Veterans Day 5K at The Citadel

Our crew is still working out the details for this year's 5K, but we're back for 2024!

Run or walk with us on November 9 at 9 AM in Hampton Park, located near The Citadel and Johnson Hagood Stadium. It's a great way to kick off your weekend and honor and raise funds for our veterans.

Register or learn more at VeteransDay5K.org

Thanks Fleet Feet Mount Pleasant and Let's Walk for selecting Dave and helping him get fitted with new shoes for walking. We appreciate how much you give back to our running community as well as our veterans.

Thank you Dave for your service! We appreciate you!

Salute from the Shore is back for 2024! Check out where you can see the flyover on July 4.

Here's our flyover schedule for ! Each year, it is the wonderful support of active-duty military men and women who make SFTS possible. With each year, there’s always the possibility that aircraft and crew will be called to a higher mission and pulled away from this event at the last minute. That is the case this year for our largest participant and crowd pleaser, the Globemaster C-17 out of Charleston Joint Base. We thank the crew for their service, wish them good luck on their mission and hope to have them back again next year!

That said, SFTS is still ON with our friends in F-16s from the 169th Fighter Wing with McEntire JNGB and the Warbirds brigade of vintage military planes, delivering what promises to be a great day on the beach saluting our active and retired military personnel! Follow us along for any updates to the schedule. July 4th can't come soon enough! 😎 🏖️ 🇺🇸

If you're looking for fireworks displays, Mission One Mortgage has a comprehensive list.

As always, please keep your pets safe, and if you plan to shoot off your own fireworks, be safe as well.

Charleston is a great destination to celebrate the 4th of July. 🎆🌭 You can enjoy watching fireworks around the city and most of the time with a view of the water. Whether you’re visiting from out of town or a local wanting to celebrate Independence Day, you're in for a treat!

📍Sullivan’s Island - The free Party at The Park will begin at 6:00pm and guests are encouraged to bring a chair or a blanket to watch the show firework show that will begin shortly after 9:00pm. Music will be provided by the Shem Creek Boogie Band.

📍Folly Beach - The free show will begin from the West side of the island, a few blocks from the Folly Beach Pier. Viewing is available from all along the beach and even throughout Center Street.

📍Isle of Palms - The show will be held from 9:00pm to 9:30pm. Admission is FREE. Setup for the firework show will begin at 6:30pm, so the city has asked visitors to leave the beach area between 21st Avenue to 3rd Sea Cabins during the preparation time.

For more spots and fireworks, visit: https://charlestonguru.com/guide/4th-of-july-in-charleston/

Thank you U.S. Coast Guard Sector Charleston!

Coast Guard Sector Charleston rescues eight stuck in boat off James Island The Coast Guard says it rescued eight people from a boat after it ran aground near James Island Saturday evening.

Welcome home to the heroes of Joint Base Charleston! ❤️💙❤️💙

Congratulations to all of the runners and walkers and way to go Charleston Southern DPT and WarriorWOD on a great inaugural 5K!

Don't miss the air show! Get your tickets and make a picnic plan for next weekend!

🎉 One Week Away!
With just a week until the skies above Charleston come alive, have you planned your visit? Secure your parking pass at airshowcharleston.com.

Bulldog Breakaway Twilight Series 2024 For event details, please refer to: https://www.active.com/charleston-sc/running/distance-running-races/bulldog-breakaway-twilight-series-2024

Don't forget about the Hustle for Heroes 5K on April 13 at CSU. Our friends at Charleston Southern DPT and WarriorWOD are hosting it.

Proceeds benefit WarriorWOD, which prioritizes exercise, nutrition, and mentorship to help veterans recovering from post-traumatic stress and other invisible wounds. They work alongside Lowcountry Veterans Home- one of our 5K's beneficiaries.

We hope to see you there on April 13. Register or learn more at https://runsignup.com/hustleforheroes5k

Here's a great opportunity to help our friends at WarriorWOD.

See you on April 13!

🏃‍♂️💨 Join us for the Hustle For Heroes 5K! 🎉🇺🇸

Are you ready for a day filled with fun, fitness, and the spirit of giving back? Charleston Southern University and WarriorWOD invite you to lace up your running shoes for an unforgettable experience!

🗓 Date: April 13, 2024
📍 Location: Charleston Southern University, 500 BUC Club Blvd, North Charleston, SC

This isn’t just any 5K – it’s a chance to make a profound impact. Every step you take helps support our veterans' recovery from Post-Traumatic Stress and contributes to reducing veteran suicides. Let’s come together to honor their service and promote their well-being.

Expect a day packed with:

A professionally timed 5K race 🏁
Health screenings 🩺
Fun activities for kids 🎈
And much more!
Whether you’re running, walking, or cheering, your participation means the world to our heroes. 🌍❤️

👉 Ready to make a difference and have a blast? https://runsignup.com/hustleforheroes5k to sign up now! Let’s hustle for our heroes and show them they’re not alone.

📸 Don’t forget to capture your moments and share them with us using 📸

Together, we can create a wave of support that changes lives. See you at the starting line! 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️💙

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Our friends at Charleston Southern DPT and WarriorWOD are hosting the Hustle for Heroes 5K on April 13 at CSU.

Proceeds benefit WarriorWOD, which prioritizes exercise, nutrition, and mentorship to help veterans recovering from post-traumatic stress and other invisible wounds. They work alongside Lowcountry Veterans Home- one of our 5K's beneficiaries.

We hope to see you there on April 13. Register or learn more at https://runsignup.com/hustleforheroes5k

Our friends at Charleston Southern University and WarriorWOD are hosting the Hustle for Heroes 5K on April 13 at CSU.

Proceeds benefit WarriorWOD, which prioritizes exercise, nutrition, and mentorship to help veterans recovering from post-traumatic stress and other invisible wounds. They work alongside Lowcountry Veterans Home- one of our 5K's beneficiaries.

We hope to see you there on April 13!

🏃‍♂️💨 Join us for the Hustle For Heroes 5K! 🎉🇺🇸

Are you ready for a day filled with fun, fitness, and the spirit of giving back? Charleston Southern University and WarriorWOD invite you to lace up your running shoes for an unforgettable experience!

🗓 Date: April 13, 2024
📍 Location: Charleston Southern University, 500 BUC Club Blvd, North Charleston, SC

This isn’t just any 5K – it’s a chance to make a profound impact. Every step you take helps support our veterans' recovery from Post-Traumatic Stress and contributes to reducing veteran suicides. Let’s come together to honor their service and promote their well-being.

Expect a day packed with:

A professionally timed 5K race 🏁
Health screenings 🩺
Fun activities for kids 🎈
And much more!
Whether you’re running, walking, or cheering, your participation means the world to our heroes. 🌍❤️

👉 CTA: Ready to make a difference and have a blast? https://runsignup.com/hustleforheroes5k to sign up now! Let’s hustle for our heroes and show them they’re not alone.

📸 Don’t forget to capture your moments and share them with us using 📸

Together, we can create a wave of support that changes lives. See you at the starting line! 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️💙

We're excited for this year's Joint Base Charleston air show on April 20 and 21.

You must register for a parking pass, but there is no charge. It's also a great opportunity to introduce young people in your life to aviation and military service.

Learn more at https://airshowcharleston.com

The Charleston Airshow at Joint Base Charleston is set for April 20-21, 2024, promising an exceptional display of military and civilian aviation.

JB Charleston will open its gates to the public to witness “Heroes of Flight,” with the pride and precision of the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds aerial demonstration squadron, along with the U.S. Air Force Academy ‘Wings of Blue’ parachute team and a number of other military and civilian aerial demonstrations.

Attendees can explore a variety of modern and historic military aircraft and equipment on the ground, including the unique opportunity to engage with U.S. military personnel.

With a special focus on STEM education, the airshow will feature interactive activities and displays from leading aerospace companies. This initiative is aimed at inspiring the next generation to pursue a future in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.

“The Charleston Community shows their love for the Military all the time and the Air Show is a big opportunity for us to show our love back,” said Col. Michael Freeman, 628th Air Base Wing and JB Charleston commander.

A parking pass is mandatory for event access. Passes are available at no cost via the airshow's official website, https://airshowcharleston.com. Here you can also find the most up-to-date information on performers, traffic, parking, event maps, premium seating, and more. Sign up on the website to have Charleston Airshow notifications pushed directly to your inbox.

At tonight's Charleston City Council meeting, Mayor William Cogswell recognized our Veterans Day 5K's fundraising accomplishments and commitment to Col. Thomas O'Donnell. Our race director, Jack Cleland, also spoke at the meeting.

After the meeting, we presented the Lowcountry Veterans Organization and Ralph H. Johnson food pantry with $5,000 checks.

Thank you to everyone who ran, walked, volunteered, sponsored, and supported our inaugural 5K!

Thank you for your service, Ralph H. Johnson! You ARE Black history, and we're proud to raise money for the food bank at the medical center that bears your name.

This Black History Month, the Ralph H. Johnson VA Health Care System honors the heroic legacy of its namesake, Private First Class Ralph H. Johnson. In 1968, Johnson, a Marine scout serving in Vietnam, sacrificed his life to save his fellow Marines. His remarkable courage and selflessness earned him the Medal of Honor posthumously.

Throughout history and still today, Black Veterans have shaped our country's progress towards building a more just society. This Black History Month, we celebrate their stories and honor their many contributions to our nation.

Next week is your chance to check out and tour the Go Coast Guard Charleston Cutter Stone.

Check out the flyer below for more information.

The Coast Guard Cutter Stone will open its doors for tours! Come check it out on JANUARY 26th. Times are listed in the picture.

Thank you to our Citadel alumni who are veterans, and best wishes to those cadets pursuing military careers.

We hope some good musical acts will perform at The Citadel!

Get ready for concerts in Johnson Hagood Stadium!
The Citadel, in partnership with Southern Entertainment, will soon launch The Citadel Live Concert Series, which will bring internationally known musicians to Charleston and transform the stadium into one of the area’s largest entertainment venues. Read more about the concert series here: https://bit.ly/3H7Oo9d

Please continue to support our Veterans Day 5K sponsors. We want them to know we're grateful for their support and also hope they return for 2024.

Lowes Foods Hanahan provided water on race day, and they have everything you need for your New Year's Day meal as well. Doesn't this look delicious?

Looking for a great way to kick off 2024 on the right (or left) foot? Check out Race The Landing's Pajama Run 5K. Several of our Veterans Day 5K organizers also organize and market this family-friendly 5K.

On January 1 at 9 AM, come experience a beautiful course at Charles Towne Landing, warm soups and cornbread, coffee and hot chocolate, and retro awards with us.

Register at bit.ly/RTLJanuary2024

If you're looking for your next 5K, several of our organizers work with the Race The Landing 5k Series and their New Year's Day 5K.

You can wear your pajamas (if you want) and complete the run or walk in beautiful Charles Towne Landing. Afterwards, we have retro awards, retro shirts, soup, cornbread, and hot chocolate.

Register at https://bit.ly/RTLJanuary2024

Registration for our New Year's Day 5K is now open!

This 5K begins at 9 AM on January 1, and you can just roll out of bed and show up in our pajamas. We guarantee it will be your best 5K of 2024 so far :).

Sign up at https://runsignup.com/Race/SC/Charleston/20205KNewYearsDayPajamaRunRecycleReuseandRenew

Proud of these cadets who spent their Thanksgiving break serving others!