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School district seniors score over $70M in scholarships

The School District of Lee County's graduating Class of 2025 earned more than $70 million in scholarships, which will be used toward costs at colleges, universities and technical centers across the United States. “I couldn't be prouder of these students; they are truly exceptional! They've ...

SPD releases weekly blotter

The Sanibel Police Department issued the following weekly police blotter, which includes recent information about law enforcement response to criminal activity. ARRESTS - Yosbany Jacinto Leon Martinez, 42, of 1972 Laurel Lane, North Fort Myers, was charged on June 20 with one count of battery ...

Sanibel library offers range of programs and topics

The Sanibel Public Library provides a variety of programming for adults and children. Tween/Teen After Hours will take place on June 25 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Tweens and teens will hang out for an exclusive, after-hours game night. Game competitions and pizza will be provided. On June 26, ...

Captiva library, county system offer programs

The Captiva Memorial Library, which is part of the Lee County Library System, is offering the following free programming: ADULT PROGRAMS - June 25: Summer Reading Program Crafts (during operating hours) Enjoy a variety of table-top crafts and activities, including coloring pages. - June ...

Business Notes

ON ISLAND MOVES TO NEW LOCATION On Island recently relocated to a brand new location in The Village Shops plaza on Sanibel. Previously at 630 Tarpon Bay Road, the store is now at 2340 Periwinkle Way. It expressed deep gratitude to the community for its continued support and good ...

Education Notes

HASS MAKES DEAN'S LIST Nathan Haas, of Sanibel, was named to the spring Dean's List at Belmont University Approximately 47% of the university's 6,912 undergraduate students qualified. Eligibility is based on a minimum course load of 12 hours and a quality grade point average of 3.5 with no ...