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South African native Elsa Dixon finds 'peace in my soul' on Daniel Island

Nearly a quarter century ago, Elsa Dixon left her South African homeland and arrived on Daniel Island with only two suitcases and $1,000. Looking for a new life as crime and political unrest escalated in South Africa following the end of apartheid, Dixon came to America as part of an...

Baked cookies, beard-tugging, and brandy

If you think Santa’s biggest challenge is squeezing down chimneys, think again. According to the jolly man who’s been spotted all over the Lowcountry this season, the real magic (and mayhem) of being Santa Claus happens long before Christmas Eve. From beard-tugging toddlers to gluten-free...

One week left!

You still have time to make history! Go to thedanielislandnews.com/bestof#// and pick the winners of the inaugural BEST OF DANIEL ISLAND 2026. Give the gift of your support and select your favorite finalists from categories ranging from best hairstylist, restaurant, happy hour, doctor,...

Cub Scouts sing holiday cheer for senior residents

Daniel Island Cub Scout Pack 519 kept its annual tradition alive on Monday, Dec. 8, bringing holiday cheer to the residents of Revela at Daniel Island (formerly The Oaks at Daniel Island) with an evening of caroling. Led by Cubmaster Matt Levin and coordinated by adult leader Ryan Roberts, the...

Money-saving tips to winterproof your wallet during the freeze

Staying comfortably warm from winter cold snaps in the South may not require winning the Powerball to pay a power bill. But it won't be cheap either. "My power bill last winter was painful." Those words come from Avery Wilks, who, in front of his bosses at the state's group of nonprofit...

Roundabout at River Landing, Seven Farms still undergoing approval process

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:...

5 festive safety tips for pet owners

The holiday season brings sparkling lights, cherished traditions and joyful gatherings with the people and pets you love most. As you deck the halls and prepare for cozy celebrations, it’s important to remember some of the magic of the season can also pose risks for curious cats and dogs. To...

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...

A bus full of bounty for those in need

On Fridays at Guggenheim Terrace on Daniel Island, long before the lunch crowd arrives, a familiar truck pulls into its spot beside CVS. It’s not a food truck. It’s not a pop-up boutique. It’s Nell, a retrofitted 1988 school bus painted in bright colors, packed with farm-fresh produce, artisan...

Booming Clements Ferry corridor to welcome new four-story MUSC medical center

For more than a year, drivers riding along the tail end of Clements Ferry Road have watched a steel skeleton rise, its walls filled in, and a massive structure take shape. That building is MUSC’s Clements Ferry Medical Pavilion, a project that broke ground in October 2024 and is now finished,...