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Also on today's calendar: Discover Beachcombing; 08/26/2026 - Sanibel, FL 2026 and 5 more events.
Today's riddle: Why did the man leave his watch in the bank? 🤔 (Answer below!)
1. Coyotes thwarting sea turtle nest decoy effort on Sanibel and Captiva islands (wusf.org) — Coyotes are raiding up to 42% of sea turtle nests on Sanibel and Captiva beaches, despite an intensive decoy experiment on Bowman's Beach. Researchers and the City of Sanibel are now testing every state-approved method and funding a costly coyote study, while residents are urged to report sightings through the city's online portal.
2. Trash-to-fashion conservation show to return (captivasanibel.com) — A conservation-themed fashion show is coming back to Sundial Beach Resort & Spa on Sanibel this Nov. 4, turning recycled materials into runway couture. Hosted by the 'Ding' Darling Wildlife Society, the REVIVE! Trash-To-Fashion event will fund refuge habitat restoration and education, then spin off into free exhibitions on Sanibel and at Fort Myers' Tribby Arts Center.
3. Who are the new principals in Lee County schools this year? (naplesnews.com) — Families connected to The Sanibel School will see a leadership change as veteran administrator Thomas Millins becomes principal, following Jennifer Lusk's resignation and interim service by assistant principal Jill Gurgal. The article also maps out a wide shuffle of principals and assistant principals across Lee County schools that could affect where Sanibel students attend for middle and high school.
4. 10 of the strongest hurricanes ever to strike the US mainland (morningoverview.com) — Sanibel appears in this look at the ten strongest U.S. hurricanes through Hurricane Ian's devastating 10–15 foot surge and the Sanibel Causeway failure that cut off road access. The piece mainly surveys major storms nationwide, explaining how pressure, wind and surge define their strength and long-term impacts.
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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: So he could save time! (Thank you Lorraine S. for sending it in!)
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