Foreclosures Down, Homes Sales Up in South Carolina

Here is a link to a recent article showing foreclosures are down statewide:
http://www.scbizmag.com/content/view/126701/1/
Note that in Berkeley County, foreclosures are down 21.8% from the first quarter of this year.

In other positive news, it looks like homes sales are up 13% statewide:
http://www.scbizmag.com/content/view/127138/1/
Charleston saw a 9.4% increase in home sales from May to June.

Daniel Island Get Fit Challenge 2009

Hello! Daniel Island, the Daniel Island Property Owners Association, the City of Charleston Recreation Department, and the Daniel Island News are sponsoring Daniel Island's "Get Fit Challenge 2009." This is a contest that will be similar to the "Biggest Loser" where the winner is chosen based on percentage of total weight lost (based on a weekly weigh in) and is awarded a cash prize.
There was a brief Orientation meeting last night that more than a hundred people attended. The organizers handed out event/workout schedules and clarified the rules. The total charge to participate is $25, and the deadline to sign up is tomorrow by 5:30. For more information follow this link:
http://www.hellodanielisland.com/getfit.html
Different Island businesses have volunteered their time to educate the community about health, nutrition, and fitness. Workouts range from karate to hip-hop dance class and there is something for everyone. You do not need to be an Island resident to participate. I encourage anyone who is interested to sign up soon!