Anna Maria Island

Florida’s sea turtle nests survived an intense hurricane season. But climate change poses an uncertain future for the beloved beach icons.

"All of those people came together because they knew how important it was to get the kids back on the island and back in their school. So, I just feel really, really grateful,” said Principal Katie Fradley.

The female turtle was struck by a car early Wednesday morning. She died from her injuries a short time later.

Anna Maria Elementary students are drawn in by Guy Harvey Academy of Arts and Sciences.

The fifth-graders’ work was featured on a Guy Harvey line of travel cups.

The three cities on Anna Maria Island could face consolidation or simply cease to exist after the 2025 legislation session. A state-led study is examining the best options for the 7-mile stretch of land.

The Gulf Islands Ferry is scheduled to kick off on Friday, Dec. 8, pending final certification. Two open-air catamarans will shuttle people from downtown Bradenton to Anna Maria City Pier and Bridge Street Pier.

Anna Maria Island is currently experiencing a breathtaking display of bioluminescence along its shores.

The induction of the two new ferries marks the kick off of the long-awaited Gulf Island Ferry Service. It will launch later this summer.

Organizations across Southwest Florida have been taking in animals that were injured or abandoned during the category 4 storm.

The service would aim to decrease traffic going on and off Anna Maria Island.

A fight is underway in Manatee County between some residents and the Florida Department of Transportation over a drawbridge that leads onto Anna Maria…