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Sanibel Public Meetings

The following public meetings/hearings are scheduled: - July 8: Sanibel Fire and Rescue District meeting at 9 a.m. at the Sanibel Public Library, at 770 Dunlop Road, Sanibel. For more information or the agenda, visit www.sanibelfire.com.

Captiva library and county system offering programs

The Captiva Memorial Library, which is part of the Lee County Library System, is offering the following free programming: ADULT PROGRAMS - July 8: Summer Reading Program Crafts (during operating hours) Enjoy a variety of table-top crafts and activities, including coloring pages. - July ...

Captiva Public Meetings

The following public meetings/hearings are scheduled: - July 13: Captiva Erosion Prevention District meeting at 1 p.m. at its office, at 11528 Andy Rosse Lane, Captiva. For more information or the agenda, visit mycepd.com. - July 14: Captiva Community Panel meeting at 9 a.m. via Zoom. For ...

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Campaign to feature first-ever Shell Stroll

Next week's theme for the Love Sanibel Back initiative will include a special community event. Organized by Saint Michael and All Angels Episcopal Church, in partnership with the city and SanCap Chamber and with support from sponsors and businesses, the campaign's theme for July 13-19 — Week ...

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Junonia found on Sanibel

Heidi Sparks, of Mattoon, Illinois, found a junonia on June 15 at about 7:45 p.m. at Lighthouse Beach on Sanibel. She was walking along the lines of seaweed up in the sand when she saw a tiny tip of the shell showing up out of the seaweed. “After digging a little with my hand, I was shocked ...

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Junonia found on Captiva

Chad Long, of Uniontown, Pennsylvania, found a junonia on June 13 at Blind Pass Beach on Captiva. He and his family are avid shellers and visit each of the beaches along the islands. “We love treasure hunting for alphabet cones, banded tulips and lightning whelks,” Long said. “However, we ...

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Guest commentary: SCCF provides 2026 legislative summary

On June 29, with one day to spare before the beginning of the July 1 fiscal year, Gov. Ron DeSantis signed the 2026-27 state budget. This budget was the result of a special legislative session in May. The additional session was necessary due to the lack of a budget agreement during the 2026 ...

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Captiva Public Meetings

The following public meetings/hearings are scheduled: - July 13: Captiva Erosion Prevention District meeting at 1 p.m. at its office, at 11528 Andy Rosse Lane, Captiva. For more information or the agenda, visit mycepd.com. - July 14: Captiva Community Panel meeting at 9 a.m. via Zoom. For ...

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www.captivasanibel.com

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