Issue #58 — Friday, April 18, 2014
The Eimers Investigation: Shocking Link Between FDLE and KWPD
When Charles Eimers turned blue and lost consciousness while in the hands of Key West police officers on Thanksgiving morning, KWPD was informed immediately by Lower Keys Medical Center staff that Eimers would never leave the hospital. Chief Lee decided to treat the case as a ‘death-in-custody situation’, which meant FDLE had to be called Read More...
Charles Eimers’ children have grown tired of waiting for answers from FDLE. They asked their lawyers David Paul Horan and Darren Horan to file a suit for wrongful death against the City of Key West and 12 police officers involved in the arrest of Charles Eimers on Thanksgiving morning. The arrest resulted in a coma Read More...
What Part of “No” Does Crane Point Not Get?
Last week’s announcement that the Crane Point Nature Center would back away from a $ 727,000 federal grant via the city of Marathon and also give up a height variance allowing towers higher than what Marathon normally allows had opponents of the proposed zip-line attraction cheering. Lost in the celebration, however, was Crane Point board Read More...
A rally last week in Tallahassee was staged to encourage solar energy development in Florida. Fortunately it became political because otherwise the mainstream media might not have covered it. Organizers used the event to accuse Gov. Rick Scott of blocking solar energy initiatives in the state at the behest of the big power companies. Because Read More...
“I’m talkin’ baseball Kluzewski, Campanella The Man and Bobby Feller The Scooter, the Barber, and the Newk They knew ’em all from Boston to Dubuque Especially Willie, Mickey and the Duke” “Talkin’ Baseball” Terry Cashman, 1981 Major league baseball opened a new season a few weeks ago and opening day always takes my memory back Read More...
“I’m talkin’ baseball Kluzewski, Campanella The Man and Bobby Feller The Scooter, the Barber, and the Newk They knew ’em all from Boston to Dubuque Especially Willie, Mickey and the Duke” “Talkin’ Baseball” Terry Cashman, 1981 Major league baseball opened a new season a few weeks ago and opening day always takes my memory back Read More...
Presenting Featured Artist: Sahara Graft
Sahara Graft, a diligent student and avid runner, spends the majority of her off time in the nature of Big Pine. Sahara finds greatest joy in observing the interactions between wildlife and in the way we, as people of the earth, interact with nature. Graft finds inspiration in her loving grandfather who has painted a Read More...
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...
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...
Congressman Joe Garcia Doing Important Work For Local Vets
They call us heroes but to us they are our heroes: The Marathon Weekly, The Free Press, The Key West Blue Paper, The Big Pine Barometer, Pirate Radio, Commissioner George Nugent and Congressman Joe Garcia. Each came to our defense when one of only two Doctors at the Key West VA clinic retired. The Miami Read More...
An Open Letter In Support of PumpOut USA’s Boater Pumpout Program
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An Open Letter In Support of PumpOut USA's Boater Pumpout Program
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Superintendent of Schools, Mark T. Porter announced the names of the newly selected administrators for Poinciana Elementary School, Horace O’Bryant School and Coral Shores High School today. The selected individuals will be recommended to the School Board at their regular meeting on Tuesday, May 23rd when all principal and assistant principal recommendations for the 2014-15 Read More...
Superintendent of Schools, Mark T. Porter announced the names of the newly selected administrators for Poinciana Elementary School, Horace O’Bryant School and Coral Shores High School today. The selected individuals will be recommended to the School Board at their regular meeting on Tuesday, May 23rd when all principal and assistant principal recommendations for the 2014-15 Read More...
Habitat for Humanity of Key West & Lower Florida Keys received a $ 5,000 grant from Old Island Restoration Foundation for the repairs on the old town home of Lenora Tyler. “Old Island is dedicated to preserving the architectural and cultural heritage of Key West. OIRF’s grant program, funded in part by our House Tours, Read More...
Habitat for Humanity of Key West & Lower Florida Keys received a $ 5,000 grant from Old Island Restoration Foundation for the repairs on the old town home of Lenora Tyler. “Old Island is dedicated to preserving the architectural and cultural heritage of Key West. OIRF’s grant program, funded in part by our House Tours, Read More...
Leon Shell Memorial Sailfish Tournament Reels in Funds for VNA/Hospice of the Florida Keys
The 16th Annual Leon Shell Memorial Sailfish Tournament once again benefited Visiting Nurse Association & Hospice of the Florida Keys. This highly anticipated two-day fishing event, which is held in Key Colony Beach, honors Captain Leon Shell. Shell was a gifted and respected angler, as well as an artist who was famous for his handmade Read More...
RAINWATER HARVESTING COURSE OFFERED IN KEY WEST
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Hometown! PAC Announces Call for Candidates Event
Key West, 21 April 2014: Hometown! ‘s “Call for Candidates” Event at Salute Restaurant, Higgs Beach at 5 p.m. Dear Members, Prospective Members of Hometown PAC, and all Candidates, Prospective Candidates and Those Merely Testing the Waters: Please join us on Monday, April 21, 2014, when Key West’s Hometown! will present declared and potential candidates for Read More...
Second in Series of Pop Up Art Shows Hosted By Paradise Tattoo / APRIL 26
Paradise Tattoo Pop Up Art Show: Steve Martin Jr. edition will be held Saturday April 26th, from 6pm-10pm at Paradise Tattoo, Located at 627 Duval St. This Year Paradise Tattoo is ushering in a new era, full of art shows, community events, specials, raffles and much more! This year, we want to connect more with Read More...
Dive Into Coral Camp, Exploring Coral Reefs & Our Amazing Marine Environment
Coral Camp 2014 Registration is Open! When school lets out, Coral Camp begins. 6-12 year old youths explore and learn about our surrounding marine environment through exciting education activities at the Reef Relief Environmental Center in Key West. Each fun-packed day, campers experience hands-on-learning, interactive games and outdoor activities. Activities include science and art projects Read More...
Dive Into Coral Camp, Exploring Coral Reefs & Our Amazing Marine Environment
Coral Camp 2014 Registration is Open! When school lets out, Coral Camp begins. 6-12 year old youths explore and learn about our surrounding marine environment through exciting education activities at the Reef Relief Environmental Center in Key West. Each fun-packed day, campers experience hands-on-learning, interactive games and outdoor activities. Activities include science and art projects Read More...
Florida Keys Southernmost Car Club holds its monthly SHOW & SHINE, Saturday
The Florida Keys Southernmost Car Club (FKSCC) holds its monthly SHOW & SHINE this Saturday, April 19th, 5 pm till 8 pm. This event is for the lovers of classic, custom, and street rod automobiles and trucks of all years and makes. If it’s cool and on wheels it will be here. The fun early evening Read More...
Florida Keys Southernmost Car Club holds its monthly SHOW & SHINE, Saturday
The Florida Keys Southernmost Car Club (FKSCC) holds its monthly SHOW & SHINE this Saturday, April 19th, 5 pm till 8 pm. This event is for the lovers of classic, custom, and street rod automobiles and trucks of all years and makes. If it’s cool and on wheels it will be here. The fun early evening Read More...
GLEE Finger Food Cook-Off Open to Home Chefs and Pros
The GLEE Community Garden will host a “Healthy Finger Food Cook-Off” on Friday April 25 from 5:30-8 pm at the Bottle Cap Lounge. The competition is open to all and everyone is invited to come taste the entries. Entries in the competition will be judged on their nutritional benefits, originality and taste. The competition encourages Read More...
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…)
JOIN GLEE FOR ITS ANNUAL MEETING, APRIL 26 IN KEY WEST
Green Living & Energy Education’s annual meeting is set for 4 to 6:30 p.m. Saturday, April 26, at Old Town Manor guesthouse in Key West. GLEE invites past, present and potential members to attend to learn what’s next for the Keyswide nonprofit. It’s a great opportunity to meet other residents interested in environmental issues and Read More...
"The Rarest Plant Habitat In Florida" 7:00 PM, April 26th
Stephen Hodges (Field Botanist; Tropical Science Institute at Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden) will present Keys Cactus Barrens – a unique plant community that only exists in the Florida Keys. For the last several years, the Key West Tropical Forest & Botanical Garden Conservation Program has partnered with the Florida Department of Transportation, various other state Read More...
“The Rarest Plant Habitat In Florida” 7:00 PM, April 26th
Stephen Hodges (Field Botanist; Tropical Science Institute at Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden) will present Keys Cactus Barrens – a unique plant community that only exists in the Florida Keys. For the last several years, the Key West Tropical Forest & Botanical Garden Conservation Program has partnered with the Florida Department of Transportation, various other state Read More...
LOVE LANE GANG! They’re Just Plain Fun!
The Love Lane Gang is a locals band that knocks the socks off tourists and locals alike.They play 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 Read More...
LOVE LANE GANG! They're Just Plain Fun!
The Love Lane Gang is a locals band that knocks the socks off tourists and locals alike.They play 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 Read More...
Calling All Artists! It's Time For The Fantasy Fest Poster Contest!
Key West is ready to get animated, but Fantasy Fest® 2014 “Animeted Dreams & Adventures” needs you! Dust off your sketch pencils, ready your mouse, and prepare your canvas for an animated take on Key West. Bring your wildest dreams and adventures to life. Kawaii! The Fantasy Fest poster contest is your chance is to Read More...
Calling All Artists! It’s Time For The Fantasy Fest Poster Contest!
Key West is ready to get animated, but Fantasy Fest® 2014 “Animeted Dreams & Adventures” needs you! Dust off your sketch pencils, ready your mouse, and prepare your canvas for an animated take on Key West. Bring your wildest dreams and adventures to life. Kawaii! The Fantasy Fest poster contest is your chance is to Read More...
Zonta Club of Key West is an international service organization of executive women in business and the professions working to improve the status of women. Their programs include Heart Health and Skin Cancer screenings for under- and uninsured women in the Lower Florida Keys. Zonta supports the girls at Keys Center Academy through a one-to-one Read More...
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