The Gulf Islands ferry service from downtown Bradenton to Anna Maria Island is back for everyone to enjoy. The ferry runs ...

The original pier opened in 1911, and there had been many repairs over the years, but was closed after insurance found it damaged beyond repair by ...

The Gulf Islands Ferry service, an effort-less boat ride between downtown Bradenton and Anna Maria Island, is back on schedule. “Our barrier island ...

Anna Maria Bayfront Park near the Anna Maria City Pier, Coquina Beach, Manatee County Public Beach and Cortez Beach. Off-street parking is permitted so long as there are no signs indicating otherwise.

Now, floating debris is all that’s left of the Rod & Reel Pier Restaurant. “Unbelievable. I’m at a loss for words,” he said. When Hurricane Milton hit Anna Maria Island, it completely ...

Earlier in 2024, Dan Murphy announced he was stepping down after 10 years as Anna Maria’s mayor. Short, chair for the Anna Maria city commission, previously told the Herald that he was focused on ...