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Feedback needed on housing and community development needs

Berkeley County is developing its 2026-2030 Consolidation Plan to assess affordable housing and community development needs and is looking for residents’ input on what should be priorities. The Consolidated Plan is a strategic plan that identifies goals to be accomplished through the county’s...

A healthier New Year: Simple nutrition resolutions that stick

As the new year begins, many Daniel Island residents are thinking about eating healthier, but the key to success isn’t a strict diet or drastic rules. The most sustainable changes are simple, realistic habits that fit into everyday life. One of the biggest nutrition mistakes people make in January...

DI daycare expansion, Cainhoy gas station up for city 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:...

Daniel Island Community Fund awards $75K to support ECCO

The Daniel Island Community Fund has awarded a $75,000 grant to East Cooper Community Outreach to support the continuation of critical programs and services for local neighbors facing financial hardship. Established to strengthen community well-being and support philanthropic initiatives on Daniel...

Salute! New restaurant brings life, flavor, and a taste of Italy back to a forgotten corner of Clements Ferry Road

If you want to know whether a restaurant is popular, don’t check the reviews – check the parking lot. On weekend evenings on Clements Ferry Road, that test tells the story before you ever step inside Salute Italian Restaurant. Night after night, the lot is packed. Not “a few cars” full, but every-...

New year, new rules SC updates liquor laws, taxes, and driving restrictions

As 2026 begins, South Carolina residents will notice several changes in laws that affect everything from taxes to driving and even their favorite local bars. LIQUOR LAWS One major update involves the state’s liquor liability laws. Beginning this year, if both a drunk driver and a bar are found...

As takeout takes over, restaurants rethink the traditional dine-in model

Dinner used to mean a table, menus, and a server asking, “Still working on those?” Now it’s more likely a phone in one hand, car keys in the other, and a notification that says, “Your order is ready.” Across Daniel Island and across the country, takeout isn’t just an option anymore. It’s the plan....

Charleston Restaurant Week spotlight: The Kingstide, where fine dining meets the water

With Charleston Restaurant Week starting Jan. 8-18, one of Daniel Island's restaurants comes into focus for a taste of fine dining on the island. The Kingstide, located at 32 River Landing Drive, paints a clear picture – one that touts waterfront views, thoughtful dishes, and a polished and...

Dining igloos keep outdoor meals warm on Daniel Island

Even chilly winter evenings don’t mean giving up on outdoor dining. On Daniel Island, The Kingstide has brought back a cozy twist to rooftop dining with heated igloo domes, letting diners enjoy the restaurant’s ambiance while staying warm and snug. “Dining in an igloo is a truly memorable...

Meyer Vogl Gallery marks 10-year artistic milestone

Meyer Vogl Gallery is marking a milestone in 2026, celebrating 10 years of exhibiting contemporary artists and cultivating a creative community grounded in connection, curiosity, and care. To commemorate the anniversary, the Daniel Island-based gallery has announced a 2026 exhibition program that...