Mary Presley takes helm as South Central Motorcoach Association executive director
Industry veteran Mary Presley becomes SCMA’s executive director, aiming to boost member engagement, expand education, and advocate for motorcoach industry growth.
Salter Bus Lines owner receives SCMA’s inaugural award named for her father
When Stacy Strickland helped create the South Central Motorcoach Association’s J.H. Byrd Outstanding Service Award, she never imagined she would be the first recipient. The…
Mayo Tours sees outpouring of industry support after fire
When Mayo Tours experienced a devastating fire that destroyed its shop and the two coaches inside, the motorcoach industry was quick to offer support.
“We have…
Motorcoaches evacuate thousands before and after Hurricane Ida
As Hurricane Ida bore down on the Gulf states in late August, hundreds of motorcoaches evacuated thousands in harm’s way. The fleets — including those…
Insurance crisis in Louisiana shows need for tort reform
Not that he likes it, but Harold Lewis has grown accustomed to his insurance climbing 5-10% annually in recent years. But the motorcoach operator wasn’t…
Louisiana Lt Gov: motorcoach industry ‘vital’ to tourism, emergency response
Louisiana Lieutenant Governor Billy Nungesser understands the importance of the country’s motorcoach industry. He wrote this op-ed explaining the critical role operators play in the…