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DI chiropractor enters 25th year caring for Charleston Battery players

Longtime Daniel Island resident Dr. David Theobald of Theobald Family Chiropractic returns as the official chiropractor for the Charleston Battery soccer team for the 25th year.

Dr. Theobald will provide chiropractic care to players before all home matches. Players will also be seen in his Mount Pleasant office.

“It is an honor to care for these professional athletes and be part of the team that keeps them on the field,” Dr. Theobald said. “I have learned an incredible amount about sports injury and rehabilitation caring for these players for a quarter of a century.

“It has been extremely helpful in my everyday practice; in fact, there are not many injuries that I have not been exposed to.”

Battery player Aaron Molloy said, “The chiropractic adjustments that I receive from Dr. Theobald help me avoid injury, increase my flexibility, and I find I recover faster.”

DI business owner accepted into Forbes Business Council

Raj Tulshan, founder and CEO of Daniel Island-based Loan Mantra, an online business lending platform, will join the Forbes Business Council, a growth and networking organization for successful business owners and leaders worldwide.

A review committee selected Tulshan based on criteria that included the depth and diversity of experience, a track record of impacting business growth metrics, as well as personal and professional achievements and honors.

As a member of the council, Tulshan has access to a variety of opportunities designed to help reach peak professional influence. The council allows him to connect and collaborate with other leaders in a private forum, plus the opportunity to share his insights in original articles and contribute to published expert panels alongside other business leaders on Forbes.com.

“It is such an honor to be part of the Forbes Business Council and collaborate among other professional leaders to share insights, knowledge, and ideas,” Tulshan said. “My thoughts have been shared as part of Forbes Business Council panels in recent articles on small business expansion and leveraging LLMs in marketing strategy, and I couldn’t be more thrilled.”

SC Chamber advocacy efforts

The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce released its annual Results for Business report that recaps its advocacy efforts during the 2025 state legislative session.

According to the chamber’s report, its advocacy efforts resulted in over an $807 million impact for South Carolina’s business community, or about $4,275 per employer in the state.

“The chamber has set forth an aggressive agenda to help our businesses and stimulate South Carolina’s economy, and we made tremendous progress in the first year of this legislative session,” said chamber president and CEO Mike Brenan. “With the help of the forward-thinking leadership in the General Assembly, we were able to deliver relief from a broken civil justice system that cost our businesses and families millions of dollars each year, significant tax cuts, confidence in the future of the state’s energy grid, and technical college scholarships for the most critical jobs.”

Brenan, in the chamber’s press release, added, “These policies will undoubtedly make South Carolina an even better state for business. We appreciate the opportunity to represent the interests of South Carolina’s job creators and will work collaboratively with the General Assembly to deliver even more pro-business wins in 2026.”

The report can be viewed at scchamber.net/general/2025-results-for-business.

- Staff reports compiled by Suzanne Detar

DANIEL ISLAND, S.C. (WCSC) - Living in the heart of Daniel Island, many community members depended on Publix as the go-to spot when missing that one ingredient; however, that has since changed.

After the only grocery store on the island closed, some community members had to adjust to a new normal with mixed emotions.

“I wouldn’t say annoying, but it’s definitely a challenge,” community member Ben Kelly said.

Several of the community members spoke about how convenient the location was and explained why it was now a challenge.

“I can walk to this grocery store. I could ride my bike. Whenever I need something in a pinch, I just come right down here. If I plan something at the last minute, I could come right here. I don’t have to drive 20 minutes or 15 minutes,” community member Amy Bossman said.

When the one and only grocery store shut down two days after Christmas of 2024, residents had to adjust to a new routine, like planning out their meals in advance.

“Meal planning definitely is higher up the totem pole now because Publix has been closed,” Kelly said.

A main reason for the meal planning is getting on and off the island to I-526, which takes more time out of the day.

“What I have to get used to is the truck traffic going to Long Point Road, because there’s a Harris Teeter there,” Bossman said.

Another community member said, fortunately, this didn’t come out of the blue, so those on the island were able to plan accordingly.

“I did plan more, but you know, like I said, we had months in advance knowing this was coming,” community member Nina Runion said.

However, Bossman, along with the others, were used to going to other grocery stores off the island that fit their needs, so although it was an adjustment, it’s doable knowing what’s to come.

“My initial reaction was, how am I going to live without Publix being here? But, you know, all things considered, it was so convenient that it spoiled me, but, through the course of our day, we’re always passing a grocery store somewhere,” Bossman added.

One of Publix’s Media Relations Managers said on Wednesday that while they did not share a timeframe for construction completion, everything was moving along on the rebuild as planned.

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CHARLESTON, S.C. – Novant Health broke ground for a new freestanding emergency department on Clements Ferry Road, bringing fast, high-quality emergency care closer to home for residents of Daniel Island and the greater Charleston, South Carolina region.

The new facility, located just minutes from I-526, is designed to enhance access to emergency medical services in one of the area’s fastest-growing communities. Clements Ferry Emergency Department will serve as a critical access point for emergency care and seamless connection to Novant Health’s broader network of hospitals and specialists in the Carolinas.

The new emergency department will span more than 10,000 square feet and include 10 private exam rooms, one trauma bay, advanced radiology (CT, ultrasound, and X-ray) and an on-site laboratory. The facility will operate 24/7 and be staffed by board-certified emergency medicine physicians and skilled clinical teams, offering the same trusted care patients receive at Novant Health East Cooper Medical Center.

“Expanding access to care is a top priority for Novant Health, and this new emergency department is a key step forward,” said Kirsten Royster, president of Novant Health in Charleston. “We’re building facilities that meet our patients where they are, making sure families across the tri-county can get the emergency care they need, closer to home and without delay.”

Designed for efficiency, accessibility and patient comfort, the Clements Ferry Emergency Department will feature dedicated parking and easy walk-in access, making it faster and easier for patients to receive timely care during critical moments.

“You can look around this part of Charleston and see how quickly our community is growing, and that means greater need for emergency care,” said Sarah Tuley, president of East Cooper Medical Center. “This new emergency department will reduce travel time, ease overcrowding and help ensure that lifesaving care is available right here, when and where people need it most.”

The facility builds on Novant Health’s commitment to building healthier communities and expanding services across the Charleston area, complementing recent investments in women’s health, primary care and specialty care offerings throughout the region.

Construction is expected to be completed in late summer of 2026.

About Novant Health

Novant Health is an integrated network of nearly 900 locations, including 19 hospitals, more than 750 physician clinics and urgent care centers, outpatient facilities, and imaging and pharmacy services. This network supports a seamless and personalized healthcare experience for communities in North Carolina and South Carolina. Novant Health is nationally recognized for our unwavering commitment to safety and the highest quality care, and we serve as a catalyst for healthcare transformation through clinical trials, leading-edge research, innovative care delivery models and robust virtual care networks. The expertise and empathy of our more than 41,000 team members along with more than 8,600 independent and employed clinicians are at the heart of Our Cause as industry leaders caring for communities across the Carolinas. In 2024, Novant Health provided more than $1.6 billion in community benefit, including financial assistance and services.

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DI Publix construction is ‘moving along’

Construction on the Daniel Island Publix, the island’s only supermarket, is progressing with no reported delays or issues, according to Publix media relations manager Jared Glover.

“Things are moving along as planned, and we look forward to welcoming back our customers, and new customers, soon.” Glover said.

With the reopening of the grocery store slated for later this year, The Daniel Island News asked Publix officials if crews have experienced any unanticipated technical or foundational challenges during construction.

“While we understand the excitement for the store reopening, it is not our practice to give continuous updates throughout the process,” Glover said. “Security, safety among other reasons. While things are moving as planned, there are a number of variables that can impact construction timelines for our locations, including contractors, supplies, and weather-related issues.

“That being said, it would be inappropriate to share specific timelines.”

The new structure, located at 162 Seven Farms Drive, has been taking shape over the past few months since its closing on Dec. 24 of last year for demolition.

Once completed, the store will be nearly double in size, from 29,030 to 50,398 square feet. The store will offer an expanded selection of groceries and services, a pocket park, a pavilion, outdoor seating, and native landscaping at the entrance.

No e-bikes allowed on Daniel Island trails

The Daniel Island Property Owners Association recently installed signs at several trailheads around the island reminding people to keep e-bikes off the trails.

“As part of our ongoing commitment to maintaining a safe and enjoyable trail system for all users, the DIPOA recently installed additional signage reinforcing the existing policy that e-bikes are not permitted on our trail system,” said the POA’s director of operations Tony Elder.

The 12 new signs were placed at key trail entryways to enhance awareness and encourage voluntary compliance, Elder said.

“Our goal is to work collaboratively with the community to preserve the integrity of our magnificent trail network and ensure its continued enjoyment for everyone.”

Greek cuisine coming to Point Hope

Greek restaurant Philosophia is set to open in The Gates at Point Hope, next to the Roper St. Francis primary care clinic.

Owned by Justin Hunt and Dimitri Hatgidimitriou, the restaurant is looking to open its doors in the first quarter of 2026, according to Meyer App Associates.

Operated by TYSM Hospitality Group, Philosophia will offer Mediterranean dishes like spanakopita, Greek salads, local fish dishes, roasted chicken, and braised lamb shank.

The restaurant has two other locations in Mount Pleasant.

Unified BE kickball game promotes inclusion

On May 2, Bishop England High School hosted an Options Unified PE game of kickball against James Island Charter High School.

Unified sports bring together athletes with and without intellectual disabilities, to foster inclusion and acceptance through collaborative sports.

Friends, family, and community members gathered on the BE track field to support the players.

“It was a fun game playing against the Trojans,” said BE player Michael Teeple. “Even though we were playing against each other, we were supporting each other too.”

Lauren Murphy, a first-year Options teacher, added, “The unified kickball game was a great experience for everyone involved. This game provided our students with an opportunity to showcase their athletic skills, be encouraged by peers, and demonstrate sportsmanship among the two teams. This game is a great example of how sports can foster inclusion and acceptance across the community!”

Bishop England’s Options Department Chair Kristen Common noted that, while the teams didn’t keep score, “Everyone was a winner this time.”