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Anna Maria

City seeks proposals for potential City Pier building wall removals

Opened in 2020, the larger City Pier building is currently a four-walled, fully enclosed structure. – Joe Hendricks | Sun

Commission considers removing walls from City Pier building

The pier building previously occupied by Mote Marine is currently fully enclosed. – Joe Hendricks | Sun

City creates bus stop for Anna Maria Elementary student

Vivian Rose Geller likes her new bus stop in Anna Maria. – Colleen Geller | Submitted

    Bradenton Beach

    Tingley Memorial Library options discussed

    Tingley Memorial Library repairs and options were discussed by CRA members and city staff. – Leslie Lake | Sun

    County providing additional funding for pier repairs, ferry enhancements

    The floating dock provides short-term dockage for many types of boats, including the Gulf Islands Ferry boats. – Leslie Lake | Sun

    City rejects Pines Trailer Park lot split application, expects new development plans

    The Pines Trailer Park owners applied for a lot split for the 86-unit mobile home park property. – Leslie Lake | Sun

      Holmes Beach

      City celebrates city clerk’s retirement

      Holmes Beach Administrative Assistant Kim Migaiola, Holmes Beach Deputy City Clerk Michelle Lowe, incoming Holmes Beach City Clerk Marina Hovious, retiring Holmes Beach City Clerk Stacey Johnston, Sanibel City Clerk Scotty Lynn Kelly, Dade City City Clerk Angie Guy and St. Leo Town Administrator and City Clerk Andrea Calvert gathered during Johnston’s final regular city commission meeting. – Joe Hendricks | Sun

      Scentral Park dog park improvements progressing

      Portions of the large and small dog areas remain open while the dog park is being resodded. – Joe Hendricks | Sun

      Commission approves Bungalow Beach Resort major development plan 

      Gayle Luper testified at the quasi-judicial hearing during which this architectural rendering was presented. – Leslie Lake | Sun

        Anna Maria Island

        Shorebird nesting season has begun on Anna Maria Island

        Least terns frequently mate on Anna Maria Island beaches. – Kathy Dodderidge | Submitted

        West Manatee Fire Rescue officals address special election results and costs

        West Manatee Fire and Rescue Station #3 is located in Holmes Beach and is currently the only active fire station on Anna Maria Island. – Joe Hendricks | Sun

        Voters reject West Manatee Fire and Rescue property tax request

          Manatee County

          DeSantis signs legislation that seeks to prevent proposed cruise port

          Gov. Ron DeSantis signed into law state legislation he and other state officials say will prevent a proposed cruise port in Manatee County. – The Florida Channel | Submitted

          West Manatee Fire Rescue officals address special election results and costs

          West Manatee Fire and Rescue Station #3 is located in Holmes Beach and is currently the only active fire station on Anna Maria Island. – Joe Hendricks | Sun
          Manatee County among plaintiffs in suit against state officials

          Manatee County among plaintiffs in suit against state officials

          Attorney Jamie Cole filed the SB 180 lawsuit on Sept. 29. – Submitted

            Cortez

            West Manatee Fire Rescue officals address special election results and costs

            West Manatee Fire and Rescue Station #3 is located in Holmes Beach and is currently the only active fire station on Anna Maria Island. – Joe Hendricks | Sun

            “It Takes a Village” initiative rolled out

            AP Bell Fish Company owner Karen Bell spoke about the commercial fishing industry. – Leslie Lake | Sun

            Commissioners consider park at Seafood Shack site

            The former Seafood Shack property is fenced pending a decision by Manatee County commissioners on its future use. – Leslie Lake | Sun

              West Manatee Fire Rescue

              Volunteers and firefighters safeguard Mount Vernon homes

              WMFR Firefighter/Paramedic Casey Fishback installed a smoke alarm, accompanied by American Red Cross representative Paige Eddens. – WMFR | Submitted
              Kwiatkowski named Florida Fire Marshal of the Year

              Kwiatkowski named Florida Fire Marshal of the Year

              Rodney Kwiatkowski was named the Florida Fire Marshal of the Year. – WMFR | Submitted
              Single-family home elevator systems have risks

              Single-family home elevator systems have risks

              West Manatee Fire Rescue responded to the accident scene. – WMFR | Submitted

                Schools

                Magic of Christmas at AME

                Anna Maria Elementary’s fifth-grade class performed “The Magic of Christmas” play last week before going on holiday break. – Anne Yarbrough | Sun
                Anna Maria Elementary speed zone cameras installed

                Anna Maria Elementary speed zone cameras installed

                Automated speed zone cameras were installed near Anna Maria Elementary. – Joe Hendricks | Sun
                Celebrating ‘The Magic of Christmas’

                Celebrating ‘The Magic of Christmas’

                The fifth-grade cast of “The Magic of Christmas” strikes a pose after receiving a standing ovation on Dec. 19 at The Center of Anna Maria Island. From left, back row, are Mrs. Stephanie Davis, Vincent Myers, Sam May, Stryder Petitt, Jase Moore, Gunnar Maize, Sawyer Leibfried, Kellan Oelfke, Colten DeBerry, Eastin Walker. From left, front row, are Kellan Reed, Leo Tyler, Jack Palmer, Roman Smith, Fabian Cianciarelli, Grayson Hinckle, Brandon Sato, Aria Thomas and Sofia Hendrickson. – Kristin Swain | Sun