Top Stories this week: Wednesday, Jan. 25, 2006 Rubble Demolition of Anna Maria Elementary School's former building began Jan. 16 and, according to Principal Kathy Hayes, is progressing smoothly. The rumble of bulldozers is surprisingly muffled by the new soundproof building and staff on the bayside of the building note that they can't hear the work crews at all from inside their classrooms. Up next, the installation of the covered pavilion and new playground equipment. Islander Photo: Bonner Joy Anna Maria commission has heavy agenda tomorrow By Rick Catlin. Islander Reporter The Anna Maria City Commission may be in for some overtime at its Jan. 26 regular meeting. Full Story... Condo project negotiations: Maybe, maybe not By Paul Roat. Islander Reporter Negotiations? Or maybe just forget it and pay the fees all over again. Full Story... 'Vampire Biker Babes' filming OK'd for Bradenton Beach By Paul Roat. Islander Reporter An Island film producer plans to begin filming a feature movie including Island scenes later this year. Full Story... Holmes Beach gains convicted sex offender After being free of any resident convicted sex offenders for the past eight months, Holmes Beach now has a convicted sex offender living within the city. Full Story... St. Bernard observing its 50th anniversary By Jim Hanson. Islander Reporter St. Bernard Roman Catholic Church is celebrating 50 years on Anna Maria Island, with a parishioners’ festival planned for the weekend. Full Story...