Don’t let the unseasonable weather fool you. The holiday season is upon us! Get in a festive mood by partaking in all the holiday events that the Greater Grand Rapids area has to offer. There’s something in store for everyone! Whether you’re hoping to find the perfect gift for a loved one or bringing your… Read more »
Get motivated today to make an impact on your community! We’re partnering with FOX 17 to bring you a new segment that features local organizations, businesses and stories of good things happening throughout the Greater Grand Rapids area. It’s our hope that we can inspire more good to take place. This past week, we featured… Read more »
Don’t let a little snow and ice stand in the way of your bus ride. Winter may not officially be here yet, but that doesn’t mean it’s too early to start preparing for your winter bus travel. As you ride the bus this winter, here are a few smart habits to practice for a safer… Read more »
November is Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month. This disease is the sixth leading cause of death in the United States, and more than 180,000 people in Michigan have the disease. In our new partnership with FOX 17, we’re featuring organizations and stories to motivate you to make our community a better place. Last week, we featured The Greater… Read more »
On Tuesday, November 7, a renewal of The Rapid’s operating millage will be on the ballot. We have been operating public transportation service for seven years under the current mill rate of 1.47. We are asking the public to renew the rate for an additional 12 years. A renewal of this millage ensures the continuation of… Read more »
Cold weather and shorter days are here to stay as we welcome November. Fortunately, there is still so much to do throughout Grand Rapids before winter arrives. Comedy, shopping, museum days and delicious food and drink specials will fill up your calendar this month. Avoid the hassle of parking and ride with us to make the… Read more »
It wasn’t exactly divine providence that The Rapid bus service was there to serve the Rev. Mark Przybysz in his time of need. Rather, Przybysz himself was integral to ensuring that the Grand Rapids area’s mass transit system had expanded over the years — and therefore could conveniently get him to wherever he had to… Read more »
Halloween is almost here! Are your little ghosts, ghouls and goblins ready to celebrate? There is no shortage of fun, kid-friendly events to check out throughout Grand Rapids and the suburbs this year. Since riding the bus is an adventure for kids of all ages, we suggest getting on board and riding The Rapid to… Read more »
Michigan’s first bus rapid transit (BRT) line, currently known as the Silver Line, may be in for a name change. As of June 28, 2017, The Rapid Board approved selling the naming rights of the Silver Line as a fiscally responsible opportunity for partnership within the community. Why now for the Silver Line? And what… Read more »
The 2017-2018 Grand Rapids Griffins season just started! For those Grand Rapids Griffins fans looking to save a bit of money, avoid the hassle of parking and travel safely to hockey games, The Rapid can get you where you need to go at no cost. This year, we’re once again offering free rides to Grand… Read more »