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DI News History - September 12, 2019

FIFTEEN YEARS AGO In the Sept. 9, 2004 edition of the paper, the cover and centerfold features revolved around the services provided by Berkeley County as well as infrastructure projects for the county. The report included plans to renovate the old Kmart building located at the corner of U.S....

Shoreline spruce-up coming soon

The largest grant in Daniel Island Community Fund history is paving the way for a host of improvements to the island’s waterfront along the Wando River. And those changes will be coming soon, according to Jane Baker, vice president of community services for the Daniel Island Property Owners...

Daniel Island braces for Dorian's impact

Hurricane Dorian dampened holiday plans for many local residents and visitors. As Dorian stormed her way to a Category 5 near the Bahamas over the Labor Day weekend, the Charleston area officially started prepping for potential impacts here. At the time this issue went to print on Tuesday, the...

Help ECCO assemble Hurricane Preparedness Kits!

With hurricane season upon us, being prepared is vital to the safety of citizens throughout the Charleston region, especially those served by East Cooper Community Outreach (ECCO). This September, with the help from the community, ECCO will create and provide Hurricane Preparedness Kits for its...

DI News and its advertisers capture seven ad design awards

Each year the South Carolina Press Association recognizes the best newspaper print and digital advertising, the design and sales professionals who develop the ads, and the advertiser who runs the ad with the PALMY Awards. This year The Daniel Island News captured seven PALMY awards, including two...

DI’s Bob Uhler part of launch operation team that put first astronauts on the moon

Isn’t it amazing when you think about how each of our neighbors has a story? In the digital age, it’s easy to forgo connecting with people in-person, but this week, keep it in the back of your mind to make connections face-to-face. You never know what you might learn about someone. For instance,...

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...

Good eats and good deeds on Clements Ferry Road

New eateries are popping up on Clements Ferry Road with the explosion of growth and development in the area. Hungry travelers now have multiple options and can feel good about patronizing restaurants that nourish while giving back to the community. In July, local chain Dog and Duck Family Pubs...

Wasabi celebrates 10 years on Daniel Island

Wasabi of Daniel Island has been tantalizing taste buds with its fusion-style dishes since 2009. From the fresh sushi and sashimi, Chuka Lambchops grilled with Shinijang spices, to the Blue Fin Tuna with a 24k Gold garnish, Wasabi serves Daniel Island residents a truly authentic Japanese dining...

Healthy snacks - healthy teeth!

At the beginning of the 2018-2019 school year, we had a lot of discussion about healthy school snacks on the DI Moms Facebook page. Then the holidays hit with Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas, Valentine’s Day and Easter. As a society, we are no strangers to the constant onslaught from sugar. So...