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HRT Launches Interactive Route Map
https://gohrt.com/2025/01/hrt-launches-interactive-route-map/

NORFOLK, Va. – Hampton Roads Transit (HRT) has launched an interactive route map to help customers plan trips and better navigate the transit system.

HRT Supports Local Food Banks with “Drive Out Hunger” Food Drive
https://gohrt.com/2025/01/hrt-supports-local-food-banks-with-drive-out-hunger-food-drive/

NORFOLK and HAMPTON, Va. – Hampton Roads Transit is hosting its second annual Drive Out Hunger Food and Fund Drive on Jan.15 to benefit Virginia Peninsula Foodbank and Foodbank of Southeastern Virginia and the Eastern Shore.  

Hampton Roads Transit Resumes Regular Service on Sunday
https://gohrt.com/2025/01/hampton-roads-transit-resumes-regular-service-on-sunday/

Hampton Roads Transit bus, light rail, ferry, paratransit and OnDemand ridesharing services, along with the Base Express at Naval Station Norfolk, will resume a regular schedule on Sunday, Jan. 12.

HRT Activates Snow Routes for Winter Storm
https://gohrt.com/2025/01/hrt-activates-snow-routes-for-winter-storm/

Hampton Roads Transit will operate reduced service on Saturday, Jan. 11 due to winter weather. HRT will operate on Snow Route schedules with limited, hourly bus service from 10 a.m.- 8 p.m.

HRT to Provide Free Fares Feb. 10 for Transit Equity Day
https://gohrt.com/2025/01/hrt-to-provide-free-fares-feb-10-for-transit-equity-day/

NORFOLK, Va. – Hampton Roads Transit (HRT) once again will provide free fares
on Monday, Feb. 10 to commemorate Transit Equity Day, a National Day of Action commemorating investment in public transit for the benefit of all citizens.

This “Vanuary,” Commute Smarter with Vanpooling
https://gohrt.com/2025/01/this-vanuary-commute-smarter-with-vanpooling/

If your New Year’s resolution includes saving money or making your commute more enjoyable, “Vanuary” is an option for you.

January is the perfect time to rethink your commute, and with vanpooling from goCommute, you can take some of the stress out of driving alone to and from work.

HRT Invites Residents to Learn More About 4 Potential Transit Options in Chesapeake
https://gohrt.com/2025/01/hrt-invites-residents-to-learn-more-about-4-potential-transit-options-in-chesapeake/

CHESAPEAKE, Va. – Hampton Roads Transit (HRT), in collaboration with the City of Chesapeake, is hosting a public meeting and four pop-up events this month to share updates and seek input for Connecting Chesapeake: A Study of High-Capacity Transit.

HRT to Increase Transit Security and Awareness Systemwide
https://gohrt.com/2025/01/hrt-to-increase-transit-security-and-awareness-systemwide/

NORFOLK, Va. – Hampton Roads Transit (HRT) is increasing security and awareness on all transit modes, including The Tide light rail and its 11 stations in Norfolk.

Hampton Roads Transit Announces Upcoming Career Fairs
https://gohrt.com/2025/01/hampton-roads-transit-announces-upcoming-career-fairs/

NORFOLK and HAMPTON, Va. – Looking for a new job for the new year? Hampton Roads Transit (HRT) has scheduled career fairs to learn more about positions that include full-and part-time bus operator trainees and full-time mechanics.

Tide Light Rail Service to Be Suspended for Maintenance Dec. 7 at 5 Stations
https://gohrt.com/2024/12/tide-light-rail-service-to-be-suspended-for-maintenance-dec-7-at-5-stations/

NORFOLK, Va., — Due to planned maintenance, The Tide light rail will not operate on Saturday, Dec. 7, 2024, between Norfolk State University Station and Newtown Road Station.

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