AMOB enhancements progressing

BRADENTON BEACH – The Anna Maria Oyster Bar (AMOB) is getting closer to completing several improvements sought for its Bradenton Beach Pier-based restaurant operations. On...

Christmas in July benefits underprivileged kids

BRADENTON BEACH – The Anna Maria Island Privateers and the Drift In raised $2,350 during Saturday’s annual Christmas in July fundraiser. Saturday evening’s fundraising efforts...

County water taxis arrive

ANNA MARIA – Manatee County’s two newly-built water taxis have arrived and negotiations continue between the county and the city of Anna Maria regarding...

City hopes to incentivize permanent residents

ANNA MARIA – City officials are exploring the possibility of using grants and other incentives to attract and retain full-time residents. City Commissioner Charlie Salem...

Marina appeals Hunters Point dock ruling

CORTEZ – The Cortez Village Marina ownership group is appealing a recent Southwest Florida Water Management District (SWFWMD) governing board ruling that permits the...

Joe Hendricks

Correspondent Joe Hendricks covers Anna Maria and Bradenton Beach. Email