Fun things to do including holiday boat and land parades, a Hanukkah celebration and a car show this weekend in Sarasota and ...

Naeher was in court Thursday, as prosecutors and defense teams gave reports on their progress in preparing for trial.

With several preserves to explore next to its large bay, this unique paddleboarding and kayaking area is a true delight near ...

MANATEE COUNTY, Fla. — After being closed more than a year, a popular business is finally open again on Anna Maria Island — the Rod & Reel Pier Restaurant. Last year, the structure was literally swept ...

The City of Anna Maria Island has made more progress toward rebuilding its beloved city pier, which was destroyed by Hurricanes Helene and Milton in 2024. City commissioners met last week to approve a ...

City officials plan permanent swimming ban at Bean Point after recent drowning. Bean Point currents pose risks due to Gulf-Bay convergence and steep drop-offs. Deputies patrol beach to warn tourists; ...

In August, four people were rescued and two lost their lives off of Bean Point on Anna Maria Island. On Labor Day weekend, 20-year-old Abhigyan Patel died after a Sunday evening swim off of Bean Point ...

Difficult discussions about the commercialization of Anna Maria Island’s beaches are popping up across the island. City officials in Anna Maria and Holmes Beach discussed advertising on beach cabanas ...

Holmes Beach will vote on a plan to increase stormwater fees this month. Bradenton Beach experienced a steep 13.14% decline in taxable value due to hurricane damage. Anna Maria saw a 3.08% increase in ...

Dunes and sea oats were washed away following Hurricane Helene. They are vital to protecting the shoreline and wildlife. Keep Manatee Beautiful is asking for 300 volunteers to help plant 12,000 sea ...