A ferry ushering families from a popular sand sculpting competition in Florida was struck by a recreational boat Sunday evening in an apparent hit-and-run, killing one ferry passenger and injuring several others,

The ferry now runs from downtown Clearwater to the Clearwater Beach Marina on Thursday through Sunday, every half hour for most of the day. Before the takeover, the ferry only operated on a reservation-based model. It has long been considered popular, thanks to its $4 fare and proximity to breweries, shops and restaurants.