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Peace, love and a lot of trophies

Spotlights. Swagger. And 175 dancers who know how to bring the heat. Organizers said Peace Love Hip Hop’s competition season was nothing short of electric, as the Daniel Island dance studio took to stages across the Southeast with bold choreography, powerhouse performances, and a culture...

Man charged with trafficking meth, LSD after stadium arrest

On May 23, Berkeley County Sheriff Duane Lewis announced the arrest of an Ohio man who was charged with the possession of narcotics at Credit One Stadium on Daniel Island. Russell Hodgkinson, 51, was charged with possession with the intent to distribute methamphetamine, possession of a...

DI man arrested on four charges of sexual exploitation of a minor

On June 2, South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson announced the arrest of 34-year-old Thomas Parr Flood of Daniel Island on four charges of sexual exploitation of a minor second degree. Detectives with the South Carolina Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force teamed up with the...

Map data 2025: Google, Maxar Technologies The location of a future subdivision and development at 2815 Clements Ferry Road is identified by the pin drop. It is planned near Sportsman Island.

Sportsman Island development continues with new submittal

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. UPCOMING...

National opioid settlement fund available for nonprofits

Berkeley County has received an installment of $707,968.64 as part of a $26 billion national opioid settlement. The county plans to distribute its portion of funds to local organizations and agencies helping fight the opioid epidemic here at home. Eligible organizations and nonprofits may apply...

Downtown juvenile curfew ordinance could become law

Recently, Charleston City Council passed the first reading of a juvenile curfew ordinance for downtown Charleston that could become law. The second reading is slated for the June 17 council meeting. According to city officials, over the past year, the Charleston Police Department has responded to...

Exchange Club’s Field of Honor flags wave again

The annual sea of Old Glory waving in the wind down the River Landing Drive median will again honor the heroes of the Daniel Island community in 2025. The Exchange Club of Daniel Island will host its Field of Honor display featuring 1,000-plus United States flags from June 14 to July 6. Dedicated...

Daniel Island POA office closes temporarily

The building in which the Daniel Island Property Owners’ Association office is located at 130 River Landing Drive will be undergoing construction starting Monday, June 9. As a result, the POA office will be closed to the public from June 9-13. The POA plans to reopen the office for in-person visits...

BEHS valedictorian Lily Runkle heading to the Big Apple

Bishop England High School valedictorian Lily Runkle and salutatorian Owen Fritts have not only aced their academics but also exemplified what it means to lead with heart, humility, and faith. Runkle is the top academic student in the class of 2025 and now has her college sights set on New...

Musician Parker Sullivan tapped Philip Simmons’ valedictorian

Philip Simmons High School’s Class of 2025 crossed the stage at the North Charleston Coliseum on Friday, May 30, marking a proud milestone for the 170 graduates. The Iron Horses are galloping full speed into bright futures as the class earned over $11 million in scholarships, including $10,...