Vacation planning often comes with a familiar challenge: where will we eat? Finding spots that satisfy everyone’s cravings ...

ANNA MARIA ISLAND, Florida – For more than 100 years, the Anna Maria City Pier has been a destination for residents and tourists, a scenic gathering spot in the center of town. The pier became a ...

Tall mounds of sand lined the sides of a broken Gulf Drive as residents and business owners returned to Anna Maria Island on Saturday morning for the first time since Hurricane Helene. Manatee County ...

The most photographed spot on Florida’s Anna Maria Island, if not second to photos of the sun setting over the Gulf of Mexico, may be the Old City Jail. The rough stone structure is graffitied with ...

Meanwhile, Anna Maria Island, in Manatee County, was recognized for its beaches' Old Florida vibes and soft white sand. U.S. News specifically highlighted Coquina Beach and Manatee Public Beach's ...

Anna Maria Kempf was born in Klamath Falls, Oregon on July 19th, 1939. Her parents were Fred and Katie Eck. Our fabulous Anna was a "super" Wife, Mother, Grandmother, and Great Grandparent! Goodness ...

The cities of Anna Maria and Holmes Beach voted for their next mayor in Tuesday’s general election. Holmes Beach voters also picked two city commissioners. Mark Short defeated Brian Seymour to become ...

TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — Turtle nesting season is coming to an end, and Anna Maria Island Turtle Watch said 2025 was a record-breaking year for green sea turtle nests on the island. Loggerhead turtles are ...

This collection of stories explores the past and future of Anna Maria's iconic Rod & Reel Pier. The landmark pier's bar and restaurant, fishing and nature viewing opportunities were beloved by ...

Capt. David White says fishing the beach bite is “where it’s at.” He says mackerel are prevalent around areas with structure ...