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GWIZ, which emphasizes hands-on learning, will undergo significant renovations in an attempt to better meet the demands of the community and its visitors.
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • September 6, 2012
GWIZ to undergo makeover

Under the direction of a new CEO, GWIZ aims to meet community demands, starting with a complete retrofit.

  • Sarasota
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Hunter DeWitt
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  • Nick Friedman
  • September 6, 2012
Athlete of the Week: Hunter DeWitt

Fresh on the heels of Sarasota High School's 51-6 victory Friday, Aug. 31 over Booker High School senior quarterback Hunter DeWitt, reflects on the game and looks forward to his final season as a Sailor.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
The area's first Trader Joe's grocery store will open Friday, Sept. 7.
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • September 6, 2012
Sarasota prepares for premiere Trader Joe's grand opening

Sarasotans are eagerly anticipating the opening of the area's first Trader Joe's grocery store Friday, Sept. 7.

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Sarasota High School cornerback Quincy Battie, right, rushes after a turnover from Booker High School's offense in the first regular season game Friday, Aug. 31. The Sailors bested the Tornadoes 51-6.
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • September 6, 2012
Sports photos of the week

Sarasota High Sailors beat the Braden River Tornadoes 51-6 Friday, Aug. 31.

  • Sarasota
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Unit 1201 at 888 Blvd. of the Arts has three bedrooms, three baths and 2,315 square feet of living area. It sold for $606,000.
    By
  • Adam Hughes
  • September 6, 2012
Three-bedroom home on Casey Key sells for $1.2 million

The following residential real-estate transactions took place between Aug. 20 and Aug. 24.

  • Sarasota
  • Real Estate
    By
  • Adam Hughes
  • September 6, 2012
Three-bedroom home on Casey Key sells for $1.2 million

Three-bedroom home on Casey Key sells for $1.2 million

  • Sarasota
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Deborah McKinlay took this sunset photo off Fruitville Road in Sarasota.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • September 6, 2012
Cool Today Weather Photo Contest Winner

Deborah McKinlay took this sunset photo off Fruitville Road in Sarasota.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Join Emily Walsh and Alex Mahadevan as they report today's headlines.
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  • Observer Staff
  • September 5, 2012
Sept. 5: Daily Headlines Video

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File photo. A group of homeless people gathers across the street from Five Points Park recently.
    By
  • Roger Drouin
  • September 4, 2012
Commission discusses increase in homeless arrests

Over the past four weeks, Sarasota police have made 55 arrests in the Five Points area related to vagrancy.

  • Sarasota
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Nicole Kaney often enjoys a kale salad with dinner.
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • September 4, 2012
In the Kitchen with: Nicole Kaney

Sarasota resident Nicole Kaney shares her dish for one of her favorite healthy foods - kale.

  • Sarasota
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    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • September 4, 2012
In the Kitchen with: Nicole Kaney

In the Kitchen with: Nicole Kaney

  • Sarasota
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Presidential candidate Mitt Romney and his wife, Ann, attended the Lincoln Day Dinner in April 2007.
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • September 4, 2012
Romney/Ryan headed to Sarasota

The Republican Party of Sarasota County will host a fundraiser Sept. 20, which will feature the 2012 Republican presidential ticket.

  • Longboat Key
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Join Emily Walsh and Alex Mahadevan as they report today's headlines.
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  • Observer Staff
  • September 4, 2012
Sept. 4: Daily Headlines Video

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A crowd waits in the chapel for Mayor Atwell to deliver the proclamation.
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • September 3, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Toale Brothers 100th Anniversary

Toale Brothers Funeral Home celebrated 100 years of business Friday, August 31, at its downtown location. Purchased in 1948 by George and Jack Toale, the company is in its third generation of Toale ownership. After a speech by Jason Toale, Mayor Suzanne Atwell delivered a proclamation, and guests enjoyed wine and food. 'What great neighbors to have for 100 years,' said Atwell in her speech.

  • Sarasota
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Jake Elrod and Caegan Quimby perform with Physical Plant.
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • September 3, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Art Center Sarasota presents Once in a Blue Moon

Just as a blue moon only occurs every few years, the eclectic mix of the four bands that performed at Art Center Sarasota Friday, August 31, isn't exactly easy to stumble upon. The concert, presented by Art Center Sarasota and The Closet, featured local bands Physical Plant and The Equines, as well as traveling bands Not a Planet and Sparta Philharmonic. ACS decorated its stage with mannequins and stage lights, and guests enjoyed the music, as well as beer provided by Darwin's on Fourth.

  • Arts + Culture
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