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Published 23 hours agoGood Health Clinic’s Big Kahuna Reveal set for Oct. 10 with a ‘Mo’Rockin’ theme
Good Health Clinic’s 2026 Big Kahuna Reveal & Celebration will take place Saturday, Oct. 10, at Founders Park Beach in Islamorada. This year’s theme — “Mo’Rockin’ Moroccan Night for Health” — invites guests into a desert-inspired affair where old-world intrigue meets a touch of…
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Published September 04Clash of Chins: Best Beard finalists make their case as Best of Marathon voting concludes
We’re so glad we added this category. Three of the Middle Keys’ most magnificent manes are going whisker-to-whisker for Best Beard supremacy in the 2026 Best of Marathon Awards. In a showdown some are calling “comparable to Brady vs. Manning” or “Tyson vs. Holyfield, but with…
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Published September 04TDC to fund Florida Keys fireworks displays in 2027 and beyond
Fireworks shows across the Florida Keys are getting a boost from the Monroe County Tourist Development Council in 2027 and beyond. At the council’s Aug. 24 meeting, members voted unanimously to set aside $25,000 per year for each of its five tourism districts to help pay for…
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Published September 03Just a Few Friends festival offers Jimmy Buffett film & new events
The life and legacy of Jimmy Buffett will be honored Sept. 3-7 in Key West, where the singer-songwriter developed the “tropical rock” style and carefree persona that made him a world-renowned musical icon. “Just a Few Friends Key West” will feature events including a “second…
Village of Islamorada News
Published September 03Residential Hazardous Household Collection Program
Free hazardous waste disposal for Islamorada residents! Drop off paint, batteries, pesticides, motor oil & more Sept 11–12, 9am–12pm. Founders Park, South Entrance | Proof of residency required
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Published September 01Hawks Cay holds weekend-long salute to heroes Sept. 4 and 5
Hawks Cay Resort will honor active military members, veterans and first responders with a weekend of running, music and family-friendly festivities during its Heroes Salute celebration on Sept. 4 and 5. The weekend gets underway Friday, Sept. 4 from 5 to 9 p.m., with First Friday…
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Published September 01America 250 paddle set for Sept. 12 at John Pennekamp State Park
Monroe County and Friends of John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park will celebrate America’s 250th birthday at the America 250 Florida Keys Pennekamp Paddle Day on Saturday, Sept. 12, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the park in Key Largo. Park admission will be free. The park is open…
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Published August 31Just a Few Friends festival unveils Jimmy Buffett Look-Alike Contest
The first Bubba Look-Alike Showdown, presented by Hogfish Bar & Grill, will take over the 200 block of Duval Street on Friday, Sept. 4, before Gary Roland and the Landsharks return to recreate the spirit of the 1998 Meeting of the Minds street concert, when Jimmy Buffett…