Engineering Council launches infrastructure advancement initiative
June 28, 2022
ACEC-SC guides lawmakers on critical state infrastructure projects, funding allocation Through the launch of its Infrastructure Works (IW) initiative, the American Council of Engineering Companies of South Carolina (ACEC-SC) will…
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SCDOT restricts interstate lane closures to help holiday travel
June 27, 2022
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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GSP partners with CLEAR to offer expedited security screening to travelers
June 27, 2022
Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport (GSP) has partnered with secure identity company CLEAR to offer travelers access to expedited security screening at GSP. As part of the partnership, members in the CLEAR program can…
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SC Ports’ Melvin receives prestigious ‘Women of Courage’ Award
June 27, 2022
South Carolina Ports’ incoming president and CEO Barbara Melvin has been honored with the prestigious Women of Courage Award. The College of Charleston School of Business and Women for Women…
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SC Ports CEO Jim Newsome receives Order of the Palmetto
June 22, 2022Governor Henry McMaster honored South Carolina Ports President and CEO Jim Newsome with the Order of the Palmetto. The Order of the Palmetto is the highest civilian honor in South…
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CAE shares summer air travel preparedness tips
June 22, 2022
With the official start of summer kicking off today, the Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE hereafter) is sharing useful air travel tips to ensure its passengers have an easy travel experience…
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SC Ports maintains fluidity during record May
June 9, 2022
South Carolina Ports achieved another record month for containers handled at the Port of Charleston while maintaining fluidity for customers. May marked the 15th consecutive month of cargo records at…
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Southeastern Freight Lines shines at Truck Driving Championships
June 9, 2022
Southeastern Freight Lines, the leading provider of regional less-than-truckload (LTL) transportation services, recently competed in the South Carolina Trucking Association’s Truck Driving Championships and the Georgia Motor Trucking Association’s Truck…
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Stantec expands Transportation and Community Development teams in South Carolina
June 8, 2022
Stantec, a leading global design and engineering firm, has welcomed three professionals to its Transportation and Community Development practices in Columbia and Greenville. Alexander Barr (pictured) has joined Stantec’s Columbia…
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The Upstate Mobility Alliance announces GP Mcleer as new Executive Director
June 6, 2022
The Upstate Mobility Alliance is excited to announce GP Mcleer as their new Executive Director. Born and raised in Anderson, South Carolina, GP has been an active member in his…
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South Carolinians can expect a ‘flightmare’ of airport delays, starting on May 30th, warns travel expert
May 31, 2022Memorial Day Mayhem: South Carolina travelers can expect a ‘flightmare’ of airport delays starting on May 30th, warns travel expert. With Memorial Day quickly approaching, so is the unofficial start of…
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GSP podcast wins award from the South Carolina Public Relations Society of America
May 25, 2022
Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport (GSP) has received a Silver Wing Award of Merit—Podcasts from the South Carolina Public Relations Society of America (SCPRSA) for Carolina Traveler, the airport’s official podcast. The award…
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South Carolina Air National Guard begins full F-16 operations at Columbia Metropolitan Airport
May 24, 2022
Today, the South Carolina Air National Guard’s (SCANG) 169th Fighter Wing began full operations from the Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE). Their F-16 Fighting Falcon jets typically operate out of McEntire…
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Southeastern Freight Lines recognized as Transplace 2021 Regional LTL Carrier of the Year
May 24, 2022
Southeastern Freight Lines, a leading provider of regional less-than-truckload (LTL) transportation services, has been recognized as the Transplace 2021 Regional LTL Carrier of the Year. Transplace, an Uber Freight company…
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GSP receives $5.2 million grant for air cargo infrastructure improvements
May 19, 2022
The U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA) is awarding a $5.2 million in American Rescue Plan Act grant to support infrastructure improvements at Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport (GSP), according to U.S. Secretary…
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William B. Dukes reappointed to South Carolina Department of Transportation Commission
May 19, 2022
William B. Dukes, of Chapin, has been appointed to another term on the South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) Commission representing the 2nd Congressional District. Dukes, owner of Blue Marlin…
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CARTA announces return of seasonal shuttle to Isle of Palms
May 18, 2022
Beach Reach Shuttle will run Memorial through Labor Day weekends The Charleston Area Regional Transportation Authority (CARTA) today announced that the Beach Reach Shuttle, a free seasonal park-and-ride shuttle providing…
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Logisticus Group receives a a Longevity Award from the Specialized Carriers & Rigging Association
May 18, 2022
Logisticus Group, a transportation logistics company, received a Longevity Award from the Specialized Carriers & Rigging Association. SC&RA is an international organization comprised of more than 1,350 members from 46…
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SC Ports handles record containers, makes progress on fluidity
May 10, 2022
South Carolina Ports continues to handle record cargo volumes while making significant progress with terminal and berth fluidity amid ongoing supply chain challenges. SC Ports had its highest April ever…
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Midlands leaders discuss rail elimination and alignment
May 2, 2022Midlands leaders gathered today for a press conference focused on rail elimination and alignment. Local officials who supported the press conference included representatives from the SC Senate, SC House of…
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Berkeley County to pave seven dirt-to-pave roads in rural communities
May 2, 2022Berkeley County will soon be starting work on its next dirt-to-pave roads package, “7 Roads Project,” in rural communities. This project includes seven roads totaling approximately two miles. Banks Construction…
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CARTA announces “No Pay May” initiative
May 2, 2022Charleston Area Regional Transportation Authority (CARTA) leaders announced a new “No Pay May” initiative, which aims to encourage new ridership by offering all CARTA services at no cost for the month of May.…
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Norfolk Southern to protect sensitive wetlands in South Carolina
May 1, 2022
Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE: NSC) announced today that it will permanently protect 1,105 acres of ecologically significant land in South Carolina’s coastal plain through a conservation easement. The protected land is home…
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CARTA announces ‘No Pay May’ initiative
May 1, 2022
For the month of May, CARTA services will be offered for free During a press conference this morning, Charleston Area Regional Transportation Authority (CARTA) leaders announced a new “No Pay…
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SCDOT awards contract to build the final phase of the Berlin G. Myers Parkway
April 27, 2022
Long-awaited traffic congestion relief is coming to Summerville After more than 18 years of planning, permitting and engineering work, the South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) has received bids and…
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COMET receives awards at Live United event
April 21, 2022
The Central Midlands Regional Transit Authority (The COMET) received two awards at the Live United Awards hosted by United Way of the Midlands at Central Energy on April 20. The…
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Spirit begins nonstop flights to Manchester, NH from the Myrtle Beach International Airport
April 20, 2022
The Myrtle Beach International Airport excitedly welcomes its newest destination – Manchester, New Hampshire. Announced in 2021, passengers can now look forward to “More Go” on Spirit Airlines with new…
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SC Ports reports all-time container record in March
April 14, 2022
SC Ports deploying creative supply chain solutions South Carolina Ports reported an all-time container record in March, marking the 13th consecutive month of cargo records at the Port of Charleston.…
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Autonomous vehicle company Argo AI establishing operations in Greenville County
April 13, 2022
$2.6 million investment expected to create 40 new jobs Argo AI (Argo), a global autonomy products and services company, will establish a test facility in Greenville County. The company’s $2.6 million…
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CARTA, TriCounty Link announce new mobile ticketing option
April 11, 2022
The Charleston Area Regional Transportation Authority (CARTA) and TriCounty Link (TCL) announced their partnership with Token Transit, a free mobile ticketing application that gives riders a new, cashless payment option…
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SCDOT employees to pick up roadside litter on March 30
March 31, 2022
Motorists are asked to use caution and be on the lookout for South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) employees today, Wednesday, March 30, 2022, during the agency’s “Spring Cleanup” litter…
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South Carolina Air National Guard announces temporary operation at Columbia Metropolitan Airport
March 21, 2022
Today, the South Carolina Air National Guard (SCANG) announced a temporary relocation operation of F-16s from McEntire Joint National Guard Base (McEntire) to the Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE). The temporary…
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Paveway Express celebrates 5 years
March 17, 2022
What started as a dream to pave a new way of life for his family, has turned into a business that recently celebrated its fifth anniversary as one of the…
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Goodwyn Mills Cawood adds architecture and aviation leaders in Charleston
March 16, 2022
Goodwyn Mills Cawood (GMC) is pleased to announce the addition of industry leaders Gable Stubbs, AIA, and Jack Mayfield, PE, in Charleston, South Carolina. A Carolina native, Stubbs will serve…
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12 consecutive months of record volumes at SC Ports
March 11, 2022
March 10, 2022 – South Carolina Ports had a record February for containers handled at the Port of Charleston. SC Ports handled 230,420 twenty-foot equivalent container units (TEUs) at Wando…
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GSP recognized for Best Hygiene Measures in North America by customers in 2021
March 11, 2022
Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport (GSP) has earned the 2021 Airport Service Quality (ASQ) Award for Best Hygiene Measures by Region for North America. Airports Council International (ACI), the world’s most prominent…
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COMET’s LeRoy DesChamps receives President’s Award at annual TASC conference
March 10, 2022
The Central Midlands Regional Transit Authority (The COMET) is proud to announce that LeRoy DesChamps, the organization’s COO and Director of Administration was selected for the 2022 TASC Awards of…
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Free DBE certification workshop to be held at CAE
March 10, 2022
The Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) in partnership with the South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) will be hosting a Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) certification workshop on Thursday, March 24th in the…
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Midlands Technical College leads on apprenticeships
March 10, 2022
Learning Resources Network (LERN), the largest association in continuing education in the world, recognized MTC with its Best Business and Industry Practice award. From the award announcement, “The MTC business…
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Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport restores valet parking services on April 4, 2022
March 8, 2022
Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport will re-open valet parking on Monday, April 4, 2022 at 4:15 AM. Valet services will be available on a daily basis from 4:15 AM until one hour…
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CAE selected as industry partner for Department of Defense SkillBridge program
March 3, 2022
The Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) has been selected by the Department of Defense (DoD) as an industry partner in their nationally recognized and noteworthy program, SkillBridge. The DOD SkillBridge program…
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CSX closing multiple railroad crossings in Moncks Corner for maintenance
March 2, 2022
Closures Anticipated to Start March 14 CSX Transportation has scheduled the closure of multiple railroad crossings this month in Moncks Corner to allow for crews to conduct routine maintenance and…
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GSP to host TSA Pre✓ enrollment event
February 23, 2022
Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport (GSP) invites the community and travelers to enroll in the popular TSA Pre✓® expedited screening program. IndentoGO will set-up a TSA Pre✓® mobile enrollment site at GSP…
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School Bus Driver
February 23, 2022
JOB DESCRIPTION Bus Driver DEPARTMENT: Transportation REPORTS TO: Director of Transportation Visit the Laurens 55 Human Resource Page (www.laurens55.org) to review and apply for positions. JOB SUMMARY: To transport students…
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South Carolina Ports has record January for containers
February 10, 2022
South Carolina Ports had a record January for containers handled at the Port of Charleston, following an unprecedented amount of cargo handled in 2021. SC Ports handled 226,515 twenty-foot equivalent…
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Commissioners appointed to new term on Greenville-Spartanburg Airport Commission
February 7, 2022
South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster has reappointed Valerie J. Miller and Doug Smith to the Greenville-Spartanburg Airport Commission. The term for both Commissioners runs from December 31, 2021 through December…
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U.S Army Corps of Engineers Charleston District receives IIJA Funding
February 3, 2022
On Nov. 15, 2021, President Biden signed into law the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA). The Act provides $17.1 billion for U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ (USACE) Civil Works…
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BCDCOG awarded $860,000 grant for transit-oriented development planning
January 25, 2022
Federal Transit Administration funds will help connect communities and improve access to transit and affordable housing The Berkeley-Charleston-Dorchester Council of Governments (BCDCOG) has been awarded $860,000 to plan for transit-oriented development (TOD)…
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South Carolina Ports welcomes its first shipment of chassis 2023
January 24, 2022
SMART Chassis Pool Opens Spring South Carolina Ports received its first shipment of chassis today, marking a significant milestone in the ongoing development of the SC Ports-owned and operated SMART…
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UCW Logistics hires Allgary as Vice President of Sales to propel growth
January 14, 2022
UCW Logistics, a leading North American third-party logistics provider headquartered in Greenville, SC, today announced the hiring of trucking industry executive, Rob Allgary, to lead and execute the company’s vision…
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