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DDWS reports on refuge programming and more

The “Ding” Darling Wildlife Society-Friends of the Refuge (DDWS) provided the following updates for the J.N. “Ding” Darling National Wildlife Refuge, at 1 Wildlife Drive, Sanibel: - The 14th annual “Ding” Darling & Doc Ford’s Tarpon Tournament will take place on May 15. - ...

Boating club to offer free seminar

The Sanibel-Captiva Sail and Power Squadron is participating in National Safe Boating Week. It will present a free Marine Emergencies on Board Seminar on May 18 from 10 to 11 a.m. at the Sanibel Public Library, at 770 Dunlop Road, Sanibel. Led by emergency room and cruise physician Carl ...

SPD: Fraud alerts on rise

As part of its recent The Sanibel Community Safety Update, the Sanibel Police Department (SPD) shared the following information: As part of our ongoing commitment to keeping our community informed and protected, we will include a fraud and scam prevention section in the monthly newsletter. ...

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CEPD workshop focuses on beach entrance designs

The Captiva Erosion Prevention District's (CEPD) commission reviewed vegetative design and planting concepts for some of the island's public beach entrances during a recent workshop. On May 7, consultant and Coastal Vista Design founder Leigh Gevelinger presented to staff and Commissioner Rene ...

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Recreation center provides update on activities, events

The Sanibel Recreation Center reported on upcoming programs and activities. Dance! Dance! Dance! with Ravah Daley will take place on May 13 at 10:30 a.m. The cost is $20 for members and $25 for non-members. Registration is required. An EmpowerHER Wellness Workshop will be held on May 13 from ...

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Sanibel Sea School to host sunset paddle

The Sanibel Sea School will host a Sunset Paddle on May 14 from 5 to 8 p.m. launching from Bowman's Beach, at 1700 Bowman's Beach Road, Sanibel. Led by lead paddlesports instructor Austin Wise, participants will wind their way through mangroves. Midway through the journey, they will pull ashore ...

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Guest commentary: For the record

At the Sanibel City Council meeting on April 21, I expressed my disappointment with a rally or protest that was held on Sanibel. I felt it was contentious and inconsistent with what I have always respected about Sanibel and our community. What prompted me to express this opinion was what a ...

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By The Sea breaks ground on coastal-resilient buildings

By the Sea owners held a groundbreaking ceremony on March 18 on Sanibel for By the Sea Condominiums, which will include three new residential buildings. Marking a major milestone in the continued revitalization of the island's Gulf-front coastline, the development will consist of three ...

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