Jim McCarthy is a journalist based in the Florida Keys, specializing in local news and events. He has written for The Weekly Newspapers and has also been featured in The Advocate. Jim's articles cover a wide range of topics, including community events, local government decisions, and human interest stories.
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Jim McCarthy’s coverage predominantly focuses on local government and community events within the Florida Keys, with a strong emphasis on local politics, legal policy regulation, and event coverage. When reaching out to him, consider providing insights or access to local political figures or stakeholders involved in significant legislative decisions.
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Vehicles move slowly through Windley Key in July as crews install new water main transmission into the ground. DAVID GROSS/Keys Weekly
The Keys Weekly Newspapers and Keys Talk 96.9/102.5 FM will be providing expanded and live coverage of Election Night 2024 results.
In addition to deciding which four will sit on the Islamorada Village Council, voters heading to the polls will also weigh in on a pair of referendums, for term limits and a pay raise.
By: Jim McCarthy
The race for Islamorada Village Council saw four seats up for grabs. Results from Election Night show incumbent Buddy Pinder prevailing over challenger Van Cadenhead, Capt. Steve Friedman beating Anna Richards, former village mayor Deb Gillis winning over challenger Mary Barley and former building official Don Horton beating Tom Raffanello.
By: Jim McCarthy
Taimary Ruiz, co-owner of Tacos Jalisco, and Florida Keys Brewing Co. co-owner Cheryl McBay embrace following their victories during the Best of Upper Keys. Tacos Jalisco won Best Food Truck for a third year in a row. Florida Keys Brewing Co. won Best Bar and Best Live Music Venue three years in a row, as well as Best Beer Selection for the first time. DOUG FINGER/Keys Weekly
By: Jim McCarthy
Scenes from the 2024 Keys Weekly Best of the Upper Keys at Playa Largo Resort Friday, November 1, 2024. Photo by Doug Finger
A trial involving Daniel Weisberger, the man accused of killing his brother, Pascal Weisberger, in May 2020 inside their Islamorada home, will be pushed to a future date after the court granted a request by the Monroe County State Attorney’s Office.
By: Jim McCarthy
Runners take off from the starting line during the 2022 race. Formerly organized by Baptist Health South Florida Mariners Hospital, the run on Islamorada’s Old Highway returns under the direction of Henry Menendez, HNO productions owner, on Saturday, Nov. 16. DAVID GROSS/Keys Weekly File Photo
Members of American Legion Post 145 in Islamorada attend the Veterans Day ceremony in Key Largo. From left, chaplain Tim Link, John Izanec and Mike Ehlers.
By: Jim McCarthy
Individuals, businesses and political action committees contributed more than $1 million to candidates vying for positions and seats in the Florida Keys this election season.
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