Economic impact of County’s Hamilton-Owens Airport tops $16 million
March 7, 2018A new study by a statewide organization shows Richland County’s airport contributes $16.1 million annually to the local economy. In its 2018 Statewide Aviation Economic Impact Report, the South Carolina…
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Southeastern Freight Lines promotes Joe Don Ross to Vice President of Logistics
March 6, 2018Southeastern Freight Lines, the leading provider of regional less-than-truckload (LTL) transportation services, today announced Jon Don Ross has been promoted to vice president of logistics. Joe Don will spearhead efforts…
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Southeastern Freight Lines promotes Joe Don Ross to vice president of logistics
March 5, 2018Southeastern Freight Lines, the leading provider of regional less-than-truckload (LTL) transportation services, announced Jon Don Ross has been promoted to vice president of logistics. Joe Don will spearhead efforts for…
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Southeastern Freight Lines promotes Joe Don Ross to Vice President of Logistics
March 5, 2018Southeastern Freight Lines, the leading provider of regional less-than-truckload (LTL) transportation services, today announced Jon Don Ross has been promoted to vice president of logistics. Joe Don will spearhead efforts for…
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Breon Walker appointed to Airport Commission
March 1, 2018Ms. Breon Walker has been appointed to the Richland-Lexington Airport Commission and will represent the City of Columbia on the Commission. Ms. Walker is a litigation attorney and partner with…
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New Airport Commission Chair and Vice Chair named
February 28, 2018James Whitmire and Richard McIntyre James Leslie Whitmire has been elected the Chairman of the Richland-Lexington Airport Commission. He represents Richland County on the Commission having been appointed in…
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MUSC to deliver health care services for Volvo Car US Operations workforce
February 27, 2018Will serve 3,900 employees at new Berkeley County auto production facility The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) and Volvo Car US Operations Inc. (Volvo Cars) have signed an agreement…
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Lourie Center Transportation Program celebrates expansion
February 26, 2018The Lourie Center’s 5 Points Wheels program, established in 2008, is a downtown transportation service for seniors and adults with disabilities who need safe, affordable transportation. The Lourie Center is…
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South Carolina airports contribute $16.3 billion annually to state and local economies
February 26, 2018The South Carolina Aeronautics Commission (SCAC) has released an Economic Impact Report showing that airports are significant contributors to both the state economy and the local economies. “We believe…
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South Carolina airports contribute $16.3 billion annually to state and local economies
February 26, 2018The South Carolina Aeronautics Commission (SCAC) has released an Economic Impact Report showing that airports are significant contributors to both the state economy and the local economies. “We believe…
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South Carolina Transportation Executive to attend International Bridge, Tunnel and Turnpike Association’s 2018 Leadership Academy
February 13, 2018Lexington-based transportation professional, Anna Salvagin, Sr. Program Manager, AECOM, will be joining future transportation industry leaders from across the globe for the International Bridge, Tunnel and Turnpike Association’s (IBTTA) 2018 Leadership…
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SC Asphalt Pavement Association presents pavement awards
February 11, 2018The South Carolina Asphalt Pavement Association recently presented awards for Green Construction, Innovative Pavement, Project Delivery, and Quality Pavements at its annual Winter Conference, held on January 30, 2018, at…
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SC Asphalt Pavement Association presents pavement awards
February 11, 2018The South Carolina Asphalt Pavement Association recently presented awards for Green Construction, Innovative Pavement, Project Delivery, and Quality Pavements at its annual Winter Conference, held on January 30, 2018, at…
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Secretary of Transportation presents 2018 “State of SCDOT”
February 7, 2018Secretary of Transportation Christy A. Hall presented the “State of SCDOT” report for 2018 to the Senate Transportation Committee on February 7, 2018. The annual review provided the current status of…
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Secretary of Transportation presents 2018 “State of SCDOT”
February 7, 2018Secretary of Transportation Christy A. Hall presented the “State of SCDOT” report for 2018 to the Senate Transportation Committee on February 7, 2018. The annual review provided the current status of…
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The COMET is hosting a series of public meetings in order to receive feedback about the proposed route changes and expansions in the Northwest Columbia/Irmo corridor
January 31, 2018These changes include the elimination of routes 34: St. Andrews and 34b: Bush River/St. Andrews and the implementation of the following proposed routes: 801: Broad River 82X: Partridge Hospital 83L: St. Andrews Road to…
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Richland County hires new transportation director
January 19, 2018Richland County recently hired a new transportation director to oversee the penny program and the contractor hired to carry out the $1.07 billion infrastructure improvement initiative. Dr. John Thompson –…
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Dan Mann accepts position as Louisville Regional Airport Authority Executive Director
January 17, 2018Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) Executive Director, Dan Mann, has announced his decision to accept the positon of Executive Director of the Louisville Regional Airport Authority in Louisville, Kentucky beginning March…
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The COMET announces route changes in the Forest Drive Corridor
January 12, 2018The COMET announces major route changes in the Forest Drive Corridor. The current Route 15: Forest Drive will become Route 701. This routes serves as a main connection artery that…
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Senior transportation program launches in West Columbia
December 21, 2017Leaders representing the City of West Columbia and Lexington County held a press conference this week to announce the launch of Senior Rides of Lexington, a 501-c project that will…
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Sun Country Airlines ® announces two new destinations −Honolulu, Hawaii, and Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
December 20, 2017Sun Country Airlines (Sun Country®) today announces seasonal service to new destinations Honolulu, Hawaii (HNL), and Myrtle Beach, South Carolina (MYR). The new flight segments offer Sun Country customers access…
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Columbia Metropolitan Airport expands its arts program
December 19, 2017Columbia Metropolitan Airport has expanded its Airports Arts Program to include music. A piano is now available near the departure gates for scheduled performances and it is available for our…
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Port of Charleston drivers vote to join Teamsters Local 509
December 14, 2017In a national move to modernize the port trucking industry to respect the rights of drivers and stabilize their families’ income, drivers at a South Carolina port drayage company have voted to…
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TriCounty Link expands fleet with 11 new transit vehicles
December 6, 2017New buses feature an increase in comfort, safety and efficiency. TriCounty Link announced the arrival of 11 new buses that will enhance the transit experience for rural residents of Berkeley,…
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SCDOT SHEP now available through 511 App
November 30, 2017Contacting South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) roadside assistance crews has become a little easier, just in time for holiday travel. The SCDOT has added a new feature on its…
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Stanley G. Mays appointed to Greenville Airport Commission
November 27, 2017Stanley G. Mays has been appointed to the Greenville Airport Commission by Greenville County Council to serve a three-year term. The Greenville Airport Commission is the owner and operator of…
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Horry County Department of Airports Spirit Airlines announces new service to Columbus, Ohio
November 8, 2017Today, Spirit Airlines announced new nonstop service from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) in Columbus, Ohio to Myrtle Beach International Airport (MYR). The new seasonal nonstop air service will…
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Honeywell software helps trucking firms comply with new federal safety mandates
November 8, 2017Honeywell announced that its suite of software solutions for truck drivers is helping transportation and logistics providers and drivers comply with U.S. federal safety mandates that go into effect in…
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Southeastern Freight Lines promotes Sherri Bane to vice president of finance in Lexington
November 8, 2017Southeastern Freight Lines, the leading provider of regional less-than-truckload (LTL) transportation services, today announced Sherri Bane has been promoted to vice president of finance in Lexington, South Carolina. With more…
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Southeastern Freight Lines promotes Sherri Bane to vice president of finance in Lexington
November 8, 2017Southeastern Freight Lines, the leading provider of regional less-than-truckload (LTL) transportation services, today announced Sherri Bane has been promoted to vice president of finance in Lexington, South Carolina. With more…
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Southeastern Freight Lines promotes Sherri Bane to vice president of finance in Lexington
November 8, 2017Southeastern Freight Lines, the leading provider of regional less-than-truckload (LTL) transportation services, today announced Sherri Bane has been promoted to vice president of finance in Lexington, South Carolina. With more…
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Veterans and active-duty military Rride CARTA, TriCounty Link for free on Veterans Day
November 6, 2017CHARLESTON, SC – Veterans and current military personnel can ride Charleston Area Regional Transportation Authority and TriCounty Link services for free on Veterans Day, Saturday, Nov. 11. “Veterans and military…
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Second contract awarded for Charleston Harbor Deepening
November 2, 2017The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Charleston District announced the award of the second construction contract for work in the Charleston Harbor Entrance Channel as part of the Charleston Harbor…
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Groundbreaking for new South Carolina Ports Authority headquarters
September 25, 2017SCPA held a groundbreaking ceremony at the site of its new headquarters in Mount Pleasant. The new 84,000 square foot headquarters at the Wando Welch Terminal will house approximately…
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Groundbreaking for new South Carolina Ports Authority headquarters
September 25, 2017SCPA held a groundbreaking ceremony at the site of its new headquarters in Mount Pleasant. The new 84,000 square foot headquarters at the Wando Welch Terminal will house approximately…
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Rolling forward: CARTA now features real-time “Transit” app
September 25, 2017Accurate bus tracking, easy trip-planning and more CHARLESTON, S.C. – The Charleston Area Regional Transportation Authority (CARTA) today announced its partnership with Transit, the premier public transportation mobile app. Riders will…
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Volvo Cars growing Berkeley County operations, creating more than 1,900 new jobs
September 25, 2017$520 Million Expansion Includes The Addition Of Office Operations And Brings Volvo Cars’ South Carolina Investment To More Than $1 Billion Volvo Cars today announced that it is investing an…
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Volvo Cars growing Berkeley County operations, creating more than 1,900 new jobs
September 25, 2017$520 Million Expansion Includes The Addition Of Office Operations And Brings Volvo Cars’ South Carolina Investment To More Than $1 Billion Volvo Cars today announced that it is investing an…
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Cannon and Spring Streets to be converted for two-way traffic
September 20, 2017Starting Monday, October 2, work will begin to convert Spring and Cannon streets to accommodate two-way traffic. Weather permitting, the entire process is expected to take two weeks, with the conversion…
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South Carolina I-77 Alliance launches new data-centric website
September 13, 2017The South Carolina I-77 Alliance has launched their new website, making it easier for industries and businesses to see why York, Chester, Fairfield and Richland counties are ideal for location…
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South Carolina I-77 Alliance launches new data-centric website
September 13, 2017The South Carolina I-77 Alliance has launched their new website, making it easier for industries and businesses to see why York, Chester, Fairfield and Richland counties are ideal for location…
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SCDOT restricts lane closures on all South Carolina interstates due to Hurricane Irma
September 7, 2017The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) has restricted lane closures for non-emergency highway work on all interstate highways in South Carolina to help travel conditions impacted by Hurricane Irma.…
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SCDOT restricts lane closures on all South Carolina interstates due to Hurricane Irma
September 7, 2017The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) has restricted lane closures for non-emergency highway work on all interstate highways in South Carolina to help travel conditions impacted by Hurricane Irma.…
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Columbia Metropolitan Airport to bring two service members home for the holidays
September 6, 2017Columbia Metropolitan Airport is bringing two Active Duty Service Members home for the holidays and we need your help. Families and friends can nominate their service member online at columbiaairport.com/holidays…
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First new roads bill funds received by SCDOT
September 2, 2017The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) has received its first influx of new revenues from the Roads Bill passed by the General Assembly earlier this year. The $4.8…
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First new roads bill funds received by SCDOT
September 2, 2017The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) has received its first influx of new revenues from the Roads Bill passed by the General Assembly earlier this year. The $4.8…
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Corpus Christi ship channel re-opens after record six day closure
September 1, 2017The United States Coast Guard Captain of the Port signed Marine Safety Information Bulletin authorizing the restricted opening of the Corpus Christi Sip Channel after a record six-day closure from…
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Corpus Christi ship channel re-opens after record six day closure
September 1, 2017The United States Coast Guard Captain of the Port signed Marine Safety Information Bulletin authorizing the restricted opening of the Corpus Christi Sip Channel after a record six-day closure from…
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SCTAC Airport undergoes 5.1 M upgrade
August 29, 2017Thanks to $5.1 million in federal grant funding, the S.C. Technology and Aviation Center (SCTAC) in Greenville, S.C. will repave the main taxiway at Donaldson Field airport to support larger aircraft. The…
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The COMET launches Soda Cap Connector and Blythewood Express Sept 1st
August 24, 2017The COMET will be launching The Soda Cap Connector and The Blythewood Express on September 1st. There will be a press conference held at the Coble Plaza at 10am on September 1, 2017. Immediately…
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