Welcome To Treasure Island, Florida
T I Beach Bums of Treasure Island, Florida is published to inform, irritate and entertain the residents and anyone else who is involved in the wonderful world that is Treasure Island, Florida and neighboring beaches.
Treasure Island is a narrow sandbar that stretches for several miles along the west coast of Florida and is truly a piece of paradise on earth.
The residents of Treasure Island are split into 3 factions. Those who know what is going on, those who don't have clue but think they do and those who just don't care as long as the bars are open.
We at T I Beach Bums falls into the latter category, especially on weekends. There are times that we do care about what is going on so we have listed the latest news stories from the local rags on the News Page and have added stories of our own making for your enjoyment..
If you are looking for travel information about Treasure Island, Florida be sure to check out our Island Tips Page where you will find our view of where to eat and drink while on our Island. We have also furnished you with and Eat and Drink Guide which lists our favorite spots in and around Treasure Island to dine and relax. Our Eat and Drink Guide is the most complete and up to date Treasure Island Dining Guide on the internet.
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Treasure Island News
The Club at Treasure Island to double in size, add spa, ballroom, bowling, movie theater
The Club at Treasure Island, a private membership venue featuring major entertainers, is about to more than double its size.
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DOT wants your reaction to crosswalk improvements on Gulf Boulevard
Crossing Gulf Boulevard anywhere on the beaches is daunting and often dangerous — a task the state Department of Transportation hopes to make a bit easier and a lot safer.
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Pontoon boats and lighted boat parades: You could even say they glow
Clad in flip flops and a loose, button-down shirt, Wacker didn't seem to mind the cool breeze drifting down the Intracoastal Waterway. There was plenty of popcorn, juice boxes and the kids were cranking up the karaoke
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Group sues Treasure Island over drinking ban on part of Sunset Beach
Two businesses and more than 60 residents are suing the city over its renewed ban on drinking of alcohol on part of Sunset Beach.
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Treasure Island Police - Would-be flag thief cited for bad ID
A 30-year-old Safety Harbor woman who decided to grab a crossing flag on Gulf Boulevard ended up with a citation from police on another matter.
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The little Austin Healy “Bugeye” Sprite that could
This is one of those stories, a tale about a retired Vietnam Veteran from Treasure Island, Florida and his even more veteran 1960 Austin Healy “Bugeye” Sprite.
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Treasure Island chamber's goal is to get standing wheelchair for teenager
The wheelchair that would allow Andy Brettner to stand upright costs about $20,000. The Treasure Island chamber is working to help get him one.
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Partners in John's Pass project working out problems
A project that would bring a hotel, restaurant and beach cabana resort to John's Pass is apparently now back on track after several months of legal wrangling.
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Businesses sue over alcohol ban
A local television station is reporting that a lawsuit has been filed in response to the Treasure Island City Commission banning alcohol possession on sections of Sunset Beach. Alcohol possession is illegal on sections of Sunset Beach from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. on weekends and holidays. Police Chief Tim Casey requested a ban during peak hours because he claims crowds had become increasingly rowdy in recent years. Several local business owners are calling the ban invalid, saying it is affecting their businesses. At Cost Liquors & Beer and a local 7-Eleven franchisee, have reportedly filed suit claiming local voters voted to overturn a similar partial ban in 1986 and the Commission does not have the authority to overturn that vote.
Treasure Island needs more than $9M for capital projects
The city needs more than $9 million to complete four major capital projects within the next two years.
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