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Volunteers needed to protect chicks

The Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation (SCCF) reported that the least tern colony on the Sanibel Causeway Islands is expected to stay through the summer. As of June 18, over 50 least tern chicks had hatched from 100-plus nests since May. The SCCF is seeking volunteers to assist it with ...

Lee County Government reminded homeowners and professional landscapers that they need to “Stop Fertilizing Gnome Matter What” from June 1 through Sept. 30. Fertilizers containing nitrogen or phosphorous may not be applied to turf or landscape plants in unincorporated Lee, which includes ...

On June 7, Mind Your Line partners hosted an islandwide monofilament cleanup on Sanibel and the Causeway Islands. With the help of over 50 volunteers, several thousand feet of fishing line — and many pounds of trash — were removed. Organizers thanked the volunteers, as well as The Historic ...

FDOT provides update on causeway project

The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) reported that crews are completing the final items west of the toll plaza for the Sanibel Causeway. The 35 mph speed limit has been restored west of the plaza; reduced speed limits remain enforced east of the plaza. Pedestrians are not permitted ...

Refuge’s WoW hosting summer camp

The J.N. “Ding” Darling National Wildlife Refuge's Wildlife on Wheels (WoW) team has started its Wild for STEAM summer camp at Lehigh Elementary in Lehigh Acres. One recent theme for the week was Florida panthers. Educators challenged second-grade students to make panthers using spaghetti ...

In recognition of June as Pet Preparedness and Microchip Your Pet Month, Lee County Domestic Animal Services is offering free microchipping to help ensure pets are safe and easily identifiable during hurricane season. Now through July 3, pet owners can receive the service on Monday through ...