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Joe Hendricks

Joe Hendricks

February 11, 2017
Joe Hendricks is the editor of the Anna Maria Island Sun. As a Sun reporter, Joe primarily covers the cities of Anna Maria and Holmes Beach, including those two city governments. He also covers Island-related matters at the county and state levels, breaking Island news, events and entertainment and more.
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May 6, 2025
By Joe Hendricks
Kansas, The Outlaws bring classic rock joy to Palmetto

Kansas, The Outlaws bring classic rock joy to Palmetto

PALMETTO – The current members of Kansas and The Outlaws did their predecessors proud during the stellar concert they performed at the Bradenton Area Convention Center on May 2. Having both surpasse…
May 6, 2025
By Joe Hendricks
Ferry landing requires city commission approval

Ferry landing requires city commission approval

ANNA MARIA – When discussing three conceptual scenarios for a Manatee County-funded Gulf Islands Ferry stop in Anna Maria, Mayor Mark Short said city commission approval is needed for any ferry landi…
May 6, 2025
By Joe Hendricks
Professional Municipal Clerks Week honors city clerks

AMI city clerks honored during Professional Municipal Clerks Week

ANNA MARIA ISLAND – The annual proclamation of Professional Municipal Clerks Week is a reminder of the important roles city clerks and their staffs play in the operation of a city government. The 56…
May 2, 2025
By Joe Hendricks
Mayor proclaims National Safe Boating Week

Mayor proclaims National Safe Boating Week

ANNA MARIA – At the request of Anna Maria Island Sail & Power Squadron Commander Matt Kuber and Past Commander and Anna Maria resident David Haddox, Mayor Mark Short proclaimed May 17-23 as Natio…
April 24, 2025
By Joe Hendricks
Anna Maria issuing new re-entry passes

Anna Maria issuing new re-entry passes

ANNA MARIA – The city of Anna Maria is issuing new, bright yellow “State of Emergency” re-entry passes to Anna Maria property owners and business owners. One side of the new pass says, “In the event…
April 22, 2025
By Joe Hendricks
Huibers leaving Clean Water Committee

Huibers leaving Clean Water Committee

HOLMES BEACH – Clean Water Ad Hoc Committee founding member and longtime Chair Ron Huibers is leaving the committee after its May 14 meeting. In January, Huibers relinquished the chair’s position an…
April 21, 2025
By Joe Hendricks
Kansas carrying on musical legacy in Palmetto

Kansas carrying on musical legacy in Palmetto

PALMETTO – The classically-influenced progressive rock band Kansas is coming to the Braden­ton Area Convention Center and they’re bringing The Outlaws with them. The Friday, May 2 Kansas/Outlaws con…
April 21, 2025
By Joe Hendricks
Water main replacement continues in Holmes Beach

Water main replacement continues in Holmes Beach

HOLMES BEACH – In response to questions raised by residents and city commis­sioners, Holmes Beach Public Works Director Sage Ka­miya addressed the ongoing Manatee County water main replacement projec…
April 21, 2025
By Joe Hendricks
Sail & Power Squadron identifies missing waterway markers

Sail & Power Squadron identifies missing waterway markers

ANNA MARIA – City resident and Anna Maria Island Sail & Power Squadron member David Haddox helped the city determine which buoys and waterway markers remain in place, which markers are missing as…
April 14, 2025
By Joe Hendricks
Commission not waiving fine for non-permitted repairs

Commission not waiving fine for non-permitted repairs

ANNA MARIA – City commis­sioners rejected homeowner Dena Dalquist’s request to waive $1,614 in building permit fees that included a $1,076 triple penalty for home repairs made without a permit. A st…
April 14, 2025
By Joe Hendricks
Mayor unveils new city flag

Mayor unveils new Holmes Beach city flag

HOLMES BEACH – In honor of the city’s 75th anniversary, Mayor Judy Titsworth and Digital and Media Strategist Matt McDonough created the new sea turtle-themed city flag that now proudly flies over ci…
April 14, 2025
By Joe Hendricks
Officials address Key Royale Drive parking, speeding

Officials address Key Royale Drive parking, speeding

HOLMES BEACH – Homeowners and city officials believe they have found a solution to the Key Royale Drive parking issues that will not require the clearing of city-owned right of ways or the relocation…
April 14, 2025
By Joe Hendricks
City officials discuss Gloria Dei purchase

City officials discuss buying Gloria Dei property

HOLMES BEACH – Mayor Judy Titsworth and city staff members toured the vacant Gloria Dei Lutheran Church building on April 8 as part of the city’s ongoing efforts the buy the church building and prope…
April 14, 2025
By Joe Hendricks
Kiwanis Club hosting Easter Sunrise Service

Kiwanis Club hosting Easter Sunrise Service

HOLMES BEACH – The Kiwanis Club of Anna Maria Island will celebrate its 60th annual Easter Sunrise Service on Sunday, April 20. The 6:30 a.m. service will be held at Manatee Beach, 4000 Gulf Drive…
April 14, 2025
By Joe Hendricks
AMI Chamber awards academic scholarships

AMI Chamber awards academic scholarships

HOLMES BEACH – The Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce recently presented $1,000 scholarships to three outstanding Manatee County students: Gracie Jean-Charles, Torianne Hurst and Callaway Johnson…