Mangroves removed before protective barrier installed

ANNA MARIA – More than three weeks after the removal of mangroves at 111 Gull Drive, a required protective water barrier was placed at...

Person of the Year: John Stevely a force for nature

CORTEZ - Habitat preservation is thriving in Cortez due in large part to the commitment of the late John Stevely. A founding member of the...

Year in review: Environment

MANGROVE VIOLATIONS In January, the Florida Department of Environmental Protection levied an $8,500 fine for improper mangrove trimming and debris removal activities that occurred at...

Year in Review: Cortez

CORTEZ COMMERCIAL FISHING FESTIVAL CELEBRATES VILLAGE The 41st Annual Cortez Commercial Fishing Festival took place on Feb. 18-19 in the historic fishing village. The festival,...

Year in Review: Bradenton Beach

BRADENTON BEACH – The Pines Trailer Park and Bradenton Beach Marina sales and the approved hotel/restaurant/retail project on Bridge Street and Gulf Drive made...

Leslie Lake

Sun correspondent Leslie Lake covers the environment and Cortez. Email