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Southwest Tees Off At Air Capital Classic

By: Elizabeth Blumberg lblumberg

Jun 19 2013
Knowing that Wichita is known as the Air Capital of the World, home to the Boeing Company, Cessna, Raytheon, and Bombardier Aerospace's Learjet division, it certainly made sense that our newest Southwest destination was also the host of the 2013 Air Capital Classic (Web.com Tour) golf tournament this past weekend at Crestview Country Club. As the "Official Airline of Golf Lovers," Southwest... read more

Hitting the High Points: Southwest Airlines shows Denver more LUV this summer

By: Evan Galin egalin

Jun 19 2013
It’s not surprising that people in the Mile High City are always on the move. They have a passion for the pursuit of exploration.  Southwest Airlines shares that same passion, and it’s no secret that we LUV Denver.  After all, Denver is our fifth busiest airport in terms of daily departures, and Southwest Airlines is Denver’s largest domestic carrier in terms of originating, domestic... read more

Travelin’ Taylor Tour: Good Old War, Live at 35

By: Alyssa Eliasen aeliasen

Jun 18 2013
GOODwin, ArnOLD, SchWARtz... see what they did there? If you didn’t catch it, the guys of Good Old War—Keith, Tim, and Dan—came up with their band name by combining pieces of their last names to create something personal and unique. That’s exactly what sets Good Old War apart—they infuse their true heart, soul, and personality into music and that makes their performances spectacular. What’s more... read more

Going Green: Get Rewarded for Recycling Your Electronics

By: Tacy Lambiase tlambiase

Jun 18 2013
These days, it seems like everyone owns a smartphone … and a laptop … and an iPod … and a Kindle, iPad, or tablet!  In fact, the Consumer Electronics Association (CEA) estimates that the average American household owns 24 different electronic devices.  But what do you do with these electronics when they break or become outdated?  How can you ensure that they don’t end up in a... read more

Celebrating 42 years with the Bags of SWAG Giveaway

By: Evan Galin egalin

Jun 18 2013
It’s an exciting day for Southwest Airlines—our 42nd birthday! We know what you’re thinking. “I need to rush out and buy Southwest Airlines a birthday gift!” …Right? Well, break out those party hats, but relax, because we’re going to celebrate a little nontraditionally. We couldn’t have made it 42 years without our wonderful Customers. So, we have gifts for you!  We’re giving away Bags... read more

Employees Lend a Hand to OK Farmers

By: Diana Jones djones

Jun 17 2013
For some, they flew 1,187 miles to get here.  Others got in their cars and drove 232 miles.  Southwest Airlines Employees were coming to help people they’d never met.The widest tornado on record in our nation devastated El Reno, Oklahoma on May 31.  Farmers in this area have about 13,000 acres of wheat fields ready to harvest in just a few weeks.  The wake of this storm left... read more

Believing in Denver

By: Jane McAtee jmcatee

Jun 17 2013
Southwest Airlines was recently honored with the Corporate Advocate of the Year Award given by the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Metro Denver. “Southwest has been a truly wonderful partner,” said Monica Rodriguez, the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Metro Denver’s Director of Business Development. “We cannot thank you enough for everything you have done for us and the Hispanic Community.”... read more

Music to Our Ears: Southwest Engages in the Arts in Chicago

By: Evan Galin egalin

Jun 14 2013
Last weekend, the vivacious sounds of saxophones and bass guitars overtook beautiful Grant Park where more than 500,000 people enjoyed the Chicago Blues Festival. And, there was no better place for attendees to tap their toes to the music than in the Southwest Blues Lounge! Southwest Employee Ambassadors hosted festival goers at the lounge, inviting them to register for a chance to win a... read more

Helping the OKC Survivors Regain Hope

By: Peter Meijer pmeijer

Jun 12 2013
On the television, I watched a live feed of first responders in Moore, Oklahoma, desperately search for children trapped in the ruins of Plaza Towers Elementary School. As night set in, there wasn't a lot of hope to go around. Several children and adults were confirmed dead, with many others still missing. I was in New York, several hundred miles away, but I knew the men and women of Team Rubicon... read more

Going Green: Real Beach Bums Use Biodegradable Sunscreen

By: Tacy Lambiase tlambiase

Jun 11 2013
Summer is here, and the coast is calling!  Even though you are likely to see lots of white-capped blue water, it doesn't mean you should stop "thinking green" at the seashore.This weekend, some friends and I will be hitting my favorite beach (can you tell how much I LUV it?!) just outside of Annapolis, Maryland (Southwest Internship flight privileges for the win!).  While this beach on... read more