Town Key West

A night of monsters, mad scientists and community generosity turned into meaningful support for local children as the Florida Keys Children’s Shelter (FKCS) raised $4,000 during its second annual Monsters & Mad Scientists Halloween Bingo fundraiser on Oct. 21 at the Armory Speakeasy in Key Largo. The sold-out event highlighted the Upper Keys community’s commitment

Coral Shores’ Charles Royal is making a statement this season on both sides of the ball. Last week, the sophomore linebacker recorded two solo tackles, two assists, a quarterback pressure and a tackle for a loss. His disruptive defensive play helped the ’Canes blank their opponent, but Royal’s contributions did not stop there. Offensively, Royal

The Monroe County Board of County Commissioners proclaimed October 2026 as Keys Kids Health Month, alongside Keys Kids Health Centers and Keys Area Health Education Center (AHEC), to raise awareness of the importance of children’s health, preventive healthcare, and dental hygiene throughout the Florida Keys. The proclamation highlights the importance of regular medical and dental

Costumed canines and other furred and feathered critters and their human companions rocked the stage at Key West’s Fantasy Fest Pet Masquerade on Oct. 21, delighting the audience with an unpredictable competition at the Coffee Butler Amphitheater. More than 30 entries entered, with this year’s Fantasy Fest theme of “Musical Icons and Iconic Musicals” inspiring

Pencils, notebooks and paper were replaced by masks, pumpkins and more sugar than an army of children could possibly want at Stanley Switlik Elementary’s annual Halloween carnival. Organized by the school’s PTO on Oct. 25, the day included carnival games and activities, face painting, bounce houses and the famed Halloween “cake walk.” Hundreds of volunteer