DI News History - March 7, 2019

FIFTEEN YEARS AGO

The March 4, 2004 issue of The Daniel Island News featured an article about the construction of the new Daniel Island School. Former Berkeley County Superintendent Chester Floyd confirmed that there was a 12 month delay in constructing the new facility. The timing and development of the new K-8 school changed numerous times, as plans were tweaked.

“This school is going to be very unique, anyone with school-aged children that wants the best for their child will want to come here,” stated Floyd in 2004. “I expect this school to be the Lighthouse of the Lowcountry, and as an educational facility and in academic performance there will be none stronger.”

Also in school news, it was reported that the Hanahan Elementary School PTA auction fundraiser raised over $11,000. It was also reported that Daniel Island Academy was on track for an Aug. 2, 2004 opening.

TEN YEARS AGO

In our March 5, 2009 edition, the centerspread article spotlighted HALOS (Helping and Lending Outreach Support), a local public/private partnership that provides needed resources and services to disadvantaged children, such as sending them to summer camp. According to HALOS volunteers, a camp experience gives abused and neglected kids an opportunity to enrich their lives in a safe environment. In addition to summer camps, HALOS funds gifts for the children’s birthdays and holidays, school uniforms and backpacks, bedding, and basic necessities such as toiletries and clothing.

Also in the news was an announcement that the Daniel Island Farmers Market was set to debut in April that year. And it was also reported that flood insurance rates were to increase due to reclassification of flood zones.

FIVE YEARS AGO

Spring break was the theme of the March 6, 2014 issue of The Daniel Island News. In addition to the centerspread article showcasing some exciting options provided from island business Vail Travel, such as trips to Disney World or cruises, there was also an article with results from a reader survey in which readers were asked to share their thoughts, memories and opinions about spring break.

Also, there was a picture collage of Daniel Island Historical Society members and supporters as they embarked on a “field trip and bus tour” to downtown Charleston to learn more about the life and artistry of the late Master Blacksmith Philip Simmons, who was born on Daniel Island in 1912.