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🌱 How coyotes are outsmarting Sanibel’s latest sea turtle protection plan

Make time for Discover Beachcombing; 08/19/2026 - Sanibel, FL 2026 on the Sanibel Patch calendar

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Cheers Sanibel! We're back, helping you stay up to date with what's happening. Let's take on the day together! ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • How coyotes are outsmarting Sanibel's latest sea turtle protection plan
  • Want to see couture made from trash at Sundial this November?
  • Meet the new principal leading The Sanibel School this year

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!)

Weather forecast:

  • Tuesday: Mostly sunny and humid, with a high of 92 and low of 82 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Wednesday: A t-storm around in the p.m., temps: high: 90, low: 82.
  • Thursday: Partly sunny and humid, with a high of 89 and low of 82 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

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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🗓 Events Nearby

    Tuesday August 18
  • Public Safety Committee (PSC) 9:00 AM →
    Town of Fort Myers Beach - Town Hall - Council Chambers 6231 Estero Blvd. Fort Myers Beac
    9:00 am
  • In the Galleries - August and September 2026
    Alliance for the Arts 10091 McGregor Blvd., Fort Myers, FL, 33919, United States
    9:00 am
  • Hearing Examiner Hearings
    City of Cape Coral Public Calendar 1015 Cultural Park Blvd, Cape Coral, FL 33990
    9:00 am
  • Painting with Terry Lynn AM, PM and Evening (all levels)
    Alliance for the Arts 10091 McGregor Blvd., Fort Myers, FL, 33919, United States
    9:30 am

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Spent majority of the weekend canning spaghetti sauce.
    It'll be worth it later (it's pretty darn good), easy to boil noodles and add sauce. (Nextdoor South Sanibel)
  • Any recommendations for a Venice/Sarasota restaurant for a 100th birthday dinner?
    Especially something different from typical ... Thanks neighbors (Nextdoor Central Sanibel)
  • City of Sanibel posted a job opening for Wastewater Plant Operator Trainee - No Experience Required in Sanibel. Apply here.
  • Jimmy John's Franchise, LLC posted a job opening for In Shopper in Cape Coral. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Sanibel here.

Ok Sanibel! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

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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