FEMA will be setting up a Mobile Registration Intake Center in Key West at the Nelson English Park, 1127 Thomas Street. The center will be open on Sunday, November 7th and Monday, November 8th from 8 a.m. until 6 p.m.
This second round will allow anyone with FEMA claims from Hurricane Ian to get help from FEMA. You can register or find out the status of your application, or just get general information on FEMA disaster assistance.
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Radio One Key West, led by hall of fame broadcaster Buddy Shula, launched Tues Oct 18 th at 3pm.
In its first few weeks, Mellow Rock 93.7 WKEY has already been a force in Key West and the Lower Keys by adding its unique blend of mellow classic hits, “Intelligence For Your Life” with John Tesh, and the 70’s and 80’s recorded countdown shows from legendary Casey Kasem. Dan Rinelli has been a Buffalo staple in broadcasting and production for decades, and more recently, morning host at top-rated 104.1 WHTT. “ Dan is the perfect choice for this position, and brings many talents. He will fit in the Key West unique lifestyle perfectly, with a great blend of information and entertainment”. Shula says. Advertisers, residents and tourists are loving what’s happening at WKEY. “Doing the morning show in Key West is a dream come true”. Rinelli states. I love the vibe and the unique lifestyle of the entire community. I look forward to being a part of that”. Rinelli begins his new morning show Oct 31st. WKEY can be heard on-air at 93.7 FM, streaming at 937Wkey.com, mobile app, and voice-activated devices. Keys creativity and resilience were brilliantly displayed in a pageantry of glitter, feathers, flowers and incandescent imagination Saturday night, as Key West’s Fantasy Fest parade made its way down Duval Street for the first time since 2019 and the emergence of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Some three-dozen entries—with one stretching almost a full city block— competed for $20,000 in prizes, and the winners are:
The Bud Light Fantasy Fest Parade is traditionally followed with announcement of the following year’s theme, which is selected through a “Call for Themes” contest. This year, Izzy Weaver of Nashville, TN, scored two seats in the judge’s stand at next year’s parade with the submission, “Uniforms & Unicorns.” “2023 marks the 200-year anniversary of establishment of both Monroe County and Key West’s first Naval base, so our panel of judges agreed that “Uniforms & Unicorns—200 Years of Sailing into Fantasy” captured the Bicentennial of these historic events and the Keys effervescent spirit perfectly,” said Nadene Grossman Orr, Fantasy Fest Director and President/CEO of We’ve Got the Keys. Fantasy Fest events and happenings wrapped up on Sunday with a slate of events, including Children’s Day at Bayview Park, “The Fat Lady Sings” Tea Dance at La Te Da Hotel, Restaurant, Cabaret and Bars, and several Fest finale’ pool parties held at Southernmost Beach Resort’s Pineapple Pool, the Marker Key West Harbor Resort, and Island House Key West Resort. Fantasy Fest 2022 featured more than 80 events citywide and was presented in part by the Monroe County Tourist Development Council. Visit http://www.fantasyfest.com for photo galleries of 2022 highlights and advance 2023 festival news and information. Director of Exhibitions and Education, Customer Relations Manager, and Director of Operations Hired at The Studios of Key West
To facilitate the ongoing development of their facilities and programs, The Studios of Key West has welcomed three new staff members to their growing team. Coming to Key West from Laurel, Mississippi, Michael Ross has joined The Studios as the Director of Exhibitions and Education. Ross has a Master’s degree in drawing from Northern Illinois University, and has spent a good part of his life in San Francisco, where he managed a large retail store in the downtown Financial District for nearly two decades. Ross has also worked as a curator at museums, community centers and galleries. When considering a move to Key West, Ross was immediately taken by the breathtaking beauty of the island, and the unique population of residents who aren’t afraid to stand out from the crowd. As an artist himself, Ross has a keen understanding of the unique and specific needs of artists, and he looks forward to developing relationships and introducing The Studios' programs to new groups on the island. Elise Irwin has been hired as Customer Relations Manager, overseeing The Studios’ busy front desk operation, where tickets, artwork and donations are processed, and where visitors are welcomed. Originally from St. Simons Island, Georgia, Irwin lived in St. Augustine before moving to Key West 12 years ago. She has a background in serving the public in various roles, and has worked as a wedding planner, an office manager, a realtor, and in retail sales. She has a BFA in Art from Flagler College, she creates art and sculpture, and also designs her own line of jewelry. She’s excited to welcome guests to The Studios, and looks forward to being surrounded by art and artists every day. Andrew Zimmerman has joined the team as the Director of Operations. He has a Master’s degree in Management and Leadership from Kaplan University, a wealth of managerial experience, and enjoys providing professional coaching and development. He lived in Key West for seven years before moving to Chicago to further develop his career, where he managed high-volume retail stores. Since he relocated back to Key West earlier this year with his wife, he’s been dabbling in journaling, painting, and discovering new music. He looks forward to his new role at The Studios, where he plans to try his hand at a few classes, discover new skills, and immerse himself in the arts. To learn more about The Studios of Key West, including their upcoming creative season of exhibitions, classes and performances, please visit www.tskw.org. ![]() More than $1.2 billion in federal grants, disaster loans and flood insurance payments has been provided to the state of Florida and households to help survivors jumpstart their recovery after Hurricane Ian. FEMA has provided $581 million to households and $314 million to the state for emergency response. The U.S. Small Business Administration has provided $196 million in disaster loans, while the National Flood Insurance Program has paid $147 million in claims. How FEMA is helping Floridians:
Commissioner Mary Lou Hoover and the Key West Planning Department want to hear from you regarding the future of North Roosevelt Blvd. We’ve worked with local business owners to brainstorm strategies to revitalize the area. And we want to hear from you!
In order to have a better idea of what the community would like to see of this important corridor, they’ve created a short survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/CMJRL2D We strongly encourage everyone to weigh in on this survey. Let us know what you want our community to look like! |
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