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FISH to host monthly luncheon with speaker

FISH of Sanibel-Captiva will hold its next Friendly Faces Luncheon on Aug. 11 starting at 11 a.m. at the Sanibel Community Church, at 1740 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel. The featured guest speaker will be Clinic for the Rehabilitation of Wildlife (CROW) Executive Director Alison Charney Hussey. She ...

City reinforces roadway safety campaign

The city of Sanibel reported that its “Slow Down Sanibel” campaign reflects an ongoing commitment to preserving the island's quality of life, while promoting safe, attentive travel. Launched in the spring, the initiative encourages residents and visitors to experience Sanibel at its ...

DDWS reports on school field trips

The “Ding” Darling Wildlife Society-Friends of the Refuge (DDWS) reported that it works in partnership with the School District of Lee County to transport classes to the J.N. “Ding” Darling National Wildlife Refuge for a hands-on and eyes-on experience with nature and wildlife. During ...

Sanibel principal holds meet, greet

A Community Meet & Greet with new Principal Dr. Tom Millins was held on July 24 at The Sanibel School on Sanibel. Island families, residents, educators and community leaders had the opportunity to meet Millins, learn about his background and hear his vision for the future of the K-8 school. ...

Kiwanis holds social at CROW

The Sanibel-Captiva Kiwanis Club recently held a social at the Clinic for the Rehabilitation of Wildlife (CROW) on Sanibel. Attendees enjoyed appetizers and drinks, along with an informative tour of the facility. Sanibel City Councilmember Laura DeBruce was also in attendance. The club extended ...

CEPD sets tentative millage rate, hears updates

The Captiva Erosion Prevention District's (CEPD) commission approved the not-to-exceed millage rate and budget hearings for fiscal year 2026-27 at its meeting, plus decided on iguana control and more. On July 21, the commissioners voted unanimously 5-0 to adopt a proposed operating millage ...