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City: 'Share the Shore' with shorebird, sea turtles

Each year, the city of Sanibel supports the mission of the Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation (SCCF) and its team of staff and volunteers, who monitor the island's beaches for shorebirds and endangered sea turtles. The city reported that because the shoreline serves as critical nesting ...

Devitt laces storm presentation with optimism at luncheon

Predictions show a 35% chance for a major hurricane in Florida this season, but the state has a lot of coastline and that figure also means there is a 65% chance it will not happen, WINK News Chief Meteorologist Matt Devitt pointed out at the SanCap Chamber's business luncheon on July 16 at The ...

Periwinkle Park partners with SCCF

Periwinkle Park on Sanibel announced a partnership with the Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation (SCCF) to encourage its residents to utilize native plantings and support the ongoing re-greening of the island's natural systems. It is planting hundreds of native trees, plants and bushes to ...

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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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Volunteers needed to protect nesting birds

The Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation (SCCF) is seeking volunteers to help staff protect nesting least terns and black skimmers on the Sanibel Causeway Islands during peak weekend beach times. Volunteer stewards are stationed at the nesting sites in 2.5-hour shifts, helping to minimize ...

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Rec center announces upcoming closures

The city of Sanibel reported that the Sanibel Recreation Center will undergo scheduled maintenance and improvements over the coming weeks. The public is advised of the following closures and updates: - Pool deck resurfacing will begin on July 28. During this time, the pools will be closed ...

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Guest commentary: Teachers are heartbeat of great system

At the heart of every thriving school is a great teacher. As the School District of Lee County prepares for the 2025-26 academic year, we are proud to take the bold new step to honor and support the educators who are making the greatest impact on student achievement with the Honoring Our ...

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FISH to hold public meeting with architectural firms

FISH of Sanibel-Captiva reported that it will hold a public meeting on July 28 at 11 a.m. at the Sanibel Public Library, at 770 Dunlop Road, Sanibel. During the meeting, architectural firms selected through its request for quotation (RFQ) process will present their qualifications and approach ...

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www.captivasanibel.com

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