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Sea turtle nest relocation underway

On June 17, the Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation (SCCF) reported that its sea turtle team is relocating nests on Captiva in preparation for the upcoming beach renourishment. Sea turtle nests are being moved to suitable beach habitat outside of the project area on the island or to Sanibel ...

FISH supports families with program

When life throws the unexpected, it is often a neighbor or helping hand that makes all the difference. FISH of Sanibel-Captiva reported that through its Helping Hands program, it is able to offer rent assistance — support that recently helped one hardworking island family. FISH was able to ...

Volunteers needed to protect chicks

The Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation (SCCF) reported that the least tern colony on the Sanibel Causeway Islands is expected to stay through the summer. As of June 18, over 50 least tern chicks had hatched from 100-plus nests since May. The SCCF is seeking volunteers to assist it with ...

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FOROS accepting registrations for road rally

Presented by the Friends of Randy of Sanibel (FOROS), the 45th annual 4th of July Road Rally will take place on July 4 starting at noon at The Timbers Restaurant & Fish Market on Sanibel. Registration is open for teams interested in participating. The rally is an in-vehicle, visual ...

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Refuge offering free seasonal programming

The J.N. “Ding” Darling National Wildlife Refuge's free Summer Programs will run through Aug. 2. The following programming is available: - Mondays: Ranger's Choice from 11 a.m. to noon Join a refuge ranger at The Roost in the exploration/discussion of topics from native wildlife to ...

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Sea turtle nest relocation underway

On June 17, the Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation (SCCF) reported that its sea turtle team is relocating nests on Captiva in preparation for the upcoming beach renourishment. Sea turtle nests are being moved to suitable beach habitat outside of the project area on the island or to Sanibel ...

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Guest commentary: Legislative session adjourns

After a 45-day legislative session extension, following the contentious 60-day regular session, the Legislature adjourned last week passing a $115.1 billion budget. Although this budget is $3 billion smaller than the current state budget, Gov. Ron DeSantis has vowed to find additional savings ...

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Summer campaign supports businesses

The next week of Love Sanibel Back will be held on June 29 through July 5 on Sanibel. Gatherings will take place on June 30 at 11:30 a.m. at The Sanibel Café, at 2007 Periwinkle Way, and on July 2 at 6 p.m. at The Original Cheeburger Cheeburger, at 1975 Periwinkle Way, Suite 4112. Campaign ...

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www.captivasanibel.com

  • 2340 Periwinkle Way P.O. Box 809
  • Sanibel Island, FL 33957
  • Phone: 239-472-1587