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Greenville’s 3’s par-three golf course relaunches eatery The Grubhouse

Hospitality entrepreneur Davis Sezna knows golf and has played his whole life....The 12-hole, par-three golf course near Greenville Downtown Airport along Interstate 385 offers a casual feel to the game.

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Jeffrey T. Gold Appointed to Greenville Airport Commission

 Jeffrey T. Gold is appointed to serve on the Greenville Airport Commission (GAC) effective December 1, 2023. Gold replaced Stanley G. Mays as one of the two Greenville County appointees that serve on the GAC.

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Warbird aviation show in Greenville

The Greenville community gets a chance to see vintage planes from WWII up close. For more Local News from WHNS. 

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Photos: 2023 Warbird Weekend Static Aviation Show in Greenville

The Yankee Lady B-17 Flying Fortress landed at Greenville Downtown Airport Friday to kick off the Warbird Weekend Static Aviation Show in Greenville. The event was October 7-8 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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Vintage WWII-era warbirds touch down at Greenville airport

There’s something about watching a restored World War II-era bomber take off with the sound of jazz in the background that can evoke feelings of nostalgia in all ages.

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City of Greenville moves forward with Airport District Masterplan

Tjhe  City Council Airport District  Study plans will aid in livability and growth for residents in the area. 

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Photos/video: 2023 Take Flight 5K at Greenville Downtown Airport

The 2023 Take Flight 5K and 1 Mile Run was held May 27 at Greenville Downtown Airport to benefit Runway Park future projects.

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Greenville’s preliminary Airport District Master Plan features new runway trail, updated corridors

Preliminary recommendations and updates on the Greenville Airport District Master Plan were unveiled to city leaders and the general public June 6. 

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James Stephens takes over helm of Greenville Downtown Airport

James Stephens knew he had big shoes to fill when he became director of Greenville Downtown Airport (GMU) earlier this month after the retirement of Joe Frasher, who led the airport for nearly 40 years.

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Warbird Adventures to bring historic planes to Greenville Downtown Airport

Aviation fans and history buffs will get a chance to see World War II planes up close as Warbird Adventures Aviation Event comes to Greenville Downtown Airport (GMU) from 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. on Oct. 29-30.

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Greenville's 'Runway Café prepping for Food Network's 'Restaurant: Impossible' later this month

The hit show 'Restaurant: Impossible' on the Food Network will be filming at two Upstate restaurants this month.

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Order of the Palmetto awarded to Upstate airport director

The longtime director of Greenville Downtown Airport has awarded the Order of the Palmetto, the state’s highest civilian honor.

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GMU Operations Manager Receives Certified Member Designation

Kenneth Koch, Jr., the Operations Manager for the Greenville Downtown Airport (GMU), earned the Certified Member (C.M.) designation of the American Association of Airport Executives (A.A.A.E.). 

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GSP Airport Loans Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting Vehicle to GMU

Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport (GSP) recently completed delivery of an Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting (ARFF) vehicle which has been loaned, on a long-term basis, to the City of Greenville Fire Department for use at the Greenville Downtown Airport (GMU.)

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Greenville Downtown Airport welcomes SC Aviation president with water cannon salute

South Carolina Aviation Association President Terry Connorton touched down at the Greenville Downtown Airport (GMU) Tuesday.

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Lara Kaufmann Has Spent More Than A Decade Making Greenville Downtown Airport A Destination

She doesn’t fly, but Lara Kaufmann soars when she talks about her job at Greenville Downtown Airport.

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The Scoop with Amy Doyle: What is happening at the Greenville Downtown Airport?

The Greenville Downtown Airport (GMU are the code letters) sits 3 miles from downtown Greenville and directly adjacent to the upcoming Prisma Health Swamp Rabbit Trail Green Line (the bike trail spur parallel to Laurens Road).

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Runway Park at GMU: The Greenville Downtown Airport features a unique aviation-themed park...

The Greenville Downtown Airport features a unique aviation-themed park that kids of all ages are sure to love. A Cessna plane mounted on a pole anchors the two playgrounds, which feature play structures...

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School Counselors To Tour Greenville, SC, Downtown Airport

Each year, 8th graders across the State choose a “career cluster” of interest from a list of 16 choices while 10th graders identify a specific course of study,  “career major”...

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Kids Can Spend The Day Playing Around At A Free Outdoor Playground And Airport Runway In South Carolina

For anyone fascinated with airplanes, there’s a hidden gem tucked into the perimeter of the Greenville Downtown Airport that is a must-visit if you have small kids in your brood...

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