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I-73/74 NEWS ARCHIVE FOR 2007

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2007 News Archive

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12.31.07State road funding needs must be heard
12.31.07I-73 among one of many steps forward for NESA
12.22.07Want to go to an SC beach, you might have to pay a toll
12.17.07Section of Greensbroro loop road to open Tuesday
12.14.07Chamber will support I-73 change if state officials do
12.12.07Local CTL plant plans move ahead
12.11.07South Carolina Construction News
12.10.07Ports Infrastructure - A new Frontier for Public-Private Ventures
12.10.07Interstate taking shape
12.07.07Road Construction Ahead
12.02.07VDOT offical I-73 change impact tied to funding
12.01.07State, federal officials sign off on I-73 construction
11.30.07Transit projects speeding ahead
11.30.07$2 Billion Expressway
11.30.07Are toll roads the way to go?
11.30.07CTB rep will push I-73 change
11.30.07Officials Make New Stride Toward I-73 Construction
11.30.07I-73 gets key approval from SC, federal officials
11.30.07I-73 gets key approval from officials
11.29.07I-73 gets key approval from state, federal officials
11.29.07Kanjorski expands on reason why all highways should be tolled
11.29.07Lester fears I-73 delay; Vaughn says no
11.29.07SCDOT, FWHA leaders approve Southern I-73
11.28.07Board wants I-73 change
11.20.07News from the transportation front No. 21
11.20.07MDOT may want to consider the construction of toll roads
11.15.07I-95 get OK for tolls
11.14.07Lawsuit brought on over I-73 path
11.12.07Addressing the Transportation Challenges of the 21st Century
11.06.07Preserve Crossing, DNR deal for I-73 delay
11.05.07Construction progresses on King Coal Highway
11.05.07The infrastructure Financing Debate Continues
10.28.07Board seeks advice on I-73 connector
10.24.07Media Release: VDOT Public Hearing, Lester
10.24.07Board OKs road request
10.22.07Board may ask CTB for connector road
10.22.07Virginia group seeks to stop I-73 construction
10.18.07Lester - No basis for I-73 suit
10.17.07Lawsuit aims to stop I-73
10.17.07Lawsuit filed by I-73 foes
10.17.07Lawsuit seeks to halt I-73 construction in VA
10.17.07Legal action filed against proposed interstate
10.17.07Virginia group fights SC I-73 project
10.09.07Plans to Toll Interstate Highway System Expand
10.07.07Feasibility, cost, valued of I-73 debated
10.04.07I-73/74 Washington meetings brings strong support
10.03.07Highway tolling has entered the mainstream
9.29.07DNR plane agrees to payment in I-73 deal
9.29.07State to pay for preserve acres to be lost in road construction
9.27.07I-73 group returns to Grand Strand
9.26.07Spratt says I-73/74 might be toll road
9.26.07Rahall, An investment in our roads is an investment in our future
9.25.07Lobbyists seek support for I-73/74
9.25.07More money for I-73
9.25.07King Coal Highway supporters seek fed funding for progress
9.24.07I-95 designation lifts hopes for new interstate
9.24.07I-73 trip to push for funding
9.24.07I-73 lobbyists go to Washington
9.24.07Delegation traveling to push for I-73 funds
9.22.07MB Chamber of Commerce President addresses group
9.21.07Funds for I-73 route get nod
9.22.07MB Chamber of Commerce President addresses group
9.20.07Land to be purchased for I-73
9.20.07Seidle, County and city must cooperate
9.14.07VDOT official, Change would slow I-73
9.10.07Board approves I-73 land payment
9.10.07Deal reach on I-73 compensation package
9.06.07Preserve board considers I-73 deal
9.02.07Residents ask for I-73 to be moved to west
8.31.07Business expert I-73 vital to Pee Dee Grand Strand economy
8.30.07S.C. residents request a change in I-73 route
8.30.07Agreement reached on I-73, Heritage Preserve issue
8.30.07Agencies set price for I-73 crossing
8.28.07Marlboro Chesterfield residents tout western I-73 route
8.28.07I-73 northern leg inches toward completion at tonight's hearing
8.25.07Proposed I-73 can't bridge economic differences between four SC counties
8.25.07Agency seeks compensation for preserve land
8.24.07South takes the lead I-73
8.22.07I-73 fued - Lawmakers battle SC DNR
8.21.07South Carolina to fund I-73 with tolls
8.16.07Proposed Interstate 73 route promots outcry from residents
8.15.07Residents react to I-73 plan
8.15.07Interstate 73 public meeting
8.14.07Residents voice concerns over I-73
8.14.07First I-73 Public Hearing
8.13.07Feds OK tolls for I-73 in South Carolina
8.13.07Meeting scheduled to discuss I-73 location
8.11.07Proposed interstate project moves forward
8.11.07Tolling on I-73 gains federal approval
8.11.07Leaders huddle over plans for area's growth
8.10.07Tolls approved to fund I-73
8.10.07I-73 project gets toll approval
8.09.07New loop section to ease city congestion
8.07.07Public hearing for the preferred I-73 set for next week
8.02.07Board approves compensation package for I-73 construction
7.31.07Board to plan for I-73 crossing at nature preserve
7.22.07Next Step for I-73
7.20.07Marlboro County still leads state in unemployment
7.19.07DOT picks route for northern stretch
7.19.07Residents react to preferred I-73 northern route
7.16.07Route for I-73 to be unveiled
7.15.07I-73 plans will soon be unveiled
7.14.07SCDOT to unveil interstate route
7.14.07Top WVDOT official expresses commitment as roadway projects move forward
7.20.07Plan for north leg of I-73 revealed
Relieved officials prepare to buckle down, raise funds
7.18.07King Coal progress — Highway funds must stay in Mercer
7.16.07King Coal Highway: Resolutions enhance momentum
7.03.07Commission to Reveal Northern Route
6.18.07Let's dig some dirt
6.13.07Bridge Bids In - Construction Could Begin by August 
6.02.07I-73 Would Ease Traffic, Official Says
6.02.07I-73 Wins Crucial Backer
6.10.07S.C. Budget Keeps Most of Strand's Allocations
6.08.07A Road Map for Roanoke
6.06.07Attempt to Get Funds for I-73 Dies in Senate
6.03.07Officals Lengthen Legislative Session
6.02.07Transportation Chief Back Interstate to Relieve Beach Traffic
6.02.07Transportation Chief I-73 Would Help Backed up SC Beach Traffic
6.01.07Grand Strand Goes to the Top for I-73 Pitch
6.01.07In Our Towns
6.01.07Transportation Chief: I-73 Would Help Backed up Beach Traffic
6.01.07Transportation Secretary Pledges Support for I-73
5.31.07Citizen Requests Change to I-73 Route
5.30.07Federal Offical to Look at I-73
5.29.07Transportation Big May Visit Grand Strand
5.28.07$9.5 Million Earmarked for Leg of I-73
5.28.07Board to Hear I-73 Options
5.27.07Lawmakers Promise Cuts, Reforms
5.26.07City Hosts I-73 Group
5.26.07Road of Uncertainty
5.23.07Forum is Outlet to Air Transportation Concerns
5.23.07Welcome Centers Construction Frozen
5.19.07I-73 Offer for Preserve Crossing Rejected
5.19.07Lester I-73 Option Good But Costly
5.15.07Budget Talk Makes No Progress
5.10.07Yet Another Road Block Delays on King Coal Work are Ridiculous
5.09.07Highway Hits Roadblock
5.05.07Highway Bypass up for Approval
5.04.07I-73 Compensation Plan Delayed
5.03.07NC House Budget-Writers Roll Out Pieces of Spending Proposal
4.29.07Input Sought on I-73
4.28.07Graham Claims Unity Necessary in Future
4.25.07Horry County Excels in House Budget
4.25.07Massive Support for Interstate to Myrtle Beach
4.23.07Exclusive NewsChannel 15 Zogby Poll Results
4.21.07DOT Plans I-73 Payback for Preserve
4.20.07DNR Takes up I-73 Crossing
4.20.07State Spending Plan
4.17.07New Ridgeline Trail to Link NC
4.11.07Virginia Gets Go Ahead for I-73 Leg
4.10.07Feds Give Virginia Go for I-73
4.08.07I-73 Clears Major Hurdle
4.08.07Virginia Gets Go Ahead for I73 Design Work
4.03.07Horry Pushes South on I-73
4.03.07Demint Says No to Earmarks
3.31.07King Coal Progress Detoured
3.29.07Land is Part of Puzzle
3.28.07House Passes DOT Reform Bill
3.27.07Bill Would Stop Welcome Centers
3.22.07Welcome Centers in State's Center Raise Questions
3.21.07VDOT Hires Collins
3.18.07Senate Bristles After Chamber Accusations
3.16.07DOT Makes Interstate Access to Myrtle Beach a Priority
3.16.07Group Balks at DOT Choice
3.16.07Ryberg Blasts Closed Huddle
3.16.07SC Transportation Department Commissioners Select $2 Billion Interstate Plan
3.16.07Support for I-73 Draws Ire for DOT
3.16.07Top Priority I-73 to Myrtle Beach
3.15.07Groups Want DOT Commision to Reaffirm I-73 Support
3.15.07Trade Plan for Wetland Derailed
3.14.07Strand Projects Land in New Budget
3.13.07Budgeting New Laws
3.11.07Armstrong, Change Likely on Road Bill
3.11.07We Need More Roads, Not Fewer
3.08.07Legislature Moving at Warp Speed as Table Games Bill Goes to Govenor
3.07.07Bids Sought for King Coal Highway Bridge
3.07.07Don't Revive Backdoor Route to Making Laws
3.06.07Unfinished Business Prompts Vaughn Bid
3.05.07Bridging Progress - King Coal Work Renews
3.04.07Emmert Announces Bid for Horsepasture Seat
3.03.07DeMint Offers Views from Earmarks to Immigrants
2.25.07County Wants Roads Master Plan
2.25.07Legislators Find More Good Than Bad as Assembly Ends
2.25.07Tourism Funds Clear First Hurdle
2.22.07Airport Terminal Funding Slashed
2.22.07DeMint Says War Needs Support
2.17.07Federal Backing for I-73 Strong
2.15.07Senate Panel Approves Bill on DOT Reform
2.12.07Changes to N.C. 24-27 Shelved by Planners
2.12.07Eastern Loop Contruction Set for 2011
2.11.07Lawmakers Debate DOT Changes
2.09.07Vote on Preserve Crossing on Hold
2.08.07Preserve Ponders Payoff
2.07.07Regional Traffic Planners Offer Report on Area Study
2.05.07Can They Compromise?
2.02.07I-73 Corridor Boondoggle in the Making
2.01.07Debate Over the Future of SC DOT Seat
2.01.07Rules, Regulations, and Renovations
1.31.07Stroke the Cash Cow
1.31.07Joint Resolution Provides WV Hwy Projects Funding
1.19.07Area Roads on Federal Wish List

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