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Pierce named to lead Charleston County emergency department

Charleston County Government selected Justin Pierce as its next director of emergency management. He assumed his role Dec. 2. “I am truly honored to have been chosen to lead the Charleston County Emergency Management Department and its talented team,” said Pierce in a statement. “I would like to...

4 ways to support local shelters during holiday season

The holidays are a time of giving, and there are few better ways to spread joy than by giving back to those in need in your community. Consider these impactful ways to support local shelters and make a difference this holiday season. Donate Essential Items to Shelters One of the most direct ways to...

Fa-la-la Lowcountry

It’s the most wonderful time of the year and Charleston is transforming into a winter wonderland. From sipping cocoa at tree lightings to strolling Christmas parades, don’t miss these must-attend holiday events on Daniel Island, Clements Ferry, Mount Pleasant, and around the City of...

New DICA board members to guide 2025 initiatives

The Daniel Island Community Association welcomed three directors to its board following a recent election. Andrea Sullivan, a returning director, is joined by newcomers Lou Valente and Mark Palchak. These three will begin their two-year terms on Jan. 1, 2025, succeeding retiring board...

$69M digital art revolution

Elon Musk charging into battle atop a Trump-like warlord. Kamala Harris basking in a pool of coconuts. These are the musings of Mike Winkelmann, a Charleston-based digital artist with 2 million followers and a gallery full of NFTs off Clements Ferry Road. Better known in the art...

One girl’s trash is another one’s treasure

I’ve always had a knack for being thrifty. Finding the best bang for my buck is almost a sport to me. Whether it’s hunting for deals or keeping an eye out for a buy-one-get-one steal, I’m a sucker for a good bargain. I recently explored Charleston’s secondhand scene, scouting the...

DI shines pink to support breast cancer patients

This fall, Daniel Island was a plethora of pink as local women gathered to raise money for breast cancer survivors. On Oct. 28, with golf clubs and tennis rackets in hand, Lowcountry ladies took swings to help local breast cancer patients. The Swing, an annual favorite among locals,...

New housing and commercial plans unveiled for Point Hope

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. ...

Pop your way to a cozy holiday party

Holiday celebrations tend to bring out everyone’s best and brightest, and this year you can pair the sparkle and magic of the season with the heartwarming comfort of cozy foods. Eye-catching decor boasting holiday reds, greens and golds becomes even more inviting when complemented by favorite...

Don’t miss Holiday Movie Night and more

’Tis the season – at last! And the local holiday events are aplenty with something for everyone. Kick off the festivities with the annual Holiday Movie Night, sponsored by the Daniel Island School PTA in partnership with the Daniel Island Community Fund, on Smythe Lawn, Thursday, Dec. 5, 5-7 p.m....