New Study Reveals Where Millennials Have Worst Driving; SC Ranks Second

A new study into road traffic accidents in America has found that Mississippi is the state where millennials are most likely to be involved in fatal accidents. 

Research by legal funding experts Tribeca Lawsuit Loans analyzed fatal road accident data from 2017 – 2021 and found that millennials, ages 27 to 42 in 2023, are more likely to be involved in fatal accidents on the roads.

1 – Mississippi  

In Mississippi, there is a millennial population of 595,502; between the allotted time frame, there were 959 fatalities due to car accidents. This is equal to 161.04 per every 100,000 of the population, the highest count across all of the states.  

Fatalities per 100,000 of the population: 161.04. 

2 – South Carolina  

South Carolina has the second-most dangerous roads for millennials, with 1541 reported deaths on the roads between 2017-2021. When adjusted to the population this number is equal to 142.90 fatalities per 100,000.  

Fatalities per 100,000 of the population: 142.90. 

3 – New Mexico 

New Mexico is the third state on this list. With 621 fatalities over five years (139.55 per 100,000), on average that’s 124.2 deaths every year. 

Fatalities per 100,000 of the population: 139.55. 

4 – Wyoming  

Wyoming has a much smaller millennial population of 122,160. Over the 5-year time period, there were 167 deaths on the roads, which when adjusted to the population is 136.71 deaths per 100,000 people. On average that’s 27.34 deaths every year on the roads. 

Fatalities per 100,000 of the population: 136.71. 

5 – Alabama 

Alabama is the fifth most dangerous state for millennial drivers, with 1337 deaths due to road traffic accidents; on average, that’s 267.4 every year. When adjusted to the population that is equal to 129.63 per 100,000 people.  

Fatalities per 100,000 of the population: 129.63. 

6 – Arkansas 

Arkansas is sixth on this list, with 795 fatalities over five years that’s equal to 126.75 per 100,000 of the 627,195 millennial population.  

Fatalities per 100,000 of the population: 126.75. 

7 – Louisiana 

Louisiana has a millennial population of 985,883, and over the five years of 2017 – 2021, there were 1209 fatalities on the roads (241.8 per year). That’s equal to 122.63 per 100,000 people,  or 24.53 per 100,000 every year.  

Fatalities per 100,000 of the population: 122.63. 

8 – Montana  

Montana is the eighth most dangerous state for millennial drivers. On average there were 55.4 fatalities over the five years included in the data. In total that is 277 deaths or 117.93 per 100,000 of the population.  

Fatalities per 100,000 of the population: 117.93. 

9 – West Virginia  

West Virginia had 368 millennial fatalities on the roads between 2017 and 2021 (73.60 per year). When adjusted to the population of millennials, which is 338,441, this is equal to 108.73 per 100,000.  

Fatalities per 100,000 of the population: 108.73. 

10 – Kentucky  

Kentucky is the tenth most dangerous state for driving as a millennial; between 2017 and 2021, there were 995 fatalities on the road (199 per year). When adjusted to the larger millennial population of 926,452 this is equal to 107.40 per 100,000.  

Fatalities per 100,000 of the population: 107.40. 

A spokesperson from Tribeca Lawsuit Loans said: “Many studies conducted all paint a picture that millennial drivers are involved In the most accidents on the roads. The intersection of technology, distractions, and a fast-paced lifestyle creates a complex driving landscape and one that leads to many preventable deaths every year.”  

Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport Drives Economic Growth, Supporting Nearly 20,000 Jobs, $4 Billion in Local Output

Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport generates nearly 20,000 jobs and contributes $4 billion in annual economic output to the Upstate South Carolina region, according to the facility’s latest economic impact study.

The study found that GSP’s $4 billion total economic impact is 40 percent greater than the $2.9 billion impact in 2018 and 11 times greater than the $377 million reported in 2009.

The study surveyed GSP’s involvement in commercial development, general aviation, air cargo and passenger services, which have all increased significantly in recent years.

"When we invest in the airport, we are investing in the entire Upstate region,” said Dave Edwards, president and CEO of Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport.

He added, “Our substantial growth contributes to and reflects the growth we are witnessing in our area. As a vital economic engine, GSP is proud to play a pivotal role in enhancing the prosperity of Upstate South Carolina."

In recent years, GSP has significantly expanded its economic profile through the expansion of air cargo and passenger services, commercial development and prudent facility planning.

In 2017, the Greenville-Spartanburg Airport District began Cerulean Aviation to provide fixed-base operator services, fueling and air cargo support.

Since then, GSP’s cargo numbers have increased nearly 78 percent and the airport now offers scheduled cargo flights to Belgium, China, Denmark, Germany, and Korea.

To meet growing demand, a 110,000 sq. ft. cargo facility was opened in 2019 and was expanded to 160,000 sq, ft. in 2022. In 2023, the aircraft apron was doubled to accommodate up to six Boeing 747-800 aircraft simultaneously.

At the same time, general aviation facilities were expanded with the addition of three new corporate hangars, a larger aircraft apron, an expanded fuel farm and, in 2024, work will begin on a project to double the size of the existing general aviation terminal.

Commercial passenger activity has rebounded from the effects of the pandemic and GSP now offers nonstop flights to 21 destinations by seven major airlines, including Avelo Airlines and Silver Airways which were added since 2018.

Passenger air service is expected to continue to grow over the next five years, which provides an additional boost to the economy. 

According to the report, adding a 137-seat passenger round trip flight at 80 percent capacity supports 632 local jobs, $29,42190,213 in additional income, $96,467,741 in increased output and $11,178,276 in total tax revenues.  

Over the next six years, GSP plans to introduce over $427 million in capital improvements to accommodate the growing region, including significant roadway improvements, a new parking garage and consolidated rental car facility, general aviation expansion and terminal expansion work.

On average, 800 local jobs will be supported annually by these projects and $78.4 million in tax revenues will be generated.

SYNEVA Economics, based in Asheville, N.C., performed the study using information from the 2022 calendar year.

The study tracked Airport District operations, air cargo, fixed-base operator (FBO) services, commercial development and visiting airline passengers.

Communications Services, Inc. Joins MCA

Spartanburg, S.C.-based Mobile Communications America, Inc. ("MCA"), a leading provider of wireless communication solutions that officials say enhance the safety, security, and operating efficiency of workplaces, announced the acquisition of Communications Services, Inc. ("CSI"), an established Motorola Service Shop in Lawrenceburg TN, founded in 1993. 

Financial terms weren’t disclosed.

"I am excited for the next chapter, being able to partner with a company with the same customer-first philosophy and one that holds the same family values,” said CSI's owner since 2014, Pete Bottoms. 

Vince Foody, CEO of MCA, added, "We are very happy to welcome the CSI team to the MCA family. Their expertise in wireless communications, combined with their service-first values, is an excellent strategic fit with MCA."

Officials said the addition of CSI strengthens MCA's footprint in Tennessee.

Carolina Lights Returns Dec. 8 at the South Carolina State Fairgrounds

The South Carolina State Fair presents the return of Carolina Lights, its annual downtown drive-through holiday light show.

The Lexington Medical Center Fair Park at the South Carolina State Fairgrounds in Columbia will be transformed into a winter wonderland starting Friday, Dec. 8 through Sunday, Dec. 24 (closed on Mondays).

Now in its fifth year, the holiday drive-through light experience will feature more than 100 individual LED light displays synchronized to holiday music spanning a nearly two-mile journey inside the fairgrounds.

Guests will be encounter an array of enchanting scenes such as dinosaurs, gingerbread soccer, Santa Claus, Elf on the Shelf, tunnel of lights, the 12-days of Christmas, plus more surprises.

The S.C. State Fair’s popular chocolate chip cookies, milk and Pepsi products will be available for purchase.

New this year, dog treats will also be available for purchase.

While driving through the light show, guests can tune their radio to 88.9 FM to listen to music that synchronizes with the light displays.

Special Day Promotions

On Wednesday, Dec. 13, active and retired military and their dependents (with proper military identification cards) will be able to purchase a car pass for 50 percent off at the gate.

On Tuesday, Dec. 19, first responders will be able to purchase a car pass for 50 percent off at the gate.

Buy Early and Save

Discount car passes ($5 savings) are available at SCStateFair.org/Carolina-Lights now through Dec. 7, 2023.

Beginning Dec. 8, admission is $20 per car, $35 per mini-bus (9-24 passengers) and $70 for vehicles with 25 or more passengers. Passes can be purchased at SCStateFair.org/Carolina-Lights or at the gate. Cash and credit cards will be accepted.

Patrons should enter at Gate 6 on George Rogers Boulevard. To ensure the safety of all and control the flow of traffic, visitors will not be permitted to exit their vehicles.

Guests who wish to drive through a second time on the same night may request a re-entry pass at the exit gate until 15 minutes before closing each night.

Carolina Lights will run Dec. 8-24 from 6-9 p.m. Sundays, and Tuesdays through Thursdays and 6-10 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays.

The light show will be closed on Mondays.

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