BLAZING A TRAIL: African-American Army leaders celebrate Black History Month at Shaw Air Force Base
Those who are in positions of leadership thank those that came before them who pioneered the way for African-Americans in the military.
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Shaw Air Force Base taking part in flyover at the Super Bowl
Shaw Air Force Base in Sumter will take part in the flyover at the Super Bowl this Sunday!
Officials at U.S. Army Central celebrate the Army’s 246th birthday
Today marks the United States Army’s 246th birthday. This morning, a celebration was held at U.S. Army Central at Shaw Air Force Base.
U.S. Army Aviation Branch celebrates 38 years of service
COLUMBIA, SUMTER CO. (WOLO): Retired aviator, Robert Moody, served with the U.S. Army’s Aviation branch for 25 years, working as a Pilot in Command, and Air Mission Commander. Monday’s 38th birthday celebration of the U.S. Army’s Aviation branch was a sentimental reminder of his brothers and sisters in combat. “Aviation is very special to me. I served with a lot…
Local soldiers remember serving in Operation Desert Storm 30 years ago
It’s been 3 decades since thousands of american troops deployed to Iraq as part of Operation Desert Storm/Desert Shield. Some of those soldiers live right here at home as part of U.S. Army Central at Shaw Air Force Base.
COVID-19 vaccines starting to be administered at Shaw Air Force Base
The first vaccines have been administered at Shaw Air Force Base. Medical personnel on the base were the first to get the shots.
Accident investigation report released for fatal F-16 crash at Shaw Air Force Base in June
On Monday, the Air Combat Command released the accident investigation board report for the fatal F-16 crash that occurred on June 30 at Shaw Air Force Base.
20th Fighter Wing Airman found dead
The Shaw Air Force Base is investigating the death of a 20th Fighter Wing Airman.
New drone wing coming to Shaw Air Force Base
A Midlands Air Force base will be the home of a new wing of drones.
Shaw Air Force Officer Charged with Child Pornography, Obstruction
SHAW AIR FORCE BASE, S.C. (WOLO) – A spokesperson with Shaw Air Force Base said Monday that a former officer has been charged with possession of child pornography and obstruction of justice. Col. William R. Jones was charged on June 29; a preliminary hearing is scheduled for Aug. 8, officials say in a press release. “The charges are being worked through…
