Stock Island NewsLocal news for Stock Island, FL continually updated from thousands of sources on the web.Popham eyed sale- February 23, 2008 "They were going after everybody" Husband of then-planning commissioner negotiated with Cay Clubs over boat yard One of the most vociferous advocates for maintaining working waterfront in the Keys negotiated for several months in 2005 with Cay ... via Florida Keys Keynoterhttp://www.topix.net/city/stock-island-fl/2008/02/popham-eyed-sale?fromrss=1 Coleman fires back- February 20, 2008 "The argument doesn't hold water" Developer's attorney accuses Popham of conflict in vote on waterfront law Attorney Jerry Coleman, a former housing consultant for Monroe County, has filed a complaint with the state Division of Ethics alleging ... via Florida Keys Keynoterhttp://www.topix.net/city/stock-island-fl/2008/02/coleman-fires-back?fromrss=1 Gardenfest blooms- February 17, 2008 Event includes botanical tours and plant sales Nature lovers can enjoy an exhibition and sale of rare plants, tour the lush and lovely gardens surrounding five private Key West homes, explore Key West's two ... via Florida Keys Keynoterhttp://www.topix.net/city/stock-island-fl/2008/02/gardenfest-blooms?fromrss=1 2 more declare for elected office- February 14, 2008 "I'd like to take that money and pump it into the bottom of the system to hire and retain prosecutors that will stay for at least three or four years." The fall races start to get a bit crowded Change may be the battle cry at the national level, but local candidates are riding the same wave. via Florida Keys Keynoterhttp://www.topix.net/city/stock-island-fl/2008/02/2-more-declare-for-elected-office?fromrs... Spehar denies ethics complaint- February 13, 2008 "I can't even tie a knot, much less own some sort of navigational business." Caruso alleges possible conflict with her vote Accusations of a possible conflict of interest in a vote last week by County Commissioner Dixie Spehar may be off base, County Attorney Suzanne Hutton says, but ... via Florida Keys Keynoterhttp://www.topix.net/city/stock-island-fl/2008/02/spehar-denies-ethics-complaint?fromrss=1 Popham quits in disgust- February 8, 2008 "Huge changes were made and none of the county commissioners even know what they were voting on" Lobster boats prove this week that Stock Island is indeed a working waterfront. The prime section of real estate is under scrutiny for redevelopment. via Florida Keys Keynoterhttp://www.topix.net/city/stock-island-fl/2008/02/popham-quits-in-disgust?fromrss=1 Height rule may change- February 5, 2008 "We're trying to keep what everyone in the Keys wants instead of having somebody buy it, build condos and totally fence it off" Waterfront law would measure from water level The Monroe County Commission meets Monday to take up a new version of an ordinance designed to protect working waterfronts. via Florida Keys Keynoterhttp://www.topix.net/city/stock-island-fl/2008/02/height-rule-may-change?fromrss=1 Alleged killers set for court- February 2, 2008 The docket-sounding hearings will take place in the Upper Keys, but the defendants - Manuel Prieto Arenas, 47, and Andrew Beckner, 43 - may appear before the judge via a video link, said J. Jefferson Overby, ... via Florida Keys Keynoterhttp://www.topix.net/city/stock-island-fl/2008/02/alleged-killers-set-for-court?fromrss=1 Key West, United States Travel Blog- February 1, 2008 Just a few more pics to enjoy! Sights on the ride to and from Key West to Sugarloaf-Rosario and Marsha on their Softail Custom; Hurricane Joes-a great place for wings and margaritas on Stock Island, a few shots ... via TravelPod.com Recent Updateshttp://www.topix.net/city/stock-island-fl/2008/02/key-west-united-states-travel-blog?fromr... |