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Quiet week for area development, few items moving through city boards

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. UPCOMING: TECHNICAL REVIEW COMMITTEE April 24: No items relating to Daniel Island or...

Charleston recognized as a Top 100 Best Place to Live in 2025

Charleston has earned a coveted spot among the nation's most livable cities, according to livability.com. The online publication released its 2025 Top 100 Best Places to Live list, showcasing the nation's most vibrant and livable small- to mid-sized cities, and the list, now in its 12th year of...

Park Pursuits: SC parks featured for National Park Week

National Park Week is rolling in from April 19 to April 27 – and there’s no better time to celebrate America’s love for the open road and the great outdoors. To mark the occasion, Gunther Volvo Coconut Creek launched a family-focused poll, asking: Which national park would most want to visit this...

Five healthy habits to help reduce stress

Between work, family obligations and a constantly changing world, people in the United States are stressed. In fact, U.S. workers are among the most stressed in the world, according to a State of the Global Workplace study. While some stress is unavoidable and can be good for you, constant or...

Charleston Police named top agency in 2024

The City of Charleston announced the Charleston Police Department has been named the 2024 Agency of the Year by the South Carolina Law Enforcement Network. The recognition highlights CPD’s aggressive, data-driven approach to fighting impaired driving which has been one of the top public safety...

The quack drop is back!

This isn’t your average day at the park: 30,000 rubber ducks are about to turn the Wando River into a floating frenzy. This year, the Charleston Duck Race is not only making a splash; it’s throwing a full-on carnival. Set your calendar and fluff your feathers; the Rotary Club...

Charleston police reports overall drop in crime in 2024

The Charleston Police Department reported a reduction in crime throughout the city, including Daniel Island and the Clements Ferry area, according to its recently released 2024 annual report. Charleston police reported a 10.7% drop in overall crime compared to the five-year average. ...

Whimsy, wonder, and a worthwhile cause

With its bright colors and spinning motion, the pinwheel is meant to represent the carefree joy of childhood – a symbol of hope for safe and happy lives for all children. It’s why the Exchange Club of Daniel Island plants pinwheels each April to mark National Child Abuse Prevention Month...

Little Pineapples therapy helps children flourish, thrive through play

Little Pineapples Play Therapy, a pediatric occupational therapy company, recently opened on Daniel Island. Owner Alexa Gerham, a pediatric occupational therapist, says her mission is to provide personalized, child-centered occupational therapy through a wide range of services tailored to...

Multistory apartment development near Bishop England seeks site approval extension

Here are the developments before the various City of Charleston boards and committees this week specific to Daniel Island and the Cainhoy area. More detailed agendas and results can be found at charleston-sc.gov/agendacenter. UPCOMING: TECHNICAL REVIEW COMMITTEE April 17: Davis...