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Digital Spy

Shaving + driving = crash in Florida Keys
Orlando Sentinel
State troopers responding to a crash in the Florida Keys say a woman shaving her, uh, private area, caused a two-vehicle crash. What's more, her ex-husband ...
Public Pubic Primping Prompts Car Crash In KeysAHN | All Headline News
Accident follows a close shaveThe Press Association
Florida Woman Causes Accident While Shaving Private PartsShortNews.com
Weekly World News (satire) -Guyism (blog) -NEWS.com.au
all 105 news articles »

Sun, 07 Mar 2010 16:57:26 GMT+00:00


CBS News

Home BancShares, Inc. and Centennial Bank Announce Opportunistic Florida ...
CNNMoney.com (press release)
Centennial Bank has locations in central Arkansas, north central Arkansas, southern Arkansas, the Florida Keys, southwestern Florida and now central Florida ...
Centennial Bank Acquires Failed Florida BankArkansasSports360.com

all 606 news articles »

Fri, 12 Mar 2010 23:16:04 GMT+00:00


Keys RV park has new life as music venue
MiamiHerald.com
... two crooners sing a boisterous duet to a crowd gathered at the Lazy Lakes RV Resort, a 28-acre rustic campground in the Florida Keys. Not too long ago, ...

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Thu, 11 Mar 2010 14:11:25 GMT+00:00


MiamiHerald.com

Cold weather kills large swaths of Florida Keys coral
MiamiHerald.com
A survey by scientists found that the big chill of January led to a widespread die-off of corals in the Florida Keys. A Nature Conservancy diver swims over ...
January freeze killed acres of Fla. coralUPI.com

all 12 news articles »

Tue, 09 Mar 2010 06:01:44 GMT+00:00


Youth detention center faces closure
KeysNet
It's extremely bad for us to take children from the Florida Keys and transport them 150 miles to an environment that's worse than what they came out of, ...

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Sat, 13 Mar 2010 16:38:50 GMT+00:00


FSC students experience an unconventional spring break
The Southern
One option, provided through FSC's Wellness and Recreation Program, allowed students to take a 5-day trip to the Florida Keys. For $250, students could ...


Sat, 13 Mar 2010 19:50:21 GMT+00:00


The Ledger (blog)

FWC seeks comments on Miami Blue plan
The Ledger (blog)
This small blue butterfly, one of the rarest in Florida, is found in the wild in a portion of the Florida Keys, but was once more widespread. ...

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Fri, 12 Mar 2010 20:25:31 GMT+00:00


2nd Florida Keys inmate indicted in prison tax scam
MiamiHerald.com
An inmate and three relatives have been charged with tax fraud in a second federal indictment stemming from an IRS tax scam that was run out of a jail near ...

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Wed, 10 Mar 2010 06:01:38 GMT+00:00


ABC News

Woman Crashes Car While Shaving, uh, Down There
KTLA
Now Florida Keys law enforcement officers add a new caution: Don't try to shave your privates while driving, either. Florida Highway Patrol troopers say a ...
Cops: Woman Crashes Car While Shaving Her PrivatesABC News

all 23 news articles »

Thu, 11 Mar 2010 20:44:16 GMT+00:00


Relief sailboat departs from Florida Keys to Haiti
Los Angeles Times
A classic sailing schooner has departed from the Florida Keys bound for earthquake-ravaged Haiti with more than 10 tons of relief supplies. ...
Ship Sets Sail With Relief Supplies To HaitiCBS 4
Supplies Sent to Haiti from FLKEYC

all 21 news articles »

Sun, 21 Feb 2010 08:04:45 GMT+00:00


TravelVideo.tv (press release)

Divers and Snorkelers to Eggsplore the Florida Keys Coral Reef!
TravelVideo.tv (press release)
KEY LARGO, Florida Keys — Divers visiting the Florida Keys around the Easter holiday are likely to trade in their “tank-head” personas for one more suitable ...

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Wed, 10 Mar 2010 21:10:33 GMT+00:00


Relief sailboat from Fla. Keys arrives in Haiti
MiamiHerald.com
A classic sailing schooner, accompanied by three other boats, has completed a voyage from the Florida Keys to earthquake-ravaged Haiti with more than 16 ...
Key West Schooner Delivers Supplies To HaitiCBS 4

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Tue, 09 Mar 2010 08:09:37 GMT+00:00


Tax vote reanimates topic of teacher pay
Sarasota Herald-Tribune
A beginning teacher now starts at $38530, and the average salary of $55213 is second only to that of teachers in the Florida Keys. But as pay went up, ...

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Fri, 12 Mar 2010 07:42:25 GMT+00:00


Newman PR

Conch Republic to Celebrate Independence April 16-25
Newman PR
KEY WEST, Florida Keys — The Conch Republic, more commonly known as Key West and the Florida Keys, is to salute the 28th anniversary of its founding Friday, ...


Fri, 12 Mar 2010 21:37:14 GMT+00:00


Florida Keys Ocean Festival to Celebrate Marine Environment
Newman PR
KEY WEST, Florida Keys — The southernmost island chain's vibrant marine environment is to be celebrated with live music, artistry, kids' activities, ...
PWC environmental program debuts in the KeysTrade Only Today
Island Grass Music Fest to Benefit Habitat for Humanity March 28Newman PR

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Mon, 08 Mar 2010 15:33:25 GMT+00:00


New York Times

SFWMD votes to move forward with Everglades land purchase
Examiner.com
Most Florida Keys residents are aware of and appreciate the restoration work that needs to be done to enhance Florida Bay. "Despite the richly financed ...
Florida $650 Million Land Bond Faces Financial, Legal ChallengeBusinessWeek

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Thu, 11 Mar 2010 20:32:21 GMT+00:00


'Distraction' redefined in Florida
Akron Beacon Journal
Police in the Florida Keys are not happy with a driver who has introduced yet another wrinkle to the ongoing problem of ''distracted driving. ...


Fri, 12 Mar 2010 00:21:14 GMT+00:00


Christian Science Monitor

As Florida Keys residents confront rising sea levels, what lessons?
Christian Science Monitor
Waters around the Florida Keys are nine inches higher than a century ago. Efforts to battle rising sea levels make the Keys 'a canary in the coal mine,' an ...


Thu, 04 Mar 2010 18:12:42 GMT+00:00


fl-garbage-truck-drivers-florida-keys-20100308
Orlando Sentinel
Garbage truck drivers in the Florida Keys are used to doing the dirty work, and now some of them are helping police to do theirs, The Key West Citizen ...

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Mon, 08 Mar 2010 13:51:29 GMT+00:00


7Online WSVN-TV

One dies in fiery wreck on 7-Mile Bridge in Florida Keys
MiamiHerald.com
A three-vehicle accident Thursday on the Seven-Mile Bridge in the Florida Keys killed a Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission biologist and ...
Explosion Shuts Down Seven Mile Bridge For HoursCBS 4
Crash closed bridge and highway for more than four hoursOrlando Sentinel
Slideshow: Fiery 7-Mile Bridge crash kills oneWZVN-TV

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Fri, 19 Feb 2010 06:07:43 GMT+00:00

Key West News



No one hurt in Key West fire
Dubuque Telegraph Herald
No one was injured when a wood-burning stove started a fire at a Key West home. At 9:05 am Friday, the Key West and La Motte fire departments responded to ...
Fire Damages Dubuque County HomeKCRG

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Sat, 13 Mar 2010 16:10:44 GMT+00:00


Key West event brings OMH project closer
Jacksonville Daily News
On behalf of the Onslow County Hospital Authority board, I thank everyone who supported the Onslow Memorial Hospital Foundation's recent Key West Island ...


Sat, 13 Mar 2010 14:41:33 GMT+00:00


Tampa Tribune

Key West, Fla., man wins conch shell blowing title
The Associated Press
KEY WEST, Fla. — A sixth-generation Key West resident, who first blew a conch shell as a child, played two shells simultaneously to take top honors Saturday ...
Key West man named best conch shell blowerExaminer.com
Conch Players Old & New Take Key West StageCBS 4
Man wins conch shell blowing titlephillyBurbs.com
Calgary Herald -Citrus Daily
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Sat, 06 Mar 2010 23:10:34 GMT+00:00


ABC News

Woman busted after shaving 'bikini area' while driving
ABC Action News
"She said she was meeting her boyfriend in Key West and wanted to be ready for the visit," he said. Living on the razor's edge has Barnes charged with ...
Close call: Fla. driver unhurt after crashing car while 'bikini' shavingUSA Today
Cops: Woman Crashes Car While Shaving Her PrivatesABC News
Florida woman shaves bikini line while driving car!Sify
ABC15.com (KNXV-TV) -KTLA -CarAdvice (blog)
all 23 news articles »

Fri, 12 Mar 2010 21:59:16 GMT+00:00


Buffalo News

Here comes the ... stress
Buffalo News
“It's in Key West,” she said. “And no matter what happens, you can't go to Key West and not have a good time.” Destination weddings may relieve some of the ...

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Sat, 13 Mar 2010 11:44:41 GMT+00:00


msnbc.com

Leach, Tech dig their heels in deeper
Amarillo.com
The coach, who now lives in Key West, Fla., gave a brief but emotional statement to reporters after his six-hour deposition Friday. "We've had 10 incredible ...
Leach attorney says case "substantially stronger" after depositionsThe Daily Toreador (registration)

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Sat, 13 Mar 2010 07:01:03 GMT+00:00


Transient license changes delayed another six months
KeysNet
Key West Planning Board members on Thursday agreed to extend the sunset of a 10-year-old ordinance governing how transient rental licenses ...


Sat, 13 Mar 2010 16:38:51 GMT+00:00


Digital Spy

Woman causes crash shaving bikini area while driving
NBC2 News
KEY WEST: A woman shaving her bikini area while driving caused a car accident on Cudjoe Key, near Key West, according to a report in keysnews.com. ...
Woman Shaves Bikini Line While Driving, CrashesLimeLife (blog)
Crash caused by driver shaving pubic hairIndependent Online
Watercooler StoriesUPI.com
Weekly World News (satire) -NBC Miami -The Press Association
all 105 news articles »

Tue, 09 Mar 2010 13:57:59 GMT+00:00


The Canadian Press

Tear gas, stones in clash between Israeli troops, Palestinians at key West ...
The Canadian Press
JERUSALEM — Several dozen Palestinian women scuffled with Israeli troops on the outskirts of Jerusalem on Saturday amid rising religious and political ...

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Sat, 13 Mar 2010 18:25:34 GMT+00:00


Court delays hearing on Biem-Aime release
KeysNet
A court decision has been delayed on whether Jonathan Biem-Aime, accused of taking part in an attack on two Key West men, should be released ...


Sat, 13 Mar 2010 16:38:50 GMT+00:00


Pop. 1 towns tell Census: Get count right
The Associated Press
From Key West to Nome, today's Americans will largely get the founders' joke yet again as the US Census embarks on its once-a-decade count this year ...

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Sun, 07 Mar 2010 05:29:50 GMT+00:00


KOSA

Leach deposition slated for Friday
ESPN (blog)
Leach, who moved to Key West after the Red Raiders fired him, alleges libel, slander and breach of contract in his lawsuit, claiming Texas Tech fired him ...
Leach set to be deposed Friday in LubbockDallas Morning News
Leach set to be deposed in LubbockAustin American-Statesman
Leach returning to testifyLubbockOnline.com
The Detroit News
all 182 news articles »

Tue, 09 Mar 2010 00:38:44 GMT+00:00


West Valley's Zone Dooms Ellensburg: PHOTO GALLERY
American Chronicle
And while her mobility appeared limited, Nilles scored eight of her game-high 15 points to key West Valley's triumph. "It still really hurts," she said ...

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Sat, 13 Mar 2010 15:04:25 GMT+00:00


Newman PR

Conch Republic to Celebrate Independence April 16-25
Newman PR
KEY WEST, Florida Keys — The Conch Republic, more commonly known as Key West and the Florida Keys, is to salute the 28th anniversary of its founding Friday, ...


Fri, 12 Mar 2010 21:37:14 GMT+00:00


ESPN

Mike Leach enjoying life in Key West while waiting for next coaching job
USA Today
While he and Texas Tech continue their legal case after his firing, Mike Leach is content to spend time at his new home in Key West. ...
Ex-Texas Tech coach Mike Leach: Relaxing in Key West, wants to coach again soonDallas Morning News (blog)
Mike Leach talks about coaching and his futureESPN
Leach: Phone has been ringing off the hookCollege Fantasy Football Insider
Bleacher Report
all 9 news articles »

Mon, 22 Feb 2010 20:29:36 GMT+00:00


FAIL: Woman Gets In Car Accident While Shaving Her...
Global Grind (blog)
Key West, United States - Megan Mariah Barnes was recently charged with reckless driving after causing an accident because she was distracted as she shaved ...


Sat, 13 Mar 2010 15:33:53 GMT+00:00


Orlando Sentinel

Coast Guard saves shrimp boat off Key West
MiamiHerald.com
AP KEY WEST, Fla. -- The US Coast Guard worked overnight to save three occupants of a 67-foot shrimp boat that lost power and was taking on water. ...
Coast Guard Rescues Shrimp Boat Crew Off Key WestCBS 4
Fishing vessel Miss Suzanne, a 67-foot shrimp boat, awaits Coast Guard ...Orlando Sentinel
Coast Guard aids troubled fishermen7Online WSVN-TV

all 32 news articles »

Sun, 28 Feb 2010 18:41:25 GMT+00:00


Outdoor Life: Anglers looking west for pompano and ling
The News Herald
That runs contrary to the popular belief that pompano and ling follow the coast from Key West past Tampa and arrive here fresh and ready to bite. ...


Thu, 11 Mar 2010 22:36:47 GMT+00:00


Indianapolis International Airport busy with spring break travelers
Fox 59
"We went to priceline.com and got really good deals on the flight and the hotels," said Ryan Cicero, who's traveling to Key West. "Everything is pretty much ...

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Fri, 12 Mar 2010 19:37:03 GMT+00:00


A day spent in Key West
Palladium-Item
When we left on this latest trip, I told Michelle that I would like to spend a few days in one of my favorite cities -- Key West. (It is a standing joke ...

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Mon, 08 Mar 2010 12:04:20 GMT+00:00


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