Blue Star Mothers of the Upstate calls on community for holiday care package drive via Amazon Wish List
October 26, 2026
With the holiday season approaching, local military mothers are turning to the Upstate community to help send comfort, encouragement, and essential provisions to active-duty service members deployed overseas. The Blue…
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From Mauldin Rec Fields to Drill Sergeant of the Year: Kevin Harrington’s Journey of Quiet Resilience
October 26, 2026
I recently had the pleasure of sitting down with a neighbor to talk about her son. Like so many extraordinary stories rooted in our community, this one started right here…
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Georgetown community invited to honor local heroes at annual Veterans Day Parade
October 25, 2026
Georgetown is gearing up to honor its military veterans with the annual Veterans Day Parade on Wednesday, November 11, at 2:00 pm. Community members, businesses, and local organizations are warmly…
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Honoring Our Heroes: Kiwanis Clubs host 6th Annual Field of Honor® in Georgetown
October 22, 2026
The Kiwanis Clubs of Georgetown and Pawleys Island invite the community to gather and reflect at the sixth annual Field of Honor® flag display. Running from November 7 through December…
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Free all-ages concert and veterans tribute coming to Fluor Field on November 8
October 22, 2026
One of the Upstate’s largest and most poignant Veterans Day events takes place at Fluor Field on Sunday, November 8 from 2 to 6 p.m. in downtown Greenville. SC Veterans…
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Meta brings national AI accessibility initiative to Columbia, providing free smart glasses to blind veterans
October 15, 2026
Meta is bringing its nationwide artificial intelligence accessibility initiative to South Carolina’s Midlands this week, partnering with the American Council of the Blind to provide free Ray-Ban Meta AI glasses…
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New VA medical facility breaks ground in Port Royal
October 14, 2026
Bringing expanded healthcare services and jobs to Beaufort County The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is developing the new community-based outpatient clinic at 1844 Ribaut Road in Port Royal.…
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SC250 provides research funding for online travel guide
October 14, 2026
The $60,000 grant helps pay for Phase I of CadenceSC.org, the rhythm and legacy of Black South Carolinians of the Revolutionary War The WeGOJA Foundation has received a $60,000 grant…
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MCAS Beaufort to host the Beaufort Air Show April 3-4, 2027, headlined by the U.S. Navy Blue Angels
October 14, 2026
Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort will open its gates to the public for the 2027 Beaufort Air Show, on April 3-4, 2027, featuring two days of highly anticipated aviation excellence,…
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The TWLUM Teen Project to honor local veterans at November 7 celebration
October 5, 2026
The TWLUM Teen Project is proud to announce its upcoming event, “Celebrating Our Veterans,” scheduled for Saturday, November 7, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM at the Battery Park…
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Ed Gouge carried Vietnam’s casualties, then found peace in Clinton
September 28, 2026
Last week the Buzz shared the story of Ed Gouge’s day in Washington, D.C., where the Clinton veteran was chosen to lay a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown…
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Kiwanis Clubs to host annual “Field of Honor” flag display and scholarship fundraiser
September 28, 2026
The Kiwanis Clubs of Georgetown and Pawleys Island will host the annual Field of Honor® flag display from Nov. 7 through Dec. 12 on the front lawn of the former…
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Low Country Veterans Group to host inaugural “Boots to Black Tie” gala at Litchfield Country Club
September 28, 2026
The Low Country Veterans Group will host its inaugural Boots to Black Tie Fundraising Gala on Friday, Dec. 17, 2026, bringing together local veterans, community leaders, businesses, and supporters for…
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Veterans Nonprofit Seeks $850K Grant to Remove Toxic, Deteriorating Railroad Trestle from Cooper River
September 23, 2026
A crumbling, 70-year-old abandoned industrial railroad bridge jutting into the Cooper River poses an escalating threat to commercial boat traffic, delicate tidal wetlands, and marine wildlife with every passing coastal…
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Upstate Warrior Solution to Host Three-Waterfall Hike at DuPont State Forest This Saturday
September 23, 2026
Local veterans, active-duty service members, first responders, and their families are invited to take on the trails this weekend as Upstate Warrior Solution’s Recreation & Wellness program hosts a group…
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Blue Star Mothers of the Upstate calls on community for deployment care packages and cards
September 21, 2026
Local military mothers are calling on the Upstate community to help pack and send encouragement, comfort, and practical care to service members preparing for upcoming deployments. Blue Star Mothers of…
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Upstate invited to fill GSP for veterans’ Honor Flight homecoming
September 13, 2026
Ninety South Carolina veterans will fly from Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport to Washington, D.C., on Wednesday, Sept. 16, for a special Honor Flight, and Upstate Warrior Solution is asking the community…
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VFW Post 6444 hosts Quarter Auction fundraiser to support local veterans and community programs
September 11, 2026
VFW Georgetown Memorial Post 6444 invites the community to an afternoon of fun, food, and friendly bidding at its upcoming Quarter Auction Fundraiser on Saturday, September 26, from 12:00 PM…
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Twenty-five years after 9/11, Upstate Warrior Solution stands with those who answered the call
September 9, 2026
This week marks 25 years since the attacks of Sept. 11, 2001, a morning that sent a generation of Americans toward recruiting offices, firehouses and police academies. A quarter century…
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Laurens County State Delegation announces appointment of new Veterans Affairs Director
August 26, 2026
The Laurens County State Delegation is pleased to announce the appointment of Laurens County resident, Dale Williams, as the new Laurens County Veterans Affairs Director. A United States Air Force…
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Free lecture addresses what the Vietnam War meant, and how it ended – Friday, Sept. 4
August 19, 2026
Free lecture at noon on Friday, Sept. 4, at the South Carolina Confederate Relic Room and Military Museum in Columbia At first, the Vietnam Memorial in Washington was controversial, especially…
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Mauldin City Officials Take to the Skies for Historic “Freedom Flight” Flyover at Amp’d Up Fridays
July 6, 2026
Local leaders and law enforcement took the phrase “public service” to new heights during a special holiday weekend celebration. Ahead of the Fourth of July, members of the city team…
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South Carolina-Based F-35B Stealth Jet Stuns Crowds with Mid-Air Hover Over D.C. for Independence Day Celebration
July 6, 2026
During the monumental Independence Day celebrations marking America’s 250th birthday, a state-of-the-art fighter jet from the Palmetto State stole the show in the skies over the nation’s capital. As part…
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South Carolina-Based F-35B Stealth Jet Stuns Crowds with Mid-Air Hover Over D.C. for “Freedom 250”
July 6, 2026
During the monumental Independence Day celebrations marking America’s 250th birthday, a state-of-the-art fighter jet from the Palmetto State stole the show in the skies over the nation’s capital. As part…
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Look to the Skies: 2026 “Salute from the Shores” to honor heroes this 4th of July
June 29, 2026
This Independence Day, South Carolina beachgoers are in for a spectacular, high-flying tribute. The annual Salute from the Shores is returning on Saturday, July 4, 2026, bringing a powerful display…
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Take the 7th inning stretch at Upcountry History Museum with “Picturing America’s Pastime” Exhibit
June 26, 2026
“Take me out to the…Museum?” Yes, step into the 7th inning stretch with “Picturing America’s Pastime” and explore the grandeur of the early game through the vibrancy of today’s big-league…
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Celebrating Safely: Balancing Holiday Sparks with Pet Protection and Neighborly Courtesy
June 22, 2026
With the 4th of July rapidly approaching, neighborhood skies are preparing to fill with light and sound to celebrate our nation’s 250th birthday. But while backyard pyrotechnics are a beloved…
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Sen. Tim Scott congratulates Major James Capers, Jr. on earning the Medal of Honor
June 22, 2026
U.S. Senator Tim Scott (R-S.C.) congratulated Major James Capers, Jr. recently on earning the Medal of Honor for his incredible acts of valor when his Marine Corps special operations team…
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State Delegation Opens Search for Laurens County Veterans Affairs Director
June 17, 2026
The Laurens County State Delegation has begun the search to fill the position of Veterans Affairs Director. This critical role serves Laurens County’s veteran community and is appointed by the…
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Tiny Trotters Earn Qualification from American Miniature Therapy Horse Association
June 14, 2026
Four miniature horses from Tiny Trotters and their handlers have earned official qualification from the American Miniature Therapy Horse Association (AMTHA) after completing a Therapy Horse Clinic held June 6…
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New Peanuts exhibit at Upcountry History Museum explores origins of beloved Franklin character
June 11, 2026On July 31, 1968, Charlie Brown made a new friend, and the Peanuts comic strip made history as that new friend, Franklin, became the first Black character in this popular…
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American Legion Post 25 to Carry Nation of Patriots Tour Flag on July 3–4
June 8, 2026
A powerful symbol of unity and patriotism will arrive in Laurens County this summer as American Legion Post 25 participates in the nationwide Patriot Tour™ organized by the Nation of…
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Hear about veterans’ experiences during and after the Vietnam War
June 3, 2026
C.W. Bowman has often fascinated Midlands audiences with chilling stories of his service as a Tunnel Rat in Vietnam. Now, he’s ready to share an equally compelling human-interest account of…
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Golden Strip Communities Gather to Honor Fallen Heroes this Memorial Day
May 25, 2026
Communities across the Golden Strip are pausing today to observe Memorial Day, joining together in solemn remembrance of the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving…
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Duke Energy Foundation honors South Carolina veterans this Memorial Day with $30,000 in grants for workforce development
May 21, 2026
As communities honor the sacrifices of U.S. service members and their families this Memorial Day, the Duke Energy Foundation is awarding $30,000 to South Carolina nonprofit organizations who focus on…
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Honoring Sacrifice and Celebrating Community: Memorial Day Weekend Guide for the Golden Strip
May 18, 2026
As the unofficial kickoff to summer approaches, municipalities across the Golden Strip are preparing a balanced lineup of events for Memorial Day weekend. From solemn ceremonies honoring America’s fallen heroes…
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Sizzling Strategies: How to Master the Ultimate Memorial Day Cookout
May 13, 2026
As the unofficial start of summer approaches, residents across the Upstate are preparing to fire up their grills for Memorial Day. While the holiday is primarily a time for solemn…
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Military can visit Relic Room free again this summer, thanks to Blue Star
May 13, 2026
Once again, the South Carolina Confederate Relic Room and Military Museum is proud to participate in the Blue Star Museums initiative, which provides free admission to current military personnel and…
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American Legion Post 20 Honors Vietnam Veteran; Two Women Named Veterans Last Patrol Honorary Veterans
April 27, 2026
Vietnam Veteran Honored in Greenwood The American Legion Post 20 and Auxiliary Unit 20, with support from Veterans Last Patrol and Family Hospice, held a Veterans Honor Ceremony for Forrest…
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American Revolution Exhibit at Upcountry History Museum takes you from front lines to home fronts
April 24, 2026
From 1775-1783, Patriots and Loyalists engaged in ongoing skirmishes and all-out battles as the American Revolution spread throughout the 13 Colonies until the tide of war turned in favor of…
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Learn all about the legendary ‘Flying Tigers’
April 20, 2026
What do you know about the Flying Tigers? If you’re like many people, your answer is likely, “Not much.” Here’s a chance to do something about that. The Flying Tigers…
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Upcountry History Museum to host one-day-only display of South Carolina’s founding documents
April 20, 2026
The Upcountry History Museum – Greenville County is proud to be the Upstate’s only venue for the display of the South Carolina Department of Archives and History (SCDAH) exhibit, “Foundations…
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Community Rallies Behind Post 25, Raising More than $6,500 to Support Post 25 Members Jim Peterson and Jim Massey
April 20, 2026
American Legion Post 25 hosted a fundraiser on Saturday that drew riders from across the state, neighbors, and local businesses together for a cause close to home. By the end…
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Anthems of the Upstate: Mauldin City Singers to Perform
April 3, 2026
The Mauldin Cultural Center is preparing to echo with the sounds of heritage and hope as the Mauldin City Singers take the stage for their annual spring performance. This year’s…
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The Big Red Barn Retreat announces Build On Your Land LLC as presenting sponsor of Fall Jam 2026
April 2, 2026
Annual benefit concert returns November 14 to support our nation’s heroes The Big Red Barn Retreat announced Build On Your Land LLC as the presenting sponsor of Fall Jam 2026,…
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Lowcountry Food Bank receives donation from CSX to support veterans who experience food insecurity
April 1, 2026
Lowcountry Food Bank (LCFB) has been awarded grant funding from CSX Transportation to support local veteran farmers by purchasing the produce they grow for distribution to neighbors who experience food…
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The Big Red Barn Retreat announces Build On Your Land LLC as presenting sponsor of Fall Jam 2026
March 31, 2026
Annual benefit concert returns November 14 to support our nation’s heroes The Big Red Barn Retreat announced Build On Your Land LLC as the presenting sponsor of Fall Jam 2026,…
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Jorge Gomez joins Coldwell Banker Caine in Greenville
March 25, 2026
Coldwell Banker Caine is proud to welcome Jorge Gomez as a Realtor® in its Greenville office. A U.S. Air Force veteran with a background in aerospace leadership, Gomez brings professionalism,…
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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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