Air service progress Blog

How many people are using St. Cloud’s new air service? We’re glad you asked.

It’s been nearly two months since we regained air service in St. Cloud, and I’m happy to report that things are looking up – literally! According to a recent St. Cloud Times article, more than 1,400 people used Allegiant Air’s new service from the St. Cloud Regional Airport to the … [Read more...]

Wondering what the new service from St. Cloud to Phoenix-Mesa is like? Get the skinny from St. Cloud Times travel blogger.

Last month, I told you about travel blogger Lisa Schwarz of the St. Cloud Times and how she was taking Allegiant Air’s inaugural flight from the St. Cloud Regional Airport to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (IWA). Her goal: To be the eyes and ears for central Minnesotans, answering questions … [Read more...]

And we’re off – Allegiant’s inaugural flight takes off from St. Cloud

Allegiant Air inaugural flight at St. Cloud Airport

Last Saturday was a momentous occasion in central Minnesota history, marking the end of a three-year hiatus in air service from our region. And folks, I can’t tell you how good it was to see the airport bustling with activity once again. The Allegiant Air inbound flight arrived at St. Cloud … [Read more...]

Why St. Cloud Times blogger Lisa Schwarz will be on Allegiant’s inaugural flight from STC

Lisa Schwarz.jog

Here in the St. Cloud area, I feel there’s a special excitement in air. And it’s not just because of the holidays (though I do think this is truly the most wonderful time of the year). This Saturday, December 15, Allegiant Air’s inaugural flight takes off from the newly remodeled St. Cloud … [Read more...]

Traveling to Chicago? Look for me at these 10 places.

Photo credit: yuan2003

Sometimes, when I’m craving a vacation, I think about what I would do if I could go right now. It’s certainly not as good as the real thing, but just thinking about going somewhere makes me feel better. That got me considering ... if I could hop on a plane from St. Cloud to Chicago today, … [Read more...]

Progress update: More than $3.3 million secured in partnership agreements

(L to R) Me, Mayor Dave Kleis and St. Cloud Airport Director Bill Towles

Wow, I feel like I’m still on a high from yesterday’s exciting news conference! It was wonderful to see everyone who came to the new St. Cloud terminal to share their support for the air service initiative and the economic growth it will bring to Greater St. Cloud. Aside from chatting with … [Read more...]