 OR3060-1531 OR3193-1544 OR3325-1883 OR3329-1211 Along with: Mobile Home: VEHlCLE ID NUMBER: 1TC2B467353064011 TITLE NUMBER:91865923 YEAR 2005

Names in which assessed: FIGUEROA OVEREAS 101551 LLC All of said property being in the County of Monroe, State of Florida. Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate or certificates will be sold to the highest bidder on www.monroe. realtaxdeed.com

NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED

2025-63

Notice is hereby given that, FIG 20, LLC FIG 20, LLC FBO SEC PTY, holder of the following Certificate(s) has filed said Tax Certificate(s) for a Tax Deed to be issued thereon. The Certificate Number and year of issuance, the description of property, and Name in which it is assessed are as follows:

Certificate No: 2023/137

Date of Issuance: June 01, 2023

Account Number: 1055107

Parcel ID: 00054500-000000

Description of Property: KW PEARLMAN ESTATES PB3-100 LOT 10 BLK 1 OR53-296/97 OR488-705 OR596-29 OR767-255 OR795-1163 OR796-2319/20 OR884-500 OR2244-1571/72L/E OR2979-699D/C

Names in which assessed: COLLIE NITA

All of said property being in the County of Monroe, State of Florida. Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate or certificates will be sold to the highest bidder on www.monroe. realtaxdeed.com

Sale Date: March 25, 2026 Sale Time: 10:00am.

Dated this February 4th, 2026

KEVIN MADOK, CPA CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT & COMPTROLLER OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA

By: Aneta Jodkowska, Deputy Clerk

Publish: February 12, 19 & 26 and March 5, 2026

The Weekly Newspapers

NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED 2025-65

Notice is hereby given that, FIG 20, LLC FIG 20, LLC FBO SEC PTY, holder of the following Certificate(s) has filed said Tax Certificate(s) for a Tax Deed to be issued thereon. The Certificate Number and year of issuance, the description of property, and Name in which it is assessed are as follows:

Certificate No: 2023/780

Date of Issuance: June 01, 2023

Account Number: 9104797

Parcel ID: 00286280-000200

Description of Property: S 15 FT OF LT 30 WHISPERING PINES PLAT 3 PB4-59 BIG PINE KEY OR446-31 OR448-205 OR778-1838 OR780-12 OR781-1432 OR7821540 OR784-1991 OR785-789 OR785-1540 OR790-1182 OR791324 OR911-2396 OR1225-2053

OR1329-1022 OR1686-1133

OR1686-1135 OR1695-26 OR169528 OR1695-29 OR1905-2073 OR1905-2074 OR1905-2075 OR2843-1464 OR2866-198 OR2976-1453

Names in which assessed:

FOSTER WILLIAM H

All of said property being in the County of Monroe, State of Florida. Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate or certificates will be sold to the highest bidder on www.monroe. realtaxdeed.com

Sale Date: March 25, 2026 Sale Time: 10:00am.

Dated this February 4th, 2026

KEVIN MADOK, CPA CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT & COMPTROLLER OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA

the description of property, and Name in which it is assessed are as follows:

Certificate No: 2023/1411

Date of Issuance: June 01, 2023

Account Number: 9101739

Parcel ID: 00483401-019800

Description of Property: UNIT 198 KEY LARGO OCEAN RESORT CONDOMINIUM OR2611977 OR2924-70

Names in which assessed: IRIARTE PEDRO E, MARIA T IRIARTE

All of said property being in the County of Monroe, State of Florida. Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate or certificates will be sold to the highest bidder on www.monroe. realtaxdeed.com

Sale Date: March 25, 2026 Sale Time: 10:00am. Dated this February 6th 2026 KEVIN MADOK, CPA CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT & COMPTROLLER OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA By: Aneta Jodkowska, Deputy Clerk

Publish: February 12, 19 & 26 and March 5, 2026 The Weekly Newspapers

NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED 2025-67

Notice is hereby given that, FIG 20, LLC FIG 20, LLC FBO SEC PTY, holder of the following Certificate(s) has filed said Tax Certificate(s) for a Tax Deed to be issued thereon. The Certificate Number and year of issuance, the description of property, and Name in which it is assessed are as follows:

Certificate No: 2023/1419

Date of Issuance: June 01, 2023

Account Number: 1594181

Parcel ID: 00484570-000000

Description of Property: BK 4 LT 5 REVISED PLAT OF SUNRISE POINT KEY LARGO PB3-11 G62-338/39 OR743-262 OR1589862/63 OR1594-1594 OR15941595 OR2795-666 OR2915-641/42 OR2977-1108

Names in which assessed: PHOENIX HOLDINGS MONROE INC All of said property being in the County of Monroe, State of Florida. Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate or certificates will be sold to the highest bidder on www.monroe. realtaxdeed.com

Sale Date: March 25, 2026 Sale Time: 10:00am. Dated this February 4th 2026 KEVIN MADOK, CPA CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT & COMPTROLLER OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA By: Aneta Jodkowska, Deputy Clerk

Publish: February 12, 19 & 26 and March 5, 2026

The Weekly Newspapers

NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED 2025-68

Description of Property:

Certificate(s) has filed said Tax Certificate(s) for a Tax Deed to be issued thereon. The Certificate Number and year of issuance,

Names in which assessed: RICE SYLVIA L, SHARON RICE All of said property being in the County of Monroe, State of Florida. Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate or certificates will be sold to the highest bidder on www.monroe. realtaxdeed.com

Sale Date: March 25, 2026 Sale Time: 10:00am. Dated this February 6th, 2026 KEVIN MADOK, CPA CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT & COMPTROLLER OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA By: Aneta Jodkowska, Deputy Clerk Publish: February 12, 19 & 26 and March 5, 2026 The Weekly Newspapers

By: Aneta Jodkowska, Deputy Clerk Publish: February 12, 19 & 26 and March 5, 2026

The Weekly Newspapers

NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED 2025-66

Notice is hereby given that, FIG 20, LLC FIG 20, LLC FBO SEC PTY, holder of the following Certificate(s) has filed said Tax Certificate(s) for a Tax Deed to be issued thereon. The Certificate Number and year of issuance,

Notice is hereby given that, FIG 20, LLC FIG 20, LLC FBO SEC PTY, holder of the following Certificate(s) has filed said Tax Certificate(s) for a Tax Deed to be issued thereon. The Certificate Number and year of issuance, the description of property, and Name in which it is assessed are as follows: Certificate No: 2023/1123 Date of Issuance: June 01, 2023 Account Number: 1476846 Parcel ID: 00388530-000000

Description of Property: CRAIG CAY PB3-73 LOTS 5 THRU 9 G65-328(II DEED 19513-B) OR10-290(II DEED 20664) OR306-75 OR808-1858 OR8082136 OR961-571 OR1059-465 OR1105-1288 OR1975-1613AFF OR1975-1614AFF OR2035-690 OR2877-1769/70 OR3042-1859

Names in which assessed: ELITE ISLAND LLC

All of said property being in the County of Monroe, State of Florida. Unless such certificate or

BLEKE JAMES H

All of said property being in the County of Monroe, State of Florida. Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate or certificates will be sold to the highest bidder on www.monroe. realtaxdeed.com

Sale Date: March 25, 2026 Sale Time: 10:00am.

Dated this February 4th 2026

KEVIN MADOK, CPA CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT & COMPTROLLER OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA

By: Aneta Jodkowska, Deputy Clerk

Publish:

February 12, 19 & 26 and March 5, 2026

The Weekly Newspapers

NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED 2025-70

Notice is hereby given that, FIG 20, LLC FIG 20, LLC FBO SEC PTY, holder of the following

Certificate(s) has filed said Tax Certificate(s) for a Tax Deed to be issued thereon. The Certificate Number and year of issuance, the description of property, and Name in which it is assessed are as follows:

Certificate No: 2023/1719

Date of Issuance: June 01, 2023

Account Number: 1700975

Parcel ID: 00569511-003424

Description of Property: PRIVATE DWELLING AC 77-B

ANGELFISH CAY CONDOMINIUM CHALETS NO 6 OR540-237 OR8121244/45 OR833-2109 OR833-2110 OR964-1655/57 OR989-763/64 OR2714-458/61 OR2717-1023/26C Names in which assessed:

PAYING IT FORWARD GMBB LLC

All of said property being in the County of Monroe, State of Florida. Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate or certificates will be sold to the highest bidder on www.monroe. realtaxdeed.com

Sale Date: March 25, 2026 Sale

Time: 10:00am.

Dated this February 5th 2026 KEVIN MADOK, CPA CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT & COMPTROLLER OF

NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED 2025-71

Notice is hereby given that, KEYS FUNDING LLC-5023, holder of the following Certificate(s) has filed said Tax Certificate(s) for a Tax Deed to be issued thereon. The Certificate Number and year of issuance, the description of property, and Name in which it is assessed are as follows: Certificate No: 2023/1644

Date of Issuance: June 01, 2023

Account Number: 1669377

Parcel ID: 00545870-000000

Description of Property:

BK 3 LT 3 AND 4 WINSTON PARK SUB PB4-104 KEY LARGO OR159265/266 OR161-490 OR407-199200 OR448-224Q OR707-398D/C OR783-1500 OR786-1768

OR801-1073D/C OR802- 351D/C OR811-545 OR925-294 OR998509 OR1105-2378 OR12851387/94(PROB93-20129-CP-10) OR2376-516Q/C OR2376-517D/C

Names in which assessed:

DREW LAWRENCE V All of said property being in the County of Monroe, State of Florida. Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate or certificates will be sold to the highest bidder on www.monroe. realtaxdeed.com

Sale Date: March 25, 2026 Sale Time: 10:00am.

Dated this February 5th 2026

KEVIN MADOK, CPA CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT & COMPTROLLER OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA

By: Aneta Jodkowska, Deputy Clerk

Publish: February 12, 19 & 26 and March 5, 2026

The Weekly Newspapers

NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED 2025-73

Notice is hereby given that, KEYS FUNDING LLC-5023, holder of the following Certificate(s) has filed said Tax Certificate(s) for a Tax Deed to be issued thereon. The Certificate Number and year of issuance, the description of property, and Name in which it is assessed are as follows:

Certificate No: 2023/215

Date of Issuance: June 01, 2023

Account Number: 8879016

Parcel ID: 00072081-000265

Description of Property: TOWNHOME UNIT 165 KEY WEST GOLF CLUB DEVELOPMENT

OR1377-750/825DEC OR14372363/70 OR1532-214/216

OR1532-195/197 OR1775-442/44 OR2305-227/28 OR2608-311/12 OR3188-1391 OR3195-0484

Names in which assessed: PERFECT HORIZON LLC

All of said property being in the County of Monroe, State of Florida. Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate or certificates will be sold to the highest bidder on www.monroe. realtaxdeed.com

Sale Date: March 25, 2026 Sale Time: 10:00am.

Dated this February 5th 2026

KEVIN MADOK, CPA CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT & COMPTROLLER OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA

By: Aneta Jodkowska, Deputy Clerk

Publish:

February 12, 19 & 26 and March 5, 2026

The Weekly Newspapers

NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED 2025-74

Notice is hereby given that, KEYS FUNDING LLC-6023, holder of the following Certificate(s) has filed said Tax Certificate(s) for a Tax Deed to be issued thereon. The Certificate Number and year of issuance, the description of property, and Name in which it is assessed are as follows: Certificate No: 2023/1413 Date of Issuance: June 01, 2023

Account Number: 9101808

Parcel ID: 00483401-025000

Description of Property:

UNIT 250 KEY LARGO OCEAN RESORT CONDOMINIUM OR26111059

Names in which assessed:

GONZALEZ NORMA, GONZALEZ SANDRA, GONZALEZ VICTOR, GONZALEZ VICTOR JR

All of said property being in the County of Monroe, State of Florida. Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate or certificates will be sold to the highest bidder on www.monroe. realtaxdeed.com

Sale Date: March 25, 2026 Sale Time: 10:00am.

Dated this February 5th 2026

KEVIN MADOK, CPA CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT & COMPTROLLER OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA

By: Aneta Jodkowska, Deputy Clerk

Publish:

February 12, 19 & 26 and March 5, 2026

The Weekly Newspapers

NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED

2025-75

Notice is hereby given that, KEYS FUNDING LLC-6023, holder of the following Certificate(s) has filed said Tax Certificate(s) for a Tax Deed to be issued thereon. The Certificate Number and year of issuance, the description of property, and Name in which it is assessed are as follows:

Certificate No: 2023/295

Date of Issuance: June 01, 2023

Account Number: 1104582

Parcel ID: 00090966-000300

Description of Property: APT NO 4 ROCK HARBOR CONDOMINIUM NO 6 OR778-247

Names in which assessed:

TIELEN GISELA B All of said property being in the County of Monroe, State of Florida. Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate or certificates will be sold to the highest bidder on www.monroe. realtaxdeed.com

Sale Date: March 25, 2026 Sale Time: 10:00am.

Dated this February 5th 2026

KEVIN MADOK, CPA CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT & COMPTROLLER OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA

By: Aneta Jodkowska, Deputy Clerk

Publish:

February 12, 19 & 26 and March 5, 2026

The Weekly Newspapers

NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED 2025-77

Notice is hereby given that, KEYS FUNDING LLC-2023, holder of the following Certificate(s) has filed said Tax Certificate(s) for a Tax Deed to be issued thereon. The Certificate Number and year of issuance, the description of property, and Name in which it is assessed are as follows: Certificate No: 2023/1546

Date of Issuance: June 01, 2023

Account Number: 9105033

Parcel ID: 00512020-000100

Description of Property: BK 6 LOT 3 BOWENS ADDN TO RIVIERA VILLAGE KEY LARGO

PB2-107 G57-181 G57-321

OR10-33 OR442-183 OR446-637

OR509-399D/C OR546-1006D/C OR778-1346 OR1057-331 OR12001985 OR1304-1165 OR1515-1787

OR1658-2040 OR1905-374

OR1906-1917 OR1906-1918

OR2325-2329 OR2997-1157CT

OR3030-1994 OR3185-2249

Names in which assessed: 4 EL HOLDINGS LLC All of said property being in the County of Monroe, State of Florida. Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate or certificates will be sold to the highest bidder on www.monroe. realtaxdeed.com

Sale Date: March 25, 2026 Sale Time: 10:00am. Dated this February 5th 2026

KEVIN MADOK, CPA CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT & COMPTROLLER OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA

By: Aneta Jodkowska, Deputy Clerk

Publish:

February 12, 19 & 26 and March 5, 2026

The Weekly Newspapers

NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED 2025-79

Notice is hereby given that, JPL INVESTMENTS CORP , holder of the following Certificate(s) has filed said Tax Certificate(s) for a Tax Deed to be issued thereon. The Certificate Number and year of issuance, the description of property, and Name in which it is assessed are as follows:

Certificate No: 2023/299

Date of Issuance: June 01, 2023

Account Number: 1106402

Parcel ID: 00092240-000306

Description of Property: UNIT 206 SEA GULLS A CONDOMINIUM OR800-643

OR1084-421 OR1084-422 OR1114405 OR1177-185 OR1460-2192

OR1799-1186/87 OR1963-267

OR2468-1096/97 OR3141-0876

Names in which assessed:

EASTON JAMES LLC

All of said property being in the County of Monroe, State of Florida. Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate or certificates will be sold to the highest bidder on www.monroe. realtaxdeed.com

Sale Date: March 25, 2026 Sale Time: 10:00am.

Dated this February 5th 2026

KEVIN MADOK, CPA CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT & COMPTROLLER OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA

By: Aneta Jodkowska, Deputy

Clerk

Publish:

February 12, 19 & 26 and March 5, 2026

The Weekly Newspapers

NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED 2025-86

Notice is hereby given that, KC ENTERPRISE INT LLC, holder of the following Certificate(s) has filed said Tax Certificate(s) for a Tax Deed to be issued thereon. The Certificate Number and year of issuance, the description of property, and Name in which it is assessed are as follows:

Certificate No: 2018/1017

Date of Issuance: June 01, 2018 Account Number: 1419656

Parcel ID: 00342000-000000

Description of Property: PUERTA DEL SOL PB3-117 KEY VACA 10 FT RESERVED FOR FLORAL PARK LYING WEST OF EL PASAJE ST OR156-78-80

Names in which assessed: B A R INC

All of said property being in the County of Monroe, State of Florida. Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate or certificates will be sold to the highest bidder on www.monroe. realtaxdeed.com

Sale Date: March 25, 2026 Sale Time: 10:00am. Dated this February 5th 2026

KEVIN MADOK, CPA CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT & COMPTROLLER OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA

By: Aneta Jodkowska, Deputy

Clerk

Publish: February 12, 19 & 26 and March 5, 2026

The Weekly Newspapers

NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED 2025-87

Notice is hereby given that, FIG 20, LLC FIG 20, LLC FBO SEC PTY, holder of the following

Certificate(s) has filed said Tax Certificate(s) for a Tax Deed to be issued thereon. The Certificate Number and year of issuance, the description of property, and Name in which it is assessed are as follows:

Certificate No: 2023/737

Date of Issuance: June 01, 2023

Account Number: 1290726

Parcel ID: 00223520-000000

Description of Property: BK 4 LT 22 THE LADIES ACRE 1ST ADDN LITTLE TORCH KEY PB5-102 OR604-43 OR806-1004 OR9721589 OR3033-1890 OR3060-1546

Names in which assessed: HUGO FREDERICK

All of said property being in the County of Monroe, State of Florida. Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate or certificates will be sold to the highest bidder on www.monroe. realtaxdeed.com

Sale Date: March 25, 2026 Sale Time: 10:00am.

Dated this February 5th 2026

KEVIN MADOK, CPA CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT & COMPTROLLER OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA

By: Aneta Jodkowska, Deputy

Clerk

Publish:

February 12, 19 & 26 and March 5, 2026

The Weekly Newspapers

NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED 2025-88

Notice is hereby given that, FIG 20, LLC FIG 20, LLC FBO SEC PTY, holder of the following Certificate(s) has filed said Tax Certificate(s) for a Tax Deed to be issued thereon. The Certificate Number and year of issuance, the description of property, and Name in which it is assessed are as follows:

Certificate No: 2023/770

Date of Issuance: June 01, 2023

Account Number: 1347795

Parcel ID: 00275790-000000

Description of Property: BK 1 LT 14 KINERCHA PB1-74 BIG PINE KEY OR72-304 OR470-241E OR796-1415Q/C OR838-590 OR1072-1451/OR1107-976 OR1107-977 OR1348-1594Q/C OR1351-1933/45FJ OR13481594Q/C OR2148-1218/19Q/C OR3136-1236 OR3170-549 OR3170-0551

Names in which assessed: SEVEN EIGHT INVESTMENTS LLC All of said property being in the County of Monroe, State of Florida. Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate or certificates will be sold to the highest bidder on www.monroe. realtaxdeed.com

Sale Date: March 25, 2026 Sale Time: 10:00am.

Dated this February 5th 2026

KEVIN MADOK, CPA CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT & COMPTROLLER OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA

By: Aneta Jodkowska, Deputy

Clerk

Publish: February 12, 19 & 26 and March 5, 2026

The Weekly Newspapers

NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED 2025-89

Notice is hereby given that, FIG 20, LLC FIG 20, LLC FBO SEC PTY, holder of the following Certificate(s) has filed said Tax Certificate(s) for a Tax Deed to be issued thereon. The Certificate Number and year of issuance, the description of property, and Name in which it is assessed are as follows: Certificate No: 2023/1508

Date of Issuance: June 01, 2023

Account Number: 9104848

Parcel ID: 00499821-000300

Description of Property: BOAT SLIP #3 LTS 15-17 BK 9 KEY LARGO OCEAN SHORES ADD PB4-124 OR985-1195 OR1021-965 OR1134-1079 OR1406-2434 OR1573-105 OR2810-249

Names in which assessed: BAILEY JENNIFER LEE

All of said property being in the County of Monroe, State of Florida. Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate or certificates will be sold to the highest bidder on www.monroe. realtaxdeed.com

Sale Date: March 25, 2026 Sale Time: 10:00am.

Dated this February 10th 2026

KEVIN MADOK, CPA CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT & COMPTROLLER OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA By: Aneta Jodkowska, Deputy Clerk Publish: February 12, 19 & 26 and March 5, 2026 The Weekly Newspapers

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Boat Dockage/ Storage/ Parking available in Marathon. Gated, private bay bottom, up to 40' boat, self containing, offshore water, car & dingy parking space provided. 305-610-8002

Boat Slip For Rent in Key Largo - Oceanfront Marina - Up to 46’ x 11.5’ - $20/ft/ month. No Liveaboards. 330-219-5313 RENTED IN LESS THAN TWO WEEKS!!

PLACE YOUR BOAT SLIP FOR RENT AD HERE. $25/week for up to 5 lines of copy! Call 305-743-0844 or Email Anneke@ keysweekly.com

EMPLOYMENT

Hiring for busy pediatric office in Tavernier. Full-Time Medical Assistant/RN - Pediatric experience preferred. Must multitask in fastpaced setting. Also hiring Full-Time Front Desk Staff - Experience with insurance verification and EMR required. Strong multitasking skills. Pay is commensurate with experience. Email resume to: flkeyspeds@gmail.com

PART-TIME USCG CAPTAIN – MARATHON. Local captain needed to run owner’s 55’ twin engine trawler while owner fishes. Sunrise–2/3 PM typical. Good opportunity for newer captain to log hours on a larger boat. Pay DOE. Call/Text 970-901-1138

Boat rental company in Marathon looking for help with boat detailing & boat cleaning. Call 305-481-7006

HIRING:

Office Administrator in Marathon. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), experience with QuickBooks or other accounting software preferred and must have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. Full time – Mon-Fri. Pay TBDbased on skill. Email: Natalie@cecflk.com

Specialty Hardware of Marathon - Retired? Have hardware knowledge? Want to keep your brain stimulated? Come see us at Specialty - we are looking for a full or part time person. Hardware knowledge a must. Apply in person at 10730 Overseas Hwy. Marathon 1-305-743-3382.

Marathon Yacht Club is hiring a part-time Bartender/Server. Private club, evening shifts available TuesSaturday, bartending experience required. Must provide photo ID, social security card or passport, and checking account. Email office@ marathonyachtclub.com or call 305-743-6739 to schedule an interview.

Marathon Yacht Club is hiring a part-time Maintenance Person. Up to 20 hours a week. Must provide photo ID, social security card or passport, and checking account. Email office@ marathonyachtclub.com or call 305-743-6739 to schedule an interview.

PLACE YOUR EMPLOYMENT AD HERE. $25/week for up to 5 lines of copy! Call 305-743-0844 or Email Anneke@ keysweekly.com

Experienced Fulltime Line Cook needed at the Cabana Club, an ocean front private swim club. 10AM - 5PM, Good Pay. Small friendly staff. Apply in person at 425 E. Ocean Dr. Key Colony Beach or call 404-2193359 and ask for Dave.

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.

Now Hiring in Key West: Vacation Sales Coordinators. Up to $2,000 Sign-On Bonus. Please contact Brea.Rollins-Simms@ vacationclub.com for more information

The Housing Authority of the City of Key West now hiring the following positions: Grounds Caretaker, Full-time Carpenter, Electrician & Housing Assistant. To apply, please contact Human Resources at: greenel@kwha.org or 305-296-5621 ext. 225. 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.

Marathon Moose Lodge hiring PT Kitchen Assistant to work with our Cook & to help with meal service, dishes & cleanup. Tues-Sat 1-7:30pm. Pay based on experience. Please apply in person @ 11601 1st Ave Gulf, Marathon, Fl 33050. HIRED IN LESS THAN 3 WEEKS!!!

PLACE YOUR HELP WANTED AD HERE! $25/week for up to 5 lines of copy! Call 305-743-0844 or Email Anneke@ keysweekly.com

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

TURN YOUR CARDS INTO CASH! Marathon collector buying any and all Pokemon cards & collections. Call 401-256-0645.

PLACE YOUR HOBBIES/ COLLECTIBLE AD HERE! $25/week for up to 5 lines of copy! Call 305-743-0844 or Email Anneke@ keysweekly.com

HOUSING FOR RENT

Key Largo- 6 months+ canal front rental on Blackwater Sound. 40' dockage, 1 BR/1 BA Trailer with 1,000 sq. ft. living area. $2,300/mo. 904-2379090 or 904-338-1207

3 BR/2 BA home for rent in Key Colony Beach. 75' premium dock. $4,000/month + utilities. F/L/S 786-229-0228

3BR/2.5BA unfurn. Townhouse (Sister's Creek) for rent in Marathon. $3,000/ mo. 618-559-9143

Furnished Studio AND 2 Bedroom unfurnished, all new for rent in Marathon. On the water, gated property. Section 8 possible. $1,300$2,000 month. Call 305-610-8002

PLACE YOUR HOUSING FOR RENT AD HERE! $25/week for up to 5 lines of copy! Call 305-743-0844 or Email Anneke@ keysweekly.com

LOTS FOR SALE

Oceanside 2 Lots for Sale in Tavernier. 1 w/ active permit, pilings already in place, walk to Harry Harris Park w/boat ramp, etc. 186 Dove Creek Drive, Tavernier. $425,000 OBO Marcia, Realtor 305-303-0238

YARD SALES

SARA’S ESTATE SALE on lux TINGLER ISLAND in Marathon @ 78 Tingler Lane, THIS Fri. Feb 27 & Sat, Feb 28 from 9a-1p both days. Emptying this fantastic waterfront estate in the Middle Keys: four poster queen, day (trundle) bed, white sectional couch & big coffee table, modern barrister glass fronted bookcases, recliners, big TV, standing lamps, side chairs, glass topped cane dining table & chairs. Mid mod: folding desk cabinet, console table & filing cabinet. 2 craft/ sewing tables & rolling craft cabinets & closet shelving/wire basket system. Exceptional cache of gear for Boot Key harbor blowboaters (life sling, inflatable dinghy, charts, etc.) + vntg john boat. Cook’n love: sm kitch appliances, pots & pans, fish & shell plates, oversized bubble wine glasses, table linen & napkin rings. Also: plants, pot feet, outdoor furniture, umbrellas, cushions. Photos at estatesales.net. (Turn off US1 at MM50 on to Sombrero Beach Road, and turn L at Tingler. Follow the signs; we got a guy on the gate!)

YARD SALE: NEXT Sat & Sun, March 7 & 8 from 9A-2P. Outdoor furniture, Tools, Fishing equip, Small boat w/elect. motor, Misc. household items. 167 Lorelane Place, Key Largo.

PLACE YOUR YARD SALE AD HERE. $25/week for up to 5 lines of copy! Call 305-743-0844 or Email Anneke@ keysweekly.com

OUTSIDE SALE REPRESENTATIVE

Company car & cell phone provided, salary $50k-$90k. Must be bilingual.

ASSISTANT MANAGER

Customer service, full-time, we will train.

Apply by e-mail: keylargo@jms .com Apply in person: 94775 Overseas Highway, Key Largo

MARATHON GARBAGE SERVICE

We are now hiring for the following positions:

Mechanic Truck Helpers CDL Drivers

Applicants must apply in person to be considered. 4290 Overseas Hwy, Marathon

D'Asign Source is seeking the following professionals. Overtime and benefits are available.

Home Décor

Sales Consultant

Seeking a passionate, customerfocused individual with sales and customer service experience. Creativity and interest in home décor a must. Join our team and help customers bring their spaces to life.

Junior Accountant

Seeking a detail-oriented Junior Accountant with basic accounting knowledge and strong organizational skills. Responsibilities include data entry, reconciliations, and assisting with financial reports. Accounting qualification or relevant experience preferred.

Working Project Construction Foreman

For complete details and to apply, please visit DAsignSource.com/careers

To apply: text contact information to 305-431-1109

5101 Overseas Highway Marathon, FL 33050

NOW HIRING IN ISLAMORADA

MARINA CASHIERS

Must have customer service experience working in a retail environment and using a point of sale system. Additional duties include restocking, completing purchase orders, daily ordering of basic items in the store, and maintaining a clean appearance in the store. This is an hourly position and compensation is based on experience. Work hours are flexible and we try to maintain a set weekly schedule.

DOCKHANDS

Duties include customer service, helping customers with bait and ice and helping cashiers with restocking. Morning & a ernoon hours available.

BOAT RENTAL STAFF

Flexible hours & competitive wages. Need to have experience driving boats and a working knowledge of the Islamorada area by water. Duties include taking reservations, giving captains lessons and routine boat maintenance.

Email Ma at islamarinama @gmail.com Please include contact information and any relevant experience.

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

SUBSTATION ELECTRICIAN

(High Voltage Substation Electrical Technician)

Starting pay rate for this position, depending on qualifications and experience: $46.38/hr. - $51.94/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.

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.

pay rate for this position, depending on qualifications and experience:

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

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.

RESEARCH CENTER is a fun, environmentally friendly non-profit 501(c)(3) organization specializing in education, research, and rescue of marine mammals. DRC provides for the well-being of its employees with a competitive package including: a 401k retirement plan, medical benefits, HSA account, paid holidays/vacation/sick days, an employee assistance program, in addition to, life and disability insurance at no cost to the employee. EOE

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

Lead Certified Recovery Peer Support Specialist

Behavioral Health Counselor (CAT)

Prevention Specialist

Case Manager (Adult)

KEY WEST

Case Manager (Children)

Mental Health Technician (PT or FT)

Behavioral Health Therapist (Adult, Children) Crisis Counselor

Behavioral Health Counselor (Children)

Prevention Specialist

MARATHON

Mental Health Technician

Peer Support Specialist Driver (CDL required)

HR Assistant/Recruiter

Registered Nurse (FT, PT)

*Support Worker (Assisted Living) (PT)

*Behavioral Health Technicians – 3 Shifts (PT)

*No experience required for this position. Will train. A caring heart & helpful hands necessary.

OPENINGS AVAILABLE

PHYSICIAN PRACTICE OPENINGS

- Construction Project Manager, FT

- Driver, Keys Supply Chain, FT

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

MIAMI CANCER INSTITUTE KEY WEST

- Pool Radiation Therapist

- Registered Nurse, Oncology, $15k Bonus

TAVERNIER MARINERS HOSPITAL

- Administrative Assistant

- Clinical Pharmacist, $5k Bonus

- Cook, Dietary, $5k Bonus

- Exercise Physiologist, Per Diem

- MC Multi-Modality Imaging Tech, CT Scan, $50k Bonus

- Mechanic, FT, 7A-3:30P

- Multi-Modality Imaging Tech, Echocardiography, Per Diem

- Multi-Modality Imaging Tech 2, (Echo & Vascular w/Ultrasound), $25k Bonus

- Multi-Modality Imaging Tech, MRI, $25k Bonus

- Physical Therapist, $25k Bonus

- Pool Clinical Pharmacist, Per Diem

- Pool Group Exercise Instructor, Per Diem

team/Job Opportunities/location/zip

D'Asign Source is seeking the following professionals. Overtime and benefits are available.

Home Décor Sales Consultant

Seeking a passionate, customerfocused individual with sales and customer service experience. Creativity and interest in home décor a must. Join our team and help customers bring their spaces to life.

Junior Accountant

Seeking a detail-oriented Junior Accountant with basic accounting knowledge and strong organizational skills. Responsibilities include data entry, reconciliations, and assisting with financial reports. Accounting qualification or relevant experience preferred.

Working Project Construction Foreman

For complete details and to apply, please visit DAsignSource.com/careers

- Pool Medical Technologist

- Pool Pharmacy Tech

- Pool Registered Nurse, Cardiac Rehab

- Registered Nurse, ICU, $15k Bonus

- Registered Nurse, Multispecialty Acute Care Center, $25k Bonus

- Registered Nurse, Surgery, $15k Bonus

MARATHON FISHERMEN’S COMMUNITY HOSPITAL

- ED Team Coordinator, PT & FT

- Lead Phlebotomist, Laboratory, $10k Bonus

- Manager Environmental Services, FT

- Medical Technologist, $20k Bonus

- MC Multi-Modality Imaging Tech 2, (MRI & X Ray), Radiology, $25k Bonus

- Multi-Modality Imaging Tech 1, (CT & X Ray), Radiology, $25k Bonus

- Patient Care Manager (Nurse Manager), Surgery, $20k Bonus

- Patient Financial Associate, $1k Bonus

- Pool Physical Therapist, Per Diem

- Registered Nurse, Emergency Department, Per Diem

- Registered Nurse, Multispecialty Acute Care, Per Diem, 7P-7:30A

- Registered Nurse, Multispecialty Acute Care, Part Time, 7P-7:30A

- Registered Respiratory Therapist, PT, $12,500 Bonus

- RRT 2, Respiratory Therapy, Per Diem

- Security Officer, FT, 7A-7:30P

- Security Officer, Per Diem

- Supervisor Supply Chain, FT

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.

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THEME: THE OSCARS

ACROSS

1. Traction aid

6. Freddy’s street 9. Reach a high 13. Italian bowling 14. Entrepreneur Gary Vaynerchuk’s alias, Gary ____ 15. Jolly good one 16. Parallel grooves 17. Many, many moons 18. “Take it back!” 19. *”Song Sung Blue” Best Actress nominee 21. *Movie with most 2026 Oscar nominations 23. Make a seam 24. Vampire’s tooth 25. Tai’s partner 28. South American monkey 30. Naphthenic acid + palmitic acid

35. Pilot’s stunt

37. Forbidden, to a baby 39. Vampire of Greek mythology 40. Italian wine region

41. Not Astroturf 43. Alpine lift 44. Sports figures, e.g. 46. Cantina pot 47. Email folder 48. Not vivid and bright 50. Nessie’s abode 52. *Jamie Foxx won for his role in this 2004 biopic 53. Eagle’s nest 55. Unreliable newspaper

57. *2026 nominated film with Stone and Plemons 61. *ChloÈ Zhao’s nominee 64. Newton or Stern

65. Romanian money

67. Star-crossed one

69. To the point

70. a.k.a sodium hydroxide

71. Novelist Zola

72. Formerly, formerly 73. Aye-aye 74. “He ____ it like it is”

DOWN

1. Not NBC or ABC

2. Reluctant

3. Pantyhose hue

4. DNA and RNA, e.g.

5. Cups and saucers

6. 20-20, e.g.

7. *”One Battle After Another” Best Actor nominee

8. High IQ society

9. *#7’s nominated co-star

10. “Anything ____?”

11. Wing-shaped

12. K to Romans, pl.

15. Like athlete’s foot

20. Behind on rent, e.g.

22. Night spot

24. At last

25. Necklace fastener

26. Popular garden perennial

27. I to Greeks, pl.

29. *2026 nominated Benicio del

31. Benatar and Morita

32. Fly in ____, or a reminder of the past

33. Tarzan’s swing rope

34. *Fictional table tennis champ

36. *Nominated “F1” star

38. Nobel Peace Prize capital

42. Sacrum, pl.

45. Communicating with spirits event

49. Hawaiian flower garland

51. *Inspiration for #61 Across

54. Pep gathering

56. Lawn ornament

57. Angler’s hope

58. ____-friendly

59. Needlefish, pl.

60. Brewer’s kiln

61. Color wheel elements

62. Like fairytale stepmothers?

63. Be a snitch

66. Payment for an eye

68. Hi-____ graphics

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