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COTI to present first program of season

The Committee of the Islands (COTI) will hold its first program of the new season, a COTI Conversation, on Nov. 9 at 4 p.m. at The Community House, at 2173 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel. The Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation's Coastal Watch community conservation coordinator, Skye ...

FISH thanks local first responders for partnership

FISH of Sanibel-Captiva reported that it has long worked side by side with first responders, standing together through hurricanes, emergencies and community celebrations. From delivering food and supplies in storm recovery, to partnering at family-friendly events, the collaborations are built ...

County reports on causeway lane closures

Lee County reported that there will be intermittent lane closures on Span C of the Sanibel Causeway — nearest to Sanibel — today, Oct. 29, and Oct. 30. Department of Transportation crews are completing some roadway maintenance and repairs. Flaggers will be present to close each lane ...

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DDWS presents winners of annual, amateur nature photography contest

This month, the “Ding” Darling Wildlife Society-Friends of the Refuge (DDWS) held the official judging for its 33rd annual “Ding” Darling Amateur Nature Photography Contest. It recently announced the 2025 winners. Judges selected three winners and seven honorable mentions out of 89 ...

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SPD provides holiday safety tips

The Sanibel Police Department (SPD) reported that Halloween is coming up on Oct. 31. Trick or treating on the island is suggested from 5 to 8:30 p.m. All Sanibel police vehicles will have candy to distribute. The SPD provided the following holiday safety tips for families: MAKE SURE ...

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Bike club donates e-bikes to SPD

The Sanibel Bicycle Club presented two new e-bikes to the Sanibel Police Department (SPD) for its Sanibel Rangers Program on Oct. 19 at City Hall on Sanibel. A new division at the SPD, the rangers promote safety and provide education for proper path use and rule enforcement on the island's ...

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Guest commentary: Dunes designed to provide greater resilience

The Captiva Erosion Prevention District (CEPD) understands that some residents have expressed concerns about the height of the dunes being constructed as part of the ongoing 2025 Captiva Beach Renourishment Project. We genuinely appreciate the community's attention, feedback and passion for ...

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Bike club donates e-bikes to SPD

The Sanibel Bicycle Club presented two new e-bikes to the Sanibel Police Department (SPD) for its Sanibel Rangers Program on Oct. 19 at City Hall on Sanibel. A new division at the SPD, the rangers promote safety and provide education for proper path use and rule enforcement on the island's ...

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www.captivasanibel.com

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