Tops in Top Notch

Congratulations to Bill Shafer of Anna Maria, who wins the grand prize of $100 from The Islander and gift certificates from Islander advertisers. The judging was by Islander staff, with nods to all the finalists in the annual contest. Next, look for honorable mentions.

‘Life is good’ For “Luna the Silly Cat,” seated on Tim Martsolf’s shoulder, “life is good” — and nine lives are great. Terry Martsolf wins The Islander’s Top Notch Pet Photo Contest with this image, shot in January at her home in Seminole. Luna is one of three rescue cats in the household, all adopted on Tim Martsolf’s 60th birthday. The photographer wins a shopping bonanza, a $50 gift certificate to Pet’s Life Naturally in Palmetto. “Meow, meow....”