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Daniel Island namesake and Barbados colonial roots explored in new book

Authors Margaret “Peg” Eastman and Robert Stockton knew they had a unique and important story to tell – one that traces Barbados’ deep and personal ties to Charleston’s earliest days. “People have written about the connections between Barbados and Carolina, but nobody ever wrote about the...

Daniel Island author explores the mind of a sociopath in new thriller

Most Wednesday nights at the Daniel Island Library are quiet – except in the back room, where writers are casually talking about sociopaths, oil fields, and the mechanics of psychological manipulation as if it’s just another step in character development. That’s where Daniel Island author Steve...

Primary election deadlines fast approaching

The 2026 South Carolina Primary Elections will be Tuesday, June 9, and voter registration deadlines are this week. To vote, state law requires a person to register at least 30 days prior to an election. Voters do not register by political party in South Carolina and may vote in either primary...

Thoughtful gift ideas for Mother’s Day

To show your mom just how much she means to you, choose a Mother’s Day gift that reflects her interests and passions. As you’re looking for the perfect gift, consider these thoughtful ideas that will touch her heart. Personalized Gifts Show your mom how much she means to you by giving a gift...

More DI road paving planned

The resurfacing of roads in the general Daniel Island area continues this week. Below are the latest updates for the Berkeley County Resurfacing Project: • Tonight (5/4): Resurfacing on Island Park Drive (north of the Fairbanks Drive roundabout) • Tuesday night (5/5): Resurfacing on Island Park...

Congratulations! The Best of Daniel Island 2026

The 2026 Best of Daniel Island magazine is now available. Look for it inside this week's edition of The Daniel Island News or pick it up at one of your favorite stores or restaurants. We will announce shortly when the 2026 Best of Daniel Island will be published and available online. Congrats to...

MUSC leaders say Clements Ferry health pavilion seeing strong growth

Months after opening along one of the region’s fastest-growing corridors, MUSC Health officials say their new Clements Ferry Pavilion is seeing strong patient demand and is growing into its targeted role as a community healthcare hub. What was once a steel frame rising off Clements Ferry Road...

A fast rise

The flour still clung to his hands when the results came in – half a world away from Clements Ferry Road, under the bright lights of the International Pizza Expo in Las Vegas, and then just days later, at the World Pizza Championship in Parma, Italy. For Pizza A Modo Mio owner Michael Pitera,...

Updates on e-bikes, new fire station, and pedestrian bridge

Greetings, I wanted to give an update on a few things that are happening at the City. First, we had our first reading of our pending e-bike ordinance last week. That ordinance does a few things. 1) It clarifies the difference between a moped, an e-moto, and an e-bike. 2) It makes it illegal to...

Berkeley County leads number of scam reports in tri-county area

Scammers are evolving and so are their methods. From the comfort of a local grocery store to late-night phone calls, criminals are finding new ways to drain bank accounts and steal identities, often targeting older adults in South Carolina. While vigilance has increased, fraudsters are hitting...