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Columbia Metropolitan Airport completes phase one of its checkpoint expansion, adding new secure exits and passenger amenity rooms for travelers. (Photo/FlyCAE)|can now enjoy new amenity rooms after passing through the security checkpoint. The business center, interfaith and meditation room and sensory room were all designed to enhance the passengers experience while in the airport. (Photo/FlyCAE)
Oct 22, 2025

Columbia Metropolitan Airport opens first phase of expansion project

Columbia Metropolitan Airport completes phase one of its checkpoint expansion, adding new secure exits and passenger amenity rooms for travelers.

Best Lawyers named Lawrence Flynn of Pope Flynn as Lawyer of the Year in Municipal Law for Columbia. (Photo/Pope Flynn)
Sep 15, 2025

Lawrence Flynn named Lawyer of the Year in Columbia

Best Lawyers named Lawrence Flynn of Pope Flynn as Lawyer of the Year in Municipal Law for Columbia, recognizing his leadership and public finance expertise.

Spirit Airlines is ending service to and from Columbia Metropolitan Airport, effective Oct. 4. (Photo/Spirit Airlines)
Sep 8, 2025

Spirit Airlines to exit Columbia airport amid bankruptcy

Spirit Airlines will end Columbia flights Oct. 4 as it files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, ending routes to Orlando, Fort Lauderdale and Newark.