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Artie Ferguson Sr. shows off a 230-pound grouper he caught in 1940, off Whitney Beach. -
Edgar Green was the helper of Adolphus "Dad" Holbrook, who started a shark business in 1932, on the north end of the Key. -
Karl Wallenda, known as "The Great Arturo," walked over Longboat Pass in 1941, as part of the entertainment for a celebration of a toll bridge that would be built from Longboat Key to Anna Maria Island. -
The town dock at Linley Street, pictured in 1940, was a popular hangout for youths who lived in the Longbeach Village.
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- Jun
1 Floridafitfest and 5K Treasure Run
9:00 am - 4:00 pm - Jun
8 World Oceans Day Family Festival
10:00 am - 1:00 pm
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Miller shares Longboat lore
05/22/13
David Miller gave the Kiwanis Club of Longboat Key a history lesson Thursday, May 16, when he shared his memories of early island life. -
Kiwanians get club recognition
05/22/13
The Kiwanis Club of Longboat Key recently received "Distinguished Club" status from Kiwanis International for its efforts during the 2011-12 year. -
Hat's off to Dee Pelton, volunteers
05/15/13
Dee Pelton held a luncheon that will be tough to top.
