Walton and his wife, Ohio natives, used to have a vacation condo on Longboat Key, but they moved south to Casey Key in 2008 because they wanted a house on a quiet island.

CLEARWATER, Fla. — Clearwater city leaders announced that residents and business owners can return to Clearwater Beach, Island Estates, Sand Key and other barrier islands after Hurricane Helene.

CLEARWATER, Fla. - Starting at 4 p.m. today, residents and business owners will be able to access Clearwater Beach, Island Estates, and Sand Key. Beach business owners and residents are permitted ...