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March 29, 2013
ARTists for PAL Bus Design Contest

Arlington Transit is holding a bus design contest for middle and high school students in Arlington County. Teens are asked to design the outside of an ART bus using the theme "Share Our Streets -- Be a PAL", Arlington's bike, walk and driving safety initiative. The winning design will be used to wrap one ART bus that will travel throughout Arlington County. Learn more at commuterpage.com/ARTforPAL

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March 20, 2013
Feedback on Proposed ART 53 Changes

Arlington Transit appreciates all of the feedback customers provided on a recent survey about possible rerouting options for the ART 53 route. It has been decided to keep the route as is with a peak period extension to Westover.

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February 15, 2013
New Art on the ART Bus Exhibit Features a Hand Drawn Bazaar

Elizabeth Graeber's Art on the ART Bus exhibit features drawings and paintings inspired by visits to flea markets, farmers markets and fairs in the DC-area and beyond.

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January 11, 2013
ART's Inauguration Day Schedule

 ART will run a special Inauguration Day schedule on Monday, January 21.

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January 3, 2013
ART 42 Schedule Changes Effective January 7

Changes will be made to the ART 42 schedule to help improve on-time performance. Changes will go into effect on Monday, January 7.

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December 5, 2012
Transit Service During Severe Weather Conditions

It's officially winter! In case of a snow storm or other weather related event, make sure you're familiar with Arlington Transit's and Metro's severe weather policies and know how to get service info for both systems.

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November 20, 2012
ART's Adopt-a-Stop Program Expands to All Routes

Arlington Transit's Adopt-a-Stop program has been expanded to include bus stops along all 13 ART bus routes.

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November 6, 2012
New Art on the ART Bus Exhibit Features Nature

The latest Art on the ART Bus exhibit features artwork from local artist Jeffrey Smith and showcases nature that is indigenous to Arlington County.

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September 14, 2012
ART 42 & 77 Bus Stops on N. Garfield St. Relocated

Starting on Monday, September 17, the north and southbound ART 42 and 77 bus stops on N. Garfield St. & 11th St will be relocated to Highland St. & 11th St.

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September 13, 2012
ART 53, 74 and 84 Changes Effective October 1

Schedule and route changes will go into effect on Monday, October 1, for ART 53, 74 and 84.

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September 5, 2012
ART Debuting New CNG Electric Hybrid Buses

* The ART Bus event for the new buses has been postponed. We apologize for the inconvenience.*

Save the Date! On Wednesday, September 19, Arlington Transit will be debuting three new CNG electric hybrid buses. Join us at 9:30 am at Courthouse Plaza to see the new buses and learn more about them.

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August 16, 2012
Go Car Free for a Day!

World Car Free Day is on Saturday, September 22. Try going car free for the day and use transit, walk or bike to get to where you need to go.

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July 6, 2012
Staying Cool in the Summer Heat

Stay cool during the hot days of summer by following these tips.

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July 3, 2012
Input Sought on Possible ART 53 Changes

Arlington Transit is considering possible service and route changes for ART 53 and would like community feedback on three possible route options.

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June 27, 2012
Transfer Fee for ART to Metrobus will Change on July 1

Starting July 1, the transfer fee from an ART bus to a Metrobus will be 10 cents for adults and 5 cents for senior citizens and people with disabilities.

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June 21, 2012
New Digital Transit Information Signs at Courthouse Plaza!

Two new digital signs in the lobby of Courthouse Plaza – one outside of Plaza Library and the other near the elevators – display real time transit information that applies specifically to each sign's location.

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June 11, 2012
Metrobus 9E & 10E Adding Express Service to Rosslyn

Starting on June 18, the Metrobus 9E and 10E routes will be adding express service from Crystal City to Rosslyn during rush hours.

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June 11, 2012
Metrobue 9E and 10E Adding Express Trips to Rosslyn

Starting on June 18, the Metrobus 9E and 10E routes will be adding express service from Crystal City to Rosslyn during rush hours.

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June 5, 2012
We Want to Hear from YOU about ART 53

Arlington Transit will be holding a public meeting on Monday, June 11, to discuss potential route and schedule changes for ART 53.

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June 4, 2012
ART 45 and 61 Schedule Changes Effective July 2

Effective Monday, July 2, 2012, minor time changes will be made to the ART 45 and 61 schedules.

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May 16, 2012
Adopt an ART Bus Stop!

Adopt an ART bus stop and help keep Arlington a beautiful and clean place to live, work and visit. Adopters agree to adopt a bus stop for one year and keep it clean. In return, a sign will be posted at the stop recognizing the person(s) who adopted the stop.

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May 7, 2012
ART 53 Detour on May 8 and 9

Due to a sewer line project, eastbound ART 53 will not use Old Glebe Road from 9 am - 3:30 pm.

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May 3, 2012
New Art on the ART Bus Exhibit

A new Art on the ART Bus exhibit was recently installed. Artisit Jenny Sidhu Mullins created some colorful and fun images.

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April 30, 2012
Bus Stop Improvements

Several bus stops in Arlington are getting makeovers.

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April 18, 2012
New Buses Join the ART Fleet

Six new buses were added to the ART fleet, completing the conversion to an entirely low-floor fleet. The new buses will run on the ART 61 and 62 routes.

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April 17, 2012
Bus Stop Changes at Rosslyn Metro

Starting April 23, the ART 45, 61A and 61B bus stop in front of the Rosslyn Metro station will be relocated from Bus Bay F to Bus Bay S.

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April 12, 2012
ART Bus Changes Effective April 16

Schedule and slight route changes will go into effect for the ART 42, 52, 75 and 77 routes on Monday, April 16.

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April 2, 2012
Extended Hours for Shirlington Commuter Store

The Shirlington Commuter Store (located in the Shirlington Bus Station) has extended its hours to 7 am - 7 pm.

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March 26, 2012
A Car Free Night Out

Check out this short video about a group of teens who realize they don't need a car to get around. See if you can spot the ART bus in this video!

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March 21, 2012
Service Changes for ART 42, 52, 75 and 77 Effective April 16

Several schedule and some slight route changes for the ART 42, 52, 75 and 77 routes will go into effect on April 16, 2012.

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Comments(9)
March 20, 2012
New Bus Stop Flags

Select ART bus stops are getting new bus stop flags. See what the new flags look like!

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March 1, 2012
2011 Operator of the Year Named

Congratulations to bus operator Katherine Cordiero for being named 2011 Operator of the Year for Arlington Transit!

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February 17, 2012
ART Bus Detours Feb. 21 for Clarendon Mardi Gras Parade

On Tuesday, February 21, there will be several  ART bus detours in Clarendon in the evening for the annual Mardi Gras parade.

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January 4, 2012
Be a PAL and Practice Safety

As more people go on Arlington's Car-Free Diet, there are more walkers, cyclists and transit users sharing the street with drivers. Whether you're on two feet, two wheels or four wheels, it's important for everyone to respect each other's rights and space.

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December 29, 2011
ART 62 Route and Schedule Changes

Reminder that route and schedule changes for ART 62 will go into effect January 3, 2012.

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December 22, 2011
Look for the Snowflake!

Arlington Transit has put blue snowflake decals on bus stops that will be in service during severe weather conditions.

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December 20, 2011
ART Canned Food Drive a Success!

The ART Bus canned food drive was a success! A total of 376 items were collected  from riders who put their donations in boxes that were aboard the ART buses and at Commuter Stores.

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December 15, 2011
Winter Weather Service

Be prepared for winter! Learn more about ART's Severe Weather Policy and how to receive the most up-to-date information about ART service.

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December 13, 2011
Transit Near Me

Transit Near Me is a new web application that provides an overview of all the transit options near your location and where they go.

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December 5, 2011
ART 62 Changes

Route and schedule changes will go into effect for ART 62 on Tuesday, January 3. ART 62 will be rerouted down Kirkwood Rd. and travel through Clarendon. It will no longer travel along Lee Highway to N. Veitch St.

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November 29, 2011
Keep Donating Canned Goods!

Since the canned food drive on the ART buses and at the Commuter Stores began on November 14, we have received 100 canned and 60 boxed food items! The canned food drive will continue until December 16.

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November 9, 2011
New Art on the ART Bus

The new Art on the ART Bus exhibit is up and traveling around Arlington. Artist Victor Ekpuk created the bus cards using contemporary and familiar symbols to express the humorous side of our social and personal issues that riders might recognize.

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November 7, 2011
Canned Food Drive on ART

Arlington Transit will be holding a canned food drive November 14 - December 16. Donations can be made on board all ART buses and at Commuter Stores. All donations will go to the Arlington Food Assistance Center (AFAC) and be distributed to Arlington residents.

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November 3, 2011
Help Name Bus Stations in Crystal City

Take a short survey to help pick names for the eight station stops that will be part of the Crystal City Potomac Yard bus transitway.

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October 17, 2011
Meeting to Discuss Changes to ART 62

Arlington Transit seeks your input on potential route adjustments to ART 62. A meeting will be held on November 1 to discuss the proposed schedule and route changes.

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Comments(4)
October 12, 2011
Never Hurts to Have a Back-Up Plan

It never hurts to have an alternate way to get to work or home in case there's an emergency or part of your commute route is blocked.

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October 5, 2011
Metro Wants to Hear From YOU!

Metro will be holding a series of public meetings on October 11, 12 and 13 about possible bus service changes to improve reliability, performance and make available more seats where demand is growing.

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September 15, 2011
Metrobus 3Y Changes Effective September 26

Metrobus route 3Y will be extended further down Lee Highway and frequency will increase during peak hours.

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September 7, 2011
Try Transit Week

During Try Transit Week, September 19-23, Virginians are challenged to try one of the variety of transit options available such as bus, rail, carpools, vanpools or telework.

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August 31, 2011
ART 87 Riders -- We Need Your Input!

We're updating the ART 87 brochure and want to know which schedule format you think is easiest to read and use.

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March 29, 2013
ARTists for PAL Bus Design Contest

Arlington Transit is holding a bus design contest for middle and high school students in Arlington County. Teens are asked to design the outside of an ART bus using the theme "Share Our Streets -- Be a PAL", Arlington's bike, walk and driving safety initiative. The winning design will be used to wrap one ART bus that will travel throughout Arlington County. Learn more at commuterpage.com/ARTforPAL

Read More
March 20, 2013
Feedback on Proposed ART 53 Changes

Arlington Transit appreciates all of the feedback customers provided on a recent survey about possible rerouting options for the ART 53 route. It has been decided to keep the route as is with a peak period extension to Westover.

Read More
February 15, 2013
New Art on the ART Bus Exhibit Features a Hand Drawn Bazaar

Elizabeth Graeber's Art on the ART Bus exhibit features drawings and paintings inspired by visits to flea markets, farmers markets and fairs in the DC-area and beyond.

Read More
January 11, 2013
ART's Inauguration Day Schedule

 ART will run a special Inauguration Day schedule on Monday, January 21.

Read More
January 3, 2013
ART 42 Schedule Changes Effective January 7

Changes will be made to the ART 42 schedule to help improve on-time performance. Changes will go into effect on Monday, January 7.

Read More
December 5, 2012
Transit Service During Severe Weather Conditions

It's officially winter! In case of a snow storm or other weather related event, make sure you're familiar with Arlington Transit's and Metro's severe weather policies and know how to get service info for both systems.

Read More
November 20, 2012
ART's Adopt-a-Stop Program Expands to All Routes

Arlington Transit's Adopt-a-Stop program has been expanded to include bus stops along all 13 ART bus routes.

Read More
November 6, 2012
New Art on the ART Bus Exhibit Features Nature

The latest Art on the ART Bus exhibit features artwork from local artist Jeffrey Smith and showcases nature that is indigenous to Arlington County.

Read More
September 14, 2012
ART 42 & 77 Bus Stops on N. Garfield St. Relocated

Starting on Monday, September 17, the north and southbound ART 42 and 77 bus stops on N. Garfield St. & 11th St will be relocated to Highland St. & 11th St.

Read More
September 13, 2012
ART 53, 74 and 84 Changes Effective October 1

Schedule and route changes will go into effect on Monday, October 1, for ART 53, 74 and 84.

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