News

The fight for our green future

On February 13, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (ACOE) wrapped up a public comment period regarding the proposal to create the largest saltwater mitigation bank in South Carolina history on the southwestern side of Daniel Island, bringing the conclusion of a proposal that has been in the works for...

DI News History - March 9, 2017

TEN YEARS AGO - Behind the scenes at the DI News In the March 8, 2008 edition of the paper we reported on how the paper is produced each week, from idea inception to completed product. Production of the paper involves a lot of planning, writing, photography, selling and designing ads, graphic...

DI News History - March 2, 2017

TEN YEARS AGO - PORT SECURITY: DANIEL ISLAND/CAINHOY SITE SCREENS HIGH RISK CONTAINERS In the March 1, 2007 edition of the paper we reported that 100 percent of the cargo coming through the Charleston Port is screened for anti-terrorism purposes, with 75 to 100 containers a week being screened at...

Bridging Generations: 2nd Annual Intergenerational Forum to be held March 7

One of Fred Danziger’s few regrets is that he didn’t spend more time with his grandfather when he had the chance. Looking back, he wishes he had asked his grandfather questions about what it was like growing up in late 19th century Russia. Those lost moments have served as inspiration for Danziger...

DI resident launches 'Good All Over' global reality TV program

At first glance, Earl Bridges looks every part the “Daniel Island Dad” with a bright smile, collared shirt, and a pick-up truck in which he drives his kid to school. But this Southern gentleman is also a force in international philanthropy. Having grown up an Air Force “brat” and missionary kid,...

Casting out challenges in exchange for simple fun!

Fishing is an interesting pasttime. It can be very challenging, highly complex and extremely technical. But, it can also be relaxed, simple and fun. On Saturday, I fished with Alex Graudin and we opted for the latter. Alex is six years old and was hoping to catch his first ever Redfish. Our plan...

Celebrities 'golf for good' at 5th Annual NEEDTOBREATHE Classic

For the fifth year, musicians and athletes will grab their golf clubs for a good time and an even greater cause at the annual NEEDTOBREATHE Classic on Monday, March 27 at the Daniel Island Club. This one-of-a-kind event includes a day of golf on both the nationally ranked Beresford and Ralston...

Local artist showcases African American history and culture

In honor of Black History month in February, the Daniel Island Library hosted a series of presentations focusing on the important history and culture of the African American community in the Lowcountry. The final program in the series, presented by Wadmalaw Island resident and artist Bernadette...

Engagin creative minds at DIS!

Creative energy was flowing among a group of sixth grade students at Daniel Island School during a recent program led by local attorney, mediator and children’s book author Catherine Wilhoit, Esq. The session was made possible through Engaging Creative Minds (ECM), a non-profit organization that...

Lessons learned from Hurricane Matthew

The winds have long since died down, emergency shelters have been closed, and lofty piles of trees and other debris have been hauled away, but memories of Hurricane Matthew and its impact on the local community still linger. What were the hits and misses of the October 2016 event from a...