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The Sarasota City Commission is willing to work with G.WIZ officials on a lease extension because the vacant bayfront parcel it owns can't be sold to a private party. File photo.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • April 19, 2012
FULL STORY: G.WIZ will stay put

The city cannot sell either its vacant bayfront parcel or the G.WIZ Science Museum property. The mere proposal caused a rift between city and museum officials.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Pam Nadon |
  • October 16, 2016
Film review: 'The Accountant'

Affleck is at the top of his game as an unsuspecting accountant harboring violent tendencies and a heart of gold.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
"I like contemporary designs that don't require a lot of time and money," says floral designer Sara Bagley, pictured here in Mable Ringling's Rose Garden.
  • By Heidi Kurpiela |
  • February 2, 2011
Flower child

Floral designer Sara Bagley talks about the Renaissance-ian inspiration behind her contemporary design in the Ringling Museum's new flower exhibition.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Observer Staff |
  • November 13, 2013
Our View

In denial of the bell curve

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
  • By Anna Brugmann |
  • December 22, 2016
Sarasota lights up the night with holiday cheer

We’ve tracked down the merriest and brightest light displays to get you in the holiday spirit.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By David Conway |
  • June 2, 2014
Pedestrian bridge to undergo repairs

Construction is underway on the Hog Creek pedestrian bridge, which links the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall to the property formerly occupied by GWIZ.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Courtesy photo. The Miss Manatee Softball 8U All-Star team has posted a 24-2 record and won all five of its USSSA tournaments since it formed during the summer.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • November 6, 2013
Undefeated all-stars

The Miss Manatee Softball 8U All-Star team will compete in the Florida South State Championships Nov. 9 and Nov. 10.

  • East County
  • Sports
This Santa Pig stands proudly on top of the Beachaven Condominiums sign on Siesta Key.
  • By Rachel S. OHara |
  • November 29, 2011
PHOTO OF THE DAY: Hoggy Holidays

Condominiums on Siesta Key are getting even more creative with their holiday decorations this year.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • April 12, 2018
Cops Corner: Sarasota 4.12.18

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
  • By Observer Staff |
  • April 16, 2015
Cops Corner: Longboat Key 4.16.2015

Cops Corner: Longboat Key 4.16.2015

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
The Budweiser Clydesdales will parade down Lakewood Main Street on Thursday beginning at 6 p.m.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • October 11, 2017
Budweiser Clydesdales to appear in Lakewood Ranch, Sarasota

Famous team will appear to honor Gold Coast Eagle for winning the Ambassadors of Excellence distinction.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • November 8, 2012
Improvement project sputters

Sarasota County staff again raised cost estimates for the now $27 million Siesta Beach renovation and postponed a public meeting set for this month.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
Toll revenue would help county leaders finance other projects.
  • By Cassidy Alexander |
  • March 28, 2018
APRIL FOOLS: Toll plan rolls along for popular bike trail

Legacy riders will pay up in proposal to free up more county money for other projects.

  • April Fools
A hatchling emerges from its shell in a nest recently laid on Longboat’s beach.
  • By Virginia Sanders |
  • July 6, 2011
Turtle-nesting season sees sensational start

Ring the bells and fly the flag! This 2011 turtle season is off to a sensational start.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By David Conway |
  • September 10, 2014
City, businesses await action on retail study

The city is beginning the process of implementing changes retail consultant Robert Gibbs recommended.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • September 10, 2014
Heritage Harbour rethinks gate security measures

Homes replacing a former marina have some residents questioning security measures and its number of gates.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • October 20, 2016
Riverview volleyball wins first district title since 2006

The Rams shrugged off a slow start to down Newsome 3-1.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Michael Foreman
  • By Observer Staff |
  • June 29, 2011
Small Business Finalist: 10 or Fewer Employees: Foreman & Associates

Longboat Key, Lido Key, St. Armands Key Chamber of Commerce Small Business Awards

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Stephanie Hannum |
  • June 17, 2010
Sarasota Small Business of the Year Awards: Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Sun Coast

Non-Profit Organization of the Year -- Winner

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • April 11, 2018
Why we should worry about China

US can’t put a warplane in the air without Chinese chips.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
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