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City announces closure of water features pool and splash pad at Rec Center

The City of Sanibel Recreation Department announces the closure of the water features pool and splash pad at the Recreation Center following a technical evaluation conducted by an independent firm. The evaluation identified issues requiring substantial repairs, resulting in the closure of the affected aquatic facilities until the necessary work can be completed. The water features pool and splash pad will remain closed until further notice. At this time, a reopening date has not been established. To help accommodate members during this closure, staff is working to establish extended hours for the lap pool and will provide an update once the new operating hours are confirmed.

Saint Michael’s Episcopal Church Women to host ‘Sanibel Business Women’ luncheon

The Episcopal Church Women (ECW) of Saint Michael and All Angels Episcopal Church invite the community to their November Luncheon on Monday, Nov. 9, in the church’s Parish Hall, 2304 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel. This year’s program, “Sanibel Business Women,” features three island business leaders who will share their experiences running businesses on Sanibel: Rebecca Binkowski with MacIntosh Books + Paper, Sarah Jacobson with Bubbly Latitude and Kate Sergeant with On Island. An optional lunch will be served at 12:30 p.m., followed by the program at 1 p.m. Those planning to attend the lunch are asked to RSVP by Nov. 3 to the church office at 239-472-2173 or ...

Lee County launches new website at LeeFL.gov

Lee County Government launched a completely new website at a new web address, LeeFL.gov, designed to make it easier for residents to connect with their county government online. The new website, built in cooperation with CivicPlus, takes a task-first, resident-focused approach. The things residents look for most - paying bills, finding permits, reporting an issue - are now easier to reach and faster to use. And, because there are 12 Lee Counties across the U.S., the new LeeFL.gov address makes it clear that users are in the right place. The new site makes it easy for everyone to: • Enjoy a fresh, responsive design that makes it simple for residents to find what they need, ...

Local Sports & Recreation

FWC Lionfish Challenge sets a new standard

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission’s (FWC) annual Lionfish Challenge has come to an end, achieving record participation and lionfish removals since program inception, reflecting the growing statewide commitment to controlling invasive lionfish populations. During the ...

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Sanibel FlyFishers honors Joe Mahler with First Glossy Gold Medallion

At its first meeting of the season earlier this month, Sanibel FlyFishers presented its first Glossy Gold Medallion to longtime member and board member Joe Mahler, recognizing his remarkable contributions to fly fishing and the community. Introduced at the end of last year, the Sanibel ...

Sanibel Tropics receive $4,000 grant from Kiwanis Club

The Sanibel Tropics youth basketball program has received a $4,000 grant from the Kiwanis Club of Sanibel-Captiva Islands to support the continued growth of competitive youth basketball opportunities for island children. Sanibel Tropics founder and lead coach Dylan Murphy, along with ...

Letters to the Editor

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POI endorsement correction

To the editor: Progressives of the Islands published its 2026 election endorsements in this newspaper on Oct. 13. Since then, a new development has changed our endorsement in the Captiva Erosion Protection District Seat 1 race. That nonpartisan race, for a four-year term, is between ...

Business

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Lapi named 2026 Hotelier of the Year

Tony Lapi, Chairman of Sanibel Captiva Beach Resorts, has been named 2026 Hotelier of the Year by the Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association. The honor was presented Oc. 13 at the association’s Hospitality Stars of the Industry Gala at Opal Sol Resort in Clearwater. Lapi’s career on ...

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