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Construction is underway on a build-to-rent luxury townhome community on 5.5 acres in Nowell Creek Village.

Holder Properties announces a partnership with East West Partners and SilverCap Partners to develop a purpose-built rental townhome community on 5.5 acres in Nowell Creek Village. The marsh-front community will feature premier amenities and three and four-bedroom units with attached garages.

Holder Properties said in a news release that it has partnered with East West Partners to develop the project. SilverCap Partners provided majority equity for the project, with construction financing provided by Georgia Banking Co. Patterson Real Estate Advisory Group led the capital raise and debt placement process, the release stated.

The project is the latest phase of Holder’s broader development plans at Nowell Creek Village on Daniel Island. Holder Properties purchased the 36-acre site between Nowell Creek and Beresford Creek in 2019 and set out to create a mixed-use community surrounded by the natural environment.

The waterfront community is currently home to Marshside, a Class A office building owned and managed by Holder, as well as a 320-unit multifamily project under construction by Middle Street Partners. Boutique retail, as well as a community park and dock, are in the planning and permitting phases, the release stated.

“We’ve owned this land for nearly five years and have been intentional about its purpose and our partners,” Will Menkes, president of Holder Properties, said in the release. “Limited residential inventory, coupled with high demand to live on Daniel Island, has created a strong need for purposefully built rental homes that provide access to the island’s great schools and amenities. The ability to move this project forward in today’s challenging macroeconomic environment speaks volumes about the merits of this project and the team assembled to bring it to life.”

East West Partners is a luxury developer “devoted to supporting high-quality real estate and lifestyle experiences.” On Daniel Island, they also developed The Waterfront, a luxury 22-acre community featuring residences, retail and community amenities.

“This new townhome community within Nowell Creek Village represents an incredible opportunity for East West Partners to expand our portfolio into the build-to-rent market and continue addressing the demand for luxury residences on Daniel Island,” East West Partners Managing Partner Miller Harper said in the release. “With interest in the lifestyle that Daniel Island affords at an all-time high, we are excited to bring to market a project that aligns with our values of offering high-quality real estate with a focus on community.”

The first units are expected to be ready in spring 2025, the release said.

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The Credit One Charleston Open sold out its premium seating packages more than one month in advance of the tournament, which begins on Daniel Island in Charleston, S.C. on Saturday, and is pacing ahead of its general ticketing targets, according to Bob Moran, Tournament Dir & President of Beemok Sports and Entertainment. Moran said the tournament has exceeded last year’s ticket sales (which he declined to disclose) and is targeting a 10% increase; he hopes to hit that goal ahead of the weekend, adding that the event typically sees an 8-10% ticket sales bump from walk-ups.

The tournament has also seen a sponsorship bump in recent years. Two dozen sponsors are signed on for the 2024 edition, including new partners in Fifth Third Bank

and supplement provider Thorne. Fifth Third is the official bank of the Beemok Capital-owned Cincinnati Open and title sponsors two WTA 125 events at LTP Mount Pleasant in March and November. Moran said all the Credit One Charleston Open’s new sponsor agreements pay at least $125,000 annually, and, depending on the deal, include elements such as courtside branding, on-site activations and commercial packages on Tennis Channel (from which Beemok buys ad inventory to package into its partnerships).

“There was a time when we would scramble to get as many partners as we could, as much as we could, just to try to hit revenue numbers. And then we pulled back from that, and under new ownership, it was, ‘OK, let’s get the right partners,’” Moran said, referencing Ben Navarro/Beemok Capital’s purchase of the event (then the Volvo Car Open) in 2018. “It may, to you, look like we’re increasing our numbers. But if you go back from 10 years to now, we’re definitely decreasing. We’re just increasing the level of investment.”

One item on the to-do list, Moran said, is finding a partner for a padel court added to the grounds this year for fan-facing demos. “I’m hoping someone like a watch partner, a timepiece partner, would see that as a good investment,” he said. ( Rolex

is a Cincinnati Open sponsor, but the Charleston event does not have an official timepiece).

In addition to the padel court, Beemok this year added elevated and shaded viewing areas around the practice courts and enhanced seating outside of Credit One Stadium, replacing the bleachers on the Althea Gibson Club Court and Court 3 -- which have capacities of 2,500-3,000 and about 1,000, respectively -- with chair-back seats. The latter project, completed alongside seating partner Arena Americas, represented a six-figure investment, Moran said. New food and beverage options for 2024 include a slate of Beemok Hospitality Collection properties (Charleston Grill, Sorelle, Meeting at Market, The Palmetto Café) and local flavors such as 167 Raw. Oak View Group, the tournament’s F&B operator, will also introduce the “Charleston Dog” as a new concession item and a new souvenir cup for the event’s signature cocktail in partnership with YETI.

DANIEL ISLAND, S.C. (WCSC) - Berkeley County Council allocated $100,000 to Daniel Island School and it’s all thanks to a group of students advocating for their classmates.

When eighth-grader Emily Hughes was elected as student council president, she knew she wanted to make a difference at her school. She said in years past, student council members were not able to turn their ideas into a reality, but she wanted to change that.

“This year I think we can actually get something and get it done,” Hughes said.

With the help of sixth-grade vice president Keegan McGivern and fifth-grade members Sara Whitley and Olive Abney, they were able to do just that. The student council got together and jotted down ideas that they wanted to implicate. Hughes said that Abney noticed a classmate who was unable to use the playground equipment at recess due to a physical disability, so he spent his recess reading inside. Hughes said it saddened her that recess was not something he enjoyed in the same way she was able to.

“It was upsetting because we could all use it. I loved playgrounds, like my whole life. And whenever other students can’t enjoy it the same way, we just want them to be included too,” she said.

Together, the student council decided that they wanted to create an inclusive playground. They knew this would be an expensive endeavor, so they first teamed up with their school’s Beta Club members to host a Valentine’s Day-themed fundraiser. Through that, they were able to raise $588, but these students were ambitious. They wanted to take it a step further.

The students got together again to propose a letter to Berkeley County Council. Less than a week after the letter was submitted, the council invited the students to speak at Monday’s council meeting.

“It all happened really fast,” Hughes said.

Hughes took to the podium to share their ideas with the council members. She told them how they didn’t want any students to be left out at recess anymore. District 2 Councilman and Finance Committee Chair Josh Whitley made a motion to allocate $100,000 to the school to get this new, accessible equipment. The motion passed unanimously, and the students received high praise from Berkeley County Supervisor Johnny Cribb for their efforts.

“We were all so amazed and excited. It was really exciting and fun,” Hughes said with a grin on her face.

The students’ principals and staff could not have been prouder. The actions of these students hit home for Assistant Principal Jay Burnsworth.

“The biggest thing for me is, and it makes me really emotional in a lot of ways, is that my own son has special needs. And at the end of the day, these kids are doing it for everyone, for the community - not just Daniel Island School, but everyone,” Burnsworth said. “As a father, as an administrator, friend, dad, everybody, I’m just really proud of these kids.”

Once the playground is open, it will be open to the entire community, not just the students of the school.

Burnsworth was not the only one beaming with pride for these four kids. Principal Laura Blanchard shared her praises.

“We just thought it was great that our students recognized that need and wanted all of their friends to be able to play alongside them to the point that they would take action in the way that they did,” she said.

Blanchard and Burnsworth think that the playground will be an incredible physical reminder to the children, for many years to come, that they were able to make a difference.

“It’s really neat to see them empowered in that way. And it’s such a good and positive way,” Blanchard said.

She shared that this was a wonderful learning experience for these kids.

“They learned from the adults in their community that they have a voice. And that we are going to come alongside them and help put feet to their dreams,” Blanchard said.

Blanchard and Burnsworth said that they are already working on initiating the process. They emphasized that they want the students to be fully involved every step of the way. While they are working on the design process, they plan to take the students to different accessible playgrounds in the area so that they can get some ideas. Blanchard said that this is the children’s space, and she wants it to be representative of them, so they should be the ones to decide what is needed.

Hughes expressed some ideas she already had. She said that she would love to have rubber flooring to make wheelchair access easier. She would also love to have wheelchair-accessible swings put in. They also plan to add a sensory garden to the community garden that already exists.

Hughes said she is excited about the next steps.

“We all thought there was space to grow in this area,” she said. “This is something important that needs to happen. So, it was worth it.”

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Grab your chairs and picnic blankets – it’s almost time for the Annual Concert in the Park.

Springtime on Daniel Island beckons residents and locals to join the concert in the park, Saturday, May 11, 5-9 p.m., under the oaks in Smythe Park.

Brought to the town by the Daniel Island Community Fund, this year’s concert will kick off with Daniel Island’s own musical talents, The Honeybees, followed by local singer-songwriter Dylan Carter, known for his acoustic performances and appearance on “The Voice” in 2023.

Carter, who sings around Charleston almost every weekend, expressed his excitement to perform on Daniel Island.

“I am super excited about playing at Daniel Island’s Concert in the Park. My favorite thing about performing around Charleston is the people I perform for and get to meet,” he said. “I have a good crowd pushing me toward my dream, and I couldn’t be more grateful for them.”

Headlining the free concert is none other than Awendaw native and Grammy Award-winning artist, Charlton Singleton, accompanied by his sensational 10-piece Beehive Jazz Orchestra.

Singleton’s modern, up-tempo jazz music is sure to get toes tapping and hips swaying as attendees lay out or dance on the lawn.

What’s different this year

In previous years, the annual concert has been known to have a theme. This year, however, the event has a new focus in mind.

Lisa Avant, associate community manager of the Daniel Island Property Owners’ Association, highlighted what will be different this year.

“This year, we are focusing on a sustainable waste program,” she said. “We are implementing a recycling program that includes separating aluminum cans for the benefit of the South Carolina Firefighters Burned

Children’s Fund. The cans will be turned in, and the money collected will be used to send burn victims to Camp ‘Can’ Do.”

Attendees are advised to bring reusable water bottles to fill at the Water Buffalo provided by Charleston Water System to support the sustainable waste program. Aluminum cups will also be provided at the event for those without reusable bottles.

Avant said the various family-friendly activities available this year, include a magician, a bubble entertainer, and the Daniel Island Lost Treasure Hunt by Outer Games, which is a cross between a scavenger hunt and a breakout room experience.

Don’t forget about the annual picnic competition hosted by the Daniel Island Community Fund. First- and second-place winners will receive a four-pack ticket package for a Charleston Stingrays hockey game.

This year’s stage features a new setup, allowing for more room on the back lawn along Pierce Street with ample space for dancing and shaded picnic areas. Families and friends are encouraged to bring chairs and blankets to the free event.

Shop ‘til you drop

The Mother’s Day Shopping Village returns with a wide variety of items from local vendors, including clothing from Harbour Bee Boutique, fresh flowers from Blume Designs, and jewelry from Beachy Keen. Other vendors will be selling oyster home decor, handmade soaps, and homemade dog treats.

Treats to eat

Hungry?

Feel free to bring your own picnic or choose from local food vendors like Nautical Bowls, Chi-Town Chow, Roti Rolls, and more.

Reflecting on the longstanding tradition of the Annual Concert in the Park, Avant said, “We take pride in our annual traditional events that residents have come to love and that they plan accordingly, inviting friends and family to join them for the fun, music, and activities year after year!”

To register for the Daniel Island Lost Treasure Hunt, visit outer.games/daniel-island-treasure. The event is $10 per group.

Last week, islanders said goodbye to Laura Alberts. Now they can say hello to Heavy’s Barburger.

The burger joint is taking over the space the longtime restaurant occupied at 891 Island Park Drive.

Former Daniel Island resident Brenda Haire, who still has deep ties to the island, confirmed the ownership group, which includes her husband John and islander Grey Simpson, bought the building and plans to open the new restaurant by early to mid-summer.

The vibey neighborhood burger bar, which opened in downtown Charleston in 2022, is known for its smashburgers, tasty wings, a Charleston-based draft beer selection and fresh cocktails.

The decision to expand to Daniel Island comes as a response to overwhelming demand and a desire to bring the Heavy’s Barburger experience to even more neighborhoods, the Haires said in a press release.

The Haires are experienced restaurant owners, having owned several other local Charleston restaurants, including Jim ‘N Nick’s Bar-B-Q.

Simpson, who has been in the restaurant business in Charleston for 31 years, moved to Daniel Island 24 years ago. He and his wife Shelby raised both of their children on Daniel Island.

“I have wanted to bring something to DI for a while and have so much respect for the longtime restaurants such as Laura Alberts that have been here from the start,” Simpson said. “Heavy’s has a great menu, fun atmosphere, with great service that I know Daniel Island residents will enjoy.”

The new location will offer the same tasty menu items that guests have come to love, including signature burgers, creative salads, wings, the perfectly cooked crinkle-cut fry, craveable sandwiches and housemade pies - all served in a lively and welcoming atmosphere.

“We can’t wait to fire up the flat top, crank up the tunes and give you our best,” John Haire, founder of Heavy’s Barburger, said in the press release. “We’ve gotten to know and serve so many families that live on Daniel Island, Clements Ferry, Park Circle and Mount Pleasant. We have several folks that live here and already work with us. It will mean so much to grow our business towards this side of Charleston.”

Like its downtown location, the new Daniel Island Heavy’s will have family-style seating and booths, as well as indoor and outdoor community tables, and a vintage sound system.

Heavy’s has sponsored youth sports teams on the island, through a partnership with the City of Charleston, and has been part of local school fundraisers, with hopes to do more as they settle into its new home.

“Heavy’s looks forward to continuing their commitment to giving back in their neighborhood,” the Haires said in the press release, noting that their Charleston location has donated over $10,000 to nonprofits through its Pass the Hat program.