Florida Keys
Fla. Legislators: Don’t Fritter Away Conchs
The Florida Keys without conch on the menu? That is the fear of some lawmakers who believe a federal prohibition of the large marine mollusk from being served from Florida City to Key West will harm tourism.
Small Keys Island Goes Green
Visitors and tourists may notice a small change on Pigeon Key. The tiny island and historic education facility has gone green, Keys officials dumped the island’s electrical system and converted to solar-powered energy on Friday.
Navy’s Blue Angels Key West Show Might Be Last For A While
The Blue Angels, the Navy’s elite fighter jet demonstration unit, are performing this weekend in Key West in what may be their final public exhibition at least through Sept. 30, the end of the Navy’s fiscal year.
A Howlin’ Good Time At Woofstock Music Fair
Thousands of four-legged friends and pet-lovers gathered in the Keys this weekend to enjoy music and support a good cause.
Kayaker Finishes Minnesota To Key West Trip
After a 4,000-mile excursion, a kayaker has arrived in Key West, the southernmost spot in the U.S., via Minnesota’s Northwest Angle, the northernmost spot in the nation.
Man Snags Conch Shell Blowing Title In Key West
Dozens of contestants blew their own horns in Key West Saturday, but none did it better than 76-year-old sailing buff Bill Ochse of Ocean City, Md.
Astronomers Keep Eyes To The Sky At Fla. Keys Winter Star Party
Hundreds of professional and amateur astronomers are aiming their telescopes on southern constellations, stars, planets and even the International Space Station in the lower Florida Keys.
Most Creative Cocktails In South Florida
Cocktails are usually a dime a dozen, but these distinct drinks are out of the ordinary. Check out this list of creative concoctions that put the extra in extraordinary.
Hotel Site: Fla. Keys Home To Three Of Best Small Hotels In U.S.
The Keys are home to three of the top 25 small hotels in the country, according to a hotel industry website.
Wounded Vets Cross Florida Keys On Special Bikes
More than 40 wounded warriors participated Saturday in Soldier Ride, a cycling journey across the Florida Keys.






