SCNG Family Programs

09/23/2016

Memorandum For: Immediate Public release

Subject: Interment of previously unclaimed Veterans at the Fort
Jackson National Cemetery.

On 30 September 2016 at 11:00.Legionnaires from American Legion Post 193 of Chapin SC will at the Fort Jackson National Cemetery lay to rest the cremated remains of two previously unclaimed Veterans, Private, Joseph E. Redfern U.S Army and PVT, John G. Dunkley U.S. Marine Corps. Little is known about these two Veterans beyond the fact that they served their Country and that there is no family to lay them to rest with the honor and dignity they deserve. The American Legion, Patriot Guard and many other Veterans from across the State will ensure that these two receive the interment they deserve.

This interment is being supported by Veterans and community members from across the State of South Carolina the Kornegay & Moseley Funeral Home is providing the hearse and staff to transport the cremated remains of these heroes and Juveniles from the SC Department of Juvenile Justice have built the urns and will also attend the service.

The Cremated remains of these two Veterans will be es**rted to the Fort Jackson National Cemetery from American Legion Post 193, 102 Lexington Ave. Chapin SC, at 1020 hrs. by American Legion Riders and members of the Patriot Guard.

Chaplain Emeritus Tom Fincher will officiate at the ceremony, an Honor Guard from Fort Jackson, South Carolina the US Marine Corps and American Legion Post 71 North Augusta will provide Full Military Honors. The public is invited to attend.

The Point of Contact for this information is listed below.

Steve Goulet
American Legion Post 193 Inc.
Chapin, SC.
1st Vice Commander
803-732-9569

09/22/2016

Yellow Ribbon Ride

For the SC Vietnam Veterans who never came home.

Saturday, November 12, 2016

982 U.S. Military Personnel from South Carolina who served in Vietnam never came home. Help us honor them on the Yellow Ribbon Motorcycle Ride!

Assemble: 10:00 AM, Saturday, November 12, 2016
Spirit Communications Park (Home of the Columbia Fireflies)

**The first 982 riders (to register) will receive a packet with a Yellow Ribbon of a Fallen SC Vietnam Veteran.**

The police-es**rted motorcycle parade will depart at 11:00AM, going to the South Carolina Military Museum, 1 National Guard Road, Columbia, SC 29201.

There will be a Ceremony upon arrival at the Museum and the Yellow Ribbons will become part of a permanent Vietnam display at the Museum. A Vietnam film and free BBQ will follow the ceremony.

You may pre-register for a minimum donation of $10 at https://welcomehometocarolina.com/.

You may also donate more to help support this event if you'd like.

If you're among the first 982 riders to register, you'll receive a number from 1 to 982. Bring your receipt to registration on November 12th to pick up your packet. Unclaimed ribbons can be claimed at the registration site on Saturday.

If there are two riders on a motorcycle, both can register to carry a Yellow Ribbon. You can still ride and participate when all packets are given out. But everyone must register either online or at the registration site on the day of the event.

You do not need to ride a motorcycle to participate or to donate.

Please help us honor the Fallen from the Vietnam War.

Phase II of the event next year will honor the living from the Vietnam Era.

If you have questions or want more info, contact Steven Jeffcoat at the SC Military Museum by calling 803-238-4599.

09/29/2015

The inaugural Palmetto Warriors' Spirit 5k and Military/Veteran Family Appreciation Celebration will take place Halloween at American Legion Richland Post 6 on Pickens Street. After-race festivities include a live band, food & drink, kids games, prizes, and booths from a number of veterans' organizations here in Columbia.
To register, please go to: http://strictlyrunning.com/gpscrlgnReg-9f.asp

08/11/2015

Effective August 1, 2015, traditional drilling/part-time National Guard and Reserve service members and their dependents are again eligible to use the Tutor.com for U.S. Military Families program at no cost through continued funding by the Yellow Ribbon Reintegration Program.

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03/10/2015

Amazon has announced plans to add 500 new full-time jobs to its Lexington County fulfillment center.

03/10/2015

Numerous hiring events will be held this week across the Upstate.

03/02/2015

Oh boy - here we go again: Get ready to tweak your clocks forward an hour this weekend!
What do you like (or dislike) about Daylight Saving Time?

01/14/2015

Effective Friday, 16 JAN 15, all personnel are required to present their Department of Defense (DoD) identification credentials to gain access to Fort Jackson.

Proper DoD credentials include Military/Civilian CAC card, Dependant ID card, Retiree ID card, and Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) card or pass. Non-military affiliated individuals may be met at the gate and es**rted by Military/Civilian CAC card holders, dependant spouses and retirees. Individuals with DBIDS credentials are not authorized to es**rt.

Individuals not in possession of a valid DoD ID credential will be denied access onto Fort Jackson until they have been vetted. For unfettered access, individuals must have a reason to be on post, be sponsored, and be vetted/credentialed.

Non-military affiliated individuals requiring access onto FJ will need to visit the Visitor Control Center (VCC) at either Gate 2 (M-F, 0630-2100hrs, Sat 0730-1600) or the VCC at the Barker Bldg 4394 (M-F 0730-1600hrs)

For Family/Graduation Day visitors, G3 is publishing guidance through OPORD which will be enforced at the access control points.

POC for this information is:
SONYA D. THOMAS
MSG, USA
DES Operations NCOIC
Office : (803)751-1122
Cell: (803) 381-7042

10/24/2014

All veterans who need help with claims please come to the Carolina Veterans Commission meeting at Haskell Baptist Church, 1231 Blue Ridge Terrace, Columbia, SC. They will be there on October 25th from 1300 through 1600.

05/29/2014

McEntire Joint National Guard Base, SC



The front gate entrance, off of Garners Ferry Road, will be closed to all inbound and outbound starting on June 2, 2014 for seven months.

Drivers wishing to access McEntire will need to anticipate delays and use alternative gate locations and times during construction period. Travelers are advised to allow more time for their commute and exercise caution while navigating new traffic patterns.


Please see attachments for maps, gate hours and media advisory.

05/15/2014

The Fort Jackson 2014 Retiree Appreciation Days will be celebrated for all Military Retirees, on 15-17 May 2014. Our South Carolina Military Retirees, and their Families, are a large part of the Military Retirees in South Carolina. If you received the latest Fort Jackson - South Carolina RETIREE BULLETIN, Volume 1 2014, the following ACTIVITIES during the three days of the: FORT JACKSON 2014 RETIREE APPRECIATION DAYS - PLANNED!

THURSDAY, MAY 15:
Continental Breakfast: Starting at 7:30 a.m. at the Fort Jackson Officers' Club. Enjoy free refreshments and board the buses at 8:30 a.m. for transportation to the Ceremony at Hilton Field. (Please RSVP).

Basic Training Graduation Ceremony and Salute to Retirees: 9 a.m. at Hilton Field. The guest speaker will be SMA(Ret) KENNETH PRESTON! Seating reserved in VIP area. If you would like to participate in the pass in review, call: 751-7671, after 6:30 a.m.

Silver Dollar Days at Century Lanes Bowling Center: May 15th - 18th. $1 Shoes, $1 Bowing $1 Snack.

FRIDAY, MAY 16:
Golf Tournament: At Ft. Jackson Golf Club, starting at 9 a. m. Captain's Choice. Member price is $40 per person. Non-Member & Guest prices are $50 per person. Price includes: cart and user fees, snacks, prize fund, BBQ lunch, range and green fees for non-members. Call 787-4437 for details. Please pre-register at Ft. Jackson Gold Club.

AAFES In-Store Sale at the Main PX from 9 a.m. - 9 p. m.

Commissary Case Lot Sale from: 9 a. m. - 6 p. m.

SATURDAY, MAY 17:
RETIREE HEALTH AND BENEFITS EXPO: At the Solomon Center, Strom Thurmond Blvd, from: 9 a. m. to 1 p. m. Moncrief Army Community Hospital will provide Health Screening, and Counseling Booths. Many, many Agencies are represented!

VICTORY BINGO MAY MADNESS BUDDY SESSION: At Victory Bingo. Doors open 1 p. m.

AAFES In-Store Sale at the Main PX from 9 a. m. -9 p. m.

Commissary Case Lot Sale from: 9 a. m. - 6 p. m.

Thanking the Troops Through Tennis: Instruction from Dick Stockton. This is a FREE event. Call Cindi Keene at 751-3096.

No-Tap Bowling Tournament: At Century Lanes Bowling Center at 6 p. m. Registration 5 - 6 p. m. Only $20.

GREAT OPPORTUNITIES!

GREAT OPPORTUNITIES!

GREAT OPPORTUNITIES!

04/26/2014

Thanks for the care package guy's!!! More snacks that I don't need Lol!!! Getting on the fat girl band wagon!!! Thanks!! Miss you guy's...... SPC Williams.