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Tree house closer to demolition
Community News, Holmes Beach

Tree house closer to demolition

Jan 24, 2023 – SUN contributor
January 23, 2023
By Jason Schaffer
Lock the car

Lock the car

BRADENTON BEACH – For the most part, Anna Maria Island is a pretty safe place to visit, according to local police statistics. Violent crimes are low, and most serious crimes involving bodi…
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January 17, 2023
By Joe Hendricks
‘Safety’ pilings placed in Hunters Point canal

Pilings placed in Hunters Point canal

CORTEZ – Seven new wooden pilings have been placed in the privately-owned Hunters Point canal near the canal-side entrance to the Cortez Village Marina. Installed last week, the pilings ha…
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January 17, 2023
By Jason Schaffer
34216 zip code named second most expensive in Florida

34216 zip code named second most expensive in Florida

ANNA MARIA – The city at the north end of Anna Maria Island is known for its white sand beaches, high-quality dining and shopping, cultural events and charming homes, but a Jan. 13 article in…
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January 17, 2023
By SUN contributor
State representatives suggest eliminating Island cities

State representatives suggest eliminating Island cities

MANATEE COUNTY – Members of the local state legislative delegation are making plans to permanently change the face of Anna Maria Island, beginning with a parking garage and potentially ending…
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January 17, 2023
By Joe Hendricks
Oyster Bar plans enhancements for it's pier location

Oyster Bar proposes enhancements at pier location

BRADENTON BEACH – The Anna Maria Oyster Bar (AMOB) wants to enhance and expand its operations at and around the Bradenton Beach Pier. The desired enhancements include alcohol consumption b…
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January 17, 2023
By Joe Hendricks
Sewer project in Bradenton Beach will impact residents, visitors and traffic

Sewer project in Bradenton Beach will impact residents, visitors and traffic

BRADENTON BEACH – Manatee County’s sewer rehabilitation project will begin soon along the west side of Gulf Drive South. The county project is expected to impact traffic and parking along Gulf Drive…
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January 17, 2023
By Leslie Lake
Suzi Fox honored at celebration of life

Suzi Fox honored at celebration of life

ANNA MARIA ISLAND – At the celebration of Suzi Fox’s life, local dignitaries, family and friends painted a picture of a dedicated advocate for Island turtles, a fun-loving and funny friend, a…
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January 10, 2023
By Joe Hendricks
Whitmore

Whitmore accepts new role with Help to Home

MANATEE COUNTY – Holmes Beach resident and former Manatee County Commissioner Carol Whitmore is the new development administrator for Help to Home, Inc. The non-profit organization seeks to provid…
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January 10, 2023
By Joe Hendricks
Deputy helps save Sergeant’s life

Deputy helps save sergeant’s life

ANNA MARIA – Sgt. Brett Getman is recovering from a heart attack he suffered while on duty on Dec. 19 and he credits Deputy Jared Leggett and others for saving his life. Getman has led the…
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January 10, 2023
By Joe Hendricks
Cortez Bridge meeting scheduled

Cortez Bridge meeting scheduled

CORTEZ – The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) will host a public information meeting for the pending Cortez Road bridge replacement project. FDOT’s in-person presentation is scheduled o…
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April 9, 2025
11:45 am

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