Charlotte, NC April 23, 2013 - Charlotte Motor Speedway is continuing the rich tradition of paying tribute to the U.S. Armed Forces with a Welcome Home Our Troops pre-race spectacular at the May 26 Coca-Cola 600. The program will include a one-of-a-kind air parade with 10 vintage warbirds, a patriotic flyover and a flight by an American bald eagle over the infield during the national anthem. “When the seque ...

Charlotte, NC April 23, 2013 - Businesses and fans are bringing thousands of troops to Charlotte Motor Speedway for 54th running of the Coca-Cola 600 on May 26 with the new Patriot Partners bus sponsorship program. The program provides companies and individuals the opportunity to welcome home and thank the brave men and women of the U.S. Armed Forces by sponsoring buses to bring troops from Fort Bragg in Fa ...

College of Charleston Graduate Laura Conn Works to Rescue Shelter Dogs, Rehabilitate Prisoners and Revitalize Veterans at Canines for Service   CHARLESTON, SC April 9, 2013 - On April 11, 2013 College of Charleston psychology graduate Laura Conn returns to campus – with a canine student. She won’t be taking notes, but will share how a course at the College inspired her to work with prisoners through th ...

Max Henson Staff Writer Charlotte, NC March 28, 2013 - Panthers wide receiver Steve Smith was on the phone with his wife one night when he was startled by the reality of military life in Afghanistan. A rocket attack occurred at the base where Smith was staying on his USO tour in March. Sirens went off and Smith followed strict instructions, sprinting to a nearby bunker. "All of a sudden it was like, 'Whoa,' ...

Club Offers $5 Tickets to Current and Past Military Personnel All Season CHARLESTON, SC March 28, 2013 – The Charleston RiverDogs will be offering military personnel $5 tickets all season at Joseph P. Riley, Jr. Park thanks to General Dynamics Land Solutions–Force Protection. Plus, the club has planned several Military Appreciation Nights and military-themed promotions throughout the season. Fridays will fe ...

WILMINGTON, NC – The Battleship NORTH CAROLINA is asking for help in making the holidays brighter for veterans. In the past 7 years, the community has come together to send over 11,000 cards to veterans staying in over twenty-eight VA hospitals in 9 states. To continue the tradition, the Ship is reaching out in efforts to build on the foundation and reach more veterans than in years past. To participate, an ...

Columbia, SC - Saturday's game against Wofford is Military Appreciation Day, including our annual Salute to the Military halftime show. Be sure to stay in your seats for this special annual event. As part of the event several members of the armed forces will be recognized. The honorees will represent all of our veterans as well as those presently serving. The honorees will be presented with a special footba ...

GREER, SC – Buffets, Inc.® and legendary music icon Charlie Daniels will be bringing holiday cheer to guests and military families alike with the launch of a new Christmas CD called Hallelujah It’s Christmas Time Again starting this week for just $8.99.  Available exclusively in Buffets, Inc. restaurants, the CD features a wide range of classic and original holiday music including “I’ll Be Home for Christma ...

MCCS Camp Lejeune, NC - Military spouses now have a new resource for learning how to overcome the challenges of military service. Bonnie Amos, spouse of the Commandant of the Marine Corps, Gen. James Amos, has established “The First Lady of the Marine Corps Recommended Reading List.” To kick off this program, a ribbon cutting has been scheduled to take place at the Camp Lejeune Main Exchange on Thursday, 18 ...

“Holiday Mail for Heroes” Mailbox Open Through December 7 Wilmington, NC October 1, 2012 — While military deployments and hospital stays may keep many of our nation’s heroes away from their families this holiday season, the American Red Cross is collecting and distributing cards that send words of encouragement, gratitude and cheer.   Between October 1 and December 7, Americans can give something that ...