Every year The War Memorial Foundation hosts two events, one for Memorial Day and for Veteran’s Day. The events are held at The Carolina Field of Honor, which serves as a gathering place for ceremonies and events to honor those who serve.
Their mission is to honor service men and women, educate families, and to help children know the stories and memories from Veterans. Keeping their stories and memories alive honors them and their service, and also enables the next generation to respect the honor of serving their country.
At Oxner + Permar we enjoy taking part in local events and showing our appreciation to the Veterans in our community. There are thousands of residents who have served or are currently serving and it is important to us to honor their stories, memories, and experiences.
If you enjoy knowing where your food comes from, learning more about local agriculture, or want to spend the day dancing to bluegrass and folk music, this is a great event for you. Every Saturday and Sunday in June there will be self-guided tours of farms throughout South Carolina, with food and activities for children and adults.
It is a free event that is open to the public where local artisans will be set up to display their work, there will be live music, food, hayrides, barnyard animals, and fresh veggies to pick as you tour historic farms.
The Ag + Art Tour has grown since it began in 2012. The event started out with just one farm and now includes tours of farms in 12 counties every weekend in June, and is the largest farm and art tour in the United States.The tours start Saturday, June 2 with five farms to choose from.
The All All American Marathon is coming up on Sunday, March 25. Along with the All American Marathon there will also be the Mike-to-Mike Half Marathon and The All American 5K. These three races take place every year at Fort Bragg. The race is put on by MWR which is the welfare and recreation organization for the Army.
All of the proceeds go back into the organization for their programs, gyms, child and youth services, and for soldiers and their family members. The race is in honor of service members and to honor those who serve and those who have given everything.
The Mike-to-Mike Half Marathon is named after a soldier symbol on Fort Bragg, Iron Mike. This half marathon runs past the original Iron Mike located in downtown Fayetteville and finishes at the main post parade field running past the duplicate Iron Mike. He’s a symbol of soldier’s strength and power, being iron strong.
Runners who would like to participate but are unable to make it to Fayetteville on race day may still sign up and run anytime and anywhere that is convenient to them. More information for the Virtual Race is available on their website.
The holiday season is upon us. The stores are bustling and full of decorations, many people are planning holiday dinners, and everything seems to be a bit busier than usual. While the holidays can be a fun and exciting time of year, they can also be exhausting, bring many negative emotions, and can lead to holiday stress.
If you’ve suffered work injuries, your holiday season might be slightly different than it has been in years past. But it’s important to remember that experiencing stress and depression around the holidays is entirely normal. It’s okay to feel sad or frustrated.
The holidays are stressful enough without worrying about getting injured at work. But unfortunately, many employers don’t offer adequate protection for employees who suffer workplace injuries during the busy season.
If workers’ comp insurance does not cover you, you may be responsible for paying out of pocket for medical bills, lost wages, and other expenses associated with your injury. And if you’re self-employed, you may not qualify for benefits because you aren’t considered an employee.
Workers’ comp laws vary by state, but most states require employers to pay for certain types of medical treatment and disability payments when an employee suffers a work-related injury.
Many people experience feelings of isolation and loneliness. If this happens to you, don’t hesitate to reach out to your community. Whether you volunteer somewhere or attend a religious or social event, do something that helps connect you with other people.
It can be difficult, but remember, saying no to things is okay. If you’re not feeling up for visiting with people or cooking food for the family, it’s okay to opt-out. What’s most important is focusing on your recovery.
The holidays mean more physical activity than usual. Whether you’re shopping at the mall or visiting family, there’s no doubt that you’ll be walking more during this busy season. And when you walk, you may sustain injuries.
You must file a claim with your employer’s insurance company if you’ve been injured. But wait! Before you do anything, take care of yourself. Get medical treatment for your injury and stay off work until you recover.
The holidays are stressful times for everyone. They’re filled with family gatherings, parties, shopping, travel, and food. But we should be aware of some health hazards associated with the holidays.
Holiday stress can lead to injury. Whether it’s due to overindulging at holiday events, working too hard during the holidays, or simply being tired after a long day, the holidays can cause serious injuries.
Workers’ comp claims spike during the holidays because employees often take leave days off to attend holiday celebrations. This leaves them vulnerable to workplace accidents.
And let’s not forget the dangers of alcohol consumption. Alcohol abuse during the holidays can lead to many types of injuries, including car crashes, falls, slips, trips, burns, and poisonings.
If you suffer from chronic pain or illness, you may need to adjust your holiday expectations. And if you’ve been injured on the job, you may consider filing a claim through your workers’ comp insurance company.
Overexerting yourself can make your injuries worse. It’s a good idea to set aside time for yourself and take lots of breaks. Being realistic about what you’ll be capable of doing can also help reduce stress. Come up with a game plan and be ready to adjust it to accommodate how you’re feeling.
Of course, if you find yourself struggling or feeling very depressed, don’t hesitate to seek guidance from a professional.
Oxner + Permar has multiple offices across North and South Carolina, so it’s always exciting when our different branches can give back. Recently two offices had the opportunity to participate in a couple of outstanding events in their communities.
The Greensboro office participated in La Batella Kids, a fun-filled day of music, entertainment, talent shows, and more! The Oxner + Permar team set up a tent and gave away a ton of candy to the kids and their families. This event also gave us the opportunity to speak with families in the community. We were able to share a lot of good advice and tips. We had a blast, and it seemed like everyone in attendance did too!
Over in Raleigh, the office attended La Fiesta del Pueblo 2017. As with the event in Greensboro, we were able to give out candy to attendees. We also had the pleasure of being able to chat with families all day. This was a wonderful opportunity to get to talk with members of the community.
We understand that it can be intimidating to approach an attorney; that’s why we believe it’s important for us to get involved and show that we care about the communities that we represent. We want people to feel that they can come to us with challenges they face in their lives whether they’re dealing with a workers’ compensation case, a family law case, a personal injury case, or something else. An experienced attorney can make all the difference, and we want to make a positive difference in our communities.
