Brian Vest: Steward of the Conch Republic Marine Army
Brian Vest, founder-president of the Conch Republic Marine Army, a nonprofit organization created to restore Florida Keys marine habitats, has taken more than 4,000 volunteers to the Keys backcountry. Nearly every Saturday, groups of up to 10 volunteers commit to a five-hour experience to clear debris washed up on remote, uninhabited islands.
New Year’s Eve to Star Sushi and the Red High Heel
Sushi climbs over the balcony railing in a gorgeous couture gown, settles herself in the eight-foot-long red high heel dangling some 15 feet above the street, and waves to the New Year’s Eve revelers below.
Ring in the Revelry: Florida Keys New Year’s Eve
New Year’s Eve celebrations in the Florida Keys traditionally feature balmy temperatures and a warm welcome for revelers fleeing colder climates.
Subtropical Season’s Greetings!
This holiday season, rather than letting all the self-imposed “must-do” tasks jingle your bells till you’re jingled out, take a Florida Keys approach.
Key West Flag Football Competition Helps Empower Women
The 25th annual Kelly McGillis Classic International Women’s & Girls’ Flag Football Championship is scheduled Jan. 29-31 at Key West’s Wicker Sports Complex.
Sandy Beachside Competition Draws International Sculptors
Playing in the sand isn’t just for kids — at least it wasn’t in Key West over Thanksgiving weekend. There, six leading sand sculptors competed in the International Sand Art Competition.
Susann D’Antonio and the Art of Keys Living
Susann D’Antonio credits collisions with snowbanks, a cooperative cat and a yellow submarine with inspiring much of her Florida Keys creativity.