Our son started Camden Military Academy this past school year as a Junior and will be returning…read morethis year as a Senior. CMA has changed his life and I do not say that lightly. His academics have risen dramatically I believe due to the small class sizes, very available teachers who really care and will offer individualized attention and advice that is specific to your son, tutorial sessions, study hall, and endless opportunities to succeed in academics. My son's Christian faith has become his own. He takes it seriously and talks to other cadets and encourages them to take their faith seriously and attend religious opportunities both on and off campus. He has succeeded tremendously in leadership due to seeking out opportunities and taking advantage of opportunities presented to him. He loves the camaraderie and "brotherhood" that he has found at CMA. I am so grateful for the TAC officers that have acted as "local parents" offering mental and emotional support, guidance, and mentoring. My son has turned into a man who has direction, focus and a future. He is a different person than he was when he walked through the doors and my husband and I are so proud of him. And he is so proud of himself.

Camden Military Academy has changed our son's life in every way. He joined Camden in 2021 and was…read morestruggling in all areas of life. He was in trouble constantly and negatively affected him. Mainstream programs, public schools, alternative behavior plans, etc. - nothing had worked. Camden's structure, small class size, staff, the camaraderie of boys in a brotherhood all make room for a new chapter of life. Today, our son has plans for his future path to serve in the military. Our learning and behavioral health team all recommended one school as the only solution he could change his entire life and it was at Camden Military Academy. They were right! What Camden provided that no one else could: Structure, routines, rules, character development, accountability, and build confidence. The overall experience has been 5star! So grateful!

Site of the surrender of Columbia South Carolina. It is very…read moreclose to downtown, will not take much time to visit, but is an absolute must. An engraved rock marks the location and serves as a remembrance of the occasion of the surrender of the city of Columbia South Carolina. Columbia, a major city in the confederacy and the birthplace of the secession movement, was a strategic target for general Sherman and the Union forces. The succession convention, was the first, and it was the only convention to unanimously vote to leave the Union. Sherman and his troops' desire to exact revenge on the city was deep, according to historical documents. In advance of the Union forces attacked in the city, the Confederate troops burn down the bridges leading to the city on February 16, 1865, under the direction of General Wade Hampton III. Hampton, The grandson of a Revolutionary War hero, and considered a hero in his own right, evacuated his troops and placed the mayor, TJ Goodwyn in charge. Union forces began to shell the city from across the river. Seeing what happened to other cities, and hoping to spare Columbia, he ordered Mayor Goodwyn to surrender the city on the morning of the 17th just north of the city. Between 8 AM and 9 AM, the city's Aldermen and the Mayor surrendered formally to Sherman's troops. Unfortunately, this did not help as Sherman and his troops proceeded to torch the city at night. At least two thirds of the city burned as troops set fire to homes, businesses, schools, municipal buildings, and churches. In 1914, the United daughters of the Confederacy held a dedication ceremony featuring the sole surviving witness, Norton W. Brooker, and six descendants of the mayor. The engraved rock sits in front of the church on the corner of River Road and Beaufort Street in the historic Earlewood neighborhood.

Thanks so much for this valuable information! I've been trying to find the location of the site of…read moreColumbia's surrender. I grew up there and have lived in Charlotte for the last 19 years, but plan to ride by tomorrow! Is there not a marker for the site of Camp Sorghum? I have the general area mapped out but I guess there are no traces left. Thanks again!

When in Latin America, dance Cumbia If your toilet breaks,…read morejust call the Plumbia And if you like game cocks And shows that rock your socks Then come straight to the City of Columbia! The city named after an entire column of beer, what's not to love. Better than the Maryland version, but not as thrilling as the nation, by any stretch of the Emoji-Nation. Columbia was always pretty amazing for playing music concerts. I'm not sure why, but the city took to me and I took to them - and I love coming back here. I still have some friends in the area from playing music shows here. I'll always include Columbia on my tours because of that. I guess a lot of people skip over it but I never will. It's a big city and it deserves the attention that I gave it and I appreciate it all the attention that they gave me. They're full of college kids now, some of which are good looking, but there is a caveat - which is that it doesn't seem as friendly as it used to. I got a little bit of ridicule here and there in town, and that's okay cuz there are a lot of nice people here as well and that can happen anywhere and it was the middle of the March Madness so maybe that's why - but it definitely seems like it changed and is way more busy and congested that it ever was when I used to come here. It was a sleepy little city and now it's packedlikesardines little city. I guess it was always busy but not like this. I still really love Columbia because of the music days and I always will, but I hope that my next trip will be as wonderful as some of the older trips were. I've had so many wonderful experiences in Columbia South Carolina concerts. I've yet to actually enjoy a really good meal here (other than the tacos I'm about to mention), or find any good Boba or desserts, but on the way out of town or into town you mussssst go to Tacos Nayarit for some of the best Mexican food anywhere - so that's where I suggest you eat. All in all, it's a wonderful town with a lot of friendly people and a huge college presence, cheering for the naughtily named Gamecocks, who always say they're a bigger deal than they turn out to be.

People always refer to Charleston and Greenville when speaking of South Carolina, they both great…read morecities but they are no Columbia. We are not too big and not too small and in my humble opinion a upcoming city that has a lots of opportunity for entrepreneurs and small businesses. The craft beer scene will soon rival other cities in a few years hopefully with several new additions coming soon. If you know where to look there are many resturants and shops off of international Blvd known or called Decker that have flavors and smells that smack you in the face with goodness the moment you walk in the door. If your new to my city ask around and you will find awesome spots for live music and entertainment. Today I will visit a high end bakery then hit are Soda City market for fresh olive oils and honey and probably sample new food trucks and vendors that have delicious food. After that I'm going to eat lunch at War Mouth a new upscale Southren place that features great drinks and curried quail and local fish. Then to Craft and Draft for are Soda City Suds week to raise money for it and a 5.00 bottle share at the hottest spot on Devine street. This is but a few things Columbia has to offer besides our wonderful history and different cultures. I look forward to see everyone's pictures of Columbia and thoughts of my beloved city.

Situated outside of Eastover, SC, the base is a small RTI centered activity. In the RTI building…read morethere is a mix of small barracks rooms and two gender neutral Soldier rooms. (Two Soldier per room, not two of them) The barracks are 8 to a side in bunks, two bays sharing a bathroom, wall locker per and a desk per inmate. The two human rooms have microwave and tv and WiFi. They are said to be nice, and at least for some people come with maid service. The barracks are better than some I have been in, but the mattress remind me unfavorably of the field sleeping pad. And they are new. The pillow is not as nice as the mattress, so bring your own. Same with the sheets. That having been said, they have washers and dryers in every bay, which is civilized. They do have WiFi which is reasonably fast and does not bog down, so someone in the S6 know what they are doing. Complements to you sir or mam. The Two Soldier Rooms have shared laundry facilities down the hall. The DFAC (cleverly named the Crescent Moon Cafe), though sanitary, did not meet my gastronomic standards. The menu was a bit repetitive and tacos were on Wednesday rather than Tuesday. As DFACs go, it wasn't bad, but it did rather play to the reputation that Army food has spent generations earning. They do have Ice cream. The PX is tiny. Like really tiny. They have zero uniform items, so don't plan on getting any. It is also closed Monday and Tuesday, which is barbaric. Post chapel, tiny gym, and a small USO roundups the scenic attractions. If you are here for BLC, know that this is one of the nicest setups going. It is not, however, Club Med.

A solid base for soldiers. The ground was a little flooded by the rain, but it appeared well kept…read moreup.

Attended my daughter's family day for JROTC. It was simple to get on base, have my id ready and…read moremake sure the windows were down so they could see who was in the back. The signage for the event was a bit misleading as the second sign was blank and easy to pass. We figured it out soon. The staff we encountered was great. My daughter had a great time.

Soooo many people there for family day and graduation, but everything was very organized and the…read morelines ran quickly. The ceremony was amazing!!!! Such an honor to see the young men become soldiers. Brought tears to my eyes. Thank you to all who have served! What a joy to be part of the army family.

I would not recommend SUMTER COUNTY Family Court in cases of domestic abuse…read more My initial case was for an order of protection against my spouse. In retaliation, my spouse filed separate support and maintenance, claiming "irreconcilable differences." I had a valid counterclaim for divorce, custody, and support. I submitted substantial evidence to prove his allegations against me to be false/libel. Additionally, I provided that he was mentally ill, assaulting our children, and intentionally endangering their lives (kicking us out of our home) to gain the upper hand in the current custody pursuit. And you know what that judge did? He granted him temporary custody 2 weeks later, pending guardian ad litem. And you know what my spouse did the day he got that judge's signature? Had me arrested for the kidnapping he was on the scene committing. So I filed a cause to show contempt nearly two weeks ago, because law enforcement is no help for "civil matters." And you know what the court has done about the parental kidnapping and multiple violations of our protection orders? ABSOLUTELY NOTHING.

We visited this small Air Force Base in Sumter, SC a few weeks ago to explore theirbase exchange…read more This military base was established in 1941 to train WWII polits, and today is home for US Air Force and Army tactical units. You have to have an ID or sponser to go on base. A few years ago, we enjoyed an airshow at Shaw AFB, I'm sure that we will return again oneday. Theu used to have a weekly food menu for the NCO Club, example (fish fry fridays, not sure if this is current.

DO NOT WASTE YOUR VALUABLE MONEY ON THIS DEPLORABLE LODGING!!…read more When we arrived we had high hopes of staying on-base to be near family while on leave but were severely disappointed. We stayed in the old TLF and the first night we had to use our own bug spay to kill the roaches and the bathroom floor had hair on it from the previous occupants. The first cleaning day the housekeeper left the dirty towels on the bathroom floor and after I called the Front Desk to notify them the room was NOT cleaned at all on the second day. I called again and didn't receive much satisfaction from the Airman who apologized (like he'd heard this story before). I highly recommend spending the extra money to stay in a nice hotel off-base. You"ll be glad you did!