ANNA MARIA ISLAND, Fla. — A man in his early 20s was bitten in the lower leg by a shark near Bean Point on the north end of Anna Maria Island on Sunday, according to the West Manatee Fire Rescue ...

The historic Anna Maria City Pier provides spectacular views and fishing opportunities, while Bean Point Beach at the island’s northern tip offers a more secluded experience away from the crowds. For ...

One of Sarasota-Manatee’s best restaurants returns today. After months of storm repairs, Blue Marlin on Anna Maria Island reopens with a new, tightly curated menu packed with flavor — from ...

Anna Maria’s Sandbar adds new dining options Beachside Bites is on the south side of the Sandbar and is open daily from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Some menu items for Beachside Bites include: Avocado ...

Experience the quintessential coastal escape on this pristine Florida island, where sandy shorelines, beachside cafes, and ...

ANNA MARIA ISLAND, Fla. — Earlier this month, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers toured the erosion along Anna Maria Island beaches. After Hurricane Idalia, the county says it's lost 150 feet of ...

Keep Manatee Beautiful needs help in plating the sea oats on the beaches of Anna Maria Island. They need around 300 ...

Routes depart from downtown Bradenton between 7:30 a.m. and 7:30 p.m., and island departures occur between 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Miami, Malibu and Waikiki are world-famous destinations, but consider these lesser-known beaches for your next domestic ...

Olivia Brady of Bayport-Blue Point takes a shot on goal during the Long Island Class C girls lacrosse championship against South Side at Adelphi on Tuesday, June 3, 2025.

Bayport-Blue Point (18-1) will play in the state Class C Southeast Regional Final at Lakeland High School in Westchester County at 1:30 p.m. Saturday against an opponent to be determined.