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DI News History - November 28, 2019

FIFTEEN YEARS AGO In the Nov. 25, 2004, edition of the paper, the cover and centerfold focused on Thanksgiving and giving back with features on Trident Literacy Association, the Coastal Community Foundation, and the Daniel Island Community Fund. In sports, there was a recap of Bishop England’s fall...

Mystery Photo Contest - November 28, 2019

The winner of the Mystery Photo Contest is Daniel Island resident Lola Hughey, who correctly identified last week’s photo as the artistic structure in between the two benches outside of the Church of the Holy Cross, located at Seven Farms Drive and Daniel Island Drive. Lola, who lives near Center...

Good Eats: Ali Baba serves delicious Greek and Mediterranean dishes

Ali Baba Deli & Catering boasts a menu featuring traditional Greek and Mediterranean dishes, such as chicken or beef shawarma, lamb kebobs, gyros and stuffed grape leaves, and uses the freshest ingredients to artfully craft dishes that are healthy and delicious. Owners Samir and Yasmeen...

Get inspired by simple, natural elements for holiday decor

Brianna Roberts, owner of Marigold Flower Cart, has a knack for making beautiful floral arrangements from everyday native clippings that can be found in your own backyard. Simplicity is the key as she aims to bring the outdoors in. Roberts was the guest speaker at the Daniel Island Garden Club’s...

Share the love during this season of giving

With the holidays right around the corner, this season of giving is the perfect time to help those in need. The Daniel Island Community Foundation, along with the Daniel Island Property Owners Association (POA) and the Daniel Island Community Fund (DICF), makes it easy to support local nonprofit...

Land use and zoning activities on Daniel Island

These are the issues being brought before the various City of Charleston boards and committees that are specific to land use and zoning on Daniel Island. All meetings are open for public comment except the TRC meetings. For more information on any of these proposed actions, including location and...

Charleston Basket Brigade on a mission to feed 3,500 families

The Charleston Basket Brigade (CBB) — a nonprofit committed to bringing the community together to provide Thanksgiving meals to local families in need — is gearing up for its 12th annual event. This year, the brigade continues the heartfelt mission to raise $105,000 in order to provide 3,500...

Contemporary artist Ignat Ignatov finds joy painting on location

Down a familiar path beside Pierce Park pool, Ignat Ignatov sets up his easel on the edge of the marsh and begins work. As he paints, your eyes are drawn to the palette, watching in anticipation of what might happen next, transfixed by the ease and grace with which he practices his craft. As the...

Mystery Photo Contest - November 21, 2019

The winner of the Mystery Photo Contest is Daniel Island resident Lorraine O’Halloran — one of multiple participants to correctly identify last week’s photo as the spiral staircase behind the local bridal shop, White on Daniel Island. She was selected in a random tie-breaker. Lorraine, who moved to...

DI News History - November 21, 2019

FIFTEEN YEARS AGO In the Nov. 18, 2004 edition of the paper, the cover and centerfold featured international adoptions and the Daniel Island connection, including profiles of the Santi and Flood families. In top news, former Lt. Blake announced that the police department was moving into its...