Sanibel Island

On Sanibel and Captiva islands this year, there were 14 green turtle nests — but the loggerhead turtle rules

From Monday, July 21, through Friday, August 8, inspection crews will conduct a smoke test of sewer lines in neighborhoods throughout the island.The test includes a physical survey of the City of Sanibel wastewater collection system and involves opening manholes on streets and easements.

Sanibel Captiva Community Bank has teamed up with A.N.A.'s Friends to collect hygiene and baby care items for abused and neglected children in Southwest Florida.

WGCU’s “Untold Stories: Sanibel Island’s Store” is an official selection of the Fort Myers Film Festival. The festival, in its 15th year takes place May 14-18 at various local venues.

Work on Sanibel City’s storm water repair project is scheduled to start Tuesday, April 22. The project is a component of the storm water masterplan update. As part of the masterplan update, the entire storm water system was inspected by Johnson Engineering and this project incorporates the results of those inspections and additional items identified by City staff.

For over 30 years, they've been defying gravity and pushing the boundaries of human physical ability. The Peking Acrobats are coming to Sanibel this week, bringing their display of contortion, gymnastics, and balance that has captivated audiences worldwide.

Five outdoor art festivals take place locally March 6-9

Sanibel hired an engineering firm to inspect, repair and make upgrades to storm water system. Community input is vital.

The South Seas Group has been battling residents and civic groups on Sanibel and Captiva as it tries to persuade the Lee County Board of County Commissioners to sign off on a deal that would significantly expand the number of people at the resort.South Seas encompasses the northern third of Captiva Island.To get to Captiva by car, you have to drive through Sanibel Island. Both islands swell significantly during the winter tourist season.

A swath of red tide stretching for more than 200 miles has formed from Tampa Bay to Key West and the bloom started near Tampa Bay shortly after Hurricane Milton in October.