Daily Briefing: Longboat Key beach property sets record price for island and Manatee County

A Longboat Key property has been sold for $19.75 million, breaking a Manatee County record for sale of a residence. ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ Advertisement [eNewspaper]( | [Crosswords]( | [Horoscopes]( [Read in browser]( The Daily Briefing YOUR MORNING NEWS ROUNDUP Fri Jun 7 2024 [Longboat Key beach property sets record price for island and Manatee County]( [The 2.7-acre property, located at 6633 Gulf of Mexico Dr., is called the Ohana estate and was sold for a Manatee County record of $19.75 million in summer 2024.]( A Longboat Key property has been sold for $19.75 million, breaking a Manatee County record for sale of a residence. [READ MORE]( [Inner Compass Brewing Company also serves food including pizzas, burgers and other handhelds.]( [New brewery, restaurant now open in Lakewood Ranch]( The brewery previously had a location in Sanford outside Orlando. [READ MORE]( [A concept rendering of a Florida Department of Transportation project that includes rehabilitation of the Manatee River Bridge and new on and off ramps across the river.]( [Expect traffic delays as I-75 exit in Manatee County is rebuilt]( Roadwork during a project that reconfigures the interchange, and also widens the highway, is expected to cause traffic delays. [READ MORE]( [The band We Are Yacht Rock, pictured, is performing during the upcoming Fresh Fridays block party dubbed "Ebb & Flow on Palm: A Yacht Experience."]( [5 best tings to do in Sarasota area this weekend: June 7-9]( Free block parties, free festival, and more fun things to do in Sarasota, Bradenton and Venice area this weekend. [READ MORE]( [Costco shoppers stop to watch a cookware demonstration during the grand opening of the new North Port store.]( [What's coming near new North Port Costco store? Some things to know]( A national coffee chain is coming soon nearby in Wellen Park. [READ MORE]( Advertisement TRENDING STORIES 1 [Popular local waterfront restaurant is temporarily closing]( A popular local waterfront restaurant known for its happy hour drink and food deals is temporarily closing. [READ MORE]( 2 [Sarasota County roof replacement will no longer result in higher taxes]( Sarasota County Property Appraiser Bill Furst's office will no longer increase a homesteaded property's taxable ... [READ MORE]( 3 [Manatee Memorial Hospital ends uninsured patient care]( Manatee Memorial cut elective care for indigent and uninsured patients over a government funding shortfall. [READ MORE]( 4 [New College leaders are targeting students to hide their incompetence]( It is appalling, unprecedented and dangerous that New College of Florida President Richard Corcoran is threatening ... [READ MORE]( 5 [Sarasota County Commission District 3 race featured in forum]( Neil Rainford and Tom Knight met for their first public event together as they vie for the same county commission ... [READ MORE]( Advertisement Vote with Confidence This 7-day newsletter course will help you be an informed voter before Nov. 5. [SIGN UP NOW]( SUBSCRIBE TODAY Our Reporting. Your Stories. Full access to subscriber-only content on all devices. Share bonus subscription with a family member or friend. The universal eNewspaper, the digital version of our print paper, plus bonus monthly magazines and hundreds of local papers. Original reporting of our hometown teams, from high school sports to the pros. [Unlock news for $1]( [SUBSCRIBE TODAY]( [Newsletters]( | [eNewspaper]( | [Crosswords]( Follow Us Problem viewing email? [View in browser]( [Unsubscribe]( • [Manage Newsletters]( • [Terms of Service]( • [Privacy Policy/Your California Privacy Rights]( • [Privacy Notice]( • [Do Not Sell My Info/Cookie Policy]( • [Feedback](