Pearce Bespoke Charlotte named official custom clothier of the South Carolina Military Veterans Hall of Fame
November 25, 2025Company designed exclusive Reda jackets for the Board of Directors and inductees Pearce Bespoke Charlotte has been selected as the Official Custom Clothier of the South Carolina Military Veterans Hall…
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Celebrated writer-editor inducted into elite Military Hall of Fame
November 25, 2025Marine Infantry leader and military technical consultant named to S.C. Military Veterans Hall of Fame By Cheyenne Twilley W. Thomas Smith Jr., a writer, editor, and public-information professional assisting the…
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CSU honors Veterans with announcement of P. Cecil Patrick Jr. Family Veterans Center
November 20, 2025
After a week of honoring veterans on campus and community, Charleston Southern University is now launching a visionary initiative designed to strengthen veteran support for generations to come. Charleston Southern…
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Keel expanding Charleston County operations
October 9, 2025
Keel, a defense manufacturer, is expanding its operations in Charleston County. The company’s $67 million investment will create 170 new jobs at Keel’s Yonges Island shipyard. Headquartered in Ladson, Keel…
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Ignite Digital named a Snowflake Select Tier AI Data Cloud Services Partner
September 30, 2025
CHARLESTON, SC – Ignite Digital, a digital transformation partner supporting the national security sector, was named a Snowflake Select Tier AI Data Cloud Services Partner—one of the first public sector…
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South Carolina ETV’s After Action returns for season 3, highlighting veteran conversations
September 30, 2025
The season 3 premiere of After Action, a series highlighting veteran conversations, will air Oct. 6 at 9 p.m. on ETV and will be distributed to public television stations nationwide by…
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Dorchester County firefighters honor lives lost during the September 11th terrorist attacks
September 16, 2025
Dorchester County Fire Rescue firefighters joined to walk the Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge in their turnout gear, in commemoration of those who perished due to the terrorist attacks on September…
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Trident Medical recognizes life-saving efforts of Berkeley first responders
September 16, 2025
Trident Medical Center held a special challenge coin ceremony on Thursday, September 11, 2025, recognizing more than 60 first responders from agencies across Berkeley County. The group was honored for life-saving efforts…
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The Citadel honors its 18th president with statue on campus
October 18, 2024“He is not only a Citadel treasure — he is a national treasure.” It’s not every day that someone gets to see the tangible proof of the impact they’ve made…
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National Medal of Honor Center for Leadership appoints Dr. Justin Habash as senior vice president of leadership programs and chief learning officer
September 26, 2024
The National Medal of Honor Center for Leadership, a newly founded initiative promoting leadership through the Medal of Honor’s core principles, announced Dr. Justin Habash has joined the team as…
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Ignite Digital Services to attend Eastern Defense Summit
November 29, 2023
Company unveils new RPA calculator at show Digital transformation consulting company Ignite Digital Services will attend the Eastern Defense Summit on December 6-7. The summit, held at the Charleston Area…
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Extreme triathlete, disabled veteran ready to ‘rock and roll’ Marine Corps Marathon
October 12, 2023With a “chariot” of unknown endurance, Lander University alumni Cameron Dorn and Mike Hudson are embarking on a journey few would undertake. But then, most people have never experienced the…
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CSU earns Gold rank in 2023-2024 Military Friendly® School designation
July 3, 2023
Charleston Southern University announced that it has earned the 2023-2024 Military Friendly® School designation yet again, this year hitting Gold status. CSU moved up the ranks to Silver a few years ago. “As…
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Ignite Digital Services enters partnership with Archer Integrated Risk Management
June 28, 2023
CHARLESTON, SC – Ignite Digital Services, an operational consulting company serving the national security sector, has entered Archer Integrated Risk Management’s (IRM) Aligned Market Program (AMP) as a Partner. A…
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Blackbaud is title sponsor for the third annual Military Salute Regatta
April 12, 2023
Active Military and Veterans have a Chance to Sail in Charleston Harbor Free and with No Sailing Experience Required The Charleston Ocean Racing Association (CORA), in partnership with presenting sponsor…
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TD Bank Partners with PGA REACH Carolinas Foundation
October 10, 2022Partnership to Focus on Enhanced Opportunities for Disabled Veterans Through Golf TD Bank has partnered with the PGA REACH Carolinas Foundation to enhance opportunities for disabled Veterans. PGA REACH Carolinas…
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Ignite Digital Services unveils new brand, platform
September 20, 2022
Operational consulting company Ignite Digital Services officially unveiled its new brand and business platform last week at its headquarters in Charleston, SC. The company, helmed by veteran industry professional Marc…
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Helping Our Service Members During Military Saves Month
April 17, 2022
By South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis I always look forward to recognizing and promoting the annual observance of Financial Literacy Month in April. As State Treasurer, I enjoy providing our…
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Gov. Henry McMaster signs bill to assist veterans with in-state tuition
November 30, 2021
Governor Henry McMaster and Lieutenant Governor Pamela S. Evette today joined S.C. Department of Veterans Affairs (SCDVA) Secretary William Grimsley, and members of the General Assembly for a ceremonial bill…
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Elbit Systems of America, LLC establishing operations in Charleston County
November 9, 2021
Project to create approximately 300 new jobs Elbit Systems of America, LLC, a subsidiary of Elbit Systems Ltd., today announced plans to establish operations in Charleston County. The project will create…
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SC Thrive “46 Veteran Salute” call for nominations ends October 30th
October 26, 2021
SC Thrive, a statewide nonprofit, calls for nominations to honor 46 veterans across the state. This event, entitled “The 46 Veteran Salute” will recognize one veteran in each county in…
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The Citadel and Virginia Military Institute mark historic year with both Corps of Cadets being commanded by women
October 5, 2021This year marks the first time both Corps of Cadets from The Citadel and Virginia Military Institute (VMI) are led by regimental commanders who are women. The Senior Military Colleges…
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Two South Carolina companies receive lofty U.S. Defense Department awards
October 4, 2021ESGR presents honors at Governor’s Mansion By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Columbia’s Boyer Commercial Construction and Grand Strand Medical Center in Myrtle Beach were both presented the 2021 Department of…
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MEDAL OF HONOR recipient named IRONMAN
August 4, 2021
Maj. Gen. Jim Livingston of Mount Pleasant, S.C., recognized for service By Alex Junes-Ward Maj. Gen. James E. Livingston, U.S. Marine Corps (Ret.), received Global Eco Adventures’ (GEA) coveted IRONMAN…
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5th Street Group announces Military Discount
May 24, 2021
Active or Retired Members of the US Military will receive 75% off their Bill 5th Street Group, which owns and operates restaurants in Charlotte, Charleston and Nashville, announced that all…
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The life, loss, and legacy of Col. J.H. “Red” Lanier
March 23, 2021Former commander of the S.C. Highway Patrol passes away at 85 By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Almost everyone from South Carolina has a Colonel Joseph H. “Red” Lanier story. My…
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Quest for next Commandant of Cadets now underway
November 12, 2020The Citadel is searching for the college’s next Commandant of Cadets. The Citadel Commandant of Cadets is a vice presidential position that is responsible for the command, leadership development and…
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Trident United Way and AmeriCorps partner to help veterans at One80 Place
November 9, 2020
Trident United Way and its AmeriCorps members are leading an effort to honor those who have served our country and are in need. A simple click on a mouse or…
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Celebrating 350 years
September 1, 2020
By Brig. Gen. Leon Lott [A version of this story was published Aug. 9, 2020 in the Post & Courier] This year, the South Carolina State Guard is celebrating its…
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Explore Charleston and LHA partnership with Charleston VAMC named winner of the VHA Community Partnership Challenge
August 31, 2020
The Lowcountry Hospitality Association (LHA) and Explore Charleston are pleased to announce that their partnership – Turnaround Tuesday – with Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center (VAMC) has been named…
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Five of the SC7
July 21, 2020The SOUTH CAROLINA SEVEN (SC7) expedition led by S.C. Floodwater Commission Chairman Tom Mullikin passed through the Midlands last week during their month-long, 500-mile, 90 to 100-plus degree heat trek…
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Top ROTC cadets recognized for their leadership and excellence
April 9, 2020
Despite a closed campus, more than 100 men and women in the South Carolina Corps of Cadets are being recognized for their academic and military leadership and excellence During their…
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Gov. Henry McMaster declares Vietnam War Veterans Day in South Carolina
March 29, 2020
Governor Henry McMaster has issued a proclamation naming today Vietnam War Veterans Day in South Carolina. The Vietnam Veterans Recognition Act of 2017 designated March 29th as the date to annually recognize…
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USO South Carolina to offer daily virtual story time events for military children during COVID-19 outbreak
March 16, 2020
USO South Carolina is hosting social-distance safe virtual events daily for military children affected by school closures during the COVID-19 Outbreak The USO South Carolina will be offering a virtual…
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Hobcaw Barony celebrates Black History Month with its ‘Fighting for Respect’ Program – February 22
February 18, 2020
Hobcaw Barony’s deep-rooted history of African American culture traces back to the 1700s, when the tract produced a substantial amount of rice for Georgetown County. This February, Hobcaw Barony embraces…
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Afghanistan War veteran in the running for THE CITADEL’s Board of Visitors
January 21, 2020
By W. Thomas Smith, Jr. CHARLESTON, S.C. – Col. William Mellard “Bill” Connor V, an Orangeburg attorney and formerly deployed U.S. Army Infantry officer (currently serving in the Army…
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Citadel provides best ROI of public institutions in SC, according to Georgetown University study
December 5, 2019
A first of its kind report by the Georgetown University Center on Education and the Workforce (CEW) attempts to answer the question about whether a college degree is worth the…
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Life Cycle Engineering awarded a $50 million, five-year contract by U.S. Naval Ship Repair Facility and Japan Regional Maintenance Center
September 25, 2019
Life Cycle Engineering (LCE) has been awarded a $50 million, five-year contract by the U.S. Naval Ship Repair Facility and Japan Regional Maintenance Center (SRF-JRMC). Under this contract, LCE will continue…
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Undy 500 collects thousands of undergarments for homeless veterans
September 19, 201911th Annual Undy 500 A Huge Success On Sunday, September 15 over 140 motorcycle enthusiasts participated in the 11th Annual Undy 500, a self-guided charity ride organized by Palmetto Goodwill…
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National Medal of Honor Museum coming to Charleston
July 31, 2019
In defining action that ensures the future of a widely-supported national museum honoring America’s Medal of Honor Recipients, the National Medal of Honor Heritage Foundation announced the museum will be…
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Gov. Henry McMaster forms advisory panel for S.C. Department of Veterans’ Affairs secretary search
July 2, 2019Governor Henry McMaster announced the formation of an advisory panel made up of a diverse group of stakeholders to assist in the search of the first secretary of the South…
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Salute from the Shore to feature ‘Air Parade’ of F-18s flyover of South Carolina’s coast on July Fourth
June 26, 2019
Salute from the Shore, a 501(c)3 organization, was founded in 2010 by patriotic South Carolinians to honor our armed forces on Independence Day. Every year on the 4th of July,…
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The Citadel Graduate College celebrates 50 years of educating leaders
October 25, 2018Mitchell Lee, recording sensation and Citadel alumnus to perform at anniversary tailgate Oct. 27 The Citadel Graduate College educates students in classrooms on campus and online around the world. However,…
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Smith inducted into Palmetto Military Academy Hall of Fame
August 12, 2018
Major James E. Smith Jr. was inducted Saturday into the Palmetto Military Academy Hall of Fame for his extraordinary “bravery and commitment” in military service. The induction was held at…
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Salute from the Shore to feature ‘Air Parade’ of F-16s flyover of South Carolina’s coast on July 4th
June 15, 2018
The F-16s will also perform a flyby over the USS Yorktown in Charleston Harbor around 1:15 on July 4th Salute from the Shore, a 501(c)3 organization, was founded in 2010 by patriotic…
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Senior Military Colleges push to secure collective national cyber institute
June 13, 2018America’s Senior Military Colleges (SMC) worked jointly to address the escalating need for highly trained cyber operations and cybersecurity leaders. The colleges, which include The Citadel, the University of North…
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National Park Service awards over $42,900 to protect 15 acres of a Revolutionary War battlefield in South Carolina
April 6, 2018The National Park Service announced a $42,903 grant from the American Battlefield Protection Program (ABPP) to help protect 15.47 acres of a Revolutionary War battlefield in South Carolina threatened with…
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National Park Service awards over $42,900 to protect 15 acres of a Revolutionary War battlefield in South Carolina
April 6, 2018
The National Park Service announced a $42,903 grant from the American Battlefield Protection Program (ABPP) to help protect 15.47 acres of a Revolutionary War battlefield in South Carolina threatened with…
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S.C. veterans’ unemployment rate drops in 2017
March 27, 2018
South Carolina’s annual unemployment rate from veterans declined to 3.9 percent in 2017 from 5 percent in 2016. There were 182,000 veterans employed in 2017 and 7,000 unemployed. Of the…
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S.C. veterans’ unemployment rate drops in 2017
March 27, 2018
South Carolina’s annual unemployment rate from veterans declined to 3.9 percent in 2017 from 5 percent in 2016. There were 182,000 veterans employed in 2017 and 7,000 unemployed. Of the…
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