Stories
Stories from USO South Carolina
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USO South Carolina Delivers Smiles, Oreo Cookies to Service Members On Duty During National Oreo Cookie Day
Since its inception in 1912, the Oreo cookie has grown to become one of America’s most popular cookie brands.
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A special book becomes a part of the USO Reading Program in South Carolina
The ability to read and write is vital to a successful education, career, and quality of life in today’s world. Learning to read and write …
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Service Members in South Carolina Enjoy National Oreo Cookie Day with the USO
Not too many people know that one of America’s most popular cookie brands has its very own national recognition day, but USO South Carolina…
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Soldiers and Sailors Receive Warm Surprise, Celebrate National Hot Chocolate Day with USO South Carolina
Few beverages are as deep-rooted in the culture of Americans’ collective childhood quite like hot chocolate. This drink reminds us of snowy…
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USO to Power South Carolina and North Carolina Military Communities with Transitioning Services with Grants from Duke Energy Foundation
USO North Carolina and USO South Carolina have been awarded a $20,000 and $10,000 grant, respectfully, from the Duke Energy Foundation to s…
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USO South Carolina Boosts Morale, Keeps South Carolina National Guard Soldiers Cool and Refreshed during Month-Long Training
After a year of unknowns and limited training opportunities due to the COVID-19 pandemic, units with the South Carolina National Guard cond…
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Dollars for Duty a Workplace Giving Campaign
During Military Appreciation Month, in partnership with the USO, companies will have the opportunity to unite their employees by giving the…
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USO Southeast and Military Supporters Unite to Honor Service Members and their Families during Military Appreciation Month
The USO, whose mission is to strengthen service members by keeping them connected to family, home and country, kicks off a dedicated, month…
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Harris Teeter launches 2021 Support Our Troops campaign, invites shoppers, associates to donate to the USO
Harris Teeter announced today the launch of its annual Support Our Troops campaign to benefit the USO. Now through June 15, Harris Teeter s…
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USO Rapidly Deploys Expeditionary Gaming Center, Supports National Guard in D.C.
Building an expeditionary or temporary USO location is no easy feat – but pivoting to meet the ever-changing needs of service members is wh…
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USO South Carolina Boosts Morale, Serves Ice Cream for Breakfast to U.S. Coast Guard Sector Charleston
Although National Ice Cream for Breakfast Day is held the first Saturday in February, this did not stop USO South Carolina from serving up …
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Meet the 2020 USO East-Southeast Region Volunteer of the Year
USO volunteers play a critical role in strengthening America’s military service members by keeping them connected to family, home and count…
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For Service Members in the Southeast U.S., who couldn’t make it Home for the Holidays, the USO Brings Home to Them
Although thousands of service members travel home for the holidays every year, there are many who remain behind at military installations d…
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In the Southeast U.S., USO Gives a Warm Welcome to Soldiers in Training Headed Home for the Holidays
More than 9,000 soldiers departed basic training at Fort Jackson, S.C. as part of Victory Block Leave – the time-honored holiday tradition …
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MGC Long Run Donates $47,831.97 to USO South Carolina
MGC Long Run Donates $47,831.97 to USO South Carolina Five-year contribution to USO South Carolina totals over $158,000
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USO South Carolina Football Sweepstakes
Enter for a chance to win two (2) tickets for you and one (1) guest to attend the University of South Carolina Gamecock Football home opene…
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USO South Carolina Celebrates Month of the Military Child with Essay Contest to Attend ProCamps with Deshaun Watson
*UPDATE: We have extended this contest through Sunday, May 5, 2019! *
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National Volunteer Week
USO South Carolina Celebrates its Volunteers as a Force Behind the ForcesSM for National Volunteer Week
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National Oreo Day!
On March 6, 2018, thanks to the team and customers of Lowes Foods, service members throughout South Carolina were treated to Oreos! USO Sou…
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Home for the Holidays
Columbia Metropolitan Airport is bringing two Active Duty Service Members home for the holidays and we need your help. Families and friends…
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Get to Know the USO's Digital Sign-in System
The digital sign-in system and USO App are specially designed to connect service members and their families to USO amenities, events, progr…
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Under Armour's Mission 2.4 Challenge
We’ve seen your #Flex4Forces muscles, now it’s time to step it up a notch with our partner Under Armour’s Mission 2.4 Challenge! Together w…