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June 30, 2026 | Ernie Vanderwalt | Featured

Krysta released for Tour de Turtles

A loggerhead sea turtle named Krysta slipped into the Gulf at Coquina Beach in Bradenton Beach on Monday morning, June 29.

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June 22, 2026 | Leslie Lake

City will pay former city attorney’s disputed invoices 

The Bradenton Beach City Commission voted to pay former city attorney Ricinda Perry’s 2025 invoices for $167,674. 
    June 16, 2026 | Joe Hendricks

    City Pier lease awarded to GSM Partners

    Brian Seymour, Ben Sato and Jason Sato have been awarded the lease for both Anna Maria City Pier buildings.
    June 15, 2026 | Leslie Lake

    Cortez Bridge construction expected to begin in September 

    CORTEZ – The long-awaited construction of the new Cortez Bridge is anticipated to start near the beginning of September, according to Florida Departm…
    June 15, 2026 | Joe Hendricks

    Diggins and Zaccagnino seek Holmes Beach mayor’s seat

    Dan Diggins and David Zaccagnino are running in the Holmes Beach mayor’s race and Carol Whitmore, Mark Hebden and John Azzata are running for the two…
    June 15, 2026 | Joe Hendricks

    Second Avenue debate continues 

    The potential redirection or restriction of Second Avenue traffic was discussed again during the June 9 Holmes Beach City Commission meeting.
    June 15, 2026 | Joe Hendricks

    Anna Maria Commission approves Waste Pro agreement

    Effective July 1, Waste Pro will replace Waste Management as the city of Anna Maria’s collector of trash, recycling and yard waste.
    June 14, 2026 | Rodney Kwiatkowski

    The reunion every firefighter hopes for

    BRADENTON – Five days after fighting for his life following a near-drowning incident at a northwest Bradenton vacation rental home, 7-year-old Lucas…

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      Island Players bid farewell to beloved director and actor

      In 2025, Valerie Lipscomb and Jim Thaggard starred in “Death by Design.” – Joe Hendricks | Sun

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      Learn about sea turtles at weekly Turtle Talks

      Turtle Watch volunteer Peggy Welch discussed sea turtle nesting habits. – Leslie Lake | Sun

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        Anatomy of a healthy Florida stormwater pond

        Proper slope and aquatic vegetation create the clear water that signifies a healthy pond. – Rusty Chinnis | Sun

        Sea turtle to be released and tracked during Tour de Turtles

        On June 18, local resident Chris Seman photographed this sea turtle’s return to the Gulf waters. – Chris Seman | Submitted

        Volunteers needed for Trash Tri-Fecta cleanup events

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          Happy birthday, America

          Cash is always king

          We’re in hurricane season – better read your insurance policy

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            Skim competition returns to Anna Maria

            The One Love AMI Skim Competition took place in Anna Maria. – The Center | Submitted

            Team Cablish & Gentile wins chamber golf tournament

            LaPensee Plumbing, Pools & Air owner Karen LaPensee tossed the bright green golf balls out of the hovering helicopter and one landed in the cup. – Joe Hendricks | Sun

            Pat Carlucci discusses ‘Baseball in Paradise’

            Anna Maria Island Historical Society board member Carolyn Orshak visited with Pat Carlucci during his book signing at the museum. – Joe Hendricks | Sun

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