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Animal society launches Lifesaving Express to move animals to safety

The Charleston Animal Society has added a new tool to its rescue efforts: a cargo van dubbed the Lifesaving Express, a fully outfitted Ram ProMaster donated by the Shelly Leeke Law Firm to support animal transport across the Lowcountry and beyond. The van offers more than 500 cubic feet of...

DINA election underway digitally

The Daniel Island Neighborhood Association is currently holding its Board of Directors election for president, vice-president, secretary, and treasurer. Officers are elected every two years. There are no candidates for secretary, so write-in nominations are being accepted. If secretary...

3 DIS students place in District spelling bee

Three Daniel Island School students placed in the top nine of the Berkeley County Schools District annual spelling bee, qualifying them to compete in the regional competition in February. Isabella Cowan, a DIS sixth grader, placed seventh, with seventh-grader Charlotte Hamlett No. 8; and seventh-...

Fire destroys detached garage on DI

A fire destroyed a detached garage at 965 Etiwan Park Street on Daniel Island Saturday afternoon as Charleston city fire crews closed off a section of the street to put out the flames. Sirens were heard around 12:30 p.m. on Jan. 24, as City of Charleston fire trucks and emergency vehicles...

How To Choose and Care for a Live Holiday Tree

Though artificial Christmas trees have come a long way, few things compare to the fresh scent and natural beauty of a live tree. Whether your family picks out a real tree as an annual tradition or this is your first time considering a live tree for the holidays, this guidance can help you choose...

5 ways to make holidays simply wonderful

There’s no magic quite like the holidays through the eyes of a child. The season brings countless special moments and opportunities to make lifelong memories, from enjoying tasty holiday treats to exploring traditions with the family. Infuse your festive moments with some extra magic this season...

Bishop England, Philip Simmons to renew sports rivalry after one-year absence

On Sept. 20, 2024, officials from Bishop England and Philip Simmons high schools announced that the schools would no longer compete against each other in any school-related sports. The sports flashpoint occurred a week earlier when BE canceled its B-team and junior varsity games against the...

DI Publix sets date to reopen in December

After a year-long remodel and renovation, Daniel Island's lone grocery store will be reopening in just over two weeks on Wednesday, December 3. The Publix on Seven Farms Drive is expected to open its doors at 7 a.m. with a new building that is almost double its original size at just over 50,300...

Black Friday redefined

Once a one-day shopping extravaganza defined by long lines and doorbuster deals, Black Friday has transformed into a season of rolling discounts and fading excitement. Many retailers like Amazon and Walmart are holding early Black Friday events starting in mid-November According to new research...

Read all about it! Heartfelt tributes to retiring Daniel Island News founder Sue Detar

Readers, advertisers, staff, and community members share their thoughts on Suzanne Detar, the retiring founder and former publisher of The Daniel Island News, who is starting a new chapter in life after leading the newspaper for 22 years.... Delivering papers starts with wrapping them. The...