Top Stories - This Week: Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2003   Filled with love "Once you see those children's faces, you can't help but go back," he said. "You can't help but love them." The church built by Earl Mowry and others from Anna Maria Island with help from the Haitians fills for services before it's completed. Mowry with some of his gifts. The helpers, young and old. Islander needs help for Haiti hope By Jim Hanson. Islander Reporter "To whom much is given, much is required" is Earl Mowry's byword, and he has given and given for it. Now he needs help so he can give more. Full Story... Tweaking the proposal By Rick Catlin. Islander Reporter Commissioner Miller's proposed parking solution, which some commissioners grudgingly agreed has some merit, needs some tweaking and presentation, Miller himself said. Full Story... 'New' Tip closed, former owners may return By Rick Catlin. Islander Reporter The controversial Tip of the Island pub in Anna Maria closed it doors earlier this week, just seven months after new owners had promised a fresh beginning to end complaints from nearby residents about parking, loud noise and littering. Full Story... Curbside recycling coming to Bradenton Beach - eventually By Paul Roat. Islander Reporter Curbside recycling could be coming to households in Bradenton Beach by the end of next month. Full Story... Second time the charm for Taylor height variance By Rick Catlin. Islander Reporter The old adage, "If at first you don't succeed, try again," worked for Robert Taylor in his quest to get an after-the-fact height variance of 3.5 feet for his remodeled Key Royale house in Holmes Beach. Full Story... Holmes Beach commission agrees with Davis plan By Rick Catlin. Islander Reporter Two things appear certain in the on-going effort by Holmes Beach resident Frank Davis to build a four-plex on his property at 5622 Marina Drive. Full Story...

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