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Brian Blaine lived, loved until the end

Aug 19, 2024 – Joe Hendricks
July 15, 2024
By Joe Hendricks
AMI community ‘rises up’ for River

AMI community ‘rises up’ for River

ANNA MARIA – The Anna Maria Island commu­nity is coming out in sup­port of Mackenzie Morgan, Jonathan Anasis, their 3 1/2-month-old son, River Anasis, and their young daughter, Vayda Anasis. On Ju…
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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 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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June 25, 2024
By Jason Schaffer
Privateers award annual scholarships

Privateers award annual scholarships

BRADENTON – The Anna Maria Island Privateers awarded 14 scholarships at LECOM Park before the June 21 Bradenton Marauders baseball game against the Lakeland Flying Tigers. The Privateers, a 501(c)(3…
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June 19, 2024
By Jason Schaffer
TDC recommends $75,000 for ferry marketing

TDC recommends $75,000 for ferry marketing

ANNA MARIA – During the Manatee County Tourist Development Council’s (TDC) June 10 meeting at The Center of Anna Maria Island, TDC members supported more marketing efforts for the Gulf Island Ferry…
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June 17, 2024
By Joe Hendricks
Judge suspends Form 6 disclosure requirements

Judge suspends Form 6 disclosure requirements

FLORIDA – U.S. District Court Judge Melissa Damian has issued a temporary injunction that suspends the Form 6 financial disclosure requirements imposed on Florida mayors and city commission members e…
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June 4, 2024
By Leslie Lake

Jewfish Key withdraws application to be removed from LBK

LONGBOAT KEY – The Jewfish Key Preservation Association has withdrawn its application to be removed from the jurisdiction of the Town of Longboat Key. Attorney Aaron Thomas of the Najmy Thompson law…
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May 28, 2024
By Jason Schaffer
AME welcomes new principal

AME welcomes new principal

HOLMES BEACH – Anna Maria Elementary School (AME) Principal Mike Masiello announced his retirement earlier this month, and Willis Elementary School Assistant Principal Katie Fradley has accepted the…
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May 28, 2024
By Leslie Lake

Longboat Key considers joint regulation of mangroves with AMI cities

LONGBOAT KEY – With an eye toward teaming up with the three Anna Maria Island cities to obtain Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) authorization to regulate mangroves, the Longboat…
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May 21, 2024
By Jason Schaffer
Tips for a great Memorial Day weekend on AMI

Tips for a great Memorial Day weekend on AMI

ANNA MARIA ISLAND – With less than a week until the busy Memorial Day weekend, the Island is bracing for the good and the frustration that comes with major holidays. This year’s busy spring break sea…
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Upcoming Events

April 9, 2025
11:45 am

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