Big Red Barn Retreat welcomes Emmy Award–winning journalist Judi Gatson to its board of directors
March 17, 2026
Big Red Barn Retreat welcomes Judi Gatson, Emmy Award–winning journalist and longtime co-anchor of WIS News at 5 and 6, to its Board of Directors. For nearly three decades, Gatson…
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American Legion Post 25 to Host 5th Annual Golf Tournament to Support Local Charities
March 16, 2026
The American Legion Post 25 is inviting golfers and community supporters to participate in its 5th Annual Golf Tournament, scheduled for June 5, 2026, at Lakeside Country Club. The annual…
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The Generous Spirit: Inaugural Rocky Point Patriot Run supports local students and veterans
March 10, 2026
By Karen Owens, Publisher On November 8, 2025, the VFW Post 6444 hosted 67 participants for its inaugural Rocky Point Patriot 5K/10K Trail Run/Walk at the Choppee Recreation Center. Runners…
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Posttraumatic Growth Day celebration concert returns to Lexington
March 10, 2026
The Big Red Barn Retreat will host their 2nd annual Heroes Summer Songfest Concert, presented by Nucor Building Systems on Friday, June 12 from 7-10pm at the Icehouse Amphitheater. This concert will celebrate…
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Army nurse to tell about her service in Vietnam
March 7, 2026
The Vietnam exhibit at the S.C. Confederate Relic Room and Military Museum pays tribute to all sorts of South Carolinians who served honorable in a variety of ways in Southeast…
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Community Asked to Pray – American Legion Post 25 Members Seriously Injured in Motorcycle Accident
March 2, 2026
Laurens County is accustomed to seeing members of American Legion Post 25 step forward to help others in times of need. Whether supporting veterans, assisting families in crisis, or serving…
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Tickets on sale now: Southern Shuckdown Oyster Roast benefiting the Big Red Barn Retreat
February 10, 2026
Proudly Presented by The Folline King Group at Merrill Lynch, a Bank of America Company The Big Red Barn Retreat announce the 4th Annual Southern Shuckdown Oyster Roast, presented by…
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A Century of Valor: Simpsonville Honors 105-Year-Old WWII Veteran Ralph Conte
January 30, 2026
In a world that often moves at a breakneck pace, the community of Simpsonville recently paused to honor a man whose life has spanned more than a century of American…
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Original artwork, nostalgic displays highlight arrival of Bugs Bunny and friends at Upcountry History Museum
January 28, 2026
On Saturday morning, January 31, 2026, Bugs Bunny, Road Runner, Tweety Bird, and Sylvester won’t just be cartoons on your television screen, they and fellow Looney Tunes and Merrie Melodies…
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‘Tunnel Rat’ C.W. Bowman to speak at Richland Library
January 27, 2026
Vietnam veteran C.W. Bowman has fascinated audiences at the South Carolina Confederate Relic Room and Military Museum several times with lectures about his war experiences. Last year, in an offsite…
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American Legion Post 25 Kicks Off the New Year by Completing Roof Replacement for Local Disabled Veteran
January 6, 2026
Members of American Legion Post 25 are starting the new year by putting service into action, recently completing a roof replacement for a disabled veteran in the community who was…
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New Medicare Scams Target Veterans, Prompting Renewed Warnings
December 17, 2025
Veterans are once again being warned to stay alert as new Medicare-related scams are emerging across South Carolina and beyond. Law enforcement agencies and veterans’ advocates report an increase in…
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Learn about German POWs in South Carolina
November 20, 2025
You’ve seen movies about Americans in German POW camps during World War II — “The Great Escape,” “Stalag 17,” and so forth. But did you know that more than 8,000…
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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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United Community honors Veterans Day through donations across Southeast
November 12, 2025
United Community is honoring Veterans Day with $30,000 in donations to organizations across its footprint in support of veterans and their families. “We owe so many of the freedoms and…
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Remembering All Who Serve – Veterans and Their Families
November 10, 2025
By Brenda Stewart, Publisher Last week, I had the pleasure of attending Marchant Real Estate’s quarterly networking lunch in Greenville, SC. With Veterans Day approaching, veterans were recognized, and the…
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City of Columbia to hold 47th annual Veterans Day Parade
November 9, 2025
The City of Columbia will hold the 47th Annual Veterans Day Parade on Tuesday, November 11, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. The parade will start at the intersection of Sumter Street and…
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City of Laurens to Host Veterans Day Celebration November 11
November 5, 2025
The City of Laurens invites the community to gather in gratitude for those who have served our country at the annual Veterans Day Celebration. The event will be held on…
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Converse increases veteran support through Yellow Ribbon Program
November 5, 2025
Converse University announced its participation in the Yellow Ribbon Program as part of its ongoing commitment to enhance services and financial support for veterans. The Yellow Ribbon Program is an…
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New quilt exhibition at Upcountry History Museum showcases storytelling of holiday classic in cloth
October 30, 2025
Quilts and holidays are a perfect blend, and the Upcountry History Museum’s newest exhibition, “Sue Reich’s The Quilter’s Night Before Christmas,” will take visitors on a familiar yet unique journey…
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One Year Later: Post 25 Sees Mission Through for Local Veteran
October 26, 2025
It’s been more than a year since American Legion Post 25 first stepped up to help longtime Laurens County resident and veteran Buddy Baldwin, whose home was condemned after sustaining…
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Airport coalition holds informational session for small business owners
October 16, 2025
The South Carolina Airports Coalition hosted, on Wednesday, October 15, 2025, its 2025 Fly-In for Small Business Enterprises, Disadvantaged Business Enterprises, Women-owned, and Veteran-owned businesses. The event took place at…
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SC Department of Veterans’ Affairs Shares Important Information on Federal Contingency Planning
October 7, 2025
The South Carolina Department of Veterans’ Affairs (SCDVA) recently shared important information from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) regarding its contingency planning in the event of a federal…
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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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Adapt Forward welcomes back cybersecurity veteran Micheal Small as Technical Lead of Detection and Response
September 25, 2025
Adapt Forward, a veteran-owned cybersecurity firm supporting the Department of War and other federal agencies, has announced the addition of Micheal Small as attack sensing and warning (AS&W) technical lead.…
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Laurens County Hall of Heroes Hosts First Joint Induction for Veterans and First Responders
September 24, 2025
On Sunday, September 21, 2025, the Laurens County Hall of Heroes hosted a historic milestone with its first-ever joint induction ceremony honoring both Veterans and First Responders. Twelve outstanding individuals—six…
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U.S. Army Veteran Brings Record of Service to Lander Veterans, Students
September 17, 2025
“When duty calls, that is when character counts.” The quote from American author and columnist William Safire is easily applied to Brent Delgado’s family members, whose service in the U.S.…
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Upcountry History Museum exhibit to showcase extraordinary bravery and service of K9 military heroes
September 17, 2025
“War Dogs: K9 Military Heroes” delivers a powerful display of the heroism, service, and history of America’s military working dogs in the newest exhibition opening Saturday, September 20, 2025, at…
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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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City of Columbia announces road closures for Tunnel to Towers 5K Run/Walk
September 11, 2025
The Tunnel to Towers Foundation and Lexington Medical Center will host the annual Tunnel to Towers SC 5K Run/Walk on Friday, September 12, 2025. The event honors the lives of…
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Learn about the M16 at West Columbia library – Sept 12
August 27, 2025
If you’ve served in the U.S. military in the last 60 years, you are quite familiar with the M16 rifle – intimately so, if you were in the Army or…
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A Message of Thanks from the Family of T.S. Clarence E. Gibbs
July 22, 2025
In the days following the heartfelt homecoming of T.S. Clarence E. Gibbs, the family has been overwhelmed with gratitude for the incredible outpouring of support from the Laurens County community…
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Spinx celebrates 24/7 Day with free offer for first responders
July 21, 2025
On Thursday, July 24, Spinx will join the convenience store industry for the seventh annual 24/7 Day, a nationwide celebration recognizing everyday heroes—including first responders, EMTs, doctors, nurses, 911 professionals,…
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Spinx celebrates 24/7 Day with free offer for first responders
July 21, 2025
On Thursday, July 24, Spinx will join the convenience store industry for the seventh annual 24/7 Day, a nationwide celebration recognizing everyday heroes—including first responders, EMTs, doctors, nurses, 911 professionals,…
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Welcome Home, Hero: Upstate Community Honors Fallen Soldier T/Sgt. Clarence E. Gibbs with Heartfelt Tribute
July 21, 2025
Even a delayed flight couldn’t deter the people of the Upstate from doing what patriotic Americans do best — showing unwavering respect and gratitude for one of their own. On…
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Welcome Home, Hero: Community Invited to Honor T/Sgt. Clarence E. Gibbs on Friday
July 16, 2025
WWII Airman Finally Coming Home After 81 Years — Graveside Service Set for July 26 After more than eight decades listed as Missing in Action, Technical Sergeant Clarence E. Gibbs is…
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Mekong Memoirs: Come hear the story of a Vietnam veteran from South Carolina
July 1, 2025
Glen Inabinet was a bit farther along in life, a bit more mature, than the average draftee who went to Vietnam. He was an old married man of 25, and…
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Newest exhibition at Upcountry History Museum assembles display of Avengers originals
June 4, 2025
Traverse the Marvel Universe through a unique experience that explores the fourth installment of the Avengers saga in “Avengers: Endgame – The Exhibition,” a first-of-its-kind showcase opening at the Upcountry…
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South Carolina Ranked #1 Best State for Military Retirees
May 25, 2025
South Carolina has earned the top spot in WalletHub’s 2024 ranking of the Best States for Military Retirees, making it the premier destination in the nation for veterans transitioning to…
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Heather Smith joins The Big Red Barn Retreat Board to support our Heroes in the Carolinas and beyond
May 22, 2025
The Big Red Barn Retreat (BRBR), an organization dedicated to supporting veterans, active-duty military, and first responders, is proud to announce the appointment of Heather F. Smith to its board…
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“Poppy Lady” Visits East Elementary to Share the Story Behind the Symbol
May 19, 2025
On May 19, American Legion Post 56 Auxiliary Sergeant-At-Arms Deb Valiante—affectionately known in the community as the “Poppy Lady”—visited Clinton’s East Elementary School to bring history to life for second…
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The Battle of Camden, as explained by a ‘redcoat’
May 13, 2025
Books have been written about war since writing was invented. In the 1890s, Stephen Crane’s The Red Badge of Courage initiated a new way to tell such stories. Rather than…
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Veteran ‘Tunnel Rat’ will tell his story at Lexington County Library branch – May 2
April 24, 2025
On May 2, the South Carolina Confederate Relic Room and Military Museum’s Noon Debrief series of free lectures will debut in a new location. And it will be a particularly…
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Learn about the struggles of a Montagnard soldier who settled in South Carolina
April 24, 2025
We all remember – if we’re old enough – the fall of Saigon on April 30, 1975, particularly the image of that helicopter trying to evacuate people from a rooftop.…
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Hear the full, true story of the Doolittle Raid, and the Midlands’ role in it
April 7, 2025
You know about the Doolittle Raid – or at least, you should. On April 18, 1942 – just over four months after the Pearl Harbor attack – sixteen B-25B Mitchell…
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M16, which generations of American soldiers have carried into battle, discussed at next Noon Debrief
April 1, 2025
The eight-shot, semiautomatic M1 Garand rifle got the American infantryman through both the Second World War and Korea. General George S. Patton called it “the greatest battle implement ever devised.”…
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Post 56 and Geraldine’s Soup Kitchen to Host Vietnam Veterans Day Breakfast
March 22, 2025
The American Legion Copeland-Davidson Post 56 is partnering with Geraldine’s Soup Kitchen to host a Biscuits and Gravy Breakfast in honor of Vietnam Veterans Day, a national holiday recognizing those…
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During the Revolution, South Carolina had its very own Navy
March 20, 2025
You’ve heard of John Paul Jones, the first great hero of the United States Navy. But remember that in his heyday, there was no “U.S. Navy” as we think of…
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‘Flower Power’ re-envisioned in newest exhibit opening at the Upcountry History Museum
March 6, 2025Say “Flower Power” and many people immediately flash back to 1960s-70s America and a focus on peace and love. But add in the efforts of a First Lady of the…
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Clinton Area Students Invited to Enter 1st Annual American Legion Auxiliary Unit 56 Americanism Essay Contest
March 5, 2025
The American Legion Auxiliary, Unit 56 of Clinton, invites student writers in grades 3 through 12 to participate in the 1st Annual Americanism Essay Contest for the 2024-2025 school year.…
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