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Nature Navigators program set to wrap up

The Lee County Visitor & Convention Bureau is set to wrap up its Summer Nature Navigators. The program encourages families and friends to experience Southwest Florida's natural wonders through hands-on activities and educational experiences. Available as a free digital pass, participants ...

COTI official recalls history with Sanibel Plan

Barbara Freeman, first administrator for the Committee of the Islands (COTI) board of directors, recently retired from the position. With COTI's long history of supporting The Sanibel Plan, it seemed only fitting that, when asked to help it in 2019, she accepted. After all, Freeman has an even ...

Refuge provides update on wildlife

The J.N. “Ding” Darling National Wildlife Refuge reported that green herons work together to rear their young. The male selects a secluded nesting location, often hidden under overhanging branches. After settling on a location, the male will bring nesting materials while the female ...

Local Sports & Recreation

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Public can report horseshoe crab sightings

The Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation (SCCF) reported that scientists will be studying horseshoe crabs in Collier and Lee counties and could use the public's help. Horseshoe crabs (Limulus polyphemus) can be found on many Florida beaches. Some people may have had the opportunity to come ...

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Registration to open for youth camp

The Sanibel Sea School will present a free Community Camp, “I Spy a Seahorse!,” on Sept. 21 for ages 6-13 and for Counselors in Training (CITs) ages 13-17. The day will be filled with adventures on the bayside as campers search for the elusive seahorses. They will snorkel and seine, play ...

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Nature Navigators program set to wrap up

The Lee County Visitor & Convention Bureau is set to wrap up its Summer Nature Navigators. The program encourages families and friends to experience Southwest Florida's natural wonders through hands-on activities and educational experiences. Available as a free digital pass, participants ...

Letters to the Editor

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Reject proposed amendments to Lee Plan, LDC

On behalf of the Captiva Community Panel, we wish to comment on the LPA's Aug. 31, 2026, agenda items — CPA2026-00005 Future Land Use Element Update and the accompanying Land Development Code Amendments. The Captiva Community Panel was responsible for recommending and drafting the Goal, ...

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COTI official recalls history with Sanibel Plan

Barbara Freeman, first administrator for the Committee of the Islands (COTI) board of directors, recently retired from the position. With COTI's long history of supporting The Sanibel Plan, it seemed only fitting that, when asked to help it in 2019, she accepted. After all, Freeman has an even ...

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