Michele Ladd is traveling from state to state meeting with veterans and first responders to talk about Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, depression addiction, and suicide.

here's no question a service dog and its handler share a special bond.

Petty Officer Third Class James Miske died May 26 with no family to claim him or arrange his funeral.

A Midlands Army veteran battling ALS is able to fulfill a bucket list item. This week, she was back in uniform to lead the latest group of soldiers to complete basic training at Fort Jackson, as the soldiers marched off of Hilton Field for their graduation ceremony.

A South Carolina funeral home is asking people to come to the funeral of a 75-year-old Navy veteran who has no family to claim him.

The Department of Veteran's Affairs rolled out its new healthcare system Thursday.

Thursday we commemorate the 75 the anniversary of D-Day, one of the turning points of World War II.

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The fort's 102nd anniversary was held on Hilton Field on June 1.

You have to travel for miles off the interstate to reach 102-year-old Buddy Kunkle’s rural Prosperity home. But it’s worth it.

Monday, hundreds gathered at Fort Jackson National Cemetery to honor those who paid the ultimate sacrifice.

In a powerful sentence, Gold Star Mother Diane Rawl drew a comparison between the temperature we are feeling in Columbia, and what those who have served and died went through.

As we remember the lives of those who died protecting our country, there are a few events taking place in the Midlands to commemorate Memorial Day.

Carowinds has announced military-focused discounts that both active service members and veterans, along with their families, can enjoy together this summer.

He was laid to rest Saturday at Spring Grove Cemetery

In honor of our nation’s veterans - a local non-profit held the 2nd annual Barbecue for the Brave in Lexington.

There will be a ribbon cutting ceremony Tuesday for the brand new pavilions at Centennial Park on Fort Jackson.

South Carolina was ranked among the 10 best states for military retirees, according to a recent study released by WalletHub.

From May 20 through May 24, you can drop off any of the items suggested below at WIS, any AllSouth Federal Credit Union location listed to the right, or Bath Fitter on Huger Street in Columbia.

Seven dogs received their diplomas at today’s graduation, and all of those certificates were delivered by fellow pups.

Fort Jackson officials honored one of their own during a building dedication ceremony on May 2.

Holocaust Remembrance Day will be nationally recognized on May 2.

It’s advice we all need to hear: you can’t fix stupid, but you CAN throw glitter on it.

There are currently 21 chapters open across the U.S., and the Palmetto State was just recently added to that list.

It’s that time of the week - our service dog-in-training Winston and his trainers from PAALS stopped by the studio to give us an update on his training and his work throughout the week.

The announcement was made by the Columbia Chamber on April 11.

Central Midlands Transitional Retreat is a Lexington County housing facility specifically designed for U.S. veterans in partnership with the VA hospital. The program offers transitional housing for homeless or in-crisis veterans, as well as training and education to get them into the workforce.

The Gateway to the Army Association is building a new area at Fort Jackson for families to gather and enjoy time together during Entry Training graduations and Family Day.

Known from the outset as the go-to Army-Navy surplus store and pawn shop named “Moe Levy” is one that most Columbia natives know.

Whether you are a runner, walker or maybe feel like strapping on some gear and "ruckin' it,” there's a way for you to do just that and support our veterans next weekend in Columbia.

It was a proud military showing Friday at the South Carolina State House as leaders, veterans and community members recognized Vietnam veterans and the soldiers who never came home.

On Friday, we honor those who fought for our freedom on National Vietnam War Veterans Day.

A group of Midlands students visited war heroes living at the Dorn VA this week, offering up conversation and care packages to Midlands veterans.

A special member of Fort Bragg is turning 100 years old this week, and staff members need your help to make him feel special.

As WIS continues the Year of the Veteran in 2019, Saturday, several WIS staff members stopped by Dorn VA to hold a cookout for veterans and their families.

In the continued effort to spotlight service members and veterans in the Midlands community, WIS sat down with the man at the helm of the U.S. Army’s largest training installation at Fort Jackson.

The US Army Central has a new leader, Lieutenant General Terry Ferrell.

The National Commander of the American Legion spoke to the state legislature this week about the sacrifice US Coast Guard members have made.

A Blythewood High School teacher will visit France this summer for an opportunity to learn more about the history of World War I.

It's called the “President's Roadmap to Empower Veterans and End a National Tragedy of Suicide” – or PREVENT.