New Bus Route to Link Downtown Greenville and GSP

Greenville is getting a new bus route. It will connect downtown to the Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport. This is big news for people who travel or visit the city. The city got a big grant. It's $3. 3 million from the federal government. This money will buy four new buses and a training simulator. The buses will run on compressed natural gas. That's good for the environment. The new route won't start until 2027. That's because the city needs time to plan and prepare. The idea is to make it easier for people to get around. They won't have to rely on rideshare or rent a car. A study showed this route will create jobs. It will also bring in more tax money. That's good for the city's economy. More people are visiting Greenville. They come for events, conferences, and vacations. The city wants to attract more visitors. They want people to fly in and stay longer. New air routes have made it easier for people to come from different places. Like the West Coast. But there's a catch. The city is still thinking about a downtown conference center. It's been talked about for years but hasn't happened yet. Some people want to expand Greenlink. Others question if it should get more funding. This is a big step for Greenville. It shows the city is growing. But there are still challenges to overcome.