You are considering a summer camp, but how to choose? There’s a camp that is ideally suited for every child, providing a summer of growth and fun whether your child attends a day or overnight camp, a specialized or traditional camp. With a little help from the camp professionals at the American...
Merriam-Webster’s online dictionary defines character as one of the attributes or features that make up and distinguish an individual. Character development is tricky. It isn’t something that can be learned from a textbook or in a lecture — it is learned through teachable moments and experiences....
Camp is a life-changing experience — one that’s possible for every child and every budget. Even though the experience is priceless, paying for it doesn’t have to be!
“I’m a great believer that you don’t have to go to the most expensive camp to have a great camp experience,” said Phil Lilienthal,...
Late winter feels more like spring. This week, the water temperature hit 63 degrees, which is unusually warm for early March. Like the water, the fishing is heating up. Baitfish (glass minnows, mud minnows and finger mullet) have returned to the shallows. Trout are moving out of their winter deep...
The inaugural class of the Berkeley County School District Ambassadors Academy had its first meeting on February 23 at Philip Simmons Elementary and Philip Simmons Middle Schools. Among those present were several key BCSD personnel: Superintendent Brenda Blackburn, Deputy Superintendent Archie...
On February 13, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (ACOE) wrapped up a public comment period regarding the proposal to create the largest saltwater mitigation bank in South Carolina history on the southwestern side of Daniel Island, bringing the conclusion of a proposal that has been in the works for...
TEN YEARS AGO - Behind the scenes at the DI News
In the March 8, 2008 edition of the paper we reported on how the paper is produced each week, from idea inception to completed product. Production of the paper involves a lot of planning, writing, photography, selling and designing ads, graphic...
TEN YEARS AGO - PORT SECURITY: DANIEL ISLAND/CAINHOY SITE SCREENS HIGH RISK CONTAINERS
In the March 1, 2007 edition of the paper we reported that 100 percent of the cargo coming through the Charleston Port is screened for anti-terrorism purposes, with 75 to 100 containers a week being screened at...
One of Fred Danziger’s few regrets is that he didn’t spend more time with his grandfather when he had the chance. Looking back, he wishes he had asked his grandfather questions about what it was like growing up in late 19th century Russia. Those lost moments have served as inspiration for Danziger...
At first glance, Earl Bridges looks every part the “Daniel Island Dad” with a bright smile, collared shirt, and a pick-up truck in which he drives his kid to school. But this Southern gentleman is also a force in international philanthropy.
Having grown up an Air Force “brat” and missionary kid,...