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Monday, May 27, 2013  As people enjoyed the sand and sun, WACH FOX stopped by to find out how many people know why we celebrate Memorial Day.

Saturday, April 13, 2013  South Carolina military supporters are making sure the state's Korean War veterans know their service is appreciated.

Friday, November 16, 2012  The Army is honoring one of its chaplains and six chaplain assistants who died while serving their country.

Saturday, November 10, 2012  Saturday marks the first of what will be three days of Veterans Day commemorations across the U.S.

Tuesday, September 11, 2012  Midlands First responders from the all branches of the military, law enforcement, fire service, and EMS who have given their life in service will be honored Tuesday evening at the First Responders Remembrance Memorial on Lincoln Street.

Thursday, May 10, 2012  Confederate Memorial Day is being observed in the state where the Civil War began.

Tuesday, May 01, 2012  Benedict College held their annual athletics award banquet Monday night.

Friday, March 23, 2012  Members of the Midlands community will march Saturday morning in honor of Trayvon Martin.

Friday, November 11, 2011  In the middle of downtown Columbia, Memorial Park is a 7 acre memorial dedicted to the men and woman who have served America since World War 1.

Wednesday, September 07, 2011  Guard spokeswoman Maj. Cindi King says Maj. Gen. Robert Livingston is welcoming leaders of the Third Army, Fort Jackson and members of the South Carolina Army and Air National Guard at the ceremony at Fort Jackson on Wednesday. The vice president of USO centers in the United States, Jeff Hill, is also expected to attend.

Monday, May 16, 2011  Gov. Nikki Haley held a ceremony to honor those who volunteer their time and money to help those less fortunate.  The governor gave awards for community service, direct service and various after-school programs.

Monday, April 12, 2010  This week is National Public Safety Week and around the country, many are taking time out of their day to honor the men and women who dispatch, repsond and provide help during an emergency.

Monday, October 12, 2009  Schwarzenegger creates special Calif. recognition day honoring gay rights leader Harvey Milk

Saturday, September 19, 2009  South Carolina Highway Patrol Trooper Jonathan Nash was killed while honoring his fallen colleague Saturday.

Saturday, May 16, 2009  The South Carolina chapter of the NAACP is presenting one of its top awards to two men who led civil rights efforts in the state.