December 2013 - Key West the Newspaper

The Blue Paper #42

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Dec 272013

Issue #42 — Friday, December 27, 2013

HOMELESS EPIPHANY

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POLICE CHIEF DONIE LEE ADMITS EIMERS MAY HAVE DIED BY ASPHYXIATION

The tragic death of a 61-year-old tourist while in the hands of Key West police officers is becoming increasingly controversial. After suggesting that Charles Eimers had succumbed to pre-existing “very serious heart problems” while resisting arrest, the Chief of Police admitted this week on US 1 Radio that Eimers may have died of asphyxiation. Thousands Read More...

By Arnaud and Naja Girard

IMPROMPTU CLASSICAL CONCERTS / 42nd Season Begins at San Carlos Institute Jan 5th

Impromptu Classical Concerts begins it’s 42 season Sunday, January 5th, 4:00 pm at San Carlos Institute, 516 Duval Street (note the new location) with the exciting ensemble Prima Trio, all of whom hail from Eastern Europe. Prima Trio is comprised of Russian pianist Anastasia Dedik ,who was born in the fabled city of St. Petersburg; Read More...

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FORMER CITY MANAGER JULIO AVAEL WAS JUST NOT VERY GOOD AT PICKING POLICE CHIEFS

In last week’s column, I looked back into history to re-report to you how former Key West Police Chief Bill Mauldin was tricked into resigning after getting caught sexually harassing his public information manager. But in researching that story, it occurred to me that the Mauldin scandal was just a part of former City Manager Read More...

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Year-end Review: One Story Dominates All

At this time of year, publications run their year-end reviews ad nauseum. I use that word advisedly because what news writers and editors do is regurgitate the highlights and lowlights of the previous year. They do it primarily because it’s easy; trust me. I know because when I was an editor, I did it too. Read More...

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Citizens Are Free To Arm Themselves–Servants Are Denied Such Right…

New York Times writer Nicholas Kristof published a recent column: “Killer Speaks Blunt Truth About Gun Control”. It’s a long winded piece of drivel, substantially devoid of the credible and analytically reasoned analysis that this topic deserves. Mr. Kristof’s rant reaches epoch proportions, as he proffers the perspectives of a convicted murderer in support of Read More...

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DEATH IN PARADISE: A YEAR LATER [CHARLES EIMERS MEMORIAL] NOWHERE TO RUN: NEW VIDEO DEVASTATING TO KWPD CREDIBILITY [CHIEF LEE DEPOSITION VIDEO] EIMERS IN-CUSTODY-DEATH UPDATE: MISSING VIDEO SURFACES KATHY SMITH, LEAD FDLE INVESTIGATOR IN CHARLES EIMERS CASE PUT ON ADMINITRATIVE LEAVE KWPD & FDLE, PARTNERS IN CRIME? CHARLES EIMERS UPDATE: Police, Death, and Missing Videotapes Read More...

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NOWHERE TO RUN: NEW VIDEO DEVASTATING TO KWPD CREDIBILITY [CHIEF LEE DEPOSITION VIDEO] EIMERS IN-CUSTODY-DEATH UPDATE: MISSING VIDEO SURFACES KATHY SMITH, LEAD FDLE INVESTIGATOR IN CHARLES EIMERS CASE PUT ON ADMINITRATIVE LEAVE KWPD & FDLE, PARTNERS IN CRIME? CHARLES EIMERS UPDATE: Police, Death, and Missing Videotapes THE BURGLAR, THE VIGILANTE, AND THE AXE OF Read More...

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As we approach the beginning of the New Year, traditionally we reflect on the one that is about to end. That is all well and good, but might we be better off to stop and reflect more often than once in a calendar year? To more frequently stop and take the time to assess what Read More...

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GUEST EDITORIAL: Up in Smoke / Marijuana Use Rising Among American Teens

Not that it wasn’t predictable, but the federal government, fueled by new Monitoring the Future data collected by the University of Michigan on behalf of the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), is reporting a rise in the illicit use of marijuana among high school students. Shocking. Did we really believe the loosening of restrictions Read More...

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RICHARD WATHERWAX PHOTOGRAPHY: FOOLING THE CAT

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Jenna Stauffer Interviews Author Susan Wadia-Ells PhD: Why Does Sugar Cause Breast Cancer?

Sugar in American Diet Major Cause Behind 1 in 7 Women Developing Breast Cancer WEYW TV Channel 19 Good Morning Florida Keys With Jenna Stauffer interviews Susan Wadia-Ells PhD author of forthcoming paperback book Busting Breast Cancer: 7 Simple Steps to Protect Our Daughters/Ourselves from this Unnecessary Disease

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RICHARD WATHERWAX PHOTOGRAPHY: FOOLING THE CAT

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Poetry Guild to Feature Jerry Howard January 5th

Jerry Howard, a Key West winter resident for eight years, will be Key West Poetry Guild’s featured poet on Sunday, January 5, almost a year to the day after his debut performance on Jan. 6, 2013. The regular, monthly meeting is set for 7 p.m., upstairs at Blue Heaven. The Guild’s Nance Boylan, a friend Read More...

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Women’s Journal Writing Group Forming: 5-Week Session

Do you need a peaceful place to write out your jumbled thoughts, or your unspoken dreams? The 5-week Journal Writing Group is a place where women can safely write down their lives, letting thoughts tumble out of their bellies, leaving their critics, their monkey minds, behind. The group will meet for five 90- minute sessions, Read More...

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VNA/Hospice Helps Vet Get Home for the Holidays

Thanks in part to Visiting Nurse Association & Hospice of the Florida Keys (VNA/Hospice), retired veteran and local carpenter, David Kiese, made it home for the holidays. Living a modest lifestyle in his motorhome parked at a friend’s house, Kiese looks forward to heading to Tennessee in his RV every Christmas holiday to visit with Read More...

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LOVE LANE GANG!

The Love Lane Gang plays music that spans generations as well as embodies them. With an age range among the members of over thirty years, they bring a wide variety of experience and musical tastes to bear..They’ve brought back skiffle and updated it for the present. The emphasis is on ragtime and swing: classics from Read More...

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Florida Keys Council of the Arts Cultural Calendar Thursday, November 6 thru Wednesday, November 12

Visit keysarts.com, Cultural Calendar for more listings and events throughout the Keys. Key West Happenings ARTISTS RECEPTIONS / EXHIBITIONS Thursday Polar Opposites Opening Reception, 6 PM Lucky Street Gallery, 540 Greene St. 294-3973. Luckystreetgallery.com James Barr-Nobles, B. Lucy Stevens. (more…)

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Friends of the Key West Library Book Sale Saturday January 4th

Friends of the Key West Library will hold their second book sale of this season on Saturday, January 4, 9:30 am to 1:30 pm, in the Palm Garden next to the library, 700 Fleming Street. There are still several categories of books that are very overstocked as a result of summer acquisitions. Hardbound fiction, especially Read More...

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The Blue Paper #41

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Dec 202013

Issue #41 — Friday, December 20, 2013

HAPPY HOLIDAYS!

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THANKSGIVING DAY TRAGEDY: Increasing Doubts About What Really Happened To Charles Eimers

Charles Eimers was finally going to realize his dream: leave Michigan and spend a winter in Key West. It was Thanksgiving morning and at 61 years of age Eimers had made it to the Southernmost City. But before his first day in the ‘tropics’ was over he would mysteriously die in the hands of police, Read More...

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Prayer in Marathon: Does the Public Want It?

It’s been well publicized that the city of Marathon recently passed a resolution that calls for a non-denominational prayer at the beginning of its meetings. The council members said they were responding, in part, to a “lot of emails” on the subject and moved forward with a vote of 4-1. They got exactly 12 emails Read More...

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THE DAY THE POLICE CHIEF WAS TRICKED INTO RESIGNING

Because I edited Key West The Newspaper (KWTN) for 18 years before retiring last year, the new editors have asked me to periodically look back at some of the more sensational and/or unusual stories we covered back in the “old days.” Today, I will re-report to you the story of how controversial Key West Police Read More...

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GREEN Reactor: The GREEN MILE-stones

As we reach the end of 2013, let’s do the “milestones” thing: This is my 20th new GREEN Reactor column in The Blue Paper. It’s also my 70th newspaper column or article (most of which involve GREEN issues) published continuously over the last few years in papers here in Key West. A few weeks ago Read More...

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Gravity and Justice For All … Lower Florida Keys Shitgrinder Rebellion

Aw shit … This all falls on mechanically retarded me to try to explain why it it a terrible idea to use shit grinder pumps in the Cudjoe sewer district anywhere gravity sewer systems can be used. (more…)

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DEATH IN PARADISE: A YEAR LATER [CHARLES EIMERS MEMORIAL] NOWHERE TO RUN: NEW VIDEO DEVASTATING TO KWPD CREDIBILITY [CHIEF LEE DEPOSITION VIDEO] EIMERS IN-CUSTODY-DEATH UPDATE: MISSING VIDEO SURFACES KATHY SMITH, LEAD FDLE INVESTIGATOR IN CHARLES EIMERS CASE PUT ON ADMINITRATIVE LEAVE KWPD & FDLE, PARTNERS IN CRIME? CHARLES EIMERS UPDATE: Police, Death, and Missing Videotapes Read More...

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NOWHERE TO RUN: NEW VIDEO DEVASTATING TO KWPD CREDIBILITY [CHIEF LEE DEPOSITION VIDEO] EIMERS IN-CUSTODY-DEATH UPDATE: MISSING VIDEO SURFACES KATHY SMITH, LEAD FDLE INVESTIGATOR IN CHARLES EIMERS CASE PUT ON ADMINITRATIVE LEAVE KWPD & FDLE, PARTNERS IN CRIME? CHARLES EIMERS UPDATE: Police, Death, and Missing Videotapes THE BURGLAR, THE VIGILANTE, AND THE AXE OF Read More...

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Here we go again, thirteen more victims of a deranged killer with a gun. I don’t care anymore! Why should any of us care? It seems to be a popular American past time, like football or NASCAR. Why all the righteous and fevered outrage every single time this happens? We never do a thing about Read More...

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Serpentine Leadership Maintains Status Quo–World Counterparts Thrive

It’s unfortunate that some employed by our school district aren’t measuring up to the enormous responsibility that has been entrusted to them. It’s frightening that the fate of our nation rests in their hands. Placing flawed, corrupted and incompetent individuals with our students is a staffing practice enjoyed by too many school systems. Cronyism and Read More...

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Ignorant, Education Deficient, or Just Plain Lazy?

The conversation following a posting on FaceBook; a link to an article posted on WesternJournalism.com called “In 2014, The Obama Dictatorship Will Be Complete”. (Un-named facebook poster#1) OH LOL ! More conspiracy horseshit huh ? The next article I expect to see is how Obama is the anti-christ…..that will be a hoot ! ….but in all seriousness, this website Read More...

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Simonton Street Trailer Park: News From A Former Resident

I’m here in Panama City Beach. Joe Cleghorn caused me to leave my whole life behind. I scoured Key West, and found nothing that wasn’t a joke, rent wise and space wise. One “studio” I found, on United Street, was a room in an old house that had been broken up into apartments. The ‘studio” Read More...

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Response To Dennis Cooper’s Recent Article: IS FORCING CITIZENS TO BUY HEALTH CARE INSURANCE THE AMERICAN WAY?

I hope Mr. Cooper will write an article saying that forcing Americans to buy automobile liability insurance should be illegal. True, I can avoid such insurance by not driving, but the government has no right to force me to buy such insurance as a condition of driving. From my experience working at the Florida Keys Read More...

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Response To Dennis Cooper's Recent Article: IS FORCING CITIZENS TO BUY HEALTH CARE INSURANCE THE AMERICAN WAY?

I hope Mr. Cooper will write an article saying that forcing Americans to buy automobile liability insurance should be illegal. True, I can avoid such insurance by not driving, but the government has no right to force me to buy such insurance as a condition of driving. From my experience working at the Florida Keys Read More...

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Clean Water Advocates from Panhandle to Keys Launch Floridians’ Clean Water Declaration Campaign

Orlando: Clean water advocates representing every corner of the state came together today to announce the launch of the Floridians’ Clean Water Declaration Campaign. The Declaration, already signed by 46 organizations even before the official launch, is a positive vision to inspire people to work together to find solutions to Florida’s water quality and quantity Read More...

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It’s Christmas with The Love Lane Gang

Remember The Drifters’ doo-wop version of “White Christmas?” Or Brenda Lee’s rockabilly rendition of “Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree?” How about Elvis’ rhythm-and-blues “Blue Christmas?” The family-friendly foot-stomping Love Lane Gang continues to create their musical ruckus all around town this week, tossing in these old Christmas favorites with their all-season repertoire from Tom Waits, Read More...

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Florida Keys Council of the Arts Cultural Calendar Thursday, November 6 thru Wednesday, November 12

Visit keysarts.com, Cultural Calendar for more listings and events throughout the Keys. Key West Happenings ARTISTS RECEPTIONS / EXHIBITIONS Thursday Polar Opposites Opening Reception, 6 PM Lucky Street Gallery, 540 Greene St. 294-3973. Luckystreetgallery.com James Barr-Nobles, B. Lucy Stevens. (more…)

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Monroe County 2012-2013 High School Grades Released

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VNA/Hospice Honors Lower Matecumbe Mermaids

The Lower Matecumbe Mermaids were honored at the 2013 Visiting Nurse Association & Hospice of the Florida Keys Annual Meeting and Celebration for their fundraising efforts for the agency. Every year, the Mermaids hold a Christmas party and fundraiser in order to raise funds for VNA/Hospice. These funds assist VNA/Hospice in caring for residents and Read More...

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NAVY LEAGUE COMMISSIONING COMMITTEE FUNDRAISER AT THE BOTTLECAP

The Key West Navy League Commissioning Committee invites you to a fundraiser in support of the Coast Guard Fast Response Cutters upcoming commissioning’s. Please join the fun at the Bottle Cap Groove Lounge, 1128 Simonton Street, on Friday, 10 January, 5-8PM. There will be music, free food, a silent auction, 50-50 raffle, AND celebrity bartenders Read More...

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ARTISAN MARKET SUNDAY DECEMBER 22

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SOUTHERNMOST MAGNOLIA!

Southernmost Magnolia, the Key West version of the renowned New England band Magnolia, plays a unique blend of Cajun, country, and bluegrass music. Led by singer and guitarist Maggie Moniz, with local fixtures Steve Gibson on mandolin and Chief Billy on bass, and world-famous Chuck Sherman on pedal steel, they play good time music sure Read More...

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Holiday Schedule Information

The holidays are just about upon us, and the City of Key West wants to remind folks of some changes next week: · Parking will be free on December 24th and December 25th · Bus service will be free on December 23rd and 24th · There will be no bus service on December 25th · Trash Read More...

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Holiday Parade Winners Named

Though every entry into this year’s Holiday Parade was a winner the moment it brought a smile to a child’s face, four entries earned special recognition from the judges. Best Commercial – Florida Keys Aqueduct Authority Best Non Profit – Basilica School of Key West Best Youth Group – Boys and Girls Club – Big Read More...

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The Blue Paper #40

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Dec 132013

Issue #40 — Friday, December 13, 2013

POLICE DENY RESPONSIBILITY IN DEATH OF TOURIST, THANKSGIVING DAY

“Eimers exited the car and began actively fighting.” [Officer Lovette, KWPD] Within a few minutes the man in the video above [Charles John Eimers] would be dead. According to official reports, no Tasers were fired, Eimers (61) worked himself into a heart attack while fighting police officers. However, according to eyewitnesses, Eimers was tased until Read More...

By Arnaud and Naja Girard

County Plans To Burn Yard Waste In Lower Keys

The Report of the World Commission on Environment and Development entitled “Our Common Future” stated that humanity has the ability to make development sustainable by meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs. The exploitation of resources, the direction of investments, the orientation of technological Read More...

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Key West’s More “Colorful” Side Spotlighted on FOX NEWS: THE O’REILLY SHOW [WATTER’S WORLD]

COMMENTARY: Commissioner Tony Yaniz had this to say [on his Facebook Page] about the recent Fox News “Watters’ World: Key West Edition”: “Of course we are all up un arms over the FOX-O’Reilly-Watters segment, but as has been posted and stated by countless sources in our island, the report was classic “Yellow Journalism” Do you Read More...

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Key West's More "Colorful" Side Spotlighted on FOX NEWS: THE O'REILLY SHOW [WATTER'S WORLD]

COMMENTARY: Commissioner Tony Yaniz had this to say [on his Facebook Page] about the recent Fox News “Watters’ World: Key West Edition”: “Of course we are all up un arms over the FOX-O’Reilly-Watters segment, but as has been posted and stated by countless sources in our island, the report was classic “Yellow Journalism” Do you Read More...

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IS FORCING CITIZENS TO BUY HEALTH CARE INSURANCE THE AMERICAN WAY?

To say that the topic of health care insurance has been in the news lately is a sizable understatement– as is noting that Obamacare is somewhat controversial. So I take up this topic for my column this week with some trepidation. First of all, let me make a less-than-profound statement: Health care insurance is good. Read More...

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All I need to do, if I want to know what is going on inside the mind of a right wing ultra-conservative is ask my brother his thoughts and presto, he enlightens me. Jim is my only sibling and over the years we have had many seriously heated debates on topics, ranging from the Read More...

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A Moment of Revery, I Beg of You

I am weeping tears of golden syrup. Sticky and tempting, they drift slowly down my barren, dry and broken cheeks. Chiding the miserable ache in my heart, the hunger pains subsist, clawing at my now hollow interior. Where once there were biscuits, now there is darkness, where once there were free refills, now the subtle Read More...

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Nothing Changes—If Nothing Changes

The cultural decline and vacuum confronting our children has been filled by a plethora of entertainment whose technological emphasis is on violence. Internet games and videos have seductively taken the minds of these very young and impressionable kids to a place where some find joy, comfort and excitement when they are able to rapidly kill Read More...

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Congressman Joe Garcia Calls On Congress To Reignite Immigration Reform Conversation

Washington, DC – At the request of Rep. Joe Garcia and Rep. Jared Polis, several House Representatives joined in a Special Order on the House floor, seeking a meaningful discussion on comprehensive immigration reform. Rep. Garcia highlighted the story of a young boy from his district, Charlie, who wrote a letter describing the devastating effects Read More...

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DEATH IN PARADISE: A YEAR LATER [CHARLES EIMERS MEMORIAL] NOWHERE TO RUN: NEW VIDEO DEVASTATING TO KWPD CREDIBILITY [CHIEF LEE DEPOSITION VIDEO] EIMERS IN-CUSTODY-DEATH UPDATE: MISSING VIDEO SURFACES KATHY SMITH, LEAD FDLE INVESTIGATOR IN CHARLES EIMERS CASE PUT ON ADMINITRATIVE LEAVE KWPD & FDLE, PARTNERS IN CRIME? CHARLES EIMERS UPDATE: Police, Death, and Missing Videotapes Read More...

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NOWHERE TO RUN: NEW VIDEO DEVASTATING TO KWPD CREDIBILITY [CHIEF LEE DEPOSITION VIDEO] EIMERS IN-CUSTODY-DEATH UPDATE: MISSING VIDEO SURFACES KATHY SMITH, LEAD FDLE INVESTIGATOR IN CHARLES EIMERS CASE PUT ON ADMINITRATIVE LEAVE KWPD & FDLE, PARTNERS IN CRIME? CHARLES EIMERS UPDATE: Police, Death, and Missing Videotapes THE BURGLAR, THE VIGILANTE, AND THE AXE OF Read More...

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Monroe County School District 2012-2013 High School Graduation Rates Released

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Kelly McGillis Returns To Namesake IWFFA Tournament

After an absence of two years, award-winning film and stage actress Kelly McGillis will again attend her namesake women’s flag football tournament, Diane Beruldsen, International Women’s Flag Football Association founder and president, announced this week from Norway. The 23rd annual IWFFA tourney is set for January 20-27, 2014 at its home in Key West. McGillis Read More...

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Pilots Conducting Carrier Qualifications On Board USS Theodore Roosevelt

A T-45C Goshawk, assigned to Training Air Wing (TW) 1, launches from the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71) last Wednesday in the Atlantic Ocean approximately 40 miles out from NAS Key West. Pilots of the T-45C conducted field carrier landing practice at Naval Air Station Key West and are Read More...

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TSKW's Conch-A-Doodle Fundraiser: ONLY A FEW DAYS LEFT!

An online auction of over 50 artist-designed Key West roosters to raise funds for The Studios of Key West (TSKW). Bidding closes Dec 16 at 10 a.m. Please be sure to register your details with TSKW before bidding either online at https://www.facebook.com/tskwroosters/app_137541772984354 or by calling 305-296-0458. Full rules can be found at https://www.facebook.com/tskwroosters/app_208195102528120. (Most items are 2′ x 2′ Read More...

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TSKW’s Conch-A-Doodle Fundraiser: ONLY A FEW DAYS LEFT!

An online auction of over 50 artist-designed Key West roosters to raise funds for The Studios of Key West (TSKW). Bidding closes Dec 16 at 10 a.m. Please be sure to register your details with TSKW before bidding either online at https://www.facebook.com/tskwroosters/app_137541772984354 or by calling 305-296-0458. Full rules can be found at https://www.facebook.com/tskwroosters/app_208195102528120. (Most items are 2′ x 2′ Read More...

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Habitat Receives $8,000 From Publix Super Markets Charities

Habitat For Humanity – Key West & Lower Florida Keys received a check from Publix Super Markets Charities in the amount of $ 8,000. The check presentation took place at the Searstown Publix Super Market Store in Key West. The donation was awarded to support Habitat’s ‘A Brush with Kindness’ program which makes repairs on Read More...

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Old Island Restoration Foundation (OIRF) Is Accepting Grant Applications

The Old Island Restoration Foundation (OIRF) is accepting grant applications for projects that assist in preserving the architectural and/or cultural history of Key West. An amount of up to $ 22, 500 is available for distribution. Applications will be accepted between December 16, 2013 and January 16, 2014. Eligibility is limited to individuals and tax-exempt Read More...

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Reuse Alliance Guide To A Zero Waste Holiday

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Florida Keys Council of the Arts Cultural Calendar Thursday, November 6 thru Wednesday, November 12

Visit keysarts.com, Cultural Calendar for more listings and events throughout the Keys. Key West Happenings ARTISTS RECEPTIONS / EXHIBITIONS Thursday Polar Opposites Opening Reception, 6 PM Lucky Street Gallery, 540 Greene St. 294-3973. Luckystreetgallery.com James Barr-Nobles, B. Lucy Stevens. (more…)

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The Love Lane Gang! Music That Spans Generations!

The Love Lane Gang plays music that spans generations as well as embodies them. With an age range among the members of over thirty years, they bring a wide variety of experience and musical tastes to bear..They’ve brought back skiffle and updated it for the present. The emphasis is on ragtime and swing: classics from Read More...

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Southernmost Magnolia!

Southernmost Magnolia, the Key West version of the renowned New England band Magnolia, plays a variety of Cajun, country, and bluegrass music. Led by singer and guitarist Maggie Moniz, with local fixtures Steve Gibson on mandolin and Chief Billy on bass, and world-famous Chuck Sherman on pedal steel, they play good time music sure to Read More...

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The Blue Paper #39

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Dec 062013

Issue #39 — Friday, December 6, 2013

Key West Workforce Housing Solution: Apartheid?

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A Talk With City Commissioners About Workforce Housing

Dec 3 “We have one more week to find a place here in key west. If we don’t find a place by the 11th, we have to leave.” Dec 3 “I have to say THANK YOU sooooo much to everyone that has been helping us find a new home so far, it means the world Read More...

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MARATHON COUNCIL EXCLUDES PUBLIC / Last minute agenda item requires prayer

People who didn’t attend the November 26, 2013 Marathon city council meeting or watch it on television or over the Internet might not know that their representatives voted to adopt a resolution requiring prayers before future meetings. The item had been put on the agenda at the meeting itself by city councilor Ginger Snead. After Read More...

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Guest Editorial: FIRM Applauds HARC’s Commitment to Compromise

On December 4, 2013, FIRM and HARC held a public workshop to explore FIRM’s proposal to loosen HARC Guidelines to allow for the voluntary use of storm grade reproduction windows, when replacement is necessary, by homeowners who wish to secure valuable windstorm insurance mitigation credits, conserve energy, and keep in step with Key West’s Sustainability Read More...

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WHY THE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE NO LONGER ASKS THE CITY FOR MONEY

Here’s a look back at a long-running story that Key West The Newspaper covered as “News of the Weird” back in 1995 and 1996. The Key West Chamber of Commerce has always been considered a valued asset to the community and, for years, routinely asked for and received city funds to help finance various Chamber Read More...

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GREEN Reactor: Fresh GREENs

We mentioned last time that GREEN Reactor would be back in December with something fresh….. How about some Fresh GREENs? Key West is loaded with old-timers like me who’ve long been involved across the spectrum of GREEN matters (not just environmental concerns, but also quality of life, social justice, equality, etc). However most of us Read More...

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DEATH IN PARADISE: A YEAR LATER [CHARLES EIMERS MEMORIAL] NOWHERE TO RUN: NEW VIDEO DEVASTATING TO KWPD CREDIBILITY [CHIEF LEE DEPOSITION VIDEO] EIMERS IN-CUSTODY-DEATH UPDATE: MISSING VIDEO SURFACES KATHY SMITH, LEAD FDLE INVESTIGATOR IN CHARLES EIMERS CASE PUT ON ADMINITRATIVE LEAVE KWPD & FDLE, PARTNERS IN CRIME? CHARLES EIMERS UPDATE: Police, Death, and Missing Videotapes Read More...

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NOWHERE TO RUN: NEW VIDEO DEVASTATING TO KWPD CREDIBILITY [CHIEF LEE DEPOSITION VIDEO] EIMERS IN-CUSTODY-DEATH UPDATE: MISSING VIDEO SURFACES KATHY SMITH, LEAD FDLE INVESTIGATOR IN CHARLES EIMERS CASE PUT ON ADMINITRATIVE LEAVE KWPD & FDLE, PARTNERS IN CRIME? CHARLES EIMERS UPDATE: Police, Death, and Missing Videotapes THE BURGLAR, THE VIGILANTE, AND THE AXE OF Read More...

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America's Poor?

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America’s Poor?

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TRAIN IN THE DISTANCE – TENNESSEE WILLIAMS THEATER FRIDAY DECEMBER 6th!

KEY WEST CONTEMPORARY DANCE COMPANY Train In The Distance: A Dance Show Friday, December 6, 2013 at 8pm Tennessee Williams Theatre, 5901 College Rd. A dance show celebrating the struggles and triumphs of the human spirit. Featuring: Kimberly Bergman, Debra Zalkind, Denis Hyland, Jordan Fife Hunt, Mary Kay Lee, Leigh Pujado, Heidi Strohl Romero & Read More...

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JESUS WAS A LIBERAL

Now that our national holiday of Thanksgiving has passed immediately followed by the new tradition of battling our fellow Americans in big box stores for even more stuff to be thankful for, we are coming up fast on the mother of all holidays: Christmas! That magical time of year where we wish each other Read More...

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Presenting Sloan Bashinsky's Novel, "Heavy Wait, A Strange Tale"

PublishAmerica (2006) Also an ebook through Amazon and other online booksellers (Spanish edition in progress) Note From the Editor: Key West’s Sloan Bashinsky shares reader’s thoughts on his gripping novel ‘Heavy Wait, A Strange Tale’: ~~~~~~ Key West resident and former Monroe County (Florida Keys] Mayor Shirley Freeman recently told me that she thought she Read More...

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Presenting Sloan Bashinsky’s Novel, “Heavy Wait, A Strange Tale”

PublishAmerica (2006) Also an ebook through Amazon and other online booksellers (Spanish edition in progress) Note From the Editor: Key West’s Sloan Bashinsky shares reader’s thoughts on his gripping novel ‘Heavy Wait, A Strange Tale’: ~~~~~~ Key West resident and former Monroe County (Florida Keys] Mayor Shirley Freeman recently told me that she thought she Read More...

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HISTORIC ARCHITECTURE PRESERVATION DEBATE: LET'S BE REASONABLE

~ “HARC REQUIRES GLASS JALOUSIE WINDOWS IN NEW TOWN” “Previous renovator of 1960 house had installed double-pane, hurricane-rated awning windows” ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Would you be incensed if you saw the above headline in the paper? Now that most of New Town is more than 50 years old and eligible for nomination as an historic district, consider Read More...

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Florida Keys Council of the Arts Cultural Calendar Thursday, November 6 thru Wednesday, November 12

Visit keysarts.com, Cultural Calendar for more listings and events throughout the Keys. Key West Happenings ARTISTS RECEPTIONS / EXHIBITIONS Thursday Polar Opposites Opening Reception, 6 PM Lucky Street Gallery, 540 Greene St. 294-3973. Luckystreetgallery.com James Barr-Nobles, B. Lucy Stevens. (more…)

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HISTORIC ARCHITECTURE PRESERVATION DEBATE: LET’S BE REASONABLE

~ “HARC REQUIRES GLASS JALOUSIE WINDOWS IN NEW TOWN” “Previous renovator of 1960 house had installed double-pane, hurricane-rated awning windows” ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Would you be incensed if you saw the above headline in the paper? Now that most of New Town is more than 50 years old and eligible for nomination as an historic district, consider Read More...

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NAS Key West High-Intensity Jet Training Scheduled

Navy and Marine Corps student aviators flying T-45 Goshawks will conduct Field Carrier Landing Practice (FCLP) at NAS Key West’s Boca Chica Field beginning Friday, Dec. 6, and continuing through Thursday, Dec. 12. FCLP training will be scheduled as required during daylight hours beginning at 7 a.m. This training is required for all Navy and Read More...

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VISITING NURSE ASSOCIATION & HOSPICE OF THE FLORIDA KEYS AND KEYS-BASED ARTISTS MAP OUT BEAUTIFUL ART FOR ANNUAL APPEAL

–Artist gifts nonprofit with art inspired by map of the Florida Keys– For the second year, Visiting Nurse Association & Hospice of the Florida Keys has asked an artist living in the Florida Keys to showcase his/her original artwork on the cover of VNA/Hospice’s Annual Appeal. The artist renders an interpretation of the island chain Read More...

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VISITING NURSE ASSOCIATION & HOSPICE OF THE FLORIDA KEYS AND KEYS-BASED ARTISTS MAP OUT BEAUTIFUL ART FOR ANNUAL APPEAL

–Artist gifts nonprofit with art inspired by map of the Florida Keys– For the second year, Visiting Nurse Association & Hospice of the Florida Keys has asked an artist living in the Florida Keys to showcase his/her original artwork on the cover of VNA/Hospice’s Annual Appeal. The artist renders an interpretation of the island chain Read More...

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New Ambassadors Academy Slated

How do police officers know whether there’s a warrant out on the guy on the corner? Why is Old Town considered an historic treasure? Where do tax dollars actually go once you’ve paid them? The answers are just some of the knowledge you’ll gain as a Key West Ambassador. There is no better way to Read More...

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Old Island Restoration Foundation Is Seeking Docent Volunteers For Oldest House Museum

“Old Island Restoration Foundation (OIRF) is seeking docent volunteers for the Oldest House Museum on Duval Street. If you would enjoy meeting people from all over the world and telling them about the history and charm of the Oldest House please consider donating a few hours of your time per week. No experience is necessary Read More...

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Key West Writers Bloc Serves Up Thirty-Five Smokin’ Hot Authors

Saturday, December 7, 2-5pm, Key West Writers Bloc presents a premier authors book signing even at the Smokin’ Tuna Saloon, 4 Charles Street, Old Town, Key West. For the first time in Key West, thirty-five authors will appear at a single event for one afternoon only, including high-profile visiting authors such as Rodman Philbrick, author Read More...

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FOL Book Sale Saturday December 7th

Friends of the Key West Library will hold their first book sale of this season on Saturday, December 7, 9:30 am to 1:30 pm, in the Palm Garden next to the library, 700 Fleming Street. Sale inventory is the largest in many years, due to unusually high summer acquisitions. Tables will be loaded with hardback Read More...

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Habitat For Humanity Holiday Parade Party Saturday December 7th

Give your first gift of the season to Habitat this year! Before you take your front row view of Key West’s Annual Holiday Parade you can sip champagne or a sparkling beverage while you nibble holiday desserts & treats from some of the finest local bakeries and restaurants. Very special gifts will be available at Read More...

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Looking Good in the Neighborhood – Tuesday December 10th

A Signature Event Benefiting Monroe Association for ReMARCable Citizens During the summer and fall of 2013, friends and neighbors can host “collection parties” to collect new and gently worn men’s and women’s clothing, accessories, jewelry and purses. We will sell the items at a special event in December, 2013 at The Post Card Inn, 84001 Read More...

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TSKW's Conch-A-Doodle Fundraiser

An online auction of over 50 artist-designed Key West roosters to raise funds for The Studios of Key West (TSKW). Bidding closes Dec 16 at 10 a.m. Please be sure to register your details with TSKW before bidding either online at https://www.facebook.com/tskwroosters/app_137541772984354 or by calling 305-296-0458. Full rules can be found at https://www.facebook.com/tskwroosters/app_208195102528120. (Most items are 2′ x 2′ Read More...

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TSKW’s Conch-A-Doodle Fundraiser

An online auction of over 50 artist-designed Key West roosters to raise funds for The Studios of Key West (TSKW). Bidding closes Dec 16 at 10 a.m. Please be sure to register your details with TSKW before bidding either online at https://www.facebook.com/tskwroosters/app_137541772984354 or by calling 305-296-0458. Full rules can be found at https://www.facebook.com/tskwroosters/app_208195102528120. (Most items are 2′ x 2′ Read More...

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Love Lane Gang!

The Love Lane Gang plays music that spans generations as well as embodies them. With an age range among the members of over thirty years, they bring a wide variety of experience and musical tastes to bear..They’ve brought back skiffle and updated it for the present The emphasis is on ragtime and swing: classics from Read More...

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Southernmost Magnolia!

Southernmost Magnolia, the Key West version of the renowned New England band Magnolia, plays a variety of Cajun, country, and bluegrass music. Led by singer and guitarist Maggie Moniz, with local fixtures Steve Gibson on mandolin and Chief Billy on bass, and world-famous Chuck Sherman on pedal steel, they play good time music sure to Read More...

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