Category Archives: Profiles

Saturday fundraiser for golfers’ long drive

Posted on September 6, 2013 by

ENGLEWOOD — Local golfers Tyler Beasley and Justin Robinson have a chance to compete in the Re/MAX World Long Drive Golf Championship later this month, but they need a little help from the community to get there. Beasley and Robinson … Continue reading →

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Famous clown centerpiece of veteran’s doll collection

Posted on August 18, 2013 by

ENGLEWOOD — When Clare Mitchell passed in May, she left her husband Walter Mitchell her cherished clown doll collection, among them a life-sized Emmett Kelly Sr. Kelly was a famous clown, who performed for Ringling Brothers and Barnum & Bailey … Continue reading →

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Senior tennis champion serving up aces

Posted on August 12, 2013 by

ENGLEWOOD — Englewood resident Dick Collier celebrated his 90th birthday the only way he could — being at the top of his tennis game. Collier won the gold medal for tennis in the 90-94 age group at the 2013 National … Continue reading →

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On the hunt for shark teeth

Posted on August 5, 2013 by

“Jaws” may have scared many away from sharks, but for seasonal resident Jon Corbet, it was the exact opposite. “Most people my age start with a fascination of sharks because of the movie ‘Jaws,’” Corbet said. Corbet, a Canadian kindergarten … Continue reading →

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Veranda Inn to become Gem Coast Inn

Posted on July 11, 2013 by

ENGLEWOOD — Murray and Jennifer Mason wanted to pursue a life of building homes in Englewood, but found a gem purchasing the Veranda Inn. “This is our first crack (in the lodging business),” Jennifer said. “We just saw it as … Continue reading →

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Realtor a pillar of community

Posted on July 9, 2013 by

ENGLEWOOD — Frank Chappell was looking to buy a business when he stumbled upon Englewood, but he never expected to be as involved with the community as he is now, 14 years later.    Chappell bought Gulf Realty and Associates … Continue reading →

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Hermitage announces new board

Posted on July 5, 2013 by

ENGLEWOOD — Nelda Thompson has seen a lot of growth being a founding trustee member of the Hermitage Artist Retreat and is thrilled to return to the role. The Hermitage, located in Manasota Key, announced its 2013-2014 officers of its … Continue reading →

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