DI News History - March 16, 2017
TEN YEARS AGO - ISLANDERS RUN THEIR BUSINESSES FROM THEIR HOMES
In the March 15, 2007 edition of the paper our centerfold featured residents who work and run their businesses from their home. Featured businesses/islanders included: Educational Avenues, owned by Chip and Claire Law; artist Marina Cantlon; and interior designer Cici Moss. All three still maintain their businesses on the island!
In other news, Judy Jackson, a pioneering island leader, announced she was running for Berkeley County Council. A Daniel Island resident since 1997, Jackson ran as a Republican candidate for the District 2 seat on the Council. She was set to compete against fellow Republicans Tim Callanan, also of Daniel Island, Joel Hodges, Richard W. Smith and Paul Welborn in the April 17 primary. James Holliday was the lone Democratic primary candidate. Callanan would go on to win the seat. In business news, White - a boutique specializing in bridal gowns, special occasion dresses and personalized attention - officially opened its doors for business.
FIVE YEARS AGO - SECOND ANNUAL DANIEL ISLAND KITCHEN AND GARDEN TOUR
In the March 15, 2012 edition of the paper the cover and centerfold featured the Daniel Island Kitchen and Garden Tour, which was back for its second year to reconnect those two home havens. The event benefited the Charleston County Medical Society Alliance (CCMSA) and area organizations that provide critical healthcare services to Lowcountry communities in need.
In other news, readers overwhelming supported the Southern Ground Musical Festival’s inaugural year at the Charleston Battery’s stadium and grounds. According to the results of a survey posed to readers of The Daniel Island News, response to the event was overwhelmingly positive. Approximately 95.9 percent of Daniel Island residents who took the survey said they felt the weekend gathering had a positive impact on the community, and 96.7 percent reported they would like to see it return.