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Curator Hotel & Resort Collection Welcomes Seven New Member Hotels Spanning Both Coasts

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Thursday, February 1, 2024
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Curator Hotel & Resort Collection (“Curator”), a distinct collection of independent hotels and resorts, is expanding its portfolio with the addition of seven new properties located in Merced, California, Baltimore, Maryland, and Key West, Florida.

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  • Curator Hotel & Resort Collection (“Curator”), a distinct collection of independent hotels and resorts, is expanding its portfolio with the addition of seven new properties located in Merced, California, Baltimore, Maryland, and Key West, Florida.
  • “We are continuing on our path of growth as we welcome seven new properties to our portfolio of more than 150 unique hotels, resorts and distinct experiences,” said Jennifer Barnwell, president of Curator Hotel and Resort Collection.
  • These new additions join six other Curator properties in the Florida Keys including Amara Cay Resort, La Siesta Resort & Villas, Little Palm Island Resort, Marker Key West Harbor Resort, Ocean Key Resort, and Southernmost Beach Resort.
  • For more information on Curator Hotel & Resort Collection, visit www.curatorhotelsandresorts.com .

DOOZEE Bespoke Ice Cream Bar Shop Key West Location Now Open

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Thursday, December 21, 2023
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KEY WEST, Fla., Dec. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The World-Famous Fantasy Festival in Key West, FL, is over, but don't despair, DOOZEE Bespoke Ice Cream Bars in Key West is NOW OPEN FOR BUSINESS, and they are ready to make your wildest ice cream fantasy turn into reality. They at your direction crafting the most unique ice cream bars – literally in the world. This Willy Wonka like, ice cream experience should be on everyone's bucket list.

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  • Fantasy Festival is over at Key West, but DOOZEE Bar is one place serving up your fantasy daily with a custom-made ice cream bar experience that's Scrumdiddlyumptious!
  • KEY WEST, Fla., Dec. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The World-Famous Fantasy Festival in Key West, FL, is over, but don't despair, DOOZEE Bespoke Ice Cream Bars in Key West is NOW OPEN FOR BUSINESS, and they are ready to make your wildest ice cream fantasy turn into reality.
  • Jim Epstein, owner says, noting that DOOZEE Bespoke Ice Cream Bar Shop differs from the more well-known boring scoop ice cream stores in that.
  • To learn more about DOOZEE Bespoke Ice Cream Bar Shop, please visit doozeebar.com .

Maggie Whitcomb to Lead Beloved Key West Art Gallery Following Founder Rachel E. Ligon's Passing

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Tuesday, December 12, 2023
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KEY WEST, Fla., Dec. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Denisa Rock and Labriska Humphrey, mother and sister of the late Key West Collective Founder Rachel E. Ligon, today announced Maggie Whitcomb as the new owner of Key West Collective, now A Ligon Whitcomb Gallery.

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  • Key West Collective, A Rachel E. Ligon Gallery, will be re-named Key West Collective, A Ligon Whitcomb Gallery, and will continue its commitment to supporting the local arts scene while amplifying Key West's rich cultural heritage as a hub for creativity and artistic expression
    KEY WEST, Fla., Dec. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Denisa Rock and Labriska Humphrey, mother and sister of the late Key West Collective Founder Rachel E. Ligon, today announced Maggie Whitcomb as the new owner of Key West Collective, now A Ligon Whitcomb Gallery.
  • Rachel's unexpected departure has deeply affected the community and the Key West art world, leaving a legacy that will forever be remembered and cherished.
  • "I am honored to step into this role and build upon Rachel Ligon's philosophy," expressed Maggie Whitcomb.
  • Denisa Rock, Rachel Ligon's mother, said "As Rachel's family, we feel Maggie will honor her legacy and continue to do great things with Key West Collective."

DOOZEE Bespoke Ice Cream Bar Shop Creates Over 5,000,000 Experiences at Its New Shop in Key West

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Tuesday, November 7, 2023
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KEY WEST, Fla., Nov. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Most can agree that there are few guilty pleasures more idyllic than enjoying a delicious ice cream on a hot day. For residents and visitors of Key West, Florida, where it is always sunny, that experience is about to get a massive upgrade. DOOZEE Bespoke Ice Cream Bar Shop is bringing frozen deliciousness to Duval Street in Key West, set to open on November 13, 2023.

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  • DOOZEE Bespoke Ice Cream Bar Shop is reimagining the modern ice cream shop with handcrafted luxury creations and endless possibilities.
  • DOOZEE Bespoke Ice Cream Bar Shop is bringing frozen deliciousness to Duval Street in Key West, set to open on November 13, 2023.
  • Ice cream lovers from near and far can come and experience the Key West shop at 123 Duval Street, Key West, FL 33044.
  • Ice cream aficionados can come inside and have a master mixologist or "Bar – Tender" create their favorite customized ice cream bar.

Florida Keys Aqueduct Authority to Begin Implementing Climate Resistant Upgrades to World Class Potable Water System

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Thursday, January 12, 2023
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KEY WEST, Fla., Jan. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Delivering approximately 20,000,000 gallons per day of high-quality drinking water to customers in the Florida Keys, the Florida Keys Aqueduct Authority (FKAA) manages and maintains an exemplary water system that is truly a modern marvel.

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  • KEY WEST, Fla., Jan. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Delivering approximately 20,000,000 gallons per day of high-quality drinking water to customers in the Florida Keys, the Florida Keys Aqueduct Authority (FKAA) manages and maintains an exemplary water system that is truly a modern marvel.
  • In late February 2023, work will begin on Islamorada to replace approximately four miles of the original transmission main that's 60 years old.
  • The old 30-inch ductile water main will be replaced with a new cathodically protected 36-inch steel pipe.
  • The FKAA plans to apply for additional grants to help fund future upgrades to the 130-mile system.

Celebrities in Cannabis Reflect a Modern Era of Marketing

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Wednesday, January 11, 2023
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LOS ANGELES, Jan. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Celebrity endorsements are a hallmark of modern marketing. Using a big name to promote a brand can help businesses reach untapped audiences and foster an identity that consumers will recognize and relate to. Celebrity spokespeople have come to cannabis as well, helping young brands blast off in the midst of a competitive market. No matter an individual's opinion on celebrity endorsements, it is certain they allow brands to make a splash. Top celebrity brands leverage fame and quality cannabis to win over consumers and fight to become the dominant name on the market.

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  • Top celebrity brands leverage fame and quality cannabis to win over consumers and fight to become the dominant name on the market.
  • Many celebrities have entered the ring for cannabis endorsements, including Justin Bieber, Whoopi Goldberg, Jay-Z and many more.
  • Earned media and publicity are key in cannabis, and celebrities are sure to churn up news stories when they risk their standing to partner with a cannabis brand.
  • Whether spokespeople or the brains behind the products, celebrities in cannabis are changing the game and are here to stay."

Discussing Slavery in Classrooms -- #1 New York Times Bestselling Author's New Book Shows the Way

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Friday, December 30, 2022
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NEW YORK, Dec. 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- On January 3, 2023, Kwame Alexander, the #1 New York Times bestselling and award-winning author of The Crossover, The Door of No Return and The Undefeated, will kick off a national tour at Judy Blume's in Key West, Florida for An American Story, a bold children's picture book that explains American slavery through the voice of a teacher who is struggling to help her students understand its place in history.

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  • Kwame Alexander's An American Story releases Jan. 3 and will help educators and parents start the conversation.
  • "I wrote this book after a rather difficult parent-teacher conference back in my daughter's fourth grade school year," said Alexander, whose book The Crossover is a forthcoming Disney+ television series.
  • "An American Story is for all teachers and parents trying to find their voices, trying to share a lesson that we all find so difficult to discuss.
  • Dare Coulter (she/her) is an award-winning artist, muralist, and sculptor whose primary artistic objective is to create positive imagery of Black people and families.

Former Government Regulators Susan Evans and General Bentley Nettles Join GrayRobinson National Alcohol Beverage Practice

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Wednesday, October 5, 2022
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GrayRobinson today announced former Director of the U.S. Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureaus (TTB) Office of Industry and State Outreach Susan Evans and former Executive Director of the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission (TABC) Brigadier General (BVT) Bentley Nettles have joined the firms recognized National Alcohol Beverage Practice.

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  • GrayRobinson today announced former Director of the U.S. Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureaus (TTB) Office of Industry and State Outreach Susan Evans and former Executive Director of the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission (TABC) Brigadier General (BVT) Bentley Nettles have joined the firms recognized National Alcohol Beverage Practice.
  • We are pleased to announce Susan Evans and General Bentley Nettles have joined forces with our National Alcohol Beverage Practice to address the regulatory needs for our clients, said GrayRobinson Regulated Products Section Chair Richard Blau .
  • Ive long respected the attorneys and advisors at GrayRobinson, and Im thrilled to join the National Alcohol Beverage Team.
  • Im thrilled to have the opportunity to work with the nationally recognized alcohol beverage practice at GrayRobinson, said Nettles.

Curator Hotel & Resort Collection’s Member Hotels Announce Unique Autumn Travel Experiences

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Monday, September 26, 2022
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Curator Hotel & Resort Collection ("Curator"), with a collection of almost 90 hotels in the U.S., offers travelers a range of opportunities to enjoy the changing seasons.

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  • Curator Hotel & Resort Collection ("Curator"), with a collection of almost 90 hotels in the U.S., offers travelers a range of opportunities to enjoy the changing seasons.
  • This years TripAdvisors top spots for autumn travel list offers exciting newcomers and long-established favorites.
  • There are all types of travelers looking to make memories when planning a trip this fall, said Jennifer Barnwell, President of Curator Hotel & Resort Collection.
  • Curator Hotel & Resort Collection is a distinct collection of small brands and independent lifestyle hotels and resorts worldwide, founded by Pebblebrook Hotel Trust and a group of industry-leading hotel operators.

VNUE REPORTS SOUNDSTR ROLLOUT IS GOING WELL IN KEY WEST, OTHER LOCATIONS

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Thursday, September 8, 2022
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NEW YORK, Sept. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- VNUE, Inc. (OTC: VNUE) reported today that its main rollout of its Soundstr Music Recognition Technology platform, which kicked off recently in the beautiful and entertainment-packed island of Key West, is going exceptionally well. 

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  • NEW YORK, Sept. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- VNUE, Inc. (OTC: VNUE) reported today that its main rollout of its Soundstr Music Recognition Technology platform, which kicked off recently in the beautiful and entertainment-packed island of Key West, is going exceptionally well.
  • Some establishments even boast multiple "zones," or areas in which multiple Soundstr Pulse devices will be installed.
  • CEO Zach Bair said, "We are thrilled about the rate in which our Soundstr technology is being accepted and implemented into the Key West community.
  • The VNUE team is led by CEO and ChairmanZach Bair, a veteran music and tech entrepreneurand recording artist ( www.zachbairmusic.com ).