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Road Resurfacing Begins on Daniel Island

Patching and resurfacing road improvements are planned for Daniel Island until April 27. Work is planned 8 pm to 6 am on River Landing Drive and Fairchild Street, and 7 pm to 6 am on Delahow Street and Island Park Drive. Schedules are subject to change based on weather. Wed. night, April...

Restored historic Sanders House rooted in things of the past

Samuel Sanders must have been proud of the home he built more than 160 years ago beneath a canopy of majestic live oaks in what is now known as the Hopewell neighborhood of Point Hope. He left a plank of wood bearing his name within the framework. It’s just one of several historic treasures...

Residents press leaders for answers on Clements Ferry growth at packed forum

On a stretch of road that many residents say already feels like it’s bursting at the seams, nearly 200 people packed into a multipurpose room at Philip Simmons Elementary on March 30, hoping for clarity about what comes next along Clements Ferry Road. After more than two hours of questions,...

E-waste recycling drop-off located at Daniel Island Library for Earth month

Island residents have a new way to get rid of old electronics during Earth Month, thanks to a Palmetto Goodwill drop-off site at the Daniel Island Library. Palmetto Goodwill is expanding its electronics recycling campaign with 12 new community donation bins placed at familiar neighborhood spots...

Volunteers uncover marsh debris at Greatest Charleston Cleanup on Daniel Island

On April 4, Daniel Island residents spread out across roadways and marshes for the Greatest Charleston Cleanup, uncovering more than just typical litter. Alongside bottles and wrappers, volunteers pulled larger debris from the marsh – metal scraps and even parts of a grill – likely fallen from...

The science behind that perfect spring smell

Besides warmer weather, what is your favorite part of spring? Is it the flowers with all their vibrant colors? Maybe it’s the sounds as new bird species arrive. For this writer, the best part of spring might actually be the smells. Spring air in the Lowcountry is full of glorious aromas, and...

Troop 519 recognizes rank advancements, merit badges at Court of Honor

On March 25, Scouts BSA Troop 519 gathered at Church of the Holy Spirit for its semi-annual Court of Honor, recognizing a season of accomplishments, growth, and outdoor adventure. The evening began with the presentation of the colors and the Pledge of Allegiance, followed by Scouts leading...

Reimagining Our Kids Say corner

If you’re an avid reader of The Daniel Island News, you may have noticed something missing from our pages over the past few weeks. From the very beginning in 2003, a special corner of our paper has been dedicated to the voices of our youngest residents. Kids Say has been a weekly tradition...

City meetings quiet after holiday weekend

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. RESULTS:...

Earth Month events continue in the Lowcountry

As part of April’s Earth Month, events celebrating conservation efforts continue across the Lowcountry. Lowcountry Land Trust, a nonprofit committed to conserving Lowcountry landscapes and waterways for current and future generations, invites residents across Charleston to take part in Lowcountry...