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Charleston dad turns a simple newsletter into a nationwide community for fathers

When Adam Kunes became a dad, nobody handed him a roadmap. His friends were still grabbing drinks after work and booking golf outings. Meanwhile, he was at home learning how to soothe a crying baby and stepping into a version of life that felt both exciting and isolating. “It was amazing,” ...

SC House District 99 heads to runoff as Brooks, Gore vie to succeed Smith

The race to represent District 99 in the South Carolina House of Representatives, which includes Daniel Island and the rapidly growing Clements Ferry corridor in Berkeley County, isn't over yet. After a crowded Republican primary, Berkeley County Councilman Jarrod Brooks and Hanahan real estate...

Daniel Island scout restores camp trail for foster children

A Daniel Island scout is helping make the outdoors more accessible for children in foster care. Meredith Leeke, a Life Scout with Scouts BSA Troop 519 on Daniel Island, recently completed her Eagle Scout service project by restoring a heavily used trail at Three Rivers Respite, a Johns Island...

From Sinatra to Sweet Caroline, Charleston musician turns songs into smiles

Residents of Revela at Daniel Island assisted living community enjoyed sunshine on a cloudy day as they sang and swayed to popular music from the ’50s, ’60s, and ’70s on a rainy afternoon in May. Rob Lamp and his high-energy 45 RPM act lifted spirits with an upbeat mix of vocals, keyboards, and...

Summer nights done right

With school out and college students returning home for the summer, many young people are searching for ways to stay busy after the sun goes down. Fortunately, Charleston offers a variety of activities to help teens make the most of their summer nights...

Daniel Island entrepreneur pens new book for business leaders

Daniel Island resident and business strategist Peter Ricciardi has added a new title to his professional resume: author. His recently released book, “Mind Shift. Profit Lift.: Rewiring Your Entrepreneurial Brain for Greater Profitability, Growth, & Staying Power,” takes a different approach...

DI POA cautions residents about mosquitoes

The Daniel Island Property Owners' Association is cautioning area residents that the summer humidity and higher temperatures will lead to an increase in mosquito activity. In a press release, the POA said mosquitoes are typically most active at sunrise and sunset, or dawn and dusk, which can...

Proposed 71-townhome unit development up for review

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:...

The War on Sunscreen

Despite its wide recognition as an effective tool for skin cancer prevention, many Americans still say they aren’t sure how sunscreen works. In fact, confusion about its use and misinformation persist, especially on social media. According to a national survey conducted by Atomik Research on behalf...

Charleston Museum kids tours back for summer

The Charleston Museum, located at 360 Meeting Street, announced the return of Kid Tours every Wednesday from 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. in June and July. Designed to ignite the curiosity of young minds, the Kid Tours delve into the fascinating world of artifacts housed within The Charleston Museum's...