WATCH: 82nd Chorus Joins WKML In Advance of America’s Got Talent Finale
The 82nd Airborne Division has made it to the finals of America’s Got Talent, and on the eve of that performance, we got a chance to talk with them! With…

The 82nd Airborne Division All-American Chorus has made the finals of America’s Got Talent.
Photo by Trae Patton/NBCThe 82nd Airborne Division has made it to the finals of America's Got Talent, and on the eve of that performance, we got a chance to talk with them!
With final prep work ongoing, four members of the 82nd Chorus stationed at Fort Liberty, took a few minutes to tell us about the experience so far. Oh, and before we forget, make sure you're ready to VOTE tonight! Here's the link to go vote.
Sgt. Damarielis Vargas, SSG Marcus Gilbert, SPC. Oscar Roldan and PFC Silken Carlton are part of the group, that has taken America by storm with their incredible performances so far.
In the audition round, the 82nd Chorus performed their viral sensation rendition of "My Girl." That easily advanced them into the next round.
To move on to the finals, they performed Pink's "I Am Here," and the judges were stunned.
“Thank you for not doing an obvious song, I mean this is a Pink song, that you turned around with a perfect lyric,” judge Simon Cowell said after the group got a standing ovation during Tuesday night’s show, which was recapped Wednesday. “And it was fun, and it was emotive. For me, this was a moment. You are one of my favorite acts this year.”
That gave the 82nd Airborne Chorus a pass into the 2-hour America's Got Talent finale set for Tuesday night at 9 p.m. on NBC. The results will be announced on Wednesday night at 9 p.m. on NBC as well.
"You know, you can’t live in this country, and be at home in this country and part of what we are and where we are, and not love what you just did,” judge Howie Mandel said. “It was so perfect – even though it’s a Pink song – we are here, because you are here. Without you, we couldn’t do what we’re doing. We wouldn’t have the freedom. We wouldn’t have the peace. We wouldn’t have the safety. I can’t thank you enough – for more than the performance – just for being here.”
Here's our interview with the team. Help us wish them luck in the finals!






8 Of the Most Haunted Places in North Carolina
National Ghost Hunting Day is an annual event that takes place on the last Saturday of September. So how are you going to celebrate here in North Carolina? By visiting the most haunted places in the state of course.
It was created to celebrate the thrill of investigating haunted locations, the unexplained, and searching for evidence of the afterlife. Kind of like when you are cleaning your teenager's bedroom. Believe it or not, the first National Ghost Hunting Day was celebrated in 2016! On National Ghost Hunting Day, paranormal teams from around the world come together to embark on the world's largest ghost hunt. The event is an annual international investigation of the paranormal.
Ghost hunting stirs up images of abandoned buildings, dark corners, and things that go bump in the night. It embraces history while breaking open the supernatural and seeking to solve the mystery of the unknown.
To celebrate National Ghost Hunting Day, many people visit haunted locations and participate in ghost hunts. Some popular places to visit include the Wildwood Sanitarium in Salamanca, New York
and the Eastern State Penitentiary in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. However, North Carolina is no slouch when it comes to haunted happenings! National Ghost Hunting Day sounds like the perfect opportunity for a teambuilding fieldtrip or ghostly ghouls night out!
North Carolina is known for its mysterious mountains and eerie marshes, which set the perfect stage for spine-tingling tales of the paranormal.
Now, before you set off on this ghostly adventure, you might want some gear to track what you experience. No, I'm not talking about proton packs, young Egon (as cool as that would be!) Our friends over on TikTok have some great recommendations on what you may want to have in your arsenal of ghost hunting fun:
There you have it! Mark your calendars for September 30th, gather up some friends, steady your nerves and have some ghost-hunting good times!
Here are some of the most haunted places in North Carolina:
Biltmore Estate (Asheville, N.C.)
The Biltmore Estate is a popular tourist attraction and is also known for being one of the most haunted places in North Carolina. Visitors have reported seeing apparitions, hearing strange noises, and feeling cold spots throughout the estate.
Lydia's Bridge (Jamestown, N.C.)
Lydia's Bridge is a popular spot for ghost hunters. Legend has it that Lydia was a hitchhiker who died in a car accident on the bridge. Her ghost is said to haunt the area, and people have reported seeing her apparition and hearing strange noises.
New Hanover County Library (Wilmington, N.C.)
The New Hanover County Library is said to be haunted by the ghost of a woman who was a patron. Her apparition has been seen over the years, and people have reported hearing footsteps and seeing books move. A ghost after my own book loving heart!
The Omni Grove Park Inn (Asheville, N.C.)
The Omni Grove Park Inn is another popular tourist attraction that is also known for being haunted. Visitors have reported seeing apparitions, hearing strange noises, and feeling cold spots throughout the hotel.
Brown Mountain Lights (Linville, NC)
The Brown Mountain Lights are a mysterious phenomenon that has been observed for centuries. The lights are said to be the ghosts of Cherokee Indians who died in a battle on the mountain.
The Haunted Duke Mansion (Charlotte, N.C.)
The Haunted Duke Mansion is said to be haunted by the ghost of James Buchanan Duke, who developed Duke University, Duke Energy, and the Duke Endowment while residing there. Visitors have reported seeing his apparition and hearing strange noises.
Brunswick Town (Brunswick County, N.C.)
Brunswick Town is a colonial ghost town that was destroyed during the Revolutionary War. Visitors have reported seeing apparitions and hearing strange noises throughout the ruins.
Roanoke Island (Roanoke Island, N.C.)
Roanoke Island is known for its mysterious disappearance of the Roanoke Colony in 1590. Visitors have reported seeing apparitions and hearing strange noises throughout the island.




