Rhea Chiles works on canvas. Ed Chiles discusses the future at his restaurants and on Pine Avenue, where his vision is coming to life. It was an idea of great joy to Rhea Chiles, and as it formed, ...

Hurricane Helene, a catastrophic storm for Anna Maria Island, Cortez. A photo review from Islander staff and contributors.

Current red tide conditions around the state of Florida are summarized, and sampling results are mapped. Reports are updated on Friday afternoon. Current and past regional status reports are also ...

A comprehensive study of red tide that details the environmental, scientific, economic and social impacts of the water-borne problem has been released by Mote Marine Laboratory’s fledgling Marine ...

The islander invites readers - children and adults - to participate in its Father’s Day tribute contest. Tell, in 500 words or less, your favorite story about your dad. The islander staff will chose ...

A St. Bernard Catholic Church priest has come under investigation for alleged sexual misconduct in Fort Myers 15 years ago. Islanders learned of the allegation against the Rev. Jean Ronald Joseph last ...

A map of the proposed Port Dolphin pipeline under review by the federal government. Last December the company amended its route for the pipeline to avoid an aquatic preserve at Terra Ceia. islander ...

Bradenton Beach was still working through the aftermath of Hurricane Helene the week of Sept. 30 — and will be for some time.

Holmes Beach city officials hope to ensure there are not too many people roaming the neighborhoods as the municipality continues to recover from Hurricane ...

Manatee County people impacted by Hurricane Helene should complete an “unmet needs survey,” which can be found at ...

Fishing far from people’s minds as recovery takes priority - Read this weeks Fishing News from Anna Maria Island, Florida ...

The West Manatee Fire Rescue’s job was not finished with the passing of Hurricane Helene. Chief Ben Rigney told The Islander ...