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While it's been a relatively quiet Atlantic hurricane season thus far (knock on wood), top forecasters say activity could be ramping up in the near future. According to AccuWeather experts, businesses and officials should remain prepared for an expected increase in tropical activity later this ...

On Sept. 2, the 2025 Preserving Paradise cohort ventured into the field for their first experiential learning course, which focused on Everglades restoration. Preserving Paradise is a collaborative initiative between Captains for Clean Water, the SanCap Chamber, Sanibel-Captiva Conservation ...

FISH receives gift from Suncoast

FISH of Sanibel-Captiva announced a charitable gift of $5,000 from the Suncoast Credit Union Foundation. The funds will be used for its Youth Backpack Program, which is a year-round initiative that provides essential nutrition to children in grades Pre-K through 12th from low- to ...

While humans certainly suffer from swatting pesky mosquitoes away during this time of year, pets can get quite ill and even die from disease spread by the insect. Heartworm is spread by mosquitoes, making it especially dangerous in warm, humid climates such as Southwest Florida. Once infected, ...

County library system holding prize giveaway

The Lee County Library System reported that it is hosting a contest from now through Sept. 19. Library cardholders can win a prize by referring friends to sign up for their own card. “Give friends free access to books, movies, music, language learning programs, plus much more, and get ...

City to sponsor blood drive at Sanibel library

The city of Sanibel will sponsor the Lee Health Blood Center’s Bloodmobile on Sept. 11 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. in the parking lot of the Sanibel Public Library, at 770 Dunlop Road, Sanibel. Donors will receive a mini-physical that will include check of temperature, blood pressure, heart ...