Local News in Monroe County

Keys Weekly Published September 04

In-county clashes and Conch Cup action keeps Keys volleyball squads busy

All three of Monroe County’s volleyball teams tested their skills last week, with multiple in-county matchups as well as tournament action. To start things off, Coral Shores hosted Marathon on Aug. 25, defeating the Dolphins 3-0. The Hurricanes saw action from 11 players, with…

Keys Weekly Published September 04

Marathon speedster Burns sets personal record as Keys runners open the season

The Lady ’Canes kicked off their cross country season Aug. 27 at Palmer Trinity School in a meet that almost was not. All-too-familiar late-summer lightning delays postponed the start of the girls race long enough to prompt race directors to combine the boys and girls races. The…

Keys Weekly Published September 04

Key West swimmers dive into the season with a pair of home meets

Key West dove into its season with a pair of home swimming meets on Aug. 28 and 29. For their home opener, the Conchs dispatched the Pirates of Port Charlotte in both boys and girls competition. The Lady Conchs outscored the Pirates 81-23, with strong times and performances from…

Keys Weekly Published September 04

Founders baseball field project secures permit

Work to upgrade the baseball field at Islamorada’s Founders Park is up to the plate. Islamorada Manager Ron Saunders said the village issued a permit to the Monroe County School District’s contractor, Keystar, to begin the removal of the existing natural grass field and fencing.…

Keys Weekly Published September 03

Conchs & ’Canes football battle loaded opponents as Marathon preps for spring rematch

Key West football got off to a late start on Aug. 28 as the Conchs awaited what was scheduled to be a 7 p.m. kickoff against the Tigers of Palmetto High School. It turned out to be a late night for both teams, especially the Tigers, who made the trip to the Southernmost City from…

Keys Weekly Published September 03

In pictures: Marathon cheerleaders take over Miami Dolphins halftime show

The Miami Dolphins may have left the field at halftime at Hard Rock Stadium on Aug. 28, but another school of Dolphins was there to take their place. The Marathon High School cheer team combined with two other squads to replace the Dolphins’ pro team, providing the mid-game…

Village of Islamorada News Published September 02

Alligator Lighthouse Swim Meet – Safety Reminders for Saturday, September 12th.

Keys Weekly Published September 01

Athlete of the Week: Chace Gaertner

Chace Gaertner Junior, Key West Running Back/Safety “Chace is one of those guys who is a leader in the locker room and on the field. He is a good student with good character who always does the right thing.” – Johnny Hughes, Conchs head coach Key West’s Chace Gaertner “does a…

Keys Weekly Published August 31

Playing it safe: Keys athletes have layers of protections before they take the field

Florida’s student-athletes may be focused on wins, times and personal bests, but behind every practice and competition is another priority: getting them home safely. Long before the first whistle blows, student-athletes and their families are introduced to that priority via an…

Keys Weekly Published August 28

Lazy Days Islamorada wins annual Bartenders Dolphin Tournament

Fifty-four bar and restaurant employees competed in the fourth annual Bartenders Dolphin Tournament. The event started with a kickoff party and food at the Whistle Stop Bar and Grill in Islamorada on Aug. 16, followed by 12 boats heading out Aug. 17 under light winds and sunny…

Keys Weekly Published August 28

In Pictures: Hockey tournament comes to Key West

Hockey? In Key West? Yep. Well, roller hockey — because anything else would just be wading in skates. The Southernmost Hockey Club, 1713 Bertha St., hosted the Southernmost Buttery Cup hockey tournament Aug. 21-23, offering a free weekend of roller hockey to Key West. Fifty Key…

Keys Weekly Published August 28

The price to play adds up quickly for Keys athletic teams

It may seem like every time you open your email or scroll through social media, you are bombarded with another fundraiser for a local team, and even the most diehard fan might wonder where all that money goes. Inflation hasn’t just hit individuals and families; it’s costing…