Military Matters: Veteran and Military suicide rates down
In tonight’s Military Matters, new numbers on military or veteran suicide are out, and they are going down.
Ft. Jackson holds "Drill Sergeant of the Year" competition
Fort Jackson is holding its annual "U.S. Army's Drill Sergeant of the Year" competition this week. The nine men and two women face mental and physical challenges, including net climbing, low crawling under barbed wire, shooting range tests, and suiting up in their chemical warfare gear.
21 years later, Ft. Jackson remembers September 11th attacks
Fort Jackson held a wreath laying ceremony to honor the lives lost on September 11th, 2001. This Sunday marks 21 years since the terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center and the Pentagon took the lives of 2,977 people.
Unclaimed veterans ceremony held at Fort Jackson National Cemetery
The Chapin American Legion Post 193 held a ceremony today at Fort Jackson National Cemetery to honor the dedicated service given by three previously unclaimed veterans. The service honored U.S. Army Specialist Edward Linetty, U.S. Navy Seaman Dennis Hubble, and U.S. Army Private Nelson Human.
Ft. Jackson offers new program for Army recruits not meeting requirements
Fort Jackson is offering a new program for Army recruits who don't meet the testing or physical requirements to join the Army. According to the US Army's website, only about 23% of young Americans fully meet the Army's eligibility requirements. Instead of lowering standards to join, Fort Jackson has a new program designed to meet recruits where they are and bring them up to the Army's standards.
Military Matters: Inflation impacting military members
In tonight's Military Matters ABC Columbia Anchor Doug Currin takes a closer look at how the inflation is impacting military men and women
MMM: Man believed to be last surviving member of "Band of Brothers" dies Sunday
Bradford Freeman, who is believed to be the last surviving original member of the "Band of Brothers" died Sunday.
Governor McMaster holds bill signing ceremony for Workforce and Military Recognition Act
A new bill could soon put money back into the pockets of South Carolina veterans.
MMM: Army drops requirement that recruits have high school diplomas
The U.S. Army is doing away with its requirement that enlistees have a GED or high school diploma, a move designed to help meet recruiting goals.
MMM: Soldiers celebrate Ft. Jackson's 105th birthday
Celebrating a milestone at Ft. Jackson, with all the cool perks of the Army. The ABC Columbia military team ventured to the post and got up close and personal with some very special guests.
House lawmakers eye 4.6% pay raise for troops in 2023
House lawmakers will propose a 4.6% pay raise for servicemembers next year as part of their initial draft of the annual defense authorization bill, but are also mandating a series of studies into the issue of military pay to ensure it’s keeping pace with civilian wages and families’ financial needs.
Joy, sadness intertwine at Normandy's D-Day commemorations
“I have never forgotten them and I know that their spirits are here,”
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.
