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County commissioners to vote on wetland buffers
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County commissioners to vote on wetland buffers

Oct 3, 2023 – Rusty Chinnis
September 22, 2023
By Sun staff

Beach report

Are you worried about algae blooms and other water quality issues? Check out these links to see the latest information on local water testing and water quality.   Beach water quality  …
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September 19, 2023
By Leslie Lake
Idalia erodes Island beaches

Idalia erodes Island beaches

ANNA MARIA ISLAND – Hurricane Idalia’s storm surge eroded the Island’s renourished beaches, but the full extent of the damage and when it will be repaired is not yet known. “It could be months befor…
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September 19, 2023
By Leslie Lake
Investigation continues into SeaPort Manatee oil spill

Investigation continues into SeaPort Manatee oil spill

ANNA MARIA ISLAND – Hurricane Idalia’s storm surge eroded the Island’s renourished beaches, but the full extent of the damage and when it will be repaired is not yet known. “It could be months befor…
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September 19, 2023
By Rusty Chinnis

Suncoast Waterkeeper to host ‘Value of Wetlands’ panel

Development and the environment can be compatible. While I know that might seem like an antithetical statement, when greed and power don’t cloud the big picture, it becomes obvious that sustainable g…
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September 18, 2023
By Leslie Lake
Flamingos flock to Florida during hurricane

Flamingos flock to Florida during hurricane

TAMPA BAY – Hurricane Idalia’s Category 3 landfall in late August brought rain, wind and – surprisingly – flamingos to Florida. American flamingos were commonly seen in Florida until about 1900 unti…
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September 17, 2023
By Leslie Lake
FISH board sees aerial video of preserve

FISH board sees aerial video of preserve

CORTEZ – As the improvements to the FISH (Florida Institute for Saltwater Heritage) Preserve are progressing, a discussion about the environment was fitting at the monthly FISH board meeting. The 98…
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September 12, 2023
By Leslie Lake

Oil spill investigation, cleanup continues at SeaPort Manatee

PALMETTO – The U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) continues to investigate the source of an Aug. 31 oil spill at SeaPort Manatee. As of Sept. 8, the Coast Guard reported about 19,000 gallons of an oil/water mi…
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September 11, 2023
By Rusty Chinnis

Reel Time: Opposition mounts against wetlands reduction

When the Manatee County Board of Commissioners voted 6-1 (Commissioner George Kruse voted no) to reduce wetland buffers in the county, the audience at the meeting reacted with an audible burst of ang…
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September 4, 2023
By Rusty Chinnis

Reel Time: Exploring FWC’s School Fishing Club Program

Now that the new school year is in session, it is time to register for the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission’s (FWC) 2023-24 School Fishing Club Program! This annual educational pro…
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September 1, 2023
By Sun staff

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April 9, 2025
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The Off-Stage Ladies of the Island Players, April luncheon meeting