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By Harriet Sokmensuer |
July 17, 2014

Toy Story

Jack Matthews sits surrounded by George Washington, Uncle Sam and World War II generals and world leaders. The retired Washington, D.C., lawyer, veteran and South Carolina municipal judge doesn't think twice about his unusual company. They are a part of his vintage toy collection.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Observer Staff |
April 17, 2014

Business Observer

Sally Ullman relocates business to Sarasota; ArtisTree hires new account executive; Tervis Tumbler store will open on St. Armands Circle; Lawson named as Australian Tourist Board representative

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Robin Hartill |
January 15, 2014

Pettingell ranks No. 1 for sales volume in 2013

Roger Pettingell's sales volume reached $61.85 million in 2013, making him the top-ranked local Realtor for the second consecutive year.

Longboat Key
Real Estate

By Observer Staff |
August 14, 2013

NEWS BRIEFS

FedEx vice president buys $6.8 million Key home

Longboat Key
News

By Observer Staff |
November 13, 2013

Cops Corner: Longboat Key

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

Longboat Key
Cops Corner

By Observer Staff |
June 21, 2024

Sarasota Opera names Melissa Voigt development director

Voigt previously held the position from 2002-09, when she led fundraising efforts for the opera house's renovation.

Arts + Culture

By Louis Llovio |
April 6, 2024

Tesla set to open UTC dealership by end of April

The electric vehicle manufacturer has built a 55,000-square-foot showroom and service center at University Town Center just off I-75.

East County
Business

By Petra Rivera |
October 2, 2023

Observer President Emily Walsh speaks at Kiwanis Club reception

The Kiwanis Club of Longboat honored the Walsh family for dedication to Longboat Key with a surprise community service award.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Ian Swaby |
October 26, 2025

Chamber welcomes Selby Gardens president as board chair

The Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce's annual meeting welcomed board chair Jennifer Rominiecki, as well as keynote speaker Jim Knight, a Hard Rock International executive.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Eric Snider |
November 7, 2024

The family at the helm of Cannons Marina keep it strong after 68 years

In 1955, Michigan native Paul Miller traded his engineering career for the romance of Florida’s boating life and purchased Cannons Marina from Ernie Cannon. Today, under the leadership of David Miller and Lucile Capo-Miller, it’s a thoroughly modern boating enterprise.

Longboat Key
Business

By Guest Author |
June 1, 2022

Betsy Benac says Manatee County administrator, commission throw ethics out window

Former commissioner says mismanagement driving away talented Manatee County employees.

East County
Opinion

By Observer Staff |
October 28, 2009

Cops Corner 10.29.09

The following information was gathered from incident and arrest reports obtained from the Manatee County Sheriff's Office.

East County
Cops Corner

By Jen Blanco |
January 13, 2010

Sensational seniors

The Manatee County All-Stars defeated the Sarasota County All-Stars 26-12 in the 18th annual Brad Price Memorial PAL Bowl.

East County
Sports

By Molly Schechter |
December 15, 2010

Oleda Baker helps us break the age barrier

The author of 11 books and former model shares her beauty secrets and advice.

Longboat Key
News

By Molly Schechter |
May 18, 2011

Condrick teaches seniors how to 'age gracefully'

"Zoo-ology," is one of 21 exercise tools that make up the Ageless Grace program Denise Medved created.

Longboat Key
News

By Observer Staff |
February 23, 2011

Baxter Bell to lead 'energetic' yoga classes

Baxter Bell will be holding yoga workshops at the Sarasota Memorial Healthplex March 4 through March 6.

Longboat Key
News

By Jen Blanco |
March 27, 2013

Making it Count: Kenya Yancy

Braden River High junior shortstop Kenya Yancy is batting .419 with 23 hits, a pair of home runs and 10 RBIs so far this season. She has helped lead the Lady Pirates to 14-3 record (8-0 Class 7A-11).