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The heat is on throughout the Sunshine State. While July is typically the hottest month of the year, June proved to be a rapid preheat to the hot and humid days that will last through August and often beyond. While hydration is important year-round, it's especially critical during the summer ...

The Lee County Tax Collector's Office reported that effective July 1, all new teen drivers ages 15-17 must complete the following courses to receive a Florida learner's permit: - Six-hour Driver Education Course - Four-hour Traffic Law Substance Abuse Education (TLSAE) - Real ID documents, ...

Monthly water sample results

The Calusa Waterkeeper recently released the Fecal Indicator Bacteria (FIB) results from its sampling efforts on June 21. For more information, visit https://calusawaterkeeper.org/monitoring/.

The Gulf Coast Humane Society's (GCHS) Silver Paws VIP Adoption Program offers a unique opportunity for adults ages 65 and older to adopt a senior shelter pet. The adoption fee is waived, and veterinary care is at no cost at the GCHS's Veterinary Clinic. For more information about the program, ...

Author promoting novel for anniversary

Writer and artist DiVitto Kelly is celebrating the 50th anniversary of “Jaws” by promoting his tween novel, “Summer of the Shark.” Kelly has held art programs and book signings at the Captiva Memorial Library. Filled with humor, drama and the flavor of Martha's Vineyard, “Summer of ...

Volunteers are needed to help clean up the Causeway Islands following the holiday festivities. After the Fourth of July weekend, the Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation's (SCCF) Coastal Watch will host an After the 4th: Sanibel Causeway Cleanup on July 8 from 8 to 10 a.m. Coastal Watch ...