Palmetto Railways appoints Tarek “T” Ravenel as president and chief executive officer
August 24, 2026
Palmetto Railways, an enterprise agency of the state of South Carolina and a division of the S.C. Department of Commerce, today announced the appointment of Tarek “T” Ravenel as president and chief…
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New statewide infrastructure data to be unveiled at August 18 event
August 13, 2026
New data examining the economic impact of infrastructure investment across South Carolina will be unveiled Tuesday, Aug. 18, at a Columbia luncheon open to the state’s business community. Hosted by…
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Clemson University’s Mashrur “Ronnie” Chowdhury earns prestigious national research award
July 28, 2026Chowdhury’s work has helped move transportation research from emerging ideas to real-world systems that are safer, more secure and more connected Mashrur “Ronnie” Chowdhury of Clemson University has received the American…
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ACEC-SC celebrates 2025-26 Future Leaders Program graduates
July 9, 2026
The American Council of Engineering Companies of South Carolina (ACEC-SC) recognized 26 graduates of its 2025-26 Future Leaders Program during the South Carolina Engineering Conference & Trade Show in June.…
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SCDOT receives $23.5 million federal grant for statewide bridge replacement initiative
July 9, 2026
Following an announcement from the US Department of Transportation, the South Carolina Department of Transportation announced that it has received a competitive $23.5 million Better Utilizing Investments to Leverage Development…
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Urquhart named 2026 ACEC-SC Engineer of the Year
June 30, 2026
The American Council of Engineering Companies of South Carolina (ACEC-SC) has named D. Brice Urquhart, PE, Senior Vice President of Davis & Floyd, as its 2026 Engineer of the Year.…
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Fred Caldwell elected to serve as President of the South Carolina Automobile Dealers Association
June 24, 2026
H. Fred Caldwell, Jr. of Fred Caldwell Chevrolet, located in Clover, SC, has been elected President of the South Carolina Automobile Dealers Association (SCADA) for the 2026-2027 term. He was…
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U.S. Customs and Border Protection to host Global Entry enrollment event at Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport
May 28, 2026
The Greenville-Spartanburg Airport District (GSP) announced that U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) will host a Global Entry enrollment event at Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport from June 16-18, 2026, from 8:00…
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South Carolina’s Hands-Free law in full effect as 100 Deadly Days of Summer begin
May 25, 2026
Memorial Day marks the start of the 100 Deadly Days of Summer, and the South Carolina Department of Public Safety is urging drivers to put the phone down before getting…
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As boating season kicks off, state law and common sense demand safety on the water
May 18, 2026
National Safe Boating Week, May 16-22, serves as a timely reminder before Memorial Day weekend With Memorial Day weekend approaching and South Carolina’s lakes, rivers, and coastal waters filling up…
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Inland Port Greer is proven model for short haul intermodal
April 30, 2026
South Carolina Ports’ Inland Port Greer offers shippers established intermodal connectivity to key population centers in the U.S. Southeast, with direct access to the Port of Charleston. In 2025, Greer…
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City of Greenville project update
April 16, 2026
Full Closure of Church Street Bridge Begins May 3 Bridge Closes Until Mid-June; East McBee Avenue Temporarily Impacted The final stage of South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) construction on…
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SCDOT, USDOT break ground on I-95 bridges over Lake Marion replacement project
April 7, 2026
The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT), in partnership with the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT), announced the groundbreaking of the Interstate 95 bridges over Lake Marion replacement project, one…
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Linious Martin Sauls IV named to SCDOT commission
March 31, 2026
The South Carolina Department of Transportation is announcing the swearing in of Linious Martin (Marty) Sauls IV to its Commission. Sauls, of Jasper County, was appointed by Governor McMaster and…
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Steve White Auto Group expands to Spartanburg, returns Volkswagen dealership to local ownership
March 30, 2026
Steve White Auto Group is expanding to Spartanburg with the acquisition of Volkswagen of Spartanburg, bringing the long-standing dealership back under local ownership for the first time in several years.…
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GSP recognized as Best Small Airport in North America by customers in 2025
February 26, 2026
Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport has once again been recognized among the best airports in North America, earning five honors in the Airport Council International Airport Service Quality awards. The recognition reflects…
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Breeze Airways expands at GSP with two new routes
February 26, 2026
Breeze Airways is expanding at Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport (GSP) with the addition of two new routes to Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky (CVG) and Fort Lauderdale (FLL). With this announcement, GSP now offers…
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Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day 2026 takes place at the State House
February 25, 2026
More than 30 young women in elementary, middle and high school from across South Carolina gathered Tuesday, Feb. 24, at the South Carolina State House for Introduce a Girl to…
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SCAA Conference brings together aviation professionals to focus on the business of aviation
February 24, 2026
More than 300 aviation professionals, airport leaders, and business partners gathered at the Myrtle Beach Marriott Myrtle Beach Resort & Spa at Grande Dunes Feb. 11-13, 2026, for the annual South…
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Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day set for Feb. 24 at the State House
February 17, 2026
Young women of all ages are invited to attend Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 24, at the South Carolina State House. The American…
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Breeze announces new nonstop service to Columbus, Ohio, from Greenville-Spartanburg
January 29, 2026
Breeze Airways, the premium leisure carrier providing affordable, direct flights from underserved markets, announced a new nonstop route from Greenville-Spartanburg to Columbus, Ohio, with service on Mondays and Fridays starting…
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SCDMV selects FAST Enterprises to modernize state motor vehicle computer system
January 29, 2026
The South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles (SCDMV) has selected FAST Enterprises, a leading government technology provider, to replace the agency’s aging information technology system with a modern, customer-focused DMV…
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Inland Port Dillon posts record rail moves for 2025
January 22, 2026
Retail growth and a successful soybean season boosted SC Ports’ Inland Port Dillon to a record 2025 calendar year. Inland Port Dillon marked its busiest calendar year on record, completing 48,761 rail containers in…
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Max Metcalf named Chairman of the South Carolina Department of Transportation Commission
January 16, 2026
Max Metcalf, of Greenville County, was named Chairman of the South Carolina Department of Transportation Commission at the Commission’s January 15, 2026 meeting in Columbia. “I’m honored to be elected…
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SCDMV to issue Revolutionary War plate
January 6, 2026
The South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles (SCDMV) will offer a new license plate, available to customers at all SCDMV locations, to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution.…
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SC Ports boasts efficient, reliable operations in the Southeast
December 18, 2025
South Carolina Ports and its maritime partners continue to deliver efficient operations and customized solutions, providing customers with stability as the industry begins feeling the effects of a downturn. The…
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GSP Airport District names new Chief of Police
December 16, 2025
The Greenville-Spartanburg Airport District has selected William Petty as its new Chief of Police following a rigorous national search. Petty officially assumed his role on December 8, 2025. “Chief Petty will be…
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GSP opens new parking garage and consolidated rental car facility
December 4, 2025
Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport (GSP) celebrates the opening of Parking Garage C and the consolidated rental car facility, delivering new infrastructure designed to support continued passenger growth and enhance customer experience.…
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GSP President and CEO Dave Edwards awarded Order of the Palmetto
November 25, 2025
Dave Edwards, President and Chief Executive Officer of the Greenville-Spartanburg Airport District, has been awarded South Carolina’s highest civilian honor, the Order of the Palmetto. The Order of the Palmetto…
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ACEC-SC and SCDOT announce 2025 Annual Meeting
November 24, 2025
The American Council of Engineering Companies of South Carolina (ACEC-SC), in partnership with the South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT), will host the 2025 ACEC-SC/SCDOT Annual Meeting on Tuesday, Dec.…
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Greenville-Spartanburg Airport Commission elects new officers
November 18, 2025
At its November 10 meeting, the Greenville-Spartanburg Airport Commission elected Doug Smith to serve as Chair and Leland Burch to serve as Vice Chair, effective January 1, 2026. Smith, who…
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SC Ports CEO Mallace details growth plan in first State of the Port address
October 30, 2025
South Carolina Ports President and CEO Micah Mallace detailed his pledge for aggressive growth to a room of 1,100 port customers and stakeholders during his first State of the Port…
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GSP President and CEO David N. Edwards received the ACI-NA Excellence in Visionary Leadership Award
October 30, 2025
Airports Council International – North America (ACI-NA), the trade association representing commercial service airports in the United States and Canada, has awarded Dave Edwards, with the 2025 Excellence in Visionary…
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SC Ports Authority appoints Mallace CEO
October 7, 2025
With a unanimous vote by its Board of Directors, the South Carolina State Ports Authority (SC Ports) announced Micah Mallace as President and CEO. Mallace assumes leadership of the port…
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GSP names Cody Bauman as Chief Operating Officer
September 30, 2025
Spartanburg Airport District (GSP) announced Cody Bauman, A.A.E. as the new Vice President & Chief Operating Officer, effective October 4, 2025. In this role, Bauman will lead the District’s Operations,…
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SC Ports and SC Department of Agriculture work with industry to boost soybean exports
September 18, 2025
Three million bushels sent to overseas markets Inland Port Dillon, opened in 2018, provided soybean farmers a direct connection to the Port of Charleston via CSX. (Photo/Sean Rayford) When a…
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SC Ports receives final federal reimbursement for Harbor Deepening Project
August 18, 2025
The final federal reimbursement for the Charleston Harbor Deepening Project has been disbursed to the South Carolina Ports Authority, a total of $21.28 million allocated by Congress in the U.S.…
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SC Ports’ board approves FY26 infrastructure investments
June 19, 2025
FY26 infrastructure investments SC Ports’ Board of Directors approved on Tuesday a $294 million capital plan for fiscal year 2026 to fund critical port infrastructure. The funding will support completing…
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Greenville-Spartanburg Airport Commission names Kevin Howell as GSP’s next President and CEO
May 15, 2025
The Greenville-Spartanburg Airport Commission has named Kevin E. Howell, I.A.P., C.M., as the next President and Chief Executive Officer of the Greenville-Spartanburg Airport District, effective January 10, 2026. Howell will…
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Hot & Steamy and Ready to Serve: Sully’s Steamers is bringing its ridiculously delicious sandwich experience to GSP
April 9, 2025
Travelers passing through Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport (GSP) will soon get a taste of one of the Upstate’s most beloved local eateries. Sully’s Steamers, the world-famous sandwich shop known for its…
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Apply for the Citizens Transit Academy
April 1, 2025
Greenlink’s Citizens Transit Academy (CTA) is a free, six-week program designed to offer Greenville County residents a unique opportunity to learn about public transportation, as well as the opportunities and…
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Britt Blackwell sworn in to SCDOT Commission
March 20, 2025
The South Carolina Department of Transportation is announcing the swearing in of Dr. James “Britt” Blackwell to its Commission. Blackwell, of Rock Hill, was appointed by Governor McMaster in December…
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GSP recognized as Best Small Airport in North America by customers in 2024
March 11, 2025
Spartanburg International Airport (GSP) continues its legacy of excellence, securing top honors in the Airport Council International’s Airport Service Quality (ASQ) awards. This marks the third consecutive year that GSP…
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SCDOT Commissioners sworn in after confirmation
March 6, 2025
The South Carolina Department of Transportation is announcing the swearing in of two SCDOT Commissioners. Commissioner Sel Hemingway, Jr. will join SCDOT for his first term after being confirmed and…
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South Carolina Aviation Hall of Fame inducts three new members at 2025 SCAA Annual Conference
February 27, 2025
The South Carolina Aviation Hall of Fame inducted three remarkable individuals at the 2025 Annual Conference held in Greenville, SC, on February 13, 2025. The event was highlighted by a…
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South Carolina Aviation Association hosts successful 2025 Annual Conference
February 27, 2025
The South Carolina Aviation Association (SCAA) successfully hosted its 2025 SCAA Annual Conference from February 12-14, 2025, at the Hyatt Regency Greenville, bringing together aviation professionals from across the state…
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Breeze Airways expands at GSP with three new seasonal routes
February 5, 2025
Breeze Airways is expanding at Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport (GSP) with the addition of three new seasonal routes. Beginning May 2025, Breeze will offer nonstop flights to Fort Myers (RSW), Pittsburgh…
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David N. Edwards Jr., to retire from the Greenville-Spartanburg Airport District
January 30, 2025
The Greenville-Spartanburg Airport District has announced that President and CEO David N. Edwards Jr., A.A.E. will retire on January 9, 2026, after 16 years of leading Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport (GSP) and…
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South Carolina’s Commercial Airports: A $22.5 Billion Economic Engine
January 27, 2025
South Carolina’s six publicly-owned commercial service airports are essential pillars of the state’s economy, generating a staggering $22.5 billion in annual economic impact, according to a comprehensive study conducted by…
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Introducing GSPlay: Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport’s new play area for young travelers
January 17, 2025
Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport (GSP) announced the grand opening of GSPlay, a vibrant and interactive play area designed to entertain and engage young travelers. Developed in partnership with local toy company…
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