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Yesterday at 10:25 AM  A South Carolina sheriff's deputy has died after working three nights of security at the scene of a fire that destroyed 26 condominiums near Myrtle Beach in March.

Friday, May 17, 2013  Veterans of the World War II-era aircraft carrier USS Franklin are scheduled to hold their final reunion in South Carolina.

Wednesday, May 15, 2013  People got some extra incentive to get fit Wednesday while also helping out homeless veterans.

Thursday, May 09, 2013  Wm. Jennings Bryan Dorn Veteran Affairs Medical Center has two remaining town hall meetings with Veterans to discuss VA health care, explain about VA programs and services, and to gain valuable feedback to help continuously improve our programs.

Friday, May 03, 2013  A group of South Carolina combat veterans is holding a special remembrance ceremony to honor those missing in action and those who gave their lives for their country.

Thursday, May 02, 2013  An Orangeburg man has been charged with conspiring to kill a South Carolina prison guard wounded in a hit authorities have said was orchestrated behind bars with an illegal cellphone.

Wednesday, May 01, 2013  The Department of Veterans Affairs is being sued over a missing laptop officials say contained personal information of thousands of veterans.

Wednesday, May 01, 2013  U.S. Rep. Joe Wilson is offering veterans another opportunity to get some helpful information on jobs and benefits.

Tuesday, April 30, 2013  The Food and Drug Administration is closely watching the marketing of caffeinated gums and snacks and wants to know more about their safety.

Thursday, April 25, 2013  Beaufort County sheriff's deputies say 15 dogs have been taken from the home of a Burton woman who is too sick to take care of them.

Wednesday, April 24, 2013  A South Carolina group that advocates for veterans is holding a rally on the Statehouse steps to push for better health care, benefits and recognition for those with military service.

Monday, April 22, 2013  U.S. Rep. Joe Wilson is offering veterans an opportunity to get some helpful information on jobs and benefits.

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

Tuesday, April 09, 2013  The House has approved measures aimed at legalizing raffles in South Carolina.

Tuesday, April 09, 2013  Thousands of South Carolina veteran's personal information might have been compromised after a laptop went missing from Dorn VA Medical Center in Columbia.