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August 14, 2018
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Manatee County works to clean impacts from red tide

Manatee County Commissioners today discussed how the county can assist private homeowners to clear waterways, inlets and canals of sea life killed by the red tide outbreak. Manatee County does not…
August 7, 2018
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Dr. Norman reflects on the past, plans for the future

Dr. John Norman and his staff are preparing to say goodbye as they ready to close the dental practice that has been at its present Gulf Drive location for 42 years. “It doesn’t feel real yet,” den…
July 31, 2018
By SUN contributor
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Holmes Beach passes maximum millage rate

HOLMES BEACH – Property owners won’t receive a shock when they receive trim notices the third week in August, but they will see a slight increase in property taxes. Commissioners voted unanimously…
July 31, 2018
By SUN contributor
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Residential bike path on commission agenda

HOLMES BEACH – Commissioners are ready to discuss some bike and pedestrian path improvements at their Aug. 16 meeting, however, the discussion on where new and widened paths are going is still on hol…
July 24, 2018
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WMFR merger just talk for now

BRADENTON – There’s been a lot of talk about a proposed merger between West Manatee, Southern Manatee, and Cedar Hammock fire districts, but, until Cedar Hammock’s leadership commits to a feasibility…
July 17, 2018
By SUN contributor
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City Field could get big makeover

HOLMES BEACH – The budget process is underway in Holmes Beach, and one thing for commissioners to consider is the possibility of a complete renovation at the city field park complex, located next to…
July 17, 2018
By SUN contributor
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Holmes Beach leaders talk new fiscal year budget

HOLMES BEACH – After two public budget discussions, the city’s proposed 2018-19 budget will be going before commissioners for a public hearing and a vote after a few modifications are made. City T…
July 17, 2018
By SUN contributor
Kim Rash

Rash remains in commission race

HOLMES BEACH – Two City Commission seats are up for grabs in the November election and resident Kim Rash is still in the running for one of them. Rash’s candidacy came into question when fellow Ho…
July 11, 2018
By SUN contributor
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Vacancies open on TDC

Applications are being accepted for three openings on the Manatee County Tourist Development Council (TDC). The TDC is comprised of nine members who make recommendations to the Board of County Com…
July 3, 2018
By SUN contributor
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Commissioners consider city manager recommendation

HOLMES BEACH – Ad Hoc Committee members recommending a city manager form of government wasn’t a surprise to nearly three dozen community members and city commissioners. Committee members David Che…
July 3, 2018
By SUN contributor
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Meet your mayoral candidates

HOLMES BEACH – With current Mayor Bob Johnson not running for a third term on the Holmes Beach City Commission, voters will choose either Commissioner Judy Titsworth or political newcomer Joshua Linn…
June 29, 2018
By SUN contributor

Speaking for the silent

Lately it seems that a challenge is issued every few days against the media. Someone is always trying to silence our voices, the voices that our country’s Constitution is supposed to protect. Challen…
June 29, 2018
By SUN contributor
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Help manatees; boat safely

The 4th of July is a busy boating holiday with Florida’s waterways beckoning in-state and out-of-state boaters to enjoy its many charms, including manatees. Save the Manatee Club urges residents a…
June 29, 2018
By SUN contributor
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Burglary in Holmes Beach

HOLMES BEACH – The suspect in a Thursday afternoon burglary is still at large, according to Holmes Beach Police Chief Bill Tokajer. Police are searching for a white male seen around 2 p.m. June 28…
June 26, 2018
By SUN contributor
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Olympic athlete now Island business owner

ANNA MARIA – It’s been a wild ride for Island business owner Brenda Canning as her athletic pursuits sent her all over the world before she landed on Anna Maria Island. A Massachusetts native, Can…

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