MANATEE COUNTY, Fla. — Tomorrow marks one year since Hurricane Milton hit our area. The storm took a toll on Manatee County’s barrier islands — especially the businesses.

What You Need To Know • Hurricane Milton took a toll on Manatee County’s barrier islands — especially the businesses • Manager Joey Garbus says Island Lumber and Hardware looks a little different after last year’s storms • Island Lumber and Hardware has seen an uptick in customers during recovery and is looking to a brighter future

The storm took a toll on Manatee County’s barrier islands — especially the businesses.

One of those businesses is Island Lumber and Hardware in Holmes Beach .

Mold grew on their wooden floors because their power was out, leaving behind serious damage.

Joey Garbus, manager of Island L

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