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20241005 – South Carolina Army National Guard CH-47F Chinook helicopter delivers critical supplies to western North Carolina after hurricane Helene
10/30/2024
U.S. Army Soldiers from the Det. 1, 2nd General Support Aviation Battalion, 238th Aviation Regiment, 59th Aviation Troop Command, South Carolina Army National Guard, fly a relief mission across the South-North Carolinas border, aboard a CH-47F Chinook helicopter, during post hurricane Helene response operations, western North Carolina, Oct. 5, 2024. The mission was flown from Greenville, South Carolina, as part of a multi-state, relief effort to provide aid to communities that have become isolated in the aftermath of hurricane Helene. Helene made landfall on Sept. 26, in Florida, as a category 4 hurricane. The storm caused historical-level floodings in western North Carolina and widespread power outages affecting over 1.2 million people in South Carolina, and over 3 million across Tennessee, Florida, Georgia, and the Carolinas. The South Carolina National Guard continues to respond to disaster relief requests for assistance from federal, local, and state agencies. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Sgt. 1st Class Roberto Di Giovine)
U.S. Army National Guard helicopters fly hurricane Helene relief missions across the South-North Carolinas border
10/30/2024
U.S. Army National Guard Soldiers and helicopters from three states assigned to Task Force Aviation, South Carolina Army National Guard, fly relief missions across the South-North Carolinas border, in support of emergency-response operations post hurricane Helene, Western North Carolina, Oct. 2-5, 2024. Task Force Aviation included crews and aircraft from Florida, New York, and South Carolina. The missions were flown daily from Greenville, South Carolina, as part of a multi-state, relief effort to provide aid to communities that have become isolated in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene. Helene made landfall on Sept. 26, in Florida, as a category 4 hurricane. The storm caused historical-level floodings in western North Carolina and power outages affecting over 1.2 million people in South Carolina, and over 3 million across Tennessee, Florida, Georgia, North Carolina and South Carolina. The South Carolina National Guard continues to respond to disaster relief requests for assistance from federal, local, and state agencies. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Sgt. 1st Class Roberto Di Giovine)
South Carolina Army National Guard Air Defenders Deploy to CENTCOM
10/30/2024
Soldiers assigned to Battery B, 2nd Battalion, 263rd Air Defense Artillery Battalion (ADA BN), 263rd Army Air and Missile Defense Command (AAMDC), South Carolina Army National Guard, held a deployment departure ceremony on Oct. 19, 2024, at the Easley Readiness Center, Easley, South Carolina. This event marks the unit's preparation for deployment in support of Operation Inherit Freedom.
2-263rd ADA BN deploys in support of Operation Inherit Freedom
10/30/2024
Soldiers assigned to 2nd Battalion, 263rd Air Defense Artillery, 263rd Army Air and Missile Defense Command, South Carolina Army National Guard, held a deployment departure ceremony on Oct. 19, 2024, at the Easley Readiness Center, Easley, South Carolina. This event marks the unit's preparation for deployment in support of Operation Inherit Freedom. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Maj. Ed Duvall)
Renovations ahead at South Carolina National Guard Hartsville Readiness Center
10/29/2024
Hartsville will soon be home to a newly renovated South Carolina National Guard readiness center thanks to a $4.5 million investment from the state and federal government.
1055th Transportation Company Deployment Ceremony [Image 5 of 10]
10/28/2024
U.S. Army National Guard Soldiers with the 1055th Transportation Company, South Carolina National Guard, held a deployment ceremony Oct. 27, 2024, at McCrady Training Center, in Eastover, South Carolina. More than 100 Guardsmen will deploy to support the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to assist with border security operations. The Department of Defense has supported the Department of Homeland Security’s border security in 19 of the last 23 years. The mission enables CBP to address security challenges and conduct its mission more efficiently along the southwest border. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. 1st Class Brad Mincey, South Carolina National Guard)
1055th Transportation Company Deployment Ceremony [Image 2 of 10]
10/28/2024
U.S. Army National Guard Soldiers with the 1055th Transportation Company, South Carolina National Guard, held a deployment ceremony Oct. 27, 2024, at McCrady Training Center, in Eastover, South Carolina. More than 100 Guardsmen will deploy to support the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to assist with border security operations. The Department of Defense has supported the Department of Homeland Security’s border security in 19 of the last 23 years. The mission enables CBP to address security challenges and conduct its mission more efficiently along the southwest border. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. 1st Class Brad Mincey, South Carolina National Guard)
South Carolina Army National Guardsmen to deploy to Southwest border to support Customs and Border Protection
10/28/2024
A company of approximately 120 South Carolina Army National Guardsmen assigned to the 1055th Transportation Company, 59th Troop Command, headquartered in Laurens, will deploy at the end of October for approximately 12 months supporting U.S. Customs and Border Protection as part of the federal Southwest Border Mission.
South Carolina National Guard supports emergency response for Hurricane Helene (Engineers)
10/22/2024
U.S. Soldiers assigned to the 178th Engineer Battalion, South Carolina Army National Guard, assist emergency response teams the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, Greenville, South Carolina, Sept. 30, 2024. The engineers provide additional, removal, reduction and disposal of debris capabilities to the South Carolina Emergency Management Division. Helene made landfall on Sept. 26, 2024, in Florida as a category 4 hurricane. The storm caused an unprecedented number of power outages affecting over 1.2 million people in South Carolina, and over 3 million across Tennessee, Florida, Georgia, and South Carolina. Nearly 100 people were killed across Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina and Virginia (U.S. Army National Guard photo Sgt. 1st Class Roby Di Giovine)
South Carolina National Guard Disaster Relief in Edgefield
10/18/2024
U.S. Army Lt. Col. Jay Sirmon, commander, 122nd Engineer Battalion, South Carolina Army National Guard from Lugoff, S.C. and Maj. Chris Huber, executive officer, from Lexington, S.C., conduct an area of responsibility circulation in Edgefield county. They ensure their Soldiers are doing well and are safe while assessing damage as a result of #Helene. The South Carolina National Guard continues to respond to disaster relief requests for assistance from federal, local, and state agencies. (U.S. Army National Guard video by Staff Sgt. Chelsea Weaver)
U.S. Army National Guard CH-47F Chinooks fly post Helene relief
10/18/2024
U.S. Army Soldiers from the Det. 1, 2nd General Support Aviation Battalion, 238th Aviation Regiment, 59th Aviation Troop Command, South Carolina Army National Guard, and Bravo Company, 3rd General Support Aviation Battalion, 126th Aviation Regiment, New York National Guard, flew relief missions across the South-North Carolinas border, aboard a CH-47F Chinook helicopter, during post Hurricane Helene response operations, Western North Carolina. The South Carolina National Guard continues to respond to disaster relief requests for assistance from federal, local, and state agencies. (U.S. Army National Guard video by Sgt. Ana-Grace Catoe)
Unlikely team prevent tragedy on I-26
10/9/2024
What began as a routine drive to Charleston, South Carolina, turned into a harrowing encounter on Friday, October 4, 2024, for U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Cooke and his girlfriend, Haley Heskett. The couple, traveling on I-26 around 3:30 PM, found themselves in a dangerous situation when an erratic driver began swerving unpredictably, endangering others on the road.
South Carolina National Guard responds in Saluda County
10/7/2024
Soldiers and Airmen from the South Carolina National Guard have been activated to provide relief efforts across the state in the wake of Hurricane Helene.
National Guard Soldier helps neighbors in Gaffney through Helene relief efforts
10/4/2024
GAFFNEY, S.C. -- When Tropical Storm Helene hit South Carolina, it brought widespread damage and left communities like Gaffney, South Carolina, grappling with power outages, flooding, and a shortage of basic necessities. Amid the chaos, U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Kevin Garcia, a Gaffney resident himself, stepped in to serve his neighbors in a unique capacity — both as a protector and a community member.
South Carolina National Guard engineers support local post Helene efforts
9/28/2024
The South Carolina National Guard is supporting local and state agencies as they continue to respond to what Helene left behind.
Rhythms of service: 246 Army Band, South Carolina National Guard
8/12/2024
The South Carolina National Guard is fortunate to have the incredible talent of band members traveling around the state connecting with South Carolinians through music.
SC National Guard: a profound sense of pride in Domestic Operations
8/7/2024
Headquartered on Fish Hatchery Road, in West Columbia, SCEMD director Kim Stinson, has the incredible responsibility of keeping all who live, visit, or travel to South Carolina safe. During an emergency a robust team of representatives from state and federal agencies, all significantly contributing to the wellbeing of South Carolinians congregate at SCEMD to respond.
South Carolina Army National Guard mobilizes to clear obstacles in Bluffton
8/7/2024
The South Carolina Army National Guard's 124th Engineer Company, part of the 122nd Engineer Battalion and 117th Engineer Brigade, was activated on Aug. 5, 2024 for State Active Duty ahead of Tropical Storm Debby. The unit, comprising around 15 soldiers, is deploying to Bluffton, SC, to facilitate infrastructure recovery by clearing road and path obstacles. Their deployment includes LMTVs, wreckers, generators, fuel, water, and food supplies to ensure operational effectiveness and community support. (U.S. Army National Guard video by Spc. Turner Horton)
South Carolina National Guard heads to Florida as Debby looms
8/5/2024
The South Carolina National Guard is responding to the Florida Department of Emergency Management’s request for assistance through the Emergency Management Assistance Compact in anticipation of a Tropical Storm Debby.
Palmetto Guardian - Episode 170
8/4/2024
On this episode of the Palmetto Guardian Staff Sgt. Chelsea Weaver aka Hollywood, heads to the field to cover the Child and Youth Program 2024 Youth Camp. She talks with campers, junior/senior counselors and staff about their experience during the week long camp. They dive into their favorite activities, what they look forward to most next year and a little advice to those future first time campers. This year also marks the 30th anniversary of the SCNG child and youth programs hosting the youth camp at Camp Bob Cooper. The Palmetto Guardian is hosted by Staff Sgt. Chelsea Weaver with the South Carolina National Guard Public Affairs office.