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Tuesday, March 24th, 2020

 

Key West is empty. No tourists, no bars — and no income for struggling workers

This time of year is normally peak season for Key West’s Duval Street with tourists. Missing today is the big bucks for booze, food and tips because of the current pandemic. The coronavirus pandemic has changed the the Southernmost City with no tourists and no one knows when they will be allowed back. This is devastating for an island that runs on visitors. Many hospitality workers have been laid off. Schools are closed. Child-care centers are limited. Meanwhile, rent is due April 1. The number of coronavirus cases in FloridaRead More