Tourist tax collection up, compared to prior year
Manatee County businesses that collect the tourist development tax brought in $1.64 million in February, according to information provided by […]
Obituaries – 04-18-2018
Rosemarie Kontra Rosemarie Kontra (nee, Jansky), 61, Holmes Beach, died April 7. She was born in Jersey City, New Jersey, […]
Outbreaks of spotted fever overtake island waters
Fishing around Anna Maria Island is causing anglers to see spots— and the spots are on the catch. The local […]
Streetlife – 04-18-2018
Anna Maria March 22, Rod & Reel Resort, 877 N. Shore Drive, theft. Three unsecured bicycles were stolen from a […]
Island real estate transactions – 04-18-2018
2802 Ave. E, Holmes Beach, a Gulffront home was sold 03/22/18, PADG 01 LLC to Stack for $4,468,500. 207 66th […]
Basketball playoff action tips off on center court
The youth basketball league playoffs at the Center of Anna Maria Island tipped off April 11 with a pair of […]
The Islander Classifieds: Wednesday, April 18, 2018
ITEMS FOR SALE SWIVEL RATTAN ROCKER and ottoman, Leader’s, excellent condition, $280. 941-779-1776. CASIO KEYBOARD: 61 keys. CT-636 465 Sound […]
Iconic surf shop burns, damage up to $250K
Rain, wind and fire hit Anna Maria Island April 15. A fire broke out in the afternoon at the West […]
Anna Maria attorney points out private beach pitfalls
Anna Maria may be more significantly impacted by a new state law regulating how owners can limit use of their […]









