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Florida's Cedar Key is hosting its 41st annual coastal cleanup on September 19, and volunteers can help protect the Gulf Coast while earning a free T-shirt and lunch. The event has brought the community together for over two decades to remove marine debris and track pollution trends.
The island city of Key West continues to attract artists, musicians, and filmmakers with its vibrant creative culture and stunning tropical light. From nonprofit art hubs to legendary music venues, this Florida Keys destination proves that creativity flourishes at America's southern edge.
Over 200 volunteers joined forces on Earth Day to clean up Key West and protect its coral reefs, hauling away nearly 4,500 pounds of debris in a single day. The annual tradition brought together a community determined to preserve the natural beauty of the Florida Keys.
More than 375 volunteers spent a week fixing homes for Cedar Rapids residents who couldn't afford repairs or were physically unable to do the work themselves. The free program has grown from just a few projects 11 years ago to its largest event yet.
Coast Guard and boaters saved a 70-year-old loggerhead sea turtle struggling to swim near the Florida Keys. Now recovering at The Turtle Hospital, Timmy is eating well and getting closer to returning home to the ocean.
A new $9 device is helping people break phone addiction by requiring them to physically scan an NFC key before accessing their most distracting apps. Unlike app-based timers that rely on willpower, the Autonomous Key makes mindless scrolling require deliberate effort.
Jessica Pegula defeated defending champion Madison Keys in just 78 minutes at the Australian Open, winning more than just a spot in the quarter-finals. The victory settles a hilarious bet that requires Keys to try apple pie with melted cheddar cheese, a Pegula family Thanksgiving tradition.
OpenAI just made it much harder for hackers to break into your ChatGPT account. The new security features use physical keys that keep your private conversations safe from phishing attacks.
A basketball coach received a key to the city as she retires after leading her team to a state championship. Laurel, Mississippi celebrated the Lady Tornadoes' incredible season with trophies, plaques, and heartfelt gratitude.
Defending Australian Open champion Madison Keys survived a nerve-wracking start to win her first match since lifting her first Grand Slam trophy a year ago. But the real story? Her opponent, Ukrainian Oleksandra Oliynykova, made her soldier father's dream come true while he serves on the front lines.
A new botanical garden celebrating Lebanese heritage opened its doors with a ceremony focused on cultural unity and natural beauty. The Cedars of Lebanon Botanical Garden launched February 28 as a living tribute to Middle Eastern biodiversity and community connection.
A $5,000 scholarship honoring late Key West High School coach Dexter Butler is now accepting applications for its second recipient. The award celebrates student athletes who embody the kindness and community spirit Butler inspired throughout his career.
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After a decade of waiting through bureaucratic delays, Johannesburg's beloved Keyes Art Mile is expanding with new galleries, green spaces, and cultural venues. The 36-property development will transform how people gather and move through the city's creative heart.
At a farm two hours from Paris, inmates hold keys to their own rooms, work with goats and vegetables, and prepare for life after prison without a single guard in sight. This is Moyembrie, where trust replaces bars and dignity leads to real rehabilitation.
Speed skater Emery Lehman received Oak Park's first-ever Key to the Village despite feeling he doesn't measure up to other local sports legends. The two-time Olympic medalist who joined Team USA at just 17 is finally getting hometown recognition for his remarkable achievements.
Britain's Sonay Kartal overcame a painful back injury to stun Australian Open champion Madison Keys at Indian Wells, becoming the first British woman to reach the tournament's fourth round twice. Playing through discomfort, the 24-year-old rallied from a first-set loss to win 2-6, 6-2, 6-3.
Laszlo Selly, who survived the Holocaust as a child, will share his powerful testimony of resilience at a free community event on January 27. The evening of remembrance offers a rare chance to hear firsthand about survival, strength, and the lessons history holds for today.
A Mother's Day card with a hand-drawn margarita changed Camille Palmer's life forever. Fourteen years later, she's breaking world records in powerlifting and inspiring others to find strength through their darkest moments.
A manatee calf who was rescued and released with his mom just four months ago needed saving again after losing most of his body weight. Now teams are racing to help little Argyle recover at SeaWorld Orlando.
Snorkelers in the Florida Keys have been diving to an underwater music festival since 1985, where mermaids and musicians play submerged instruments to protect coral reefs. The event draws thousands to Looe Key Reef, raising awareness for the only living coral barrier reef in North America.
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