Residents of Captiva Island will have an opportunity to hear from a consulting firm concerning a stormwater management system plan, as well as ask questions. Captiva Community Panel Secretary Jay Brown, who is part of the stormwater committee, said the consulting firm has completed the design of the stormwater management system for Captiva. “It involves putting drains along significant portions of Captiva Drive in the Village area. Also property drainage for a significant number of side streets in the Village area,” he said. “The plan is done now.” The consultants, Brown said, at this stage will do a rough cost estimate of what the plan will be, as well as a cost benefit ...
A first time event is welcoming both families and four legged friends to a joint event hosted by The Sanibel School and the Sanibel Recreation Center this weekend. The event will be held from 2 to 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24, at The Sanibel School, 3840 Sanibel Captiva Rd. The decorated trunks will be located on the far right side of the school closest to the ball field, and parking will be located on the left hand side of the school and at the Sanibel Recreation Center. The event is free to attend. In case of rain, the event is scheduled to take place the following day, Sunday, Oct. 25. The Sanibel School PTA President Samantha Britt said the Sanibel Recreation Center asked if the ...
An almost 50 year career on Sanibel, all started because of a dog named Lady who led one business owner to buying her first home on the island. Anne and David Joffe found Sanibel in the early '70s when they decided to take a vacation with their children. She recalls sitting on a pile of ...
By MEGHAN BRADBURY mbradbury@breezenewspapers.comThe finale of the 2026 Love Sanibel Back will offer a larger space for everyone to celebrate the success of an idea that has grown since its inception. With another Love Sanibel Back wrapping up — the biggest community gathering yet — ...
By MEGHAN BRADBURY mbradbury@breezenewspapers.com The community came together and took the steps to bring back an island favorite — a landmark — that was damaged by Hurricane Ian. Last week a groundbreaking was held for the Sanibel Fishing Pier, thanks to a citizen-driven effort that raised funds to have temporary repairs done. “At this point, I am elated,” Sanibel Fishing Pier Citizen Committee Chair Richard Birney said. “It’s really going to happen and I am very thankful for the way the community rallied behind us.” Birney said they now get to do the fun part, distribute swag to those who invested in the pier. Stokes Marine is the contractor doing the repairs, ...
Fourteen raffle baskets filled with stays, dining, experiences, entertainment, artwork and local favorites are part of this year’s FISH of SanCap JOG N JAM, giving supporters another way to take part in the organization’s annual fundraiser. The 2026 raffle brings together gifts from ...
There’s a lot happening at the Sanibel Recreation Center this fall, with new classes, updated class times, new instructors and even more opportunities for the community to stay active and connected. The Recreation Center rolled out an updated fitness schedule last week featuring ...
The Greater Fort Myers and SanCap Chamber of Commerce announces sponsorship opportunities and open registration for its annual Golf Classic, taking place Friday, Nov. 13, at The Dunes Golf & Tennis Club, 949 Sand Castle Rd. on Sanibel Island. “This highly anticipated event invites ...
To the editor: I am writing to share an announcement regarding the upcoming November 2026 election. My wife, Margarethe Thye-Miville, is running for one of the two open CEPD (Captiva Erosion Prevention District) Commissioner seats. In response to any community members regarding a potential ...
An almost 50 year career on Sanibel, all started because of a dog named Lady who led one business owner to buying her first home on the island. Anne and David Joffe found Sanibel in the early '70s when they decided to take a vacation with their children. She recalls sitting on a pile of ...