Tarpon fever – the annual epidemic reaches Anna Maria Island - Read this weeks Fishing News from Anna Maria Island, Florida ...

Holmes Beach will have a new mayor before the year’s end. Mayor Judy Titsworth told The Islander May 21 that she will not ...

Last week’s question Got Memorial Day plans? No. 57% Yes. 27% Not yet. 10% Does work count? 7% Total Voters:60 To suggest a poll question, email ...

Bradenton Beach Commissioner Ralph Cole will not seek reelection after 10 years at the dais. Cole made the announcement May 21, during a city meeting, saying he wanted to give people time to consider ...

The regular season of the adult soccer league at the Center of Anna Maria Island, 407 Magnolia Ave., Anna Maria, has rolled ...

While adult beverages are available at many island venues, guests do not need to be drinking-age to listen to live music. A few venues are situated on the beach and the whole family is welcome. People ...

The National Weather Service for the Tampa Bay area identifies our rainy season as May 25-Oct. 10. Meanwhile, the Atlantic hurricane season runs June 1-Nov. 30. Both seasons coincide with sea turtle ...

Voter registration deadline for 2026 primaries, Monday, July 20. Primary election, Tuesday, Aug. 18. General election, Tuesday, Nov. 3.

Manatee County is taking applications for two seats on its tourist development council, with applications open through June 1. The TDC is a nine-member volunteer board that advises the board of county ...

SCHWINN TRAILWAY MEN’S bike: Aluminum frame and wheels, $100. Three complete fluorescent fixtures, covers and bulbs, $55. Call Bill at 724-986-0314. BLACK AND RED roll suitcases, $20 each, black ...