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Sanibelians take part in annual Tower Climb

Two islanders are raising funds to support first responder and military families, plus veterans. For the second year in a row, Team Sanibel — made up of City Councilmember John Henshaw and The Sanibel Captiva Trust Company Sanibel President Jeff Muddell — took part in the annual Tunnel to ...

City’s annual fertilizer ban to go into effect

With the arrival of the rainy season in Southwest Florida, the city of Sanibel is reminding property owners of the seasonal blackout period for certain fertilizers on the island. From July 1 through Sept. 30, the city's annual ordinance will be in effect. It prohibits the use of fertilizers ...

Island community takes part in ‘No Kings’ rally

On June 14 at 9 a.m., multiple drivers traveling along Periwinkle Way near Purdy Drive and Vinca Way on Sanibel slowed their speed, honked and waved to the peaceful protestors gathered. The Progressive Club of the Islands had organized a “No Kings” protest and invited the public. With ...

CEPD accepting applications for seat on board

The Captiva Erosion Prevention District (CEPD) reported that Seat 1 on the board of commissioners is currently vacant, and the office is taking applications to be reviewed for appointment by the board. It provided the following information: HOW TO QUALIFY TO SERVE AS A COMMISSIONER? - You ...

Award-winning island restaurant reopens post-storms

Nearly three years after Hurricane Ian, the Keylime Bistro on Captiva has reopened for business. Located on Andy Rosse Lane, the award-winning restaurant reopened its doors on May 24, following 971 days of closure after being battered by the storm in September 2022. Stilwell Enterprises & ...

County board bans smoking, vaping at beaches, parks

The Lee County Board of County Commissioners voted 4-0 on June 17 to approve amending an existing ordinance, banning smoking and vaping at county beaches and parks immediately. The ban encompasses county-owned parks on the islands, including Bowman's Beach Park and Turner Beach Park on Sanibel ...