Breon Walker appointed to Airport Commission
March 1, 2018
Ms. 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, 2018
James 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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Frontier Airlines to launch nonstop air service from Providence, RI (PVD)
February 28, 2018
Today, Frontier Airlines announced new nonstop air service between Providence’s T.F. Green International Airport (PVD) and Myrtle Beach, SC. Today’s announcement comes on the heels of the airlines February 8,…
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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, 2018
The 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, 2018
The 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, 2018
The 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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Horry County Department of Airports Myrtle Beach International Airport Wins Prestigious Awards
February 19, 2018
Myrtle Beach International Airport (MYR) has been recognized by airlines for its outstanding marketing and business development efforts with two Routes Americas 2018 Marketing Awards at a February 14, 2018…
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South Carolina Transportation Executive to attend International Bridge, Tunnel and Turnpike Association’s 2018 Leadership Academy
February 13, 2018
Lexington-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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Horry County Department of Airports January 2018 passenger volumes up 18%
February 13, 2018
During January 2018, a total of 80,377 passengers passed through the Myrtle Beach International Airport (MYR), an increase of 18.1-percent compared to January 2017. At MYR, total passenger traffic in…
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SC Asphalt Pavement Association presents pavement awards
February 11, 2018
The 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, 2018
The 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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GSP International Airport welcomes Palmetto Distillery
February 7, 2018
The GSP Airport District is pleased to welcome locally owned and operated Palmetto Distillery to GSP International Airport. This new location is now OPEN inside the terminal on the 2nd floor…
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Secretary of Transportation presents 2018 “State of SCDOT”
February 7, 2018
Secretary 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, 2018
Secretary 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, 2018
These 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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Another record-breaking year at Charleston International
January 29, 2018
Like the five years before it, 2017 was record breaker at Charleston International Airport. Passengers flying in and out of the airport rose 7 percent over 2016 and totaled 3,987,427 passengers –…
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Resurfacing of Spring and Cannon Streets scheduled to begin January 29
January 29, 2018With the weather forecast currently projected to meet South Carolina Department of Transportation paving requirements, work has been scheduled to begin Monday on the milling and paving of Spring and Cannon Streets.…
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Horry County Department of Airports all-time passenger record set at MYR
January 24, 2018
For the third consecutive year, Myrtle Beach International Airport (MYR) has set a new record for passenger traffic, while surpassing 1.0-million arriving passengers for the first time. Year-ending December 2017…
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Air traffic levels at GSP International Airport continue to rise
January 24, 2018
The year ending December 31, 2017 was filled with milestones for GSP International Airport. During the month of December, GSP and its partner airlines welcomed 177,894 total passengers. That’s up…
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Aviation Authority Board elects officers
January 22, 2018
The Aviation Authority Board recently re-elected its sitting slate of officers. Leading the board for the next year are: Chairman — Billy Swails, a State Farm insurance agent and former…
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SC Automotive Summit to focus on new technologies, regional insights and global trends
January 22, 2018
Connectivity, mobility, and technology to headline discussions Greenville, S.C. – The SC Automotive Council (SCAC) a division of the South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance (SCMA) today announced its lineup for its…
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New kiosks featuring local businesses opening soon at Charleston International Airport
January 21, 2018
Three local companies with a combined nearly 30 years of retail experience that feature local and culturally focused products will soon open for business at Charleston International Airport. The companies…
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Richland County hires new transportation director
January 19, 2018
Richland 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, 2018
Columbia 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, 2018
The 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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Allegiant announces new nonstop service to Charleston from 3 cities with fares as low as $48*
January 9, 2018
Allegiant (NASDAQ: ALGT) today announced three new nonstop, seasonal routes to Charleston, South Carolina via Charleston International Airport (CHS) from: Cincinnati, Indianapolis and Pittsburgh. “We’re thrilled to bring our unique…
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Charleston International nearing a new passenger record
January 5, 2018
As of November, 3,671,219 people have flown in and out of Charleston International Airport. November 2017 passenger counts rose 6.6 percent over last year and nearly topped the year-end 2016…
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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, 2017
Sun 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, 2017
In 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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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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Charleston International experiences 24 percent increase in passengers in October
November 30, 2017A record 362,851 people – 12,095 people a day – flew in and out of Charleston International Airport in October. That’s a 24 percent increase over the same month in…
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Horry County Department of Airports: American Airlines announces service to Chicago, IL
November 29, 2017
Today American Airlines (AA) announced nonstop air service from Chicago’s O’Hare International Airport (ORD) to Myrtle Beach International Airport (MYR) commencing June 7, 2018. The new seasonal, Saturday only, nonstop…
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Stanley G. Mays appointed to Greenville Airport Commission
November 27, 2017
Stanley 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, 2017
Today, 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, 2017
Honeywell 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, 2017
Southeastern 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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Veterans and active-duty military Rride CARTA, TriCounty Link for free on Veterans Day
November 6, 2017
CHARLESTON, 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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The GSP Airport District announces a new ground transportation provider
November 2, 2017
The GSP Airport District is pleased to announce Eastside Transportation Services as the new on-demand ground transportation services provider at GSP International Airport. The Airport District solicited proposals for these…
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Second contract awarded for Charleston Harbor Deepening
November 2, 2017
The 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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International business leader Carlos Ghosn to return to Greenville
October 19, 2017
Greenville Tech Foundation to Host Chairman and CEO of the Alliance The Greenville Tech Foundation will host internationally renowned automotive executive Carlos Ghosn for a private event on Nov. 7, 2017. …
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Re-imagined MINI unveiled at BMW with Clemson University students
October 16, 2017
Clemson University students unveil Deep Orange 7 MINI concept vehicle for 2025 and beyond Students at the Clemson University International Center for Automotive Research (CU-ICAR) unveiled their newest Deep Orange…
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Greenlink celebrating Try Transit Month
October 5, 2017
October is “Try Transit Month” in the city of Greenville and Greenlink has a full schedule of events to celebrate. Try Transit Month is part of an ongoing initiative to educate Greenville…
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