Skip to main content

Rider's Almanac Blog

Community Northstar Rider Information

Let history be your guide on the Northstar Commuter Rail Line 

| Wednesday, June 12, 2013 11:40:00 AM
From Ford Motor Co.’s downtown Minneapolis factory to the Oliver H. Kelly Farm in Elk River, a trip on the Northstar Commuter Rail Line is rich in history. And now there’s more of it. Minnesota Public Radio’s audio tour of the 40-mile [...]
Bus Light Rail Links of Interest Transit Information Transit Planning

Apps put transit in the palm of your hand 

| Friday, June 7, 2013 4:04:00 PM
In addition to Metro Transit’s mobile website, the agency provides third-party developers the information they need to build apps that provide route and schedule information, frequently in real time. That trove of data comes primarily from The [...]
Bus In the News Know Your Operator Safety

Star Tribune: Driver Jerry Olson honored for dozens of awards 

| Friday, June 7, 2013 2:12:00 PM
"Metro Transit’s most celebrated driver has never lived up to his nickname, “Crash.” And for that, he was honored Thursday. Jerry Olson was recognized by Metro Transit for having earned 25 Outstanding Operator Awards and 39 consecutive Safe [...]
Bus Good Question Light Rail Promotions

Good Question: Why are free rides offered to some events? 

| Tuesday, February 26, 2013 3:42:00 PM
With St. Patrick's Day around the corner and basketball and hockey seasons underway, customers have asked us about Metro Transit's free ride promotions. We partner with organizations and events throughout the year to provide free trial rides in [...]
Bus Good Question Light Rail Rider Information Winter Weather

Good Question: How does Metro Transit prioritize winter storm cleanup? 

| Thursday, February 21, 2013 10:49:00 AM
When winter weather hits, customers often ask us how Metro Transit organizes snow clearance. Prioritizing the Metro Transit To-Do List With a modest staff and large winter storm workload, snow clearance is prioritized to keep [...]
Page 155 of 155 << < 30 60 90 120 148 149 150 151 152 153 154 155