Florida Keys News & Information

The idea to host a kids' photo contest was born from watching the camera antics of my own children.

Photographer expands repertoire after 9/11 unfolds.

Nine one five chef gets culinary Oscar nomination

Executive chef Chris Otten and owner Stuart Kemp of Key West's nine one five restaurant and wine bar earned widespread accolades after showcasing their sophisticated, innovative cuisine for 80 members of the prestigious James Beard Foundation Thursday night.

The owners of a new cafe and marketplace in Islamorada say they'll offer Mediterranean food with fresh ingredients and a family atmosphere.

Dean results in thousands of extra visitors

It's hard to imagine any benevolence Hurricane Dean could bring its Caribbean neighbors as the once-Category 5 swept through Jamaica and Mexico this week, but with an ongoing influx of redirected cruise ships, Key West could see a short economic boost.

Federal panel is considering rules changes

Fishermen can hear proposals for new limits on commercial and recreational catches of gag grouper and vermilion snapper at a Sept. 4 meeting in Marathon.

Temporary light removed after decking done

A temporary traffic stoplight was removed from Card Sound Road when deck replacement on a small bridge finished Friday.

Cost goes down but length of widening grows

Florida Department of Transportation officials on Thursday unveiled larger but less expensive plans to widen U.S. 1 on Grassy Key.

Other airlines show interest in Middle Keys

As the final days of Delta flight service to Florida Keys Marathon Airport pass, Monroe County Airports Director Peter Horton says talks are ongoing with other potential carriers.

Well, sort of; event to raise supply funds.

With the help of local celebrities, a nonprofit group that supports overseas troops will hold its first major Keys fundraiser at the Zane Grey Lounge at the World Wide Sportsman in Islamorada.

KEY WEST — Two children and a 50-year-old man on Friday were attacked by a French mastiff dog that did not stop until the man beat him as hard as he could with a hockey stick, police reports say.

ISLAMORADA — The village has thwarted a state mandate to cut property taxes by 7 percent, dashing property owners' hopes of a smaller tax bill next year.

ISLAMORADA — The Village Council has approved an ordinance requiring commercial and residential developers to make provisions for affordable housing.

Monroe County plans to hire four flight nurses using the sheriff's criminal forfeiture funds and may partner with a private company to expand its medical helicopter services.