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Results for: Shokz Discount Code : "SKV10" Get 10% Off On Your Purchase

  • By Matt Walsh |
  • January 10, 2018
Tribute to a visionary

For nearly 60 years, Gil Waters was a force in Sarasota. Thanks to his passion, vision and determination, we have the ‘Gil Waters Bridge,’ the Van Wezel and FCCI Insurance.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • February 3, 2016
Hit or Miss: Jen Blanco

Ellenton pairs skaters deserve their historic moment

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Observer Staff |
  • September 11, 2013
News Briefs

Port Manatee executive director arrested; Manatee County accepts applications for seats; Cattlemen Road extension project recognized for quality; Ranch executive named to Leadership Florida class

  • East County
  • News
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • May 30, 2024
Choral Artists of Sarasota preps for D-Day commemoration in France

The chorus will be seen by more than a million people at Normandy American Cemetery and will also perform in Paris.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • March 30, 2024
Details in short supply for new Sarasota Performing Arts Center

The group studying the repurposing of the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall hears from the new Sarasota Performing Arts Center CEO but is left with more questions than answers.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • November 14, 2023
What makes a bar a nightclub? The City Commission seeks answers.

Restaurant and bar zoning changes need more digestion, Sarasota city commissioners tell staff.

  • Sarasota
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  • By Vinnie Portell |
  • May 28, 2025
Sarasota High athletics are on the rise

The Sailors had a historic athletic year, and better results could be on the horizon.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
  • By Beth Luberecki |
  • November 6, 2024
This family foundation has hands-on science learning at its heart

The Faulhaber Family Foundation — founded by a Casey Key couple — seeks to help local students fall in love with science through hands-on experiences.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • December 16, 2025
After years of repairs, Boys & Girls Club plans to rebuild

The Roy McBean Boys & Girls Club plans to replace its existing Newtown facility, which will be converted to outdoor space.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Jack Nelson |
  • April 15, 2026
Sarasota Open finally finds the right home

The ATP Challenger Tour event was held at IMG Academy this year after six different stops since its 2008 debut.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
  • By Monica Roman Gagnier |
  • November 12, 2025
Architecture Sarasota makes a MODest proposal

Learn about signature Sarasota buildings and have fun along the way during Architecture Sarasota's MOD Weekend.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • December 31, 2011
TOP STORY, OCT.: Town Hall Turmoil

After emergency Longboat Key Town Commission meetings Monday and Tuesday, assistant to the town manager Susan Phillips was named acting town manager.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • November 24, 2009
OUR VIEW: Lessons from the pilgrims

Edward Winslow's 1622 description of a Pilgrim feast is often regarded as the model from which grew our modern Thanksgiving tradition.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
  • By Sandy Gilbert |
  • June 10, 2009
My View: Roundabouts are wrong bayfront solution

One size does not fit all when it comes to roundabouts - especially at Gulfstream Avenue and U.S. 41, in Sarasota. Besides, in 2003, FDOT recommended better signalization.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • December 23, 2009
Shape Your Booty: Mission accomplished

Lakewood Ranch Country Club resident Maria Smith met her weight loss goals, dropping 4.5% body fat in the last six weeks.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • August 14, 2020
Binge Blog: Not all treasure is silver and gold

"Shirley" and "Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl" are this week's picks.

  • Arts + Entertainment
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  • By Marty Fugate |
  • June 7, 2018
Daniel Kelly speaks his mind on latest Urbanite show 'Incognito'

The director of the Urbanite Theatre's “Incognito” shares his thoughts on the mind-bending production.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • March 4, 2025
Longboat Key almost fully switched to underground utility system

About six switching orders remain and Florida Power & Light anticipates having poles removed by June.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Dana Kampa |
  • July 29, 2025
Lawsuit adds to Spanish Main's recovery uncertainty

The repair bill totaling more than $13 million remains unpaid, the company says.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Monica Roman Gagnier |
  • March 17, 2026
Put these two Sarasota dance companies on your radar

Sarasota Contemporary Dance is celebrating its 20th season while Azara Ballet is finishing its third.

  • Arts + Culture
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