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School district continues to work on employee compensation plan

The School District of Lee County continues to move forward with its compensation plan, so it can remain competitive in a growing market. On Sept. 9, Chief Human Resources Officer Dr. Shanna Johnston told the school board that the ability to attract and retain top talent is one of the most ...

CROW seeking volunteers

The Clinic for the Rehabilitation of Wildlife (CROW) on Sanibel reported that it is looking for committed volunteers to work in its baby room and in rehab. The hands-on roles require consistency, physical stamina and efficiency. Baby season is the busiest time of year at CROW, and it relies on ...

Rotary Club holds meeting with speakers

The Sanibel-Captiva Rotary Club welcomed member John Henshaw and Sanibel-Captiva Kiwanis Club member Jeff Muddell as its guest speakers at a recent meeting. They talked about their experience participating in the Tunnel to Towers Foundation's annual Tunnel to Towers Tower Climb in June at the ...

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KLCB annual cleanup includes causeway site

Keep Lee County Beautiful (KLCB) is signing up volunteers for the Annual International Coastal Cleanup (ICC) on Sept. 20 from 8 to 10 a.m. at various sites, including the Sanibel Causeway. The ICC is a global initiative led by Ocean Conservancy, and KLCB is a local organizer. Now in its 36th ...

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Rec center provides update on activities, events

The Sanibel Recreation Center reported on upcoming programs and activities. In recognition of National Falls Prevention Awareness Month in September and in partnership with the center, FYZICAL Therapy & Balance — Sanibel will host a free “Fight the Fall” workshop on Sept. 17 from ...

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Sanibel FlyFishers to hold event

The Sanibel FlyFishers will hold a Fly Tying Night on Sept. 24 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Sanibel Fly Outfitters, at 2240 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel. Instruction will be provided for new tiers. Vises, tools and materials will be available. The event is open to the public. Those planning to attend are ...

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Guest commentary: Community Cooperative’s fight against food insecurity

In Southwest Florida, one in six children and one in eight adults face food insecurity. No one should have to wonder where their next meal will come from — yet in our community, children go to bed hungry, and adults struggle with the physical, mental and economic challenges that come with not ...

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DDWS welcomes interns to refuge team

The “Ding” Darling Wildlife Society-Friends of the Refuge (DDWS) recently welcomed two new interns to support the conservation and education mission of the J.N. “Ding” Darling National Wildlife Refuge on Sanibel. This year's Harkey Development & Communications intern, Aria Katsaris ...

Did you participate in the Sanibel-Captiva Sunrise Sale on Aug. 30 on the islands?

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