Winter Storm Report as of 8:00 AM January 6, 2017
January 6, 2017
Statewide Summary – SCDOT continues preparation activities for Winter Storm Helena, which is predicted to begin impacting the state later this afternoon. Current forecasts show predictions from 4 to 6…
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King Street Exit Ramp from I-26 to Close for Drainage Work
January 5, 2017
Construction on Phase 3 of the $146 million Spring/Fishburne Drainage Improvement Project has begun, and the work requires the closure of the exit ramp from I-26 eastbound to King Street,…
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SCDOT awards contract for I-26-Volvo Interchange
December 23, 2016
The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) announces the awarding of a contract with Conti Enterprises, Inc. to construct the new interchange on I-26 that will provide convenient interstate access…
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SCDOT awards contract for I-26-Volvo Interchange
December 23, 2016
The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) announces the awarding of a contract with Conti Enterprises, Inc. to construct the new interchange on I-26 that will provide convenient interstate access…
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Residents get first look at proposed Broad River Road widening
December 19, 2016
Residents in the Dutch Fork area got a peek into future travel possibilities when representatives from the Richland County Penny Tax Program shared preliminary ideas for widening 5.1 miles of…
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SC Ports Authority posts record November container volume
December 15, 2016
South Carolina Ports Authority (SCPA) reported its strongest November container volumes on record. SCPA handled 175,217 twenty-foot equivalent units (TEUs) in November, a year-over-year increase of 14 percent. Previously, SCPA’s…
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SC Ports Authority posts record November container volume
December 15, 2016
South Carolina Ports Authority (SCPA) reported its strongest November container volumes on record. SCPA handled 175,217 twenty-foot equivalent units (TEUs) in November, a year-over-year increase of 14 percent. Previously, SCPA’s…
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R+L Carriers building new distribution center in Hampton County
December 14, 2016
Company Investing $7 Million In Yemassee Expansion R+L Carriers, a national LTL (less than truckload), global logistics and shipping company, is expanding its current footprint in Hampton County. To accommodate…
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R+L Carriers building new distribution center in Hampton County
December 14, 2016
Company Investing $7 Million In Yemassee Expansion R+L Carriers, a national LTL (less than truckload), global logistics and shipping company, is expanding its current footprint in Hampton County. To accommodate…
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Sen. Marlon Kimpson, CARTA officials announce state funding for Lowcountry public transit
December 14, 2016Sen. Marlon Kimpson and Charleston Area Regional Transportation Authority officials announced $500,000 in funding from the S.C. Department of Parks Recreation and Tourism for public transit in the Lowcountry. Sen.…
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CARTA to give away 16 refurbished lost-and-found bikes
December 14, 2016Many public transit trips begin with a bike ride or lengthy walk and this holiday season the Charleston Area Regional Transportation Authority (CARTA) wants to help riders overcome what’s been…
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Columbia Metropolitan Airport announces Daniel Ruggiero as Deputy Chief of Public Safety
December 12, 2016
Columbia Metropolitan Airport announced that Daniel Ruggiero has stepped into the role of Deputy Chief for the airport’s Public Safety Department. Daniel has been a member of the airport’s team…
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Congress authorizes Charleston Harbor Deepening Project
December 12, 2016
The United States Senate passed S.612, the Water Infrastructure Improvement for the Nation Act (WIIN), which included Congressional authorization for the 52-foot Charleston Harbor Deepening Project. “The passage of WIIN…
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Congress authorizes Charleston Harbor Deepening Project
December 12, 2016
The United States Senate passed S.612, the Water Infrastructure Improvement for the Nation Act (WIIN), which included Congressional authorization for the 52-foot Charleston Harbor Deepening Project. “The passage of WIIN…
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Lane closure on I-20 eastbound in Lexington County between US-1 and Mineral Springs Road
December 9, 2016The outside lane of Interstate 20 Eastbound between US-1 and Mineral Springs Road will be closed at approximately 2:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 9, 2016, for emergency road work. The lane…
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U.S. House passes compromise Water Infrastructure Improvement for the Nation Act
December 8, 2016
Today’s passage of S.612, the Water Infrastructure Improvement for the Nation Act (WIIN), formerly known as Water Resources Development Act (WRDA), by the U.S. House of Representatives, moves the Charleston…
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U.S. House passes compromise Water Infrastructure Improvement for the Nation Act
December 8, 2016
Today’s passage of S.612, the Water Infrastructure Improvement for the Nation Act (WIIN), formerly known as Water Resources Development Act (WRDA), by the U.S. House of Representatives, moves the Charleston…
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SCDOT announces three projects identified for FY 2016 Transportation Alternatives Program
December 4, 2016
The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) is providing public notification ofthree (3) projects identified for possible inclusion in the Fiscal Year 2016 TransportationAlternatives Program. Formerly known as the Transportation…
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SCDOT announces three projects identified for FY 2016 Transportation Alternatives Program
December 4, 2016
The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) is providing public notification ofthree (3) projects identified for possible inclusion in the Fiscal Year 2016 TransportationAlternatives Program. Formerly known as the Transportation…
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SCDOT Seeks Public Comment on the 2017 Federal Aid Pavement Improvement Program
December 4, 2016
The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) is providing public notification of projects identified for the 2017 Federal Aid Pavement Improvement Program, which is comprised of the National Highway System…
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SCDOT Seeks Public Comment on the 2017 Federal Aid Pavement Improvement Program
December 4, 2016
The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) is providing public notification of projects identified for the 2017 Federal Aid Pavement Improvement Program, which is comprised of the National Highway System…
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Southeastern Freight adds Employee Benefit
December 4, 2016
Southeastern Freight Lines, the leading provider of regional less-than-truckload (LTL) transportation services, is helping its team of more than 8,200 associates take control of their personal finances by offering Ramsey…
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CARTA unveils fleet of new downtown shuttles
December 1, 2016The Charleston Area Regional Transportation Authority (CARTA) is pleased to announce the arrival of seven new Downtown Shuttle (DASH) vehicles that will enhance the transit experience for a growing ridership…
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Holiday Music Series
November 30, 2016
The Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport (GSP) is excited about its annual Holiday Music Series. This year, we’ve added more performances to the schedule. Anyone in the terminal including passengers, those meeting…
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Columbia Metropolitan Airport announces Eddie Martin as Director of Public Safety
November 30, 2016
Columbia Metropolitan Airport announced that Eddie Martin has stepped into the role of Director for the Airport’s Public Safety Department. Eddie assumes the position previously held by Randy Blackmon who…
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Airport announces new Marketing & Air Service Manager
November 16, 2016
COLUMBIA, SC – Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) is announcing Anthony Gilmer as the airport’s new Air Service and Marketing Manager. Gilmer brings unparalleled experience to the role, having spent over…
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Two Greenville County residents earn rare Wright Brothers’ Master Pilot Award
October 19, 2016
Daniel (Dan) Lorain Allen, Jr. is the first person living in Greer; and Gerald (Gere) Earl Gaige is the first person living in the Cliffs at Glassy to have ever…
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SCPA reports first quarter fiscal year growth
October 19, 2016
Today South Carolina Ports Authority reported year-over-year growth during the first quarter of its 2017 fiscal year. SCPA handled 162,858 twenty-foot equivalent units (TEUs) in September. First quarter TEU volumes…
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Sage Automotive Interiors acquires Apollo S.p.A.
October 12, 2016
Increased capacity, expansion in European automotive industry Sage Automotive Interiors has acquired the automotive manufacturing assets of Italy-based Apollo S.p.A. with the goal of expanding capacity and capability for automotive…
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Sage Automotive Interiors acquires Apollo S.p.A.
October 12, 2016
Increased capacity, expansion in European automotive industry Sage Automotive Interiors has acquired the automotive manufacturing assets of Italy-based Apollo S.p.A. with the goal of expanding capacity and capability for automotive…
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Clearing of I-26 reversed lanes begun
October 7, 2016
The SC Highway Patrol has begun clearing the reversed, eastbound lanes on I-26. NO traffic will be allowed on the eastbound lanes until the clearing is complete from Charleston to…
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Clearing of I-26 reversed lanes begun
October 7, 2016
The SC Highway Patrol has begun clearing the reversed, eastbound lanes on I-26. NO traffic will be allowed on the eastbound lanes until the clearing is complete from Charleston to…
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Notice of temporary road closure of Steeple Ridge Road beginning October 9
October 6, 2016
The Richland County Transportation Penny Program has issued a notice of temporary road closure for Steeple Ridge Road at Kennerly Road to begin on October 9 and end in approximately…
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SCDOT prepares for high winds on movable & high bridges
October 6, 2016The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) is preparing for increased winds from Hurricane Matthew to impact the state later this week. Moveable swing bridges in the coastal area are…
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SCDOT prepares for high winds on movable & high bridges
October 6, 2016The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) is preparing for increased winds from Hurricane Matthew to impact the state later this week. Moveable swing bridges in the coastal area are…
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SCDOT provides lane reversal route information
October 4, 2016
The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) is providing the following information about the highways where lane reversals will be used as part of the coastal evacuation as Hurricane Matthew…
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SCDOT to host alternatives public information meeting on I-20/26/126 Corridor Project
October 3, 2016
The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) invites the public to attend the Alternatives Public Information Meeting to learn more about alternatives being considered for the Carolina Crossroads I-20/26/126 Corridor…
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Charleston Harbor Deepening Project progresses with House Water Resources Development Act passage
September 28, 2016
CHARLESTON, SC – September 28, 2016 – Today’s passage of H.5303, the Water Resources Development Act (WRDA) of 2016 by the U.S. House of Representatives, moves the Charleston Harbor Deepening…
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Charleston Harbor Deepening Project progresses with House Water Resources Development Act passage
September 28, 2016
CHARLESTON, SC – September 28, 2016 – Today’s passage of H.5303, the Water Resources Development Act (WRDA) of 2016 by the U.S. House of Representatives, moves the Charleston Harbor Deepening…
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Michelin North America, Inc. establishing distribution center in Spartanburg County
September 26, 2016
New development to bring more than $270 million investment and 350 new jobs Michelin North America, Inc. is advancing its plans to establish a distribution center in Spartanburg County. The…
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Michelin North America, Inc. establishing distribution center in Spartanburg County
September 26, 2016
New development to bring more than $270 million investment and 350 new jobs Michelin North America, Inc. is advancing its plans to establish a distribution center in Spartanburg County. The…
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Roads meeting planned in Chapin for Sept. 29
September 23, 2016Rep. Chip Huggins, Rep. Nathan Ballentine and Senator Ronnie Cromer are joining together to host a meeting on the state of roads in the greater Chapin and Irmo areas with…
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Roads meeting planned in Chapin for Sept. 29
September 23, 2016Rep. Chip Huggins, Rep. Nathan Ballentine and Senator Ronnie Cromer are joining together to host a meeting on the state of roads in the greater Chapin and Irmo areas with…
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SCDOT named top state DOT in national report
September 22, 2016
The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) has been rated as the top ranked overall state DOT in the nation by the Reason Foundation in Los Angeles. The Foundation released…
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SCDOT named top state DOT in national report
September 22, 2016
The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) has been rated as the top ranked overall state DOT in the nation by the Reason Foundation in Los Angeles. The Foundation released…
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U.S. Senate WRDA passage moves Charleston Harbor deepening project closer to construction
September 15, 2016
The U.S. Senate passed the Water Resources Development Act (WRDA) of 2016, a significant milestone that moves the 52-foot Charleston Harbor Deepening Project to the U.S. House of Representatives for…
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U.S. Senate WRDA passage moves Charleston Harbor deepening project closer to construction
September 15, 2016
The U.S. Senate passed the Water Resources Development Act (WRDA) of 2016, a significant milestone that moves the 52-foot Charleston Harbor Deepening Project to the U.S. House of Representatives for…
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Northwest Richland intersection getting new traffic circle Construction of traffic circle at Kennerly, Coogler and Steeple Ridge roads to begin Sept. 15
September 13, 2016
Drivers who regularly navigate the intersection of Kennerly, Coogler and Steeple Ridge roads in northwest Richland County can look forward to smoother travels in the coming months. Groundbreaking for a…
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AirSafe 2016 emergency exercise at Columbia Metropolitan Airport
September 12, 2016
Columbia Metropolitan Airport will conduct AirSafe 2016, an airport emergency plan exercise, on Wednesday morning, September 14th beginning at 9:30 a.m. The exercise will take place near West Dunbar Road…
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SC Ports Authority finalizes plans to construct second inland port
September 12, 2016
South Carolina Ports Authority announced plans to develop a second inland port in Dillon, South Carolina to support growth of intermodal container volumes and expand access to markets in neighboring…
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