SC S0910

Retired Army Master Sergeant Alfonso J. Boyd is named the 2025-2026 South Carolina Veteran of the Year by the South Carolina Department of Veterans' Affairs

Master Sergeant Boyd served 22 years in the United States Army and subsequently established Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps programs at Great Falls, Lewisville, and Chester High Schools, serving Chester County for over 12 years

He has been a member of the James D. Wessinger Chapter 19 of Disabled American Veterans for 20 years and served as commander for over 10 years, organizing events including Quilt of Valor ceremonies, Memorial Day and Veterans Day events for seven years, and the first "Vietnam Veteran Widow" recognition ceremony

His advocacy work has helped Chester County veterans receive over one million dollars in benefits, and he received the WCNC Hyundai Hometown Hero Award in July 2024

The resolution directs that a copy be presented to Master Sergeant Boyd in recognition of his distinguished service to Chester County, South Carolina, and the nation