COLUMBIA, S.C. (August 8, 2019) – Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE hereafter) is excited to celebrate 85 years of continuous service by Delta Air Lines (Delta hereafter) in Columbia. The airline’s first passenger flight departed Columbia on August 8, 1934. “Delta Air Lines has always been a great partner,” said CAE Executive Director, Mike Gula. “We…
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With New Blended Lane System, TSA Precheck Will Now Always Be Available at CAE
COLUMBIA, S.C. (Thursday, July 25, 2019) – Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE hereafter) will now offer TSA Precheck passengers the same security processing guidelines, no matter the lane they enter from the checkpoint. The new “Blended Lane” system was recently introduced by the Transportation Security Administration (TSA hereafter) and is designed to provide pre-approved passengers with…
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The Walsh Group names Andy Douglas Vice President of Carolinas Transportation
The Walsh Group has announced that Andy Douglas has been promoted to Vice President within its Transportation Group, and he will be responsible for oversight and leadership of projects in their North and South Carolina markets. His responsibilities will also include consultation with owners, monitoring project progress, supervision and review of management systems and staff.…
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The Walsh Group names Andy Douglas Vice of Carolinas Transportation
The Walsh Group has announced that Andy Douglas has been promoted to Vice President within its Transportation Group, and he will be responsible for oversight and leadership of projects in their North and South Carolina markets. His responsibilities will also include consultation with owners, monitoring project progress, supervision and review of management systems and staff.…
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Columbia Metropolitan Airport Celebrates International Yoga Day with Successful Event
WEST COLUMBIA, S.C. (June 21, 2019) – 125 participants found their zen at a very successful event celebrating International Yoga Day on Friday, June 21st hosted by Columbia Metropolitan Airport. “We’re thrilled that our first yoga event enjoyed such an overwhelming response,” said CAE Director of Marketing and Air Service Development, Kim Jamieson. “We are…
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ECM Support Services Launches The First The Comet Vanpool Program
Columbia, SC – In December 2018, The COMET launched The COMET Vanpool, a one-year pilot to subsidize 20 purple and white vans at $500 per month not to exceed $120,000 per year as long as van originates or ends in Richland or Lexington Counties. The service is provided by Commute With Enterprise. The first The…
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Southeastern Freight Lines Promotes Mike Redden to Director of National Accounts
LEXINGTON, S.C. (April 23, 2019) – Southeastern Freight Lines, the leading provider of regional less-than-truckload (LTL) transportation services, today announced Mike Redden has been promoted to director of national accounts. In his new role, Redden will manage Southeastern’s team of national account managers, including educating the sales team on Southeastern service offerings and serving as an…
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The COMET and Blue Bike Forms Partnership News Conference
Columbia, SC - On Thursday, March 28, 2019 at 11:00 a.m., The COMET will hold a press conference at the Blue Bike Station in front of Columbia City Hall to showcase the new partnership between The COMET and Blue Bike. Columbia’s bike share system, Blue Bike SC, will grow by 8 fully functional, docked stations…
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Rebecca M. Breland, P.E., New Director of Site Development for South Carolina Power Team
COLUMBIA, S.C. (February 7, 2019) – South Carolina Power Team is pleased to announce Rebecca M. Breland, P.E., as its new Director of Site Development. Rebecca will assist with product development efforts for SC Power Team. Her primary focus will be working with cooperatives and community partners to develop market-ready sites and ensure sites are…
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Southeastern Freight Lines Serves 3,617 Hours in 2018
Employees Give Back Through “Southeastern Serves” Program LEXINGTON, S.C. (Jan. 28, 2019) – Southeastern Freight Lines, the leading provider of regional less-than-truckload (LTL) transportation services, today announced its participation in 3,617 total hours of community service, completing 90 projects, in 2018 as part of the “Southeastern Serves” program. Southeastern Serves is a program dedicated to giving…
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