MORNING HEADLINES | Banks and government offices are closed today in the Charleston area as the nation honors its veterans. Observed each year on Nov. 11, the holiday honors living veterans from all branches of the military and gives communities a chance to reflect on their service and sacrifice.
World War II Gen. George S. Patton noted in June 1945: “It is foolish and wrong to mourn the men who died. Rather we should thank God that such men lived.”
Offices for the city of Charleston and its recreation facilities will be closed today in observance of the holiday. There will also be no trash collection and regular mail delivery.
Across the Charleston area, veterans and active-duty military members can take advantage of a variety of deals, freebies and special offers. Restaurants like Vicious Biscuit, Friendly’s and Viva Chicken are offering free meals to active-duty members and veterans, while businesses like Sports Clips and Autobell Carwash offer free services.
Veterans Day events scheduled across the area range from breakfast gatherings and community ceremonies to parades, concerts and tributes aboard the USS Yorktown.
The city of North Charleston, Dorchester County Veterans Affairs and the city of Goose Creek will hold their own ceremonies from 10 a.m. to noon.
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