MEDIA ADVISORY: Wilson to Host Veterans Fair in West Columbia

WHAT: In an effort to better connect the veterans living in South Carolina's Second Congressional District with the resources available to them, Congressman Joe Wilson will be hosting a Veterans Fair.

WHO: Congressman Joe Wilson, veterans' organizations, government agency representatives, local employers, and various other local organizations such as: Social Security Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs, SC National Guard, etc.

WHEN: Wednesday, May 1, 2013 from 10am-2pm

WHERE: West Columbia National Guard Armory, 3528 Platt Springs Road, West Columbia, SC 29170

WHY: Provide easy access and place employers, agencies that handle benefits, and veterans in one location.

ADDITIONAL INFO: Please visit www.joewilson.house.gov/veteransfair for a updated list of participants. Resume writing assistance classes will be offered at 11am and 1pm. At noon, Congressman Wilson will present the Silver Star Award to Specialist Joseph N. Tate, a Vietnam veteran living in Elgin. Please feel free to share the Public Service Announcement with your audience.