"There aren't a lot of places in the world where the dastardly act of bank robbing is viewed as a form of local entertainment. But in Key West, we tend to appreciate humor that comes from odd vectors. Also, we have a wealth of consistently dumb-ass bank robbers." Listen to Mark Hedden's Letter from Key West here.
Thursday, September 1, 2011
Under the Sun recently ran a piece on green flashes - a green light that appears in the sky for a fleeting moment when the sun dips below the horizon. Many believe the green flash to be a myth, but it's actually has a scientific explanation: refraction. We asked readers if they had ever seen a green flash. Many sent us stories and pictures of their experience with the atmospheric phenomenon.
Wednesday, August 24, 2011
Have you ever seen a green flash? It is said to happen as the sun dips below the horizon, creating an elusive green light that appears in the sky for a fleeting moment and then disappears. Many people believe the green flash is a myth, repeated for the benefit of tourists. Others swear by its existence. So is it real? If so, what causes it?
Thursday, March 10, 2011
It's very easy to dismiss Key West as a tacky touristland, but journalist Frank Deford finds the many contradictions of the Conch Republic unique and appealing. He acknowledges that freebooters, scoundrels and oddballs have always been welcome there. However, he sees Key West as more naughty than dangerous, more whimsical than cynical. And he likes it that way.
Thursday, March 10, 2011
Listen to journalist Frank Deford as he marvels at the scenery, lighting, ambiance and warmth of Key West - all from his front porch.
Wednesday, December 29, 2010
Every year, writer Nancy Klingener looks forward to the annual holiday parade, which showcases all that is weird and wonderful about living in Key West. In December 2009, Klingener sent back the sounds and voices from the parade in her "Letter from Key West." Listen here.
Thursday, October 28, 2010
A web exclusive: Listen as Alfredo Malagon tells WLRN-Miami Herald News reporter Rick Stone the story of a harrowing inspection by Cuban authorities at a detainment camp before his family left the island.
Thursday, October 28, 2010
Capt. Jim Griffin and his wife were young and adventurous. They saw the Mariel boatlift 30 years ago as an opportunity to make some fast money. Alfredo Malagon was ten years old when Captain Jim took his family from Cuba to Key West. WLRN-Miami Herald reporter Rick Stone introduces us to both of these men, and tells the story of how their paths crossed once again. Listen to the story here.
Thursday, May 27, 2010
Nancy Klingener is familiar with waiting for hurricanes to arrive in Key West. This time, however, Key West residents brace for a different kind of catastrophe. Click here to listen to this Letter From Key West.
Monday, February 15, 2010
This well-read rooster frequents the public library in Key West.
WLRN contributor Terence Cantarella begins his journey through Miami-Dade's canal system by canoe on Monday, April 16.
Follow his journey on Twitter and Facebook, and tune in to WLRN 91.3 FM every morning and afternoon to hear about his travels.
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