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06/14/2026

06/14/2026

Fresh seafood, waterfront views, and laid-back Keys vibes 🩵

06/10/2026

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06/09/2026

06/07/2026

After nearly 15 unforgettable years at The Shrimp Shack—and a journey that first began at Squid Row back in 1992—the time has come for me to say goodbye.

What started as a job became a career, a passion, and most importantly, a family. To every employee who worked beside me, every local who made us part of their routine, and every visitor who found their way through our doors—thank you. Your support, loyalty, friendships, and memories have meant more than words can express.

I also want to extend my deepest gratitude to my Mom and Dad , my children Morgan, Ryan and Reece and Rob for their unwavering love, encouragement, and support throughout this journey. I could not have done it without you.

As with most stories in the Florida Keys, there’s one more plot twist. I’m proud to say that fellow “Keys Kid” David Epstein will be taking the reins and continuing what we’ve built together. Even better, most of our amazing crew will be staying on, ensuring that one of the last remaining true “Keysie” restaurants keeps serving great food, cold drinks, and warm hospitality to our village.

While it’s bittersweet to walk away, it brings me comfort knowing The Shrimp Shack will remain in local hands and continue to be a place where friends gather, stories are shared, and memories are made.

From the bottom of my heart, thank you for allowing me to be part of this community for all these years. It’s been an incredible ride.

With love and gratitude,

Jill

05/26/2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

KEY WEST, Fla. — Race World Offshore has signed a five-year agreement with the City of Key West to produce the Key West World Championship Power Boat Races annually through 2031.

Race week brings the world's fastest offshore powerboats and top international teams back to Key West for nine days of competition, fan events and full-throttle island energy. Race Village returns to Truman Waterfront Park, headlined by the Sunday Boat Parade down Duval Street, the Thursday night Greene Street Party for Charity and the Friday night Duval Street block party.

"We're grateful to the City of Key West and the U.S. Navy for their continued good faith efforts," said Larry Bleil, manager of Race World Offshore. "Key West is the home of offshore powerboat racing, and this agreement ensures the world championships stay where they belong for years to come."

The Key West World Championship Power Boat Races are held each November.

Editor's Note: The executed agreement between Race World Offshore, LLC and the City of Key West is a matter of public record and available through the Office of the City Clerk, City of Key West, under Chapter 119, Florida Statutes.

05/25/2026