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Key Largo Officials Preview October 2026 Council Agenda for the Florida Keys

Local officials in Key Largo are preparing for a series of city council meetings this October, as Monroe County leaders take up a slate of issues affecting residents across the Florida Keys. The October sessions are expected to address ongoing priorities including infrastructure upgrades along US-1, coastal resilience planning, and continued discussion of affordable housing options for workers in the Keys' tourism-dependent economy. Council members are also likely to revisit budget items tied t

'Dangerous' Key Largo Man Who Once Stole Police Cruiser, Then Carjacked Woman, Now on the Run: Sheriff

South Florida authorities are searching for a man they describe as "dangerous" after he failed to appear for the final day of his trial on Friday. The suspect, a Key Largo resident, was facing charges stemming from a bizarre crime spree in which he allegedly stole a police cruiser and then carjacked a woman. He did not return to court as proceedings concluded, prompting the sheriff's office to issue a warrant for his arrest. Investigators are urging anyone with information on his whereabouts t

Key Largo Arts & Entertainment: A Guide to the Local Creative Scene

Menudo Reunites for Blockbuster 50th Anniversary Tour

Fans of Latin pop are celebrating after the announcement that Menudo, the legendary boy band that launched the careers of stars like Ricky Martin, will reunite for a 50th anniversary tour. The tour, which promises to bring together several generations of former Menudo members, marks half a century since the group's founding in Puerto Rico in 1977. Organizers say the anniversary run will feature classic hits alongside new arrangements, along with archival video and photo tributes to members who

Puerto Rico Ramps Up Push to Attract New Investment

Puerto Rico officials are intensifying efforts to draw new investment to the island, positioning it as a competitive destination for businesses looking to expand in manufacturing, technology, and tourism. Local economic development leaders say the campaign centers on the island's tax incentive programs, its skilled bilingual workforce, and its position as a bridge between U.S. and Latin American markets. Officials have been meeting with prospective investors in recent weeks, highlighting infras

Jeremiah Smith's Record-Tying Day Powers No. 7 Ohio State Past Illinois, 42-19

The No. 7 Ohio State Buckeyes rolled past the Illinois Fighting Illini 42-19 in their Big Ten opener at Ohio Stadium on Saturday, riding a record-tying performance from star wide receiver Jeremiah Smith and a sharp, efficient outing from quarterback Julian Sayin. Ohio State never trailed, extending its winning streak in the series to 10 straight games. Smith turned in a masterclass, hauling in 12 passes for 217 yards and four touchdowns, tying the Ohio State single-game record for receiving tou

Botegga Brings a Taste of Argentina to Miami's Dining Scene

Miami's dining scene has a new destination for South American flavor: Botegga, an Argentine restaurant that has quickly become a talking point among locals for its wood-fired grilling and old-world hospitality. Tucked into the city's bustling culinary landscape, Botegga draws on classic Argentine tradition, from asado-style grilled meats to handmade empanadas and a wine list heavy on Malbec from Mendoza. The restaurant's menu leans on simple, high-quality ingredients prepared over open flame, a

New Platform Aims to Revive Local News Where Newspapers Have Vanished

Across the country, small and mid-sized towns have watched their local newspapers shrink, merge, or disappear entirely, leaving residents without a reliable source for school board decisions, zoning fights, high school sports scores, or the small, human stories that make up a community. A new platform, My Local Press, is positioning itself as an answer to that gap, built specifically to support independent journalists and give community reporting a place to live and grow. The platform's core mi

Manning Delivers in the Fourth as Texas Stuns No. 1 Ohio State in 20-Point Comeback

AUSTIN, Texas -- Never mind the difference a year can make for Arch Manning against Ohio State. On Saturday night, Manning and No. 4 Texas needed a remarkable reversal of fortune in two halves to mount a steady, historic march to a 24-23 victory over the No. 1 Buckeyes. Manning showed "grit," coach Steve Sarkisian said, in helping the Longhorns methodically unwind a 23-3 Ohio State lead, leading scoring drives of 15, 13 and 12 plays in the fourth quarter. According to ESPN Research, Texas is th

Puerto Rico Battles China in Thrilling FIBA Women's World Cup 2026 Quarterfinal Qualifier

Puerto Rico's national women's basketball team squared off against China in a high-stakes qualification match for the quarterfinals of the FIBA Women's World Cup 2026, delivering a game full of momentum swings and standout performances. The islanders came into the matchup looking to build on the energy of their home and diaspora fan base, while China brought its trademark disciplined defense and quick transition offense. From the opening tip, both squads traded baskets, with Puerto Rico leaning

Downtown Columbus Road Construction: What Drivers Need to Know Now

Downtown Columbus drivers are navigating a stretch of active construction as the city continues a series of road improvement projects aimed at easing long-term congestion and upgrading aging infrastructure. According to city officials, crews are currently working on multiple fronts, including lane resurfacing, utility line upgrades, and intersection improvements at several key corridors near the downtown core. Officials say the work is part of a broader effort to modernize roadways that have se

Cincinnati's Forgotten Subway: Can the Nation's Largest Abandoned Rail System Finally Move Forward?

Beneath the streets of downtown Cincinnati sits one of the most remarkable relics of 20th-century American infrastructure: nearly two miles of finished subway tunnels and stations that have never carried a single passenger. Nearly a century after construction halted, the Cincinnati Subway remains the largest abandoned subway system in the United States — and the question of what to do with it is once again gaining local attention. A Century of False Starts The project broke ground in 1920,

Cincinnati Council Declares Flood Emergency, Funds Pool Upgrades and Addiction Treatment in Marathon August Session

Cincinnati City Council held its most recent regular meeting on Wednesday, August 5, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. in Council Chambers at City Hall — the only full council meeting on the calendar that month. Members worked through a 131-item agenda dominated by the aftermath of a historic flooding event, along with dozens of grants, tax incentives, and neighborhood development deals. Flooding emergency declaration formally filed The session opened with Mayor Aftab Pureval's formal emergency declarati

Puttshack Brings Tech-Infused Mini Golf to Polaris in First Ohio Location

Columbus has a new spot for competitive socializing: Puttshack, the tech-driven indoor mini golf and dining chain, opened its first Ohio location this year at The Galaxy at Polaris, giving central Ohio a high-energy new option for date nights, birthdays, and office outings just north of downtown. Opening day and location Puttshack Columbus opened to the public at 4 p.m. on Wednesday, May 27, 2026, at 8870 Galaxy Way, inside The Galaxy at Polaris — a roughly 30-acre retail, dining, and ente

What's on Columbus Voters' Ballots This November

Columbus voters head to the polls on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, and while there's no mayoral or City Council race on this year's ballot, residents will still decide two significant questions about how city government itself is structured — plus a handful of neighborhood-level liquor permit questions and one statewide measure that will appear on every ballot in the city. Two competing charter amendments on City Council's future The biggest local decision facing Columbus voters is a pair of

Columbus Council Approves $23.9M Highway Contract, Advances District Elections Charter Fix in Latest Session

Columbus City Council held its most recent regular meeting on Monday, August 31, 2026, at 5:00 p.m., working through 143 agenda items ranging from major road and water infrastructure contracts to neighborhood grants, liquor permit matters, and a batch of board and commission appointments. Major infrastructure spending approved The single largest item on the agenda was an ordinance authorizing up to $23,868,642.76 for the Arterial - SR161 - I-71 to Cleveland Avenue Phase 2 project, funded t

Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope Launches from Cape Canaveral

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. — NASA's Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope lifted off today from Cape Canaveral, marking a major milestone for the agency's next-generation astrophysics program. The observatory, named in honor of Nancy Grace Roman, NASA's first chief astronomer and a key figure in the development of the Hubble Space Telescope, is designed to survey vast swaths of the sky in search of answers to some of astronomy's biggest questions — including the nature of dark energy and dark matter, and

SpaceX Falcon 9 Rocket Launches 29 Starlink Satellites in Early Morning Liftoff

A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket roared off the launch pad early this morning at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida, carrying 29 Starlink satellites into orbit as part of the company's ongoing effort to expand global broadband internet coverage. The rocket lifted off in the pre-dawn hours, lighting up the local sky as it climbed toward orbit. Residents in the surrounding area reported seeing the bright plume of the ascent, a now-familiar sight for communities near the Space Coast launch site

Dolly Parton, American Icon, Dies at 80

Dolly Parton, the beloved singer-songwriter, actress, and philanthropist whose music and generosity touched generations, has died at the age of 80, her family confirmed today. Born January 19, 1946, in Sevier County, Tennessee, Parton rose from humble beginnings in a one-room cabin to become one of the most celebrated entertainers in American history. The fourth of twelve children, she got her start performing on local radio and television before moving to Nashville the day after graduating hig