(02/04/13) - Southwest Airlines believes a flight from Flint's Bishop Airport
to Las Vegas is a winning hand. Non-stop service to the popular entertainment
destination will begin in August.
Air travelers will see Southwest replace the AirTran brand at Bishop in
April. Now with east and west bound options, Bishop Airport says it's all about
giving passengers more choices.
"Let's say your destination is Bozeman, somewhere in California, or even
Mexico. When this transition is all done, I think you'll find some good and
affordable connections through Vegas," said Bishop Airport director Jim Rice.
Once the transition from Air Train to Southwest is complete, non-stop flights
to Orlando, Tampa and Baltimore will start in April. That's good news for Sharon
Seeler, a Canadian who crosses the border to fly from Bishop. "I've found the
flights out of here, there's a lot more options on flight and cheaper than Sault
St. Marie Michigan. I usually use Delta, but Southwest is competitively cheaper
especially for something like Vegas or to fly home to Alabama."
Jeff Norrell of Grand Blanc flies the friendly skies several times a year. "I
hear some great things about SW because it eliminates a lot of stress for the
traveler. I'm interested to see how it's going to go with that transition. I
think the community will take better advantage."
Fares were released Monday, so you can start booking now. The schedule will
include one non-stop Vegas flight a day.
Wednesday, June 19 2013 12:24 PM EDT2013-06-19 16:24:31 GMT
(06/19/13) - Thousands of teachers, administrators, and parents are rallying for public education at the state capitol in Lansing. The Save Michigan's Public School Rally is expected to last a couple
Thousands of teachers, administrators, and parents are rallying for public education at the state capitol in Lansing.
Wednesday, June 19 2013 2:06 PM EDT2013-06-19 18:06:23 GMT
(06/19/13) - Two local businesses are teaming up to make sure seniors are safe behind the wheel. Suski Chevrolet Buick in Birch Run and Hurley Medical Center are hosting a CarFit Check for older drivers,
Two local businesses are teaming up to make sure seniors are safe behind the wheel.
Wednesday, June 19 2013 12:26 PM EDT2013-06-19 16:26:11 GMT
(06/19/13) - In Bay City, an elderly couple had to be pulled through their bedroom windows to safety after their home caught fire. Firefighters showed up around 6 Wednesday morning and saw smoke billowing
In Bay City, an elderly couple had to be pulled through their bedroom windows to safety after their home caught fire.
Wednesday, June 19 2013 12:25 PM EDT2013-06-19 16:25:11 GMT
(06/19/13) - The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has approved $1.2 million in emergency dredging to re-open the Saginaw River to shipping. Heavy rains this year sent sediment down the river, restricting
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has approved $1.2 million in emergency dredging to re-open the Saginaw River to shipping.
Wednesday, June 19 2013 12:24 PM EDT2013-06-19 16:24:50 GMT
(06/19/13) - The city of Flint will be laying off more than two dozen workers when its recently approved budget goes into effect. Last month, Emergency Manager Ed Kurtz approved a budget that begins
The city of Flint will be laying off more than two dozen workers when its recently approved budget goes into effect.
Wednesday, June 19 2013 11:31 AM EDT2013-06-19 15:31:03 GMT
Fast-moving storms left behind some long-term damage. Yesterday's storm ripped down power lines, and crews are working through the night to turn the lights back on.
Fast-moving storms left behind some long-term damage. Monday's storms ripped down power lines, and crews are working through the night to turn the lights back on.
