Still reeling in tourists

Still reeling in tourists

People March 18 visit the site of the Rod & Reel Pier, 875 N. Shore Drive, Anna Maria. The pier’s boardwalk was damaged by Hurricane Helene last September and much of the pier’s remains — the T-end and the restaurant — was blown into Tampa Bay by Hurricane Milton in October. An intent to rebuild was announced after Milton but for now it’s the remains of the old Rod & Reel that attract tourists. Islander Photo: Lisa Neff The post Still reeling in…