Christopher Lawson appointed to The COMET Board of Directors
November 23, 2020
The Central Midlands Regional Transit Authority (The COMET) announces the appointment, by Richland County, of Christopher Lawson to its Board of Directors. Lawson is a First Lieutenant in the United…
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Logisticus Group named second fastest growing company in South Carolina
November 17, 2020Logisticus Group, a transportation logistics, project management, civil engineering and technology company, was recently named the second fastest growing company in South Carolina. This is the first time Logisticus has…
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SC Ports sees strong October volumes, ongoing recovery
November 12, 2020
South Carolina Ports’ October volumes show an ongoing recovery and strength in containers, vehicles and inland ports. “Our business continues to rebound with better-than-expected volumes in the container and vehicle segments,…
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CARTA Board approves free student fare program
November 2, 2020
The Charleston Area Transportation Authority (CARTA) Board of Directors voted at its most recent meeting to implement a permanent policy allowing students in grades K-12 to ride at no cost as part…
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Newsome: SC Ports poised for growth, big year ahead
October 29, 2020
SC Ports Authority continues to advance infrastructure projects and attract new business, securing its position as the preferred U.S. container port ahead of an incredibly significant year. SC Ports is…
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Continental Tire the Americas, LLC expanding headquarters in Lancaster County
October 27, 2020
Company Investing More Than $20 Million into the Expansion Continental Tire the Americas, LLC (Continental), a manufacturer and distributer of premium tires, today announced plans to expand the company’s Lancaster…
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Five new ship-to-shore cranes arriving soon at SC Ports
October 26, 2020
South Carolina Ports eagerly anticipates the arrival of five new ship-to-shore cranes for the Hugh K. Leatherman Terminal, which is on track to open in March. The new cranes are among the tallest…
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Stanley G. Mays reappointed to Greenville Airport Commission
October 21, 2020
Stanley G. Mays has been reappointed to the Greenville Airport Commission (GAC) by Greenville County Council to serve an additional three-year term. Mays currently serves as Chairman of the Commission. The GAC…
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Low-cost carrier to begin service at CAE this December
October 20, 2020
Silver Airways has announced they would begin service out of Columbia Metropolitan Airport, Thursday, December 17, 2020. The low-cost carrier, offering fares as low as $49 one way for the…
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EL’s Transport LLC
October 17, 2020
EL’s Transport LLC transport vehicles from one location to another secure and efficiently. We offer open or close trailers transporting of vehicles.
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CAE’s first Art in the Airport featured artist, Chris Garvey, unveils exhibit at Airport
October 15, 2020
The Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) unveiled an exhibit by the first Art in the Airport featured artist, Chris Garvey. The exhibit is currently on display in the connector – the…
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Pamela L. Christopher, of Anderson, is the new SCDOT Commissioner Representing the 3rd Congressional District
October 15, 2020
Pamela L. Christopher, of Anderson, has been sworn in as the new South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) Commissioner representing the 3rd Congressional District. She replaces Ben Davis, who served as…
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Horry County Department of Airports MYR forecast includes recovery rate faster than national average
October 14, 2020
The Myrtle Beach International Airport (MYR) is positioned to recover faster than the national average, after COVID-19 has created an unprecedented decline in demand for travel. Leisure travel is recovering…
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President Trump appoints SC Ports Board Chairman Bill Stern to United States Holocaust Memorial Council
October 13, 2020
President Donald Trump has appointed S.C. Ports Authority Board Chairman Bill Stern to be a member of the United States Holocaust Memorial Council. The United States Holocaust Memorial Council is the…
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Arrival to build its first U.S. electric vehicle microfactory in York County
October 13, 2020
The $46 Million Investment Will Create 240 New Jobs Arrival, a global electric vehicle (EV) company, today announced plans to establish its first U.S. Microfactory in York County. The $46…
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SC Ports’ September volumes show signs of strength
October 9, 2020
S.C. Ports Authority’s September volumes reflect the strongest year-over-year activity since the pandemic hit, showing a continued recovery and strength in containers, vehicles and inland port moves. SC Ports handled 195,101…
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Biggest ship to ever visit East Coast calling on SC Ports
September 22, 2020The biggest container ship to ever call the U.S. East Coast — the 15,072-TEU CMA CGM Brazil — is expected to sail into Charleston Harbor on Sunday. The CMA CGM…
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SCDOT’s public notification of proposed conversion of Cross Island Parkway to non-tolled road in Hilton Head
September 22, 2020
The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) is providing notification of the Transportation Commission-approved public comment period for the proposed conversion of the Cross Island Parkway toll facility in to…
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Southeastern Freight Lines launches Final Mile service system-wide
September 17, 2020
350+ Trucks Ready to Make Residential, Store Deliveries Southeastern Freight Lines, the leading provider of regional less-than-truckload (LTL) transportation services, today announced its Final Mile service is now available across…
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The COMET announces new officers for Board of Directors
September 16, 2020
The Central Midlands Regional Transit Authority (The COMET) announces the election of new officers to its Board of Directors. The new officers were elected at the August 2020 meeting. Col.…
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2020–2021 featured artists selected for CAE’s Art in the Airport Program
September 15, 2020
Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) announced the selected artists for our 2020 – 2021 Art in the Airport Program. Over 115 submissions were received from local artists reflecting the impressive talents…
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Millwood Avenue resurfacing project underway
September 11, 2020In mid-2019, SCDOT approached the City of Columbia with a partnership opportunity to improve safety along Millwood Avenue for all users. Staff of both agencies worked together to develop an…
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Applications now being accepted for the Comet Academy
September 9, 2020
The Central Midlands Regional Transit Authority (The COMET) announced today that applications are now being accepted for The COMET Academy, a leadership development program for those interested in understanding how…
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COMET Chat with John Andoh – September 2020
September 9, 2020
As summer ends and we gear up for fall, our focus turns to the reopening of our schools, colleges and universities. On September 1, we launched UofSC Transit powered by…
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Thorne Celebrates 6 Years in Laurens
September 2, 2020
In 2014, family owned and operated Thorne Ambulance Service (TAS) opened their Laurens office and began providing full-time service to the citizens and visitors of Laurens County. Ryan Thorne, founder…
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BCDCOG receives $2.7 million for construction of HOP transit hub and park-and-ride facility
August 25, 2020
The Berkeley-Charleston-Dorchester Council of Governments (BCDCOG) has been awarded $2.7 million in federal funding for the construction of a Hospitality on Peninsula (HOP) park-and-ride facility and transit hub in the Upper Peninsula.…
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Gateway recognized as #1 in “operations excellence” in Southeast
August 19, 2020The value Greenville area residents and businesses have gained from the new I-85/I-385 Interchange since it opened to traffic has just been affirmed with an award of excellence the project…
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Warehouse Shift Supervisor
August 17, 2020
DSV – Global transport and logistics In 1976, ten independent hauliers joined forces and founded DSV in Denmark. Since then, DSV has evolved to become the world’s 5th largest supplier…
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Shift Manager
August 17, 2020
DSV – Global transport and logistics In 1976, ten independent hauliers joined forces and founded DSV in Denmark. Since then, DSV has evolved to become the world’s 5th largest supplier…
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SC Ports’ Leatherman Terminal on track for 2021 opening
August 6, 2020
Construction of the Hugh K. Leatherman Terminal is on schedule for a March 2021 opening. The opening of the container terminal will be a major accomplishment for S.C. Ports and…
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SC Ports serves Michelin’s largest distribution center
July 28, 2020
S.C. Ports Authority is proud to further its longtime partnership with Michelin North America, Inc. by moving cargo for the tiremaker’s largest distribution center. Michelin, which has its North American…
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COMET Chat with John Andoh
July 22, 2020
By John Andoh, Executive Director/CEO of Central Midlands Regional Transit Authority (The COMET) July 2020 It’s been a busy summer so far and we hope you all have been keeping…
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SC Ports remains resilient at start of FY21
July 20, 2020
S.C. Ports Authority finished fiscal year 2020 with relatively steady volumes compared to fiscal year 2019 despite impacts from the global pandemic. The first seven months of the fiscal year —…
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GSP installs Clean&Safe Travels PPE vending machines
July 13, 2020
Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport (GSP) has installed two new vending machines to provide air travelers the opportunity to purchase personal protection equipment (PPE) without interrupting their journey. The Clean&Safe Travels vending kiosks offer…
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Concrete Progress: Traffic patterns shifting as Clemson road repairs continue
July 13, 2020Transportation officials say drivers on Clemson Road can anticipate traffic changes over the next several weeks, as road construction in Northeast Richland continues. Crews contracted by Richland County are paving…
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STIB approves $21.5 million for Septima Clark Drainage and Transportation Improvement Project
July 7, 2020
This morning, the South Carolina Transportation Infrastructure Bank approved the city of Charleston’s application for funding in the amount of $21.5 million for Phase 5 of the Septima Clark Drainage…
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I-20 Pavement Preservation in Richland & Lexington Counties
July 7, 2020The S.C. Department of Transportation (SCDOT) announces the start of this Interstate Pavement Preservation Project in Richland and Lexington Counties. The project begins on I-20 from MP 60.60 (The end…
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The COMET, City of Columbia and local artists promote 2020 Census participation
July 1, 2020
The Central Midlands Regional Transit Authority (The COMET) has partnered with the City of Columbia’s Complete Count Census Committee to help spread the word about the importance of completing the…
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Concrete Progress: Temporary delays expected on Clemson Road
July 1, 2020Drivers who use Clemson Road in Northeast Richland should expect delays over the next two weeks because of road construction. Crews contracted by Richland County are paving newly created outer…
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SC Ports handles waves of uncertainty, looks to bright future
June 30, 2020S.C. Ports Authority’s long-term planning for infrastructure and business has prepared the port to thrive for years to come as it pushes through current economic challenges. “We are in the final…
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Interstate lane closures restricted to help holiday traffic flow
June 29, 2020
To help holiday traffic flow, the South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) prohibits lane closures on interstate highways for non-emergency highway work during the Fourth of July holiday travel period. These restrictions…
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Columbia Metropolitan Airport now offering free face masks for travelers
June 24, 2020
Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) is now offering free masks for travelers courtesy of The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT). DOT recently announced their distribution of cloth facial coverings to the…
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The COMET, community partners, launch tribute honoring civil rights icon
June 23, 2020
The Central Midlands Regional Transit Authority (The COMET), along with Columbia SC 63, Historic Columbia, Richland Library and Midlands area municipalities launched a tribute honoring local civil rights icon, Sarah…
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Graham announces $34.6 million grant to support Carolina Panthers development
June 16, 2020
U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) announced the South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) received a nearly $40 million grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation. SCDOT will construct a…
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Breeze trolley service returns to Hilton Head Island with fare-free service, innovative safety measures beginning Monday, June 22
June 15, 2020
The Breeze Trolleys serving Hilton Head Island will commence their third season of service starting Monday, June 22. The trolley route, service hours, and stops are the same as last…
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Beginning June 15, riders must wear masks or face coverings on The COMET
June 11, 2020
In response to the surge in COVID-19 cases in the Midlands, The COMET announced today that beginning Monday, June 15, it will be requiring masks or face coverings for all…
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Greenlink bus route changes effective July 1
June 2, 2020
The Greenville Transit Authority approved changes to three Greenlink bus routes at its May 28 board meeting. The changes below will go into effect on July 1: Route 501: Pleasantburg…
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Millwood Avenue resurfacing project underway
June 2, 2020In mid-2019, SCDOT approached the City of Columbia with a partnership opportunity to improve safety along Millwood Avenue for all users. Staff of both agencies worked together to develop an…
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Coming July 1: Motor Fuel User Fee increases $0.02
June 2, 2020
Coming July 1: Changes at the pump – Motor Fuel User Fee increases $0.02 For the fourth consecutive year, South Carolina’s Motor Fuel User Fee, which helps support road, bridge,…
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