Oct10
On Friday, there were World War II Coast Artillery programs at the fort on Sullivan’s Island. On Saturday, reenactors and rangers wore uniforms from the Revolutionary, Mexican, Civil and Spanish-American wars, and World War II.
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On Friday, there were World War II Coast Artillery programs at the fort on Sullivan’s Island. On Saturday, reenactors and rangers wore uniforms from the Revolutionary, Mexican, Civil and Spanish-American wars, and World War II.
If you’ve ever visited one of the Lowcountry beaches, you understand their appeal. The beautiful scenery, sunny shores and pristine beach homes mixed with usually perfect weather is hard to resist. As relaxing as the beach may be, the ocean water is very dangerous this time of year.
Labor Day is right around the corner but that does not mean your summer has to come to an end. If you’re thinking about moving to the Charleston area or simply want to take a first class vacation, there are still numerous vacation packages available to the Charleston area. If you are planning on flying […] ↓ Read the rest of this entry…
It’s National Lighthouse Day, and the event is being marked with an open house at Charleston Light on Sullivan’s Island at the edge of Charleston Harbor. The National Park Service, which administers the light, says the grounds, keeper quarters and boat house are open from 10 a.m. through 2 p.m. Saturday (TODAY!). Because of safety […] ↓ Read the rest of this entry…
It’s hurricane season in the Lowcountry—are you prepared? Although a major hurricane hasn’t hit South Carolina since Hugo in 1989, it’s always important to remain educated and aware of the possibilities. The Charleston area sits on the coast, which means the area is at risk for hurricane attacks.
he book that made Sullivan’s Island famous has a sequel: Return to Sullivan’s Island. The New York Times Best-Selling author and Charleston area native, Dorthea Benton Frank, will be debuting her new book at the College of Charleston Bookstore. The event starts at 12 p.m. on Tuesday, June 30.
Watch the video on 1723 Middle St. This is a home I recently featured as a “great buy” for Sullivan’s Island. http://video.yahoo.com/watch/5020561/13354602
The Park plans to use its new ownership of the lighthouse to help aid in its preservation. Built in the early 1960s, the lighthouse was the last of its kind to be constructed by the United States Government.
The town of Sullivan’s Island is in the process of dealing with the noise on its 3 1/2 block commercial district. Residents of the town are looking for a more quiet and subdued Island. However, because the island is so close to the beach it is a very popular place for visitors. Issues like safety, […] ↓ Read the rest of this entry…
The 19th annual Beach Sweep/River Sweep is 9 a.m.-noon Sept. 8 on Daniel Island at the Children’s Park on River Landing Drive. Audubon South Carolina volunteers and Daniel Island residents will clean the along the Wando River. Last year approximately 800 pounds of trash was collected along the Wando River’s edge. For more information about […] ↓ Read the rest of this entry…