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Granite Secures Contract for Infrastructure Project Near Ontario International Airport

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Thursday, May 9, 2024

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Granite (NYSE:GVA) has been awarded a $25 million contract by McDonald Property Group to retrofit offsite infrastructure at the east end of the runway of the Ontario International Airport.

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Granite (NYSE:GVA) has been awarded a $25 million contract by McDonald Property Group to retrofit offsite infrastructure at the east end of the runway of the Ontario International Airport.
The project also includes the new construction of a reclaimed waterline, fire service lines, and dry utility systems.
In addition, Granite will be reconstructing the streets, upgrading access with curb & gutter, driveways, and sidewalks, along with street lighting.
“Granite was selected as a partner for this project based on our qualifications and our ability to meet the needs of the owner,” said Todd Besant, Granite Project Executive.

KB Home Announces the Grand Opening of Its Newest Community in the Highly Desirable Ontario Ranch Master Plan

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Thursday, April 11, 2024

KB Home (NYSE: KBH) today announced the grand opening of its newest community, Crestview, in the highly desirable Ontario Ranch master plan in Ontario, California.

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KB Home (NYSE: KBH) today announced the grand opening of its newest community, Crestview, in the highly desirable Ontario Ranch master plan in Ontario, California.
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KB Home announces the grand opening of its newest community, Crestview, in the highly desirable Ontario Ranch master plan in Ontario, California.
Every KB home is uniquely built for each customer, so no two KB homes are the same.
KB homes are engineered to be highly energy and water efficient and include features that support healthier indoor environments.

Ontario International Airport passenger volume higher by 11% in March and 10% through the first three months of 2024

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Wednesday, April 17, 2024

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ONTARIO, Calif., April 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Passenger volume at Ontario International Airport (ONT) surged 11% to 557,000 in March and nearly 10% during the first three months of the year, according to airport officials.

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ONTARIO, Calif., April 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Passenger volume at Ontario International Airport (ONT) surged 11% to 557,000 in March and nearly 10% during the first three months of the year, according to airport officials.
Last month, ONT welcomed almost 516,000 domestic passengers and more than 41,000 international fliers, increases of 8.3% and 66%, respectively.
"We continued to fly high in March with double-digit passenger growth year-over-year as more travelers chose Ontario International and our world class services and amenities," said Atif Elkadi, chief executive officer of the Ontario International Airport Authority (OIAA).
The air carriers with the greatest passenger shares at ONT in March were:

KB Home Announces the Grand Opening of Contour, its Newest Master-Plannned Community in Chino, California

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Friday, March 22, 2024

KB Home (NYSE: KBH) today announced the grand opening of its newest master-planned community, Contour, in Chino, California.

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KB Home (NYSE: KBH) today announced the grand opening of its newest master-planned community, Contour, in Chino, California.
Homeowners will appreciate the planned community amenities, which include a pool, barbeque area and pickleball courts.
View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240322098894/en/
KB Home announces the grand opening of its newest master-planned community, Contour, in Chino, California.
Every KB home is uniquely built for each customer, so no two KB homes are the same.

Ontario International Airport continued its run of higher passenger volumes in February

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Monday, March 18, 2024

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ONTARIO, Calif., March 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The number of air travelers who chose Ontario International Airport (ONT) in February grew by 9%, extending its run of year-over-year increases to 36 consecutive months, airport officials announced.

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ONTARIO, Calif., March 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The number of air travelers who chose Ontario International Airport (ONT) in February grew by 9%, extending its run of year-over-year increases to 36 consecutive months, airport officials announced.
"February proved to be another positive month for Ontario International as we extended our streak of consecutive months with higher passenger volume," said Atif Elkadi, chief executive officer of the Ontario International Airport Authority (OIAA).
"The numbers speak for themselves and are further evidence that ONT continues to be the airport of choice for Southern California."
It was the first airport in Southern California to exceed pre-pandemic passenger levels and in 2023 posted its highest volumes since 2008.

Ontario International Airport adds Frontier Airlines service to El Paso, Houston and Seattle

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Thursday, February 29, 2024

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ONTARIO, Calif., Feb. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Ontario International Airport (ONT) officials welcomed news that Frontier Airlines will offer nonstop service to El Paso International Airport (ELP), increasing the number of nonstop destinations from the Southern California gateway to 26. The ELP service will be Frontier's 10th nonstop destination from ONT, and will operate three times a week beginning May 17.

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ONTARIO, Calif., Feb. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Ontario International Airport (ONT) officials welcomed news that Frontier Airlines will offer nonstop service to El Paso International Airport (ELP), increasing the number of nonstop destinations from the Southern California gateway to 26.
The ELP service will be Frontier's 10th nonstop destination from ONT, and will operate three times a week beginning May 17.
Frontier also announced additional service from ONT to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) and Houston's George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH).
Daily flights to Seattle will begin May 16, while the Houston service will be offered four times a week starting May 17.

Ontario International Airport flies high with record international passenger volume to start 2024

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Thursday, February 15, 2024

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ONTARIO, Calif., Feb. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Ontario International Airport (ONT) welcomed nearly 470,000 passengers in January, including a record-setting 45,012 international travelers, airport officials announced.

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ONTARIO, Calif., Feb. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Ontario International Airport (ONT) welcomed nearly 470,000 passengers in January, including a record-setting 45,012 international travelers, airport officials announced.
The all-time high for international travelers in a single month surpassed the previous record of 43,551 set last July and was nearly 90% more than January 2023.
The January total passenger volume of 469,589, a 9.5% increase over the same month last year, included 424,577 domestic passengers.
"The new year began as last year ended with growth in passenger volume remaining strong," said Atif Elkadi, chief executive officer of the Ontario International Airport Authority (OIAA), noting that January marked the 35th consecutive month of year-over-year passenger increases at ONT.

Fast Food for a Quick Layover: Upgraded Points Releases Ranking of the Best U.S. Airports for Fast Food Chains

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Tuesday, February 6, 2024

AUSTIN, Texas, Feb. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Upgraded Points announced its newest study with a comprehensive ranking of major airports based on airport fast food options, providing valuable insights into where travelers can find a swift meal before takeoff or between flights.

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"Quick-service restaurants are a travel essential, offering a sense of familiarity no matter where you go," said Keri Stooksbury, editor-in-chief at Upgraded Points.
"Whether it's a McDonald's Big Mac or a Chick-fil-A sandwich, these foods are easy to grab in a pinch."
Upgraded Points analyzed the fast food landscape across the 60 busiest airports in the U.S., as defined by total passenger volume.
Ontario International Airport (ONT): At ONT, fast food stands up to its name with just 7,800 passengers per chain – 69% below the average.

New Global Entry Enrollment Center to open at Ontario International Airport as global travel continues to grow

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Thursday, December 21, 2023

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ONTARIO, Calif., Dec. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Ontario International Airport (ONT) and U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) on Thursday unveiled the new Global Entry Enrollment Center at California's most popular airport.

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ONTARIO, Calif., Dec. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Ontario International Airport (ONT) and U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) on Thursday unveiled the new Global Entry Enrollment Center at California's most popular airport .
Up until now, the nearest Global Entry Enrollment Center has been at Los Angeles International Airport.
To set up an interview at the Global Entry Enrollment Center, travelers must first receive online pre-approval .
The Global Entry Enrollment Center comes as ONT has seen international travel volumes double over the past year, with popular direct flights to Taiwan, Mexico and Latin America.

Ontario International Airport passenger volume climbed by double-digits in November

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Wednesday, December 20, 2023

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ONTARIO, Calif., Dec. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Ontario International Airport (ONT) passenger volume increased by more than 12% in November and 11% over the first 11 months of the year, airport authority officials announced.

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ONTARIO, Calif., Dec. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Ontario International Airport (ONT) passenger volume increased by more than 12% in November and 11% over the first 11 months of the year, airport authority officials announced.
Ontario International welcomed 575,877 passengers in November, an increase of 12.4% compared with the same month last year.
From January through November, ONT reported more than 5.8 million passenger 5.5 million domestic fliers and 374,000 international travelers.
"Ontario International continues to show strong and steady passenger growth, and by the last week of November, our airport had already exceeded the total passenger count we achieved during the entire year in 2022," said Atif Elkadi, chief executive officer, Ontario International Airport Authority (OIAA).