News

Readers speak out about CARTA bus services from DI

As the weather warms and spring approaches, event season on Daniel Island will soon heat up as well. With concerts, the Charleston Open tennis tourney, and more, traffic to and from the island can be prohibitive, especially with the Beresford Creek bridge closed through the coming sring...

College regatta racing sets sail at the Daniel Island waterfront

Sea breezes, tactical decisions, expert boating maneuvers, high speeds, and the competitive college sailing spirit will be on full display March 9 along the Daniel Island waterfront. Six college qualifiers, including the Citadel and Clemson University sailing teams, will compete in the fast...

Get out on the water with these boat launch options

The coastal water in and around the Lowcountry is a known haven for boating and fishing enthusiasts. As the weather gets warmer and boating season approaches, Daniel Island and Clements Ferry residents have a variety of options to get out on the water for maritime adventures. For...

MarineMax boat dealership seeking expansion on Sportsman Island

Sportsman Island, a haven for boat enthusiasts, is seeking to get an upgrade with a new expanded showroom. Located at 152 Sportsman Island Drive, MarineMax Charleston will add the showroom to its existing boat dealership at the same location. “This facility is being built for [...

DIS students advocate for classmates with special needs

Thanks to a student-led effort, Berkeley County Council voted unanimously to approve $100,000 for Daniel Island School to fund handicap-accessible playground equipment for special needs students and expand the school’s community sensory garden. The effort to secure the funding got underway...

Hundreds of multifamily units planned for Point Hope move through TRC

This week there are several developments coming before the various City of Charleston boards and committees. Below are those items as well as results, if any, from the prior week’s items specific to Daniel Island and the Cainhoy area. More detailed agendas and results can be found at charleston-...

South Carolina Aquarium releases 400th sea turtle

Recently, the South Carolina Aquarium proudly released its 400th rehabilitated sea turtle. Jim — a juvenile green sea turtle named in memory of a beloved Aquarium colleague who passed away last year — was joined by nine other sea turtles completing their own journey home from Little Talbot Island...

Partial closure of Fairchild Street

A portion of 100 Fairchild Street on Daniel Island will see a temporary lane closure starting Wednesday, March 6. The City of Charleston lane closure is expected to be through Friday, March 8, however, that schedule could be impacted by inclement weather and may extend the closure through Monday,...

Meet the DI, Cainhoy area 2023-24 Teachers of the Year

Behind every successful student is a teacher who believes in his or her potential. While students often get credit for their hard work, the Teacher of the Year award recognizes the county’s exemplary educators who offer academic innovation and have a positive impact on those they teach...

Berkeley County establishes Conservation and Greenbelt Advisory Commission

With the aim of preserving the county’s natural resources, Berkeley County Council voted to establish the Berkeley County Conservation and Greenbelt Advisory Commission. The ordinance creating the commission passed on Feb. 26, though the idea for the commission traces back to Aug. 8, 2022...