American Legion Beaufort Post 9, a new member of the Beaufort Chamber of Commerce, is striving to promote both patriotism and successful business in the Beaufort area. It is calling attention to local businesses that proudly display the U.S. flag at their location. Post 9 presents those enterprises with a framed certificate thanking them. Here, Michelle Ladd, of Ruth’s Christian Books & Gifts Center, accepts the certificate from Post Commander Chuck Lurey.