Can You Spare A Little Blood?
Earlier this month the American Red Cross sent out an alert that the nation is facing a severe blood shortage. If you'd like to help out there are two blood drives coming to the Fort Myers Beach area over the next several weeks.
Ding Honored By FWS
In a recent virtual award ceremony, the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service Southeast Region honored the “Ding” Darling Wildlife Society-Friends of the Refuge with the 2021 Regional Director’s Friends Group of the Year award.
Taking Matters Into Their Own Hands
While the town of Fort Myers Beach battles street preacher Adam Lacroix in court and Lee County Deputies avoid him after losing a lawsuit for violating his free speech, local residents and restaurant customers are taking matters in to their own hands.
Reeling For Autism Raises Over $50K
This past Saturday a fishing tournament fundraiser called Reeling for Autism was held by Familiy Initiative at The Shrimp Dock & Grill. $50,314 was raised from catch-and-release tournament.
Those Mild Mannered Manatees
(By Kim Ryan) I’ve recently had the wonderful experience of kayaking on Estero Bay early Sunday mornings for the past few weeks. Each time I’ve been lucky enough to encounter an aggregation of Manatees. They are a treat to see in their natural habitat.
Staying Safe Around The Swimming Pool
(By Fire Chief Matt Love) Over the last couple of weeks we have felt the very warm temperatures typically felt in the summer months here in SW Florida. These warm temperatures have people looking for a place to cool off and there's nothing better than a nice cool swimming pool.
What A Difference One Year Makes
Here in Lee County things are rapidly getting back to normal. The latest numbers released from the TDC are from April, which shows just how much things have turned around in a year.
In Case You Missed Episode #170
School Board Member Chris Patricca gave us an update on, among other topics, the search for a new Superintendent. Sanibel City Manager Judy Zimomra is retiring after 20 years. We look back on her career, how she's been able to survive two decades in the manager's chair and what she has planned next. FACEBOOK YOUTUBE PODCAST IHEART SPOTIFY
4 Sanibel Council Members to Serve on League
The Florida League of Cities, an organization that represents Florida’s local governments, has appointed 4 Sanibel council members to various legislative policy committees. That will give Sanibel a big voice in the League's legislative agenda.
Important Water Workshop Next Week
Water quality is a huge topic here in Southwest Florida. Making sure our area is treated fairly when the Army Corps of Engineers approves a new Lake Okeechobee Operating Manual has been a top priority for elected officials throughout Lee County. Here's how you can also provide input.
SCCF Acquires Critical Habitat Off McGregor
The Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation has purchased three off-island properties on McGregor Boulevard near the Sanibel Causeway totaling over 25 acres. All three parcels contain mangrove forest with, or immediately adjacent to, tidally influenced waterways.
Kudos to Mayor Holly Smith
County Commissioners recently appointed City of Sanibel Mayor Holly Smith to the Lee County Tourist Development Council for a two-year term. This is her second appointment to the council. Smith is not only the Mayor of Sanibel, she's an owner/operator of hotel properties in Lee County.