Aug 20 2003

Graham Announces a $270,000 Grant for Lancaster Airport

WASHINGTON -- U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) today announced Lancaster County-McWhirter Field has been awarded a $270,000 grant for airport improvements. The funds will allow the airport to acquire land for the protection of the Runway 6 approach surface. “Airport improvements help improve passenger safety and make Lancaster County more attractive for business investment and economic development,” said Graham. The grant was awarded by the U.S. Department of Transportation.