MMM: Fort Jackson celebrates 105th birthday
Midlands Military Matters: Fort Jackson is celebrating its 105th birthday this week, and it all began with cannon fire during a post-run celebration early Monday morning.
MMM: Annual fishing outing for veterans at Lake Murray
In it's 14th year, one non-profit is helping troops and veterans take their military experiences to make their everyday life better, by just simply casting a line and casual conversation.
MMM: Memorial Day event honors those killed in Operation Red Wings
Last week at Fort Jackson, a memorial event was held to honor those killed in Operation Red Wings.
MMM: Memorial Day service at Ft. Jackson National Cemetery
On Monday, Fort Jackson will honor those who paid the ultimate sacrifice in service to our nation.
New names for Fort Bragg, 8 other Army bases recommended
Fort Bragg would become Fort Liberty. Fort Gordon would be Fort Eisenhower. And, for the first time, Army bases would be named after Black soldiers and women. An independent commission on Tuesday recommended new names for nine Army posts that now commemorate Confederate officers.
Columbia Chamber Military Outreach Group meets at State Fairgrounds
The greater Columbia area touts itself as the most military friendly community in America, according to the Columbia Chamber. Tuesday afternoon, the chamber’s Military Outreach Group met at the State Fairgrounds to speak about recent happenings at both Fort Jackson and McEntire Joint National Guard Base.
