Business owners await completion of century-old landmark damaged by Helene and Milton.

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 ...

The Anna Maria City Pier, destroyed by hurricanes, housed Mote Marine's education center and the City Pier Grill. The pier also served as a ferry stop, boosting tourism and local access. The total ...

Anna Maria commissioners have approved a bid to rebuild the City Pier, a significant step toward reopening a hub for tourists and residents. Last week, city commissioners met to finalize the $4.6 ...

Much of the pier was destroyed during the hurricanes in 2024. Crews are moving forward with plans to build it back stronger.

Oliver Lemke bought the Rod & Reel Pier on Anna Maria Island a year before Helene and Milton destroyed it. The Rod & Reel Pier on Anna Maria Island is seen after Hurricane Milton on Oct. 15, 2024. [ ...