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County administrator seeks favor from mayor

Jul 27, 2024 – Joe Hendricks
July 15, 2024
By Leslie Lake
Piney Point stormwater to be discharged into Tampa Bay

Settlement reached in Piney Point litigation

PALMETTO – Prompted by a 2021 lawsuit by multiple conservation groups, the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) has agreed to allow more oversight of discharges from the Piney Point…
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July 15, 2024
By Joe Hendricks
Pedicini consulting for Satcher, Van Ostenbridge, Turner

Pedicini consulting for Satcher, Van Ostenbridge, Turner

MANATEE COUNTY – During a recent Supervisor of Elections debate, candidate James Satcher refused to acknowledge he’s us­ing Anthony Pedicini as his political consultant. Manatee County Commission…
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July 8, 2024
By SUN contributor
Fans say goodbye to treehouse

Fans say goodbye to treehouse

HOLMES BEACH – The treehouse had its last holiday over the July Fourth weekend. Owner Lynn Tran opened the property at Angelinos Sea Lodge to fans of the structure to allow them a chance to take pho…
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July 8, 2024
By Joe Hendricks
Candidates Farrington, Satcher answer voter questions

Candidates Farrington, Satcher answer voter questions

MANATEE COUNTY – Manatee County Supervisor of Elections candidates Scott Farrington and James Satcher squared off in a June 19 debate hosted by the Lakewood Ranch Republican Club. After the debate, b…
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July 8, 2024
By Leslie Lake

Turtle nesting record broken

ANNA MARIA ISLAND – A 42-year record for sea turtle nests was shattered on July 2 when Anna Maria Island Turtle Watch and Shorebird Monitoring volunteers counted 2024’s 546th nest, exceeding the 2019…
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July 8, 2024
By Joe Hendricks
Mike LaPensee leaves a lasting legacy

Mike LaPensee leaves a lasting legacy

ANNA MARIA ISLAND – LaPensee Plumbing, Pools and Air co-founder, LaPensee family patriarch and beloved community member Mike LaPensee passed away on June 22. He was 79. A celebration of life will…
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July 4, 2024
By Sun staff
July 1, 2024
By Joe Hendricks
Mayor proposes reduced millage rate

Mayor proposes reduced millage rate

ANNA MARIA – Mayor Dan Murphy proposes lowering Anna Maria’s current 2.05 millage rate to the 1.8245 rollback rate, or lower. The rollback rate is the rate needed to generate the same ad valorem p…
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July 1, 2024
By SUN contributor
Treehouse owners prep for demolition

Treehouse owners prep for demolition

HOLMES BEACH – The bells are tolling their last for the beachfront treehouse at Angelinos Sea Lodge as an attorney for the owners has confirmed in court that the structure will be demolished by the e…
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July 1, 2024
By Jason Schaffer
AMI prepares for another crowded, extended holiday

AMI prepares for another crowded, extended holiday

ANNA MARIA ISLAND – As Americans wish the United States a happy 248th birthday, many people will choose to celebrate on the Island, hitting the beaches, shops, restaurants and bars with enthusiastic…
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