Isle of Palms husband-and-wife duo Michael and Ashley Carroll of Carroll Realty won the mixed doubles group at the Racquet War tournament at Wild Dunes on Nov. 1-3. This marks the second year that the traveling tournament has been held at Wild Dunes, according to Ashley. “It’s popular. It was a good tournament.” The competition consists mainly of locals, but there are … [Read more...] about Island couple celebrates wedding anniversary, wins tennis tournament
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Wild Dunes tennis teams serve up state championship
When team captains and Isle of Palms locals Heather Witheford, Kristin Whalen and Brandy McMahon signed up to lead their tennis teams, they did not expect to be part of a thrilling, competitive tennis journey that will soon take them to the USTA (United States Tennis Association) Sectional Tournament this December. Two women’s teams from Wild Dunes Tennis Club (18+ 6.5 combo … [Read more...] about Wild Dunes tennis teams serve up state championship
Marina restaurant staff rescue couple from submerged SUV GPS leads tourists down boat ramp at night
It started with a sudden striking of water and ended with a harrowing life and death situation at Isle of Palms Marina. Around 10:30 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 14, Islander 71 staff members Johnny Himmelsbach and Shannon Standhart were outside cleaning up and about to head home after a long weekend night. “And we heard this strange splash,” said Standhart, the restaurant’s bar … [Read more...] about Marina restaurant staff rescue couple from submerged SUV GPS leads tourists down boat ramp at night
SURF’S UP: IOP native makes waves with local surf school
Born and raised on the Isle of Palms, rising College of Charleston junior and budding entrepreneur Brycen DePass has fond memories of growing up here. DePass, who started IOP Surf Lessons last May, relished being able to walk to the beach from his house and the freedom to roam, which he was afforded by his parents as long as he was hanging out on the island. He would walk … [Read more...] about SURF’S UP: IOP native makes waves with local surf school
Gearing up for school packs a myriad of emotions, possibilities
It's hard to believe that the start of the 2024-25 school year is upon us, but here we are. Whether you are a parent, grandparent, guardian or fellow staff member, I share your excitement and perhaps a bit of nervousness as we embark on another school year. This familiar feeling is filled with joy and anticipation for what lies ahead. I am deeply thankful for our … [Read more...] about Gearing up for school packs a myriad of emotions, possibilities
