For us, every day is the perfect day to show bus operators our gratitude. However, National Bus Driver Appreciation Day is being celebrated on March 16, 2018! The Rapid’s Bus Operators keep our community moving. They maneuver through traffic and weather conditions of all kinds to get you safely to work, school, appointments, and everything… Read more »
As we approach the launch of The Wave, The Rapid’s new electronic (e-fare) system, we know there are many questions floating around about what the future holds for fares and tickets for The Rapid. As we approach launch in late spring, one question we have been hearing quite frequently is why The Rapid is making… Read more »
March is a busy month for Grand Rapids. We have Beer Month GR, Laughfest, St. Patrick’s Day and so many events at DeVos Place. There are so many reasons to get out and enjoy all the community has to offer. Beat those winter blues by getting out and riding The Rapid to a variety of… Read more »
This past Friday, The Federal Transit Administration granted The Rapid $56.4 million to fund the transit authority’s next bus rapid transit line, the Laker Line. Funding for the 13-mile-long Laker Line from downtown Grand Rapids to Grand Valley State University’s Allendale campus was authorized in President Barack Obama’s last budget for fiscal 2017. U.S. Rep. Bill Huizenga, R-Zeeland announced… Read more »
We partner with FOX 17 to bring you inspiring stories of organizations doing amazing work in West Michigan. The Salvation Army may be an international organization, but they’re making a big impact locally. Throughout West Michigan, The Salvation Army provides a variety of services for individuals and families throughout West Michigan. Available services include food pantries, assistance… Read more »
Love is in the air! Do you have plans for Valentine’s Day yet? Valentine’s Day is the perfect opportunity to celebrate with your special someone. As always, we’re dishing out destinations and tips for a romantic, transit-friendly rendezvous. Let us do the driving so you can spend time paying attention to your sweetheart instead of… Read more »
Living in Downtown Grand Rapids provides residents with access to a variety of covetable amenities such being just steps away from dining, culture and public transportation. Recently, a group of residents from River House at Bridgewater Place, a trademark of the Grand Rapids city skyline, planned a fun dinner trip and used The Rapid to make… Read more »
Movies, shopping and boat and auto shows! Explore Grand Rapids and beyond this month by riding The Rapid to get to a wide variety of family-friendly, low-cost or free events. Michigan International Auto Show at DeVos Place Visit DeVos Place to discover what drives you! From Feb. 1 – 4, car manufacturers from around the… Read more »
Get motivated this Monday by learning about an organization doing good within our community! We’ve teamed up with FOX 17 Morning Mix to bring you bi-weekly segments to get you motivated and inspired. Did you know that hunger threatens one in eight of your neighbors? Feeding America West Michigan exists to ensure safe food is… Read more »
Calling all car commuters! Gas prices are on the rise. In a recent gas price forecast from GasBuddy.com, it’s predicted that U.S. households will spend more on gas than they did previously in 2017. GasBuddy expects prices at the pump nationwide to average out to about $2.57 per gallon of regular gas and $2.70 per… Read more »