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BY STAFF REPORTS info@islandpacket.comDecember 20, 2013 Read more here: http://www.islandpacket.com/2013/12/20/2858888/daufuskie-island-highlighted-in.html#storylink=cpy Daufuskie Island was included in a Dec. 16 Fox News story that spotlighted "Eight American beaches that are warm NOW." Along with mention of the beachfront, the article noted the First Union African Baptist Church, the historic Haig Point lighthouse and live music at Marshside Mama's Cafe. Other island beaches listed were Amelia Island, Fla.; Avery Island, La.; Caladesi Island, Fla.; Catalina Island, Calif.; Molokai, Hawaii; South Padre Island, Texas; and Tybee Island, Ga. Read more here: http://www.islandpacket.com/2013/12/20/2858888/daufuskie-island-highlighted-in.html#storylink=cpy

  http://www.foxnews.com/travel/2013/12/16/8-american-beaches-that-are-warm-now/ By Mark Sullivan Published December 16, 2013 Budget Travel The snow is piling up and all you want to do is escape to a warm beach? These islands are perfect for a winter beach vacation—and closer than you think. You don't need to splurge on a trip to the Caribbean to spend time on the beach this winter. These eight U.S. islands have the sandy shores, seafood shacks, and sunny skies that will have you thinking it's summer—even when there's snow on the ground back home. Take a tour of the islands AMELIA ISLAND, FL Average highs of 65/71 in February/March About as far north as you can go and still be in the Sunshine State, Amelia Island's 13 miles of beaches are mostly deserted until March—so it's easy to find a spot where there are no other people in sight. Horseback riding along the sand is one of the most popular off-season activities. Kids have a blast expl...

www.thedaufuskiefrontporch.com The Winter 2013 edition of the Daufuskie Island Front Porch Newspaper is available now at the above link. I can't begin to cover all the great things happening on DI so take a look for yourself.

From the Daufuskie Island Community Farm: Save the Date - Wednesday, December 4, 2013 Come join us at Jolly Shores on Prospect Road, Daufuskie Island, SC For the First Daufuskie Community Farm/Artisan Village Festival Stop by anytime from 10AM until 5PM There will be: -Animals from the farm, Information booths -Handmade on Daufuskie items for sale -Artisans working on their crafts -Classes scheduled throughout the day on a variety of arts and crafts. -Enjoy hot dogs, chili, gumbo, salads, baked potatoes with toppings, -Ice tea, coffee, lemonade, sweet tea & A chili cookoff - To register contact Pat Donations appreciated. You will have an opportunity to support Daufuskie's Farm & Artisans by making a purchase from a bountiful array of wonderful & delightful items for holiday gift giving. For more information contact Pat @ bowwow@hargray.com or Call 1-678-897

CHATHAM COUNTY, GA - The National Weather Service Has Issued A High Surf Advisory From 2 PM This Afternoon To 4 PM Est Tuesday. Location... Coastal Areas Of Southeast Georgia... Including Tybee Island... Ossabaw Island... Wassaw Island... Saint Catherines Island And Sapelo Island. Coastal Portions Of Jasper And Beaufort Counties... Including Hunting Island... Fripp Island... Hilton Head Island And Daufuskie Island. Breaking Wave Heights... 5 To 7 Feet. High Surf Impacts... Large Breaking Waves Will Be Dangerous To Anyone Who Enters The Surf. There Will Also Be Beach Erosion And Strong... Dangerous Rip Currents. Everyone Should Remain Out Of The Water. Mariners Should Use Extreme Caution... Especially Near Inlets... Cuts And Bays. Swells Approaching These Areas Can Lead To Large... Dangerous Breaking Waves. Keep A Clear Distance Away From The Ocean. Structures Such As Piers And Jetties Will Be Particularly Treacherous.

Dear Front Porch Readers, Please note the following: From the Daufuskie Island Co-op: The community Thanksgiving this year will be on Sunday, November 17th at Marshside Mama’s starting at 1pm. Turkeys, ham, rolls and drinks will be provided by the co-op. Everyone is asked to bring a covered dish appropriate for the number of guests they are bringing. ****************** From the Daufuskie Community Preservation Zone Association: Improving Daufuskie's publicly funded ferry service is an ongoing topic... A Ferry 101 Community Listening Circle Discussion will take place on Daufuskie Island Sat, Oct, 12th at 12:30PM.It will be hosted at the Maryfield School. Discussion topics will include some history of Daufuskie's publicly funded ferry, what's contained within the Beaufort County Code related to Daufuskie's publicly funded ferry, ways to get more return on the taxpayer monies being spent on the publicly funded ferry and more. Beaufort County Officials have been in...

Sept. 22, 2013 Team Results | Player Results DAUFUSKIE ISLAND, S.C. - East Carolina's Al Dickens fired a 2-under par 70 Sunday to lead the Pirates into a tie for sixth-place after 18 holes of competition at the Rees Jones Intercollegiate being held at the Haig Point Club. Dickens is tied for second place on the par-72, 7,380-yard course layout. As a team, the Pirates, who teed off on hole No. 10, find themselves tied with 20th-ranked South Carolina at 10-over 298. With its total, ECU is two strokes back of UNC Wilmington (+8) and seven strokes behind Charlotte and No. 43 Liberty (+3) for third place. USF (-2) occupies the top spot followed by Kennesaw State (+2) in second. Dickens pared the first 15 holes before recording back-to-back birdies on No.7 and 8 and posting his 16th birdie on the ninth green to complete his round. It was the first subpar round of his five tournament collegiate career. Dickens ended the day tied with Kennesaw State's Chris Gugl...