Nothing quite beats summer in Michigan. Now that the warm weather is here to stay (for now), enjoy it by exploring all that the Greater Grand Rapids area has to offer. We reached out to our passengers via The Rapid Facebook page to find out where their favorite place to ride The Rapid was during… Read more »
Explore: Rider Stories
Real Rider – Todd Y. Shares Why He Prefers Riding The Bus to Driving
Are you a Real Rider of The Rapid? If you’re interested in being featured as a part of our series, we’d love to hear from you. Submit your story for consideration by clicking the link on the right side of this blog. “I ride the bus because it’s convenient for me.” Rapid Rider Todd Y…. Read more »
Real Rider – Candice N. Talks About The Sense Of Community On Board The Rapid
Are you a Real Rider of The Rapid? If you’re interested in being featured as a part of our series, we’d love to hear from you. Submit your story for consideration by clicking the link on the right side of this blog. “It’s nice being able to come onto a mini tribe of people. You’re… Read more »
13 Reasons Why Rapid Riders Support Public Transportation
In honor of Stand Up for Transportation Day last week we asked fans of The Rapid Facebook page to chime in on why they support public transportation. Here’s what they said: 1. Katalina C. – “Don’t have a car now and my daughter and I use the bus a lot!” 2. Latrice P. – “I’m… Read more »
Real Rider – Find Out Why Kadie S. Gets On Board
Are you a Real Rider of The Rapid? If you’re interested in being featured as a part of our series, we’d love to hear from you. Submit your story for consideration by clicking the link on the right side of this blog. “Being introduced to The Rapid has helped me tremendously. I ride for the… Read more »
New To Winter Bus Travel? 20 Tips From Fellow Riders
Winter is one of the best times of year to switch up your commute and try using public transportation. Catching the bus instead of driving means avoiding scraping and deicing your car, driving on slick roads, and the general stress of winter travel. For those of you considering getting on board this winter, who better… Read more »
What’s Your Bus Stop Story?
When it comes to mobility choices, everyone has a story behind their choice. And for many Grand Rapidians, the bus is a means to living, working, and playing within the local service area. Disability Advocates of Kent County (DAKC), Tommy Allen Creative and the local transit advocacy team, Friends of Transit have come together to… Read more »
Real Rider – Jon B. Rides To Save
Are you a Real Rider of The Rapid? If you’re interested in being featured as a part of our series, we’d love to hear from you. Submit your story for consideration by clicking the link on the right side of this blog. “I save every month by riding instead of driving. Some months I have… Read more »
Real Rider – Dan K. Uses His Travel Skills
Are you a Real Rider of The Rapid? If you’re interested in being featured as a part of our series, we’d love to hear from you. Submit your story for consideration by clicking the link on the right side of this blog. “Give The Rapid a try! Riding the bus helped me learn how to… Read more »
Real Rider Stories – Luisa Shumacher
Public transportation connects people to their community. It gets Luisa Shumacher to work, business meetings, community events, and the store. And with ongoing improvements, many routes operate more frequently and later at night. “It really is important to me to feel connected to what’s happening in Grand Rapids. The Rapid helps me do that.” Excerpts… Read more »