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Where are the downsizers?

Jun 20, 2021 – Louise Bolger
June 5, 2021
By Jason Schaffer
AMI Concierge Services allows visitors to spend more time relaxing

AMI Concierge Services allows visitors to spend more time relaxing

ANNA MARIA – A new business in the heart of Gulf Drive in Anna Maria is helping Island visitors spend less time booking activities and more time enjoying their vacation. Whether it’s a family that…
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May 30, 2021
By Jason Schaffer

Business card exchange offers networking opportunities

CORTEZ – The Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce held its latest business card exchange last week at Slicker’s Eatery in Cortez. The exchange is a great way for Chamber members and future members t…
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May 29, 2021
By Jason Schaffer
Travel + Leisure shows love for Anna Maria Island

Travel + Leisure shows love for Anna Maria Island

ANNA MARIA ISLAND – Although Anna Maria Island is comprised of three cities – Anna Maria, Holmes Beach and Bradenton Beach – Travel + Leisure recently bestowed the entire Island with the number 2 spo…
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May 29, 2021
By Louise Bolger
Castles in the Sand

It’s worth the stretch

A very wise real estate broker I was fortunate to meet more than 40 years ago not only got me interested in selling real estate, but also gave me great advice about buying as much house as you can po…
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May 24, 2021
By Jason Schaffer

Record crowds predicted for Memorial Day

BRADENTON BEACH – With COVID-19 restrictions being lifted, flights back to 100% capacity, people vaccinated and school coming to an end, Anna Maria Island could potentially see a record number of vis…
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May 23, 2021
By Jason Schaffer

Lack of workers putting stress on Island businesses

ANNA MARIA ISLAND – As you browse the shops, dine in the restaurants and check into the resorts of Anna Maria Island, you may notice what’s becoming a familiar sight not just on the Island, but in ci…
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May 23, 2021
By Louise Bolger
Castles in the Sand

Crazy rich homeowners

We’re in the “careful what you wish for” zone, not just Floridians, but every homeowner across the country. Prices are up, inventory is low and a lot of potential buyers are really unhappy; where wil…
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May 16, 2021
By Louise Bolger
Castles in the Sand

The never-ending saga of Florida insurance

Like a bad soap opera, the Florida insurance storyline keeps repeating itself. This time it’s not even flood insurance, which I touched on two weeks ago; it’s your regular homeowner’s insurance that…
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May 14, 2021
By Jason Schaffer

Alcohol-to-go one of many wins for restaurant, lodging industries

TALLAHASSEE – The Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (FRLA) has released its legislative summary report highlighting bills that were passed and signed into law during the 2021 Florida legisla…
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May 10, 2021
By Jason Schaffer

Influencers, national media descend on AMI in tourism campaign

ANNA MARIA ISLAND – After a year of quarantine, visitors are beginning to once again plan vacations. With tourism being so vital to the economic well-being of Anna Maria Island and Manatee County in…
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April 9, 2025
11:45 am

The Off-Stage Ladies of the Island Players, April luncheon meeting