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Friday, May 24, 2013  U.S. Rep. Jeff Duncan is touring his South Carolina district over the Memorial Day weekend to thank veterans and first responders for their service.

Sunday, May 05, 2013  Store officials at the Best Buy Harbison location announced they will be giving away free gift cards and other promotions this month to first responders.

Friday, May 03, 2013  A spokesman for Gov. Nikki Haley says the first family is safe after being evacuated for a small fire at the Governor's Mansion.

Tuesday, April 23, 2013  Experts say Post Traumatic Stress Disorder is a "disability that doesn't go away" and comes with a range of symptoms.

Thursday, December 20, 2012  The Columbia Fire Department recognized a few good men and women Thursday morning.

Friday, December 14, 2012  Authorities say Pelion High School was temporarily evacuated Friday as a precaution.

Tuesday, December 04, 2012  Fort Jackson preparing for the worst Tuesday by simulating a shooting on base to help educate emergency responders on how to end a potentially deadly situation.

Wednesday, September 12, 2012  One year after unveiling a first responders memorial in Columbia's Vista, community leaders and residents gathered there Tuesday night to mark the 11th anniversary of the 9-11 attacks.

Tuesday, September 11, 2012  South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley ordered the flags above the Statehouse to be flown at half-staff to remember those who died in the Sept. 11, 2011, terrorist attacks.

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, June 21, 2012  First responders from four states are scheduled to take part in a rescue competition aboard the USS Yorktown in Charleston Harbor.

Saturday, September 10, 2011  Several 9/11 remembrance events are taking place across the Midlands Sunday.

Friday, September 09, 2011  Military and civilians at Fort Jackson gather to honor the victims of the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks.

Thursday, September 08, 2011  A pair of F-16 Fighting Falcon jets from the 169th Fighter Wing will make a pass over the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center in downtown Columbia at low altitude Sunday around 3 p.m.  Officials want to prevent concerns that might come up on, Sept. 11, a highly sensitive day to many.

Wednesday, September 07, 2011  After a year of planning and six months of fund raising, the Midlands First Responders First Remembrance Memorial is becoming a reality to everyone involved, for whom the memorial has become a passion.