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News Releases

Work at Colley Ave. Crossing to Affect Tide Light Rail March 9-11
https://gohrt.com/2026/03/work-at-colley-ave-crossing-to-affect-tide-light-rail-march-9-11/

NORFOLK, Va. — Planned repair work at the Colley Avenue rail crossing will affect Tide Light Rail service between York Street Freemason Station and EVMC-Fort Norfolk Station beginning at 8 p.m. for three nights, March 9-11.

Hampton Roads Transit Receives Federal Funds to Replace 15 Buses
https://gohrt.com/2026/03/hampton-roads-transit-receives-federal-funds-to-replace-15-buses/

NORFOLK, Va. – Hampton Roads Transit (HRT) has received a $10.6 million federal grant to replace 15 aging buses as part of its ongoing fleet renewal.

Hampton Roads Transit to Host Virginia State Bus and Maintenance “Roadeo”
https://gohrt.com/2026/03/hampton-roads-transit-to-host-virginia-state-bus-and-maintenance-roadeo/

Hampton Roads Transit (HRT) this weekend is hosting the Virginia State Bus and Maintenance “Roadeo,” an annual competition showcasing the skills of bus drivers and mechanics.

Hampton Roads Transit CEO William E. Harrell to Retire
https://gohrt.com/2026/02/hampton-roads-transit-ceo-william-e-harrell-to-retire/

NORFOLK, Va. — William E. Harrell, who has served as President and CEO of Hampton Roads Transit (HRT) since 2012, is retiring effective this summer.

Hampton Roads Transit Invites Public to Learn About its System Optimization Plan
https://gohrt.com/2026/02/hampton-roads-transit-invites-public-to-learn-about-its-system-optimization-plan/

NORFOLK, Va. – Hampton Roads Transit (HRT) is inviting the public to pop-up events and open houses to learn about its draft System Optimization Plan, a comprehensive initiative to better align service with available resources to deliver a more reliable transit network. 

HRT to Expand Paratransit Fleet with New Federal Funding
https://gohrt.com/2026/02/hrt-to-expand-paratransit-fleet-with-new-federal-funding/

Hampton Roads Transit (HRT) has received federal funding to expand its Paratransit fleet in support of the service’s growth and performance improvements.

HRT Completes Installation of Digital Displays at 3 Ferry Shelters
https://gohrt.com/2026/02/hrt-completes-installation-of-digital-displays-at-3-ferry-shelters/

NORFOLK, Va. – Hampton Roads Transit (HRT) has completed the installation of digital displays at three Elizabeth River Ferry docks, providing passengers with information about schedules and service. 

HRT to Suspend Services Early on Saturday, All Day Sunday Due to Winter Storm
https://gohrt.com/2026/01/hrt-to-suspend-services-early-on-saturday-all-day-sunday-due-to-winter-storm-2/

NORFOLK, Va. – Hampton Roads Transit (HRT) will end all services early on Saturday, Jan. 31 due to anticipated winter weather.

HRT to Suspend Services Early on Saturday, All Day Sunday Due to Winter Storm
https://gohrt.com/2026/01/hrt-to-suspend-services-early-on-saturday-all-day-sunday-due-to-winter-storm/

NORFOLK, Va. – Hampton Roads Transit (HRT) will end all services much earlier on Saturday, Jan. 24 due to the impending winter storm.

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