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Anna Maria

Sea oats planted along Anna Maria shoreline

Thousands of sea oats were planted along the Anna Maria shoreline, between Magnolia and Palm avenues. – Joe Hendricks | Sun

City investigated treasurer’s credit card expenditures 

On March 27, 2025, Amber LaRowe, left, was sworn in as the new city clerk by then-city clerk and treasurer LeAnne Addy (Endres). – Carolyn Orshak | Submitted

Documents detail Anna Maria’s vehicle tracking activities

This Jeep is one of several vehicles owned by the city of Anna Maria. – Joe Hendricks | Sun

    Bradenton Beach

    Commissioner Cole not running again, Bear undecided

    Ward 3 Commissioner Ralph Cole is not running again. – Joe Hendricks | Sun

    Cosby transitioning from police chief to public works director

    Police Chief John Cosby, left, sat with City Clerk Terri Sanclemente, City Treasurer Shayne Thompson and Lt. Lenard Diaz during the May 21 discussion.

    Holmes Beach Mayor Judy Titsworth, Bradenton Beach Commissioner Ralph Cole not seeking reelection

    Holmes Beach Mayor Judy Titsworth will not seek reelection. – Joe Hendricks | Sun

      Holmes Beach

      Holmes Beach: A planned community 

      This tribute to Jack Holmes hangs inside the Holmes Beach City Commission chambers. – Joe Hendricks | Sun

      Holmes Beach Code Compliance Department honored

      Mayor Judy Titsworth joined Code Compliance Department members James Thomas, Sandy Olson, Jayson Clayton, Allyson Kalicharan and Nate Brown for a group photo after the proclamation was read. – Joe Hendricks | Sun

      Public works supervisor provides rainfall, flooding update

      Trolley passengers waded through ankle-deep water near the Island Branch Library to board the free trolley Thursday morning. – Joe Hendricks | Sun

        Anna Maria Island

        Driver towing boat cited for Memorial Day accident

        Manatee Avenue was partially blocked by the boat and trailer involved in the Memorial Day accident. – Ernie J Vanderwalt | Submitted

        Before the call comes in: Designate a ‘Water Watcher’

        A young mother received a Water Watcher badge from WMFR staff, reinforcing a simple but life-saving message: when children are near water, constant supervision matters. – WMFR | Submitted

        Puppy yoga wraps up AME fundraising season

        Puppies and Yoga brought puppy love to the AME fundraising efforts. – Submitted

          Manatee County

          Before the call comes in: Designate a ‘Water Watcher’

          A young mother received a Water Watcher badge from WMFR staff, reinforcing a simple but life-saving message: when children are near water, constant supervision matters. – WMFR | Submitted

          Sgt. Getman named Hundred Club’s officer of the year

          Sgt. Brett Getman is the Manatee Hundred Club’s officer of the year. – MCSO Submitted

          Rubber ducks still available for Lucky Ducky Race for Pace

          The annual fundraising duck race benefits female students who need academic assistance. – Pace | Submitted

            Cortez

            Be aware of new traffic signal on Cortez Road

            This recently installed traffic signal on Cortez Road is located near the curve in the road by the WMFR fire station and the Cortez Clam Factory. This view is from Cortez Road, looking east. – Leslie Lake | Sun

            Impaired driver who killed Sara Danielle Holmes sentenced to 25 years in prison

            This photo of Sara Danielle Holmes was displayed during the trial. – Bradenton Police | Submitted

            Hunters Point canal settlement reached with one defendant 

            Jacquelyn Shepard’s dock at 4223 126th Street West in Cortez, on the right, can remain in place according to the settlement agreement. – Joe Hendricks | Sun

              West Manatee Fire Rescue

              Firefighters train together to strengthen regional readiness

              Longboat Key Firemedic Joshua Moss (right) worked alongside partner crews during a vehicle extrication training scenario. – WMFR | Submitted

              Volunteers and firefighters safeguard Mount Vernon homes

              WMFR Firefighter/Paramedic Casey Fishback installed a smoke alarm, accompanied by American Red Cross representative Paige Eddens. – WMFR | Submitted
              Kwiatkowski named Florida Fire Marshal of the Year

              Kwiatkowski named Florida Fire Marshal of the Year

              Rodney Kwiatkowski was named the Florida Fire Marshal of the Year. – WMFR | Submitted

                Schools

                Magic of Christmas at AME

                Anna Maria Elementary’s fifth-grade class performed “The Magic of Christmas” play last week before going on holiday break. – Anne Yarbrough | Sun
                Anna Maria Elementary speed zone cameras installed

                Anna Maria Elementary speed zone cameras installed

                Automated speed zone cameras were installed near Anna Maria Elementary. – Joe Hendricks | Sun
                Celebrating ‘The Magic of Christmas’

                Celebrating ‘The Magic of Christmas’

                The fifth-grade cast of “The Magic of Christmas” strikes a pose after receiving a standing ovation on Dec. 19 at The Center of Anna Maria Island. From left, back row, are Mrs. Stephanie Davis, Vincent Myers, Sam May, Stryder Petitt, Jase Moore, Gunnar Maize, Sawyer Leibfried, Kellan Oelfke, Colten DeBerry, Eastin Walker. From left, front row, are Kellan Reed, Leo Tyler, Jack Palmer, Roman Smith, Fabian Cianciarelli, Grayson Hinckle, Brandon Sato, Aria Thomas and Sofia Hendrickson. – Kristin Swain | Sun