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You may have heard of the Swamp Fox Francis Marion. But Oscar Marion?

Daniel Island Historical Society members and supporters stepped back in time on the evening of Sept. 15 to hear the story of a man enslaved to legendary 18th-century military commander and Berkeley County native Francis Marion. Dressed in period attire, author and historian Joseph McGill of...

True-life villains and a killer safari fill October’s book list

The nonfiction selections this month are both stunners. They get my strongest recommendation. “American Scoundrel: Roy Cohn's Dark Journey from Joe McCarthy to Donald Trump” by Kai Bird. A biography of one of the vilest, but impactful, people of our time. Roy Cohn was a liar and a cheater. He...

Point Hope multifamily development to be reviewed

Here are the developments before the various City of Charleston boards and committees this week, 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-sc.gov/agendacenter. UPCOMING:...

Mayor’s State of the City stop on DI Oct. 20

The City of Charleston’s State of Our City tour continues on Daniel Island Tuesday, Oct. 20. Residents will hear directly from Mayor William Cogswell, their Councilmembers, and local leaders about specific projects underway in their area, including infrastructure, public safety, and quality-of-life...

Berkeley Co. awarded $50,665 to support crime victims

The Berkeley County Sheriff’s Office was awarded $50,665 through the Supplemental Allocation for Victim Services (SAVS) program, as a part of more than $29 million in federal and state grants awarded to organizations and agencies that provide services to crime victims across South Carolina. “...

SEWE tickets on sale for 45th season

The ever-popular Southeastern Wildlife Exposition, better known as SEWE, returns to Charleston Feb. 12-14, 2027 or its 45th annual showcase. Celebrating wildlife and the great outdoors through fine art, live entertainment and special events since its inaugural event in 1983, SEWE has grown into a...

Bishop England senior embodies the spirit of Daniel Island Buddy Walk, celebrating Down syndrome on Oct. 18

Maybelle Biffle-Piepmeier has plans. The Bishop England High School senior wants to go to college, study meteorology, intern at a TV station, become a weather reporter, live on her own, and someday come home to two golden retrievers and a cat. First, though, she has a state championship to...

Mark your calendar! Bark in the Park 2026 set for Sat., Oct 24

In just over two weeks, it will be the paw-ty of the year! The Daniel Island News is preparing for the 6th annual Bark in the Park celebration at DI's Waterfront Park. Grab a morning coffee, bring your family and furry friends, and join in the fun. The event starts at 10 a.m. and will...

DI residents bring art, advocacy together for My Sisters House

Two Daniel Island residents are teaming up for a night of art at the Gibbes Museum that will also raise money for survivors of domestic violence and their children. Mary Nemeth, director of development for My Sister’s House, and Kacey Gustafson, founder and creative director of CINÉ Creative...

Longtime toy store WonderWorks nearly doubles Mount Pleasant space

After 36 years in Mount Pleasant, WonderWorks toy store is expanding its footprint and making room for even more imagination. The longtime toy store recently expanded into the adjacent space at Belle Hall Shopping Center, growing from 3,500 to 6,000 square feet full of toys, games, books, and...