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Heritage Day celebrates Anna Maria’s past
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Heritage Day celebrates Anna Maria’s past

Mar 21, 2022 – Joe Hendricks
March 14, 2022
By SUN contributor
Stepping out in style

Stepping out in style

ANNA MARIA – Showing off their head-to-toe outfits from the Roser Guild Thrift Shop, models displayed just a few of the possibilities for having a stellar fashion closet without designer prices durin…
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March 13, 2022
By SUN contributor
City registration coming for golf cart owners

Golf cart regulations considered

HOLMES BEACH – Commissioners are trying to figure out a way to regulate golf carts, but they’re split on how to enact regulations without penalizing residents. At a March 8 work session, Holmes Be…
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March 13, 2022
By SUN contributor

Commissioners plan next steps with county

HOLMES BEACH – In the aftermath of a joint meeting with Manatee County commissioners, Holmes Beach city leaders are trying to figure out their next steps toward building a better relationship with co…
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March 13, 2022
By Joe Hendricks
Final vote pending on proposed clam, seagrass projects

Final vote pending on proposed clam, seagrass projects

ANNA MARIA – A final city commission vote on a $50,000 funding request for proposed clam and seagrass restoration projects is expected on Thursday, March 24. During the Anna Maria City Commission’…
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March 11, 2022
By Joe Hendricks
Historical Society hosting Heritage Day celebration on Tuesday

Historical Society hosting Heritage Day celebration Tuesday

ANNA MARIA – The Anna Maria Island Historical Society is hosting its annual Heritage Day celebration on Tuesday, March 15 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Historical Museum at 402 Pine Ave. Free tours…
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March 11, 2022
By Joe Hendricks
Island resident arrested for allegedly damaging trolley bus

Island resident arrested for allegedly damaging trolley bus

ANNA MARIA – Holmes Beach resident Cash John Nichols, 27, has been arrested and charged with criminal mischief after being denied a ride on one of the free trolleys that serve Anna Maria Island…
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March 10, 2022
By Joe Hendricks
Bradenton Beach considering towing standards and maximum fees

Bradenton Beach considering towing standards, maximum fees

BRADENTON BEACH – City officials are concerned about the towing practices being used by a Bradenton-based towing company. City Attorney Ricinda Perry initiated the towing concern discussion during…
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March 7, 2022
By Joe Hendricks
AMI Moose Lodge welcomes distinguished visitor

AMI Moose Lodge welcomes distinguished visitor

BRADENTON BEACH – Moose International Board of Directors Chairman Paul Curtis visited Anna Maria Island Moose Lodge #2188 Thursday afternoon and evening. Accompanied by his wife Bonnie, Curtis sto…
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March 7, 2022
By SUN contributor
All roads lead to parking

All roads lead to parking

MANATEE COUNTY – Despite having 12 items on the agenda for a joint meeting, the recent discussion between Holmes Beach and Manatee County commissioners kept coming back to one contentious topic – bea…
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March 7, 2022
By SUN contributor
No solutions found to parking issues

No solutions found to parking issues

MANATEE COUNTY – After a joint meeting between Manatee County commissioners and Holmes Beach city leaders didn’t satisfy either side regarding beach parking, the discussion continued by email. Aft…
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Upcoming Events

April 9, 2025
11:45 am

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