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School is back in session, which means a greater number of children near roadways in the morning and afternoon hours. To help avoid tragedies and to keep kids safe, various local entities are speaking out when it comes to how to best traverse the roadways, looking out for students in the ...

Registration is open for the annual South Seas Captiva Island Triathlon on Sept. 27 on the island. Hosted by the resort and produced by Game On Race Events, participants will swim the pristine waters of the Gulf, bicycle on a course closed to vehicular traffic, and enjoy a scenic run along the ...

Students back in class across Lee County

The 2026-27 school year for the School District of Lee County kicked off with a bump in student enrollment, 99.9% of its teaching positions filled, and a certified teacher in every classroom. The doors opened to campuses across the district the morning of Aug. 11 as students filled classes for ...

The School District of Lee County has a theme for the 2026-27 school year that started on Aug. 11: Racing to Results — a focus on increasing student achievement. “It starts with the premise that all children can learn. Each and every child can learn. Then it goes back to here is the ...

The Sanibel Recreation Center reported on upcoming programs and activities. Sound Bowl Healing with Dani will take place on Aug. 19 from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. The cost is $15 for members and $20 for non-members. Registration is required. From Aug. 24 through Sept. 28, the Coastal Dance Company ...

FISH celebrates National Nonprofit Day

FISH of Sanibel-Captiva reported that National Nonprofit Day on Aug. 17 offered an opportunity to recognize the organizations, volunteers, donors, partners and community members who work daily to strengthen lives and build healthier communities. At FISH, the day celebrated the lasting impact ...