Midlands Military Matters: McCaffrey nominated Secretary of SC Dept. of Veterans' Affairs
Governor McMaster nominated a new cabinet member at the State House earlier today.
Midlands Military Matters: Three generations of soldiers
Four generations of a family have become Army soldiers after training at Ft. Jackson.
Midlands Military Matters: Graduation day at Fort Jackson
In tonight's Military Matters, it's graduation day!
96-year-old Battle of the Bulge Veteran receives free, more accessible shower
Retired PFC Army Veteran Gerald White fought in World War II's Battle of the Bulge.
U.S. Army Central honors life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Over 200 U.S. Army Soldiers met at Army Central's Patton Hall on Shaw Air Force Base to honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Military Matters: Pentagon removes Covid-19 vaccine mandate for troops
The Covid-19 vaccine mandate for U.S. troops is going away after the Pentagon officially removed it on Tuesday.
Midlands Military Matters: Biden signs National Defense Authorization Act
President Biden signed the $858 billion National Defense Authorization Act into law today.
Fort Jackson Army Trainees fly home for the holidays
According to Leslie Ann Sully with Fort Jackson, together more than 6,000 basic training trainees and advanced individual training soldiers are leaving their post to be with family and friends for the holidays.
Midlands Military Matters: Army veteran gifted home
Army veteran Cheryl Davis, her 14 year-old son and newborn daughter now have a place to call home in Columbia, South Carolina— and the best part its mortgage free!
Fallen Heroes tree lighting ceremony held at State House
According to Major General Van McCarty, South Carolina's Adjutant General, the tree holds over 600 gold stars, with each star representing a lost service member.
Midlands Military Matters: Air Force unveils new stealth bomber
The Air Force unveiled its newest stealth bomber aircraft today in Palmdale, California.
Fort Jackson trainees celebrate Thanksgiving with feast and Army family
Fort Jackson's Commander and Brigadier General Jason Kelly wants all the trainees to know that while this may be their first Thanksgiving away from their own family, the Army family will always be there for them.
Harvest Hope, SC Dept. of Veterans' Affairs hold food drive for Veterans
Harvest Hope and the South Carolina Department of Veterans' Affairs are hosting a food drive dedicated to feeding Veterans and families in need.
Celebrating Veterans: Shannon Morgan, U.S. Army retired
In tonight's Military matters we are celebrating our veterans.
Midlands Military Matters: Breakfast buddies, widowers find friendship
In tonight’s Military Matters, I caught up with two veterans, Mr. Willie Davis and Mr. Ed Ballington
SC Dept. Veterans Affairs and Harvest Hope host Veterans food drive
SC Dept. Veterans Affairs/Harvest Hope partner to host Thanksgiving food drive for Veterans and their families
97-year-old WWII Veteran reflects on time in Army
Marion Willis Shealy became a Corporal in General Patton's Third Army during World War II.
Columbia Veterans Day Parade canceled due to inclement weather
The 44th Annual Columbia Veterans Day parade is canceled due to inclement weather from Tropical Storm Nicole.
Food Lion giving 10% discount to veterans and active-duty military members
Food Lion is offering a 10% discount on all groceries to all active-duty military and veterans on Nov. 11 to show appreciation for those serving in the armed forces.
Midlands soldier receives General MacArthur Leadership Award at Pentagon, achieves pilot honor
Army National Guard Captain Joshua Blizzard was presented with the prestigious award for showing ideals of duty, honor, and country.
2022 Veterans Day Events across the State
This Veteran's Day, families and community members will have the chance to choose from a long list of events happening across the state in honor of Veterans who served to protect our country.
Midlands Military Matters: Recognizing local Veterans in the month of November
ABC Columbia wants to honor all those who served this Veterans Day
Midlands Military Matters: Columbia native featured in Army ad
Midlands Military Matters speaks with local grad about feature in a U.S. Army ad
"Your Fair Your Army" allows fairgoers to interact with soldiers, equipment
When you think of the SC State Fair, you probably think of all the fun rides and delicious food.
Military leaders attend Governor's Commanders Brief
Military leaders from across South Carolina and Fort Gordon, Georgia attended the 2022 Governor's Commanders Brief this morning at the Pastides Alumni Center. South Carolina's eight major military installations are made up of over 68,000 Department of Defense personnel.
