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Record year for holiday travel expected

While no one can top the blazing path of Santa Claus over the holiday period, top forecasters are predicting a record year for travelers in 2025. According to projections from AAA-The Auto Club Group, 122.4 million Americans will travel at least 50 miles from home over the 13-day, year-end ...

Scotch bonnet found on Sanibel

George Sherwood, of Ipswich, Massachusetts, found a scotch bonnet on Dec. 10 near Chateau Sur Mer on Sanibel. He has been looking for shells and vacationing on the island with Betsy Tobin for 10 years. To report a shell find, contact 239-472-1587 or trepecki@breezenewspapers.com.

City of Sanibel mourns the passing of former mayor Nola Theiss

The city of Sanibel mourns the loss of former mayor Nola Theiss, who died Thursday, Dec. 18. She was 77. "Nola Theiss was a dedicated public servant, community advocate, and compassionate leader whose impact was felt both locally and far beyond Sanibel," the city said in a prepared ...

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Scotch bonnet found on Sanibel

George Sherwood, of Ipswich, Massachusetts, found a scotch bonnet on Dec. 10 near Chateau Sur Mer on Sanibel. He has been looking for shells and vacationing on the island with Betsy Tobin for 10 years. To report a shell find, contact 239-472-1587 or trepecki@breezenewspapers.com.

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Homeschool at Sea wraps up season

From September through November, the Sanibel Sea School welcomed more than 250 homeschooled students to its Homeschool at Sea program for 11 weeks of exploring and learning along the coast. “Homeschool at Sea is a special time of year,” Youth Education Director Shannon Rivard said. “It's ...

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Sanibel Sea School provides outreach update

The Sanibel Sea School recently partnered with The Heights Foundation to take youths on an after-school field trip to Bunche Beach in Fort Myers. On Nov. 13, 25 students joined marine science educators to explore the area at low tide. They took a walk and explored the waters with nets, where ...

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Guest commentary: Don’t be a victim of energy scammers

Unfortunately, there are many scams that target utility customers. Awareness is the best way to avoid becoming a victim. Following are examples of common utility scams: - Fake disconnection threat Scammers threaten to disconnect electric service claiming the bill is past due and demanding ...

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Protect Captiva provides update on legal efforts

A coalition seeking to maintain the longtime building height and density limitations on Captiva recently provided an update on its legal actions. On Dec. 15, Protect Captiva reported that its efforts are coming to a head as the year comes to a close. “The Captiva community is front and ...

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www.captivasanibel.com

  • 2340 Periwinkle Way P.O. Box 809
  • Sanibel Island, FL 33957
  • Phone: 239-472-1587