SC Ports strengthens access to South America for shippers
August 27, 2026
South Carolina Ports has expanded shipping capacity between Charleston and key South American markets, offering six weekly services to and from the region. The Port of Charleston’s addition to CMA…
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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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SC Ports taps McCrory as Chief Operating Officer
August 18, 2026
South Carolina Ports named Patrick McCrory its new chief operating officer, a move aimed at strengthening the port’s reliability and speed for customers moving goods through the Southeast. McCrory will…
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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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Charleston International Airport pursues TSA Gold+ Program
July 24, 2026
To Enhance Security, Support Officers, and Improve the Passenger Experience Charleston International Airport (CHS) is formally pursuing a transition to the Transportation Security Administration’s (TSA) Gold+ Program, a TSA-approved screening…
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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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HNTB named 2026 ACEC-SC Firm of the Year
June 30, 2026
The American Council of Engineering Companies of South Carolina (ACEC-SC) has named HNTB Corporation its 2026 Firm of the Year. The award was presented June 5 during the South Carolina…
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SC Ports consolidating container operations in the short-term
June 25, 2026
South Carolina Ports is consolidating container operations to its Wando and North Charleston terminals in the short-term, while continuing to offer ample port capacity to customers needing access to the Southeast market.…
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SC Ports consolidating container operations in the short-term
June 25, 2026
South Carolina Ports is consolidating container operations to its Wando and North Charleston terminals in the short-term, while continuing to offer ample port capacity to customers needing access to the Southeast market.…
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Breeze Airways adds Trenton, New Jersey to growing nonstop network from Charleston International Airport
June 24, 2026
Charleston International Airport (CHS) announced that Breeze Airways will expand its nonstop service roster with the addition of flights to Trenton, New Jersey, further strengthening travel options for Lowcountry residents…
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Charleston International Airport Police Department earns South Carolina law enforcement accreditation
June 10, 2026
Department now holds both state and national accreditation, reinforcing commitment to excellence in public safety The Charleston International Airport Police Department (CAPD) has been awarded accreditation through the South Carolina…
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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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Precision and Power on Display: Lowcountry Backhoe Roadeo competition tests skills, builds camaraderie
May 23, 2026
GEORGETOWN, S.C. — The hum of heavy machinery and the spirit of competition took center stage Thursday, May 21, in Georgetown as county and municipal public works employees gathered to…
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SC Ports to expand ro-ro operations to North Charleston Terminal
May 21, 2026
Adds capacity for more cargo opportunities at Columbus Street Terminal SC Ports plans to expand ro-ro operations to its rail-served North Charleston Terminal to further support the state’s thriving automotive…
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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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Harbor Logistics announces two transportation and supply chain executive hires
May 14, 2026
Harbor Logistics has announced the addition of two experienced logistics and transportation professionals to its leadership team with the hiring of Park Williams as Senior Vice President of Sales and…
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SC Ports Graduates 2025-2026 Port Ambassador Class
May 12, 2026
South Carolina Ports recently celebrated 30 business and community leaders who completed the 2025-2026 Port Ambassador program. The group, who represent organizations throughout South Carolina, spent the past year getting…
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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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Harbor Logistics appoints Scott Auslund as Chief Executive Officer
April 29, 2026
Harbor Logistics, a Charleston-based port-centric logistics platform offering warehousing, transloading and drayage services, announced that Scott Auslund will become Chief Executive Officer, effective May 1, 2026. Auslund, appointed by Harbor’s…
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Regional safety action plan seeks input on traffic safety concerns
April 14, 2026
Input needed by April 23, 11:59 p.m., to identify high-risk areas and prioritize solutions Berkeley-Charleston-Dorchester Council of Governments (BCDCOG) is developing a Regional Safety Action Plan, a data-driven initiative to…
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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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Charleston International Airport launches new automated self-service dining kiosks for travelers
March 31, 2026
Charleston International Airport (CHS) has introduced a new, convenient dining option for travelers with the launch of automated self-service food kiosks located on both the landside and airside areas of…
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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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Harbor Logistics’ Goose Creek project to boost S.C. soybean exports
February 23, 2026
Harbor Logistics, a Charleston-based provider of integrated logistics and drayage solutions, broke ground on its new soybean transloading facility in Goose Creek on February 19. Once complete, the facility will…
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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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Love is in the Air at Charleston International Airport
February 10, 2026Charleston International Airport is celebrating Valentine’s Day by spreading a little extra love throughout the terminal with a series of special experiences designed to surprise and delight travelers. Now on…
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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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Harbor Logistics celebrates Lowcountry expansion with ribbon cutting
January 27, 2026
Harbor Logistics, a Charleston-based provider of integrated logistics and drayage solutions, hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony on January 22 celebrating its newly opened warehouse in Summerville’s Jedburg Logistics Park. The event…
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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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Nonstop flights to Cancun starts Saturday
January 13, 2026
What: Breeze Airways Inaugural International Flight Charleston (CHS) to Cancun, Mexico (CUN) When: Saturday, January 17, 2026 Where: Charleston International Airport (CHS) Details: Breeze Airways will celebrate its inaugural international flight from Charleston…
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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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Charleston International Airport sees strong holiday travel with 148,570 passengers during Christmas–New Year period
January 5, 2026
Charleston International Airport (CHS) experienced a busy and successful holiday travel season, with 148,570 travelers passing through the TSA security checkpoint during the 2025 Christmas and New Year’s holiday period,…
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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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Charleston International Airport sees 9% increase in Thanksgiving holiday travelers
December 4, 2025
Charleston International Airport (CHS) welcomed significantly more passengers this Thanksgiving holiday, recording over 142,000 travelers passing through the terminal from the Tuesday before Thanksgiving through the Monday after the holiday.…
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Off-Road Duathlon run-bike-run race returns to Laurel Hill County Park Jan. 10
December 2, 2025
Charleston County Parks will host the annual Off-Road Duathlon on the trails of Laurel Hill County Park in Mount Pleasant on Saturday, Jan. 10. Registration for the run-bike-run event is open through…
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Thanksgiving travel tips from Charleston International
November 25, 2025
Thanksgiving is the busiest time of the year at Charleston International Airport. With the expected increase in the number of travelers flying for the holiday, passengers should plan ahead. To…
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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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SC Ports sees slight dip in imports, as economic development in state remains strong
November 20, 2025
South Carolina Ports recorded 206,859 TEUs at its marine terminals in October, a 1% year-over-year dip, as fiscal year volumes remain above plan. October marked the Port’s strongest month for…
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The Charleston Metro Chamber welcomes Nicole Hodges as Member Experience Coordinator
November 13, 2025
The Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce announced that Nicole Hodges has joined the organization as Member Experience Coordinator. In this role, Hodges will oversee daily member interactions, both in-person and…
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Residents invited to share input on future of Transportation Sales Tax program at Nov. 17 meeting
November 11, 2025
Charleston County Public Works officials will hold a Transportation Sales Tax (TST) public input meeting at 6:30 p.m., Monday, November 17, 2025, in the event hall at the Park Circle…
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TriCounty Link hosting series of transit study open houses this month
November 11, 2025
TriCounty Link Transit Study Overview Community members are encouraged to attend, learn more about potential service changes, and provide input TriCounty Link (TCL) is hosting a series of open houses…
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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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Restoration of Union Pier’s historic Bennett Rice Mill façade complete
October 21, 2025
SC Ports celebrates the successful completion of a full restoration and stabilization of the historic Bennett Rice Mill façade, marking the most thorough rehabilitation of the historical structure since SC Ports…
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SC Ports records strong intermodal and automotive growth, as state attracts new investments
October 21, 2025
SC Ports ended the first quarter of fiscal year 2026 with steady container volumes and strong year-over-year growth for both inland ports and vehicle volumes. The Port of Charleston handled…
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Lane closure notice tonight due to Ashley River bridge construction
October 16, 2025
The City of Charleston, in collaboration with the South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) and Mastec-Civil, will be placing nighttime lane closures in effect for Ashley River Crossing bridge construction.…
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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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