Entries by Devon Thompson

Updated BRITE Operations Amid COVID-19 Crisis

The COVID-19 situation continues to evolve. As an essential service, BRITE is operating with some modifications to protect operators and riders, and to keep transit free and accessible. The Commonwealth Transportation Board (CTB) authorized statewide public transportation operating funding for all Virginia public transportation agencies to support their pandemic response. BRITE received over $40,000. This […]

BRITE is Fare-Free Until Further Notice

In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, BRITE Bus continues to offer free rides on ALL routes (fixed routes and BRITE Access) until further notice. Up-to-date information regarding any service or operational changes due to COVID-19 will be posted on www.britebus.org and social media pages (Facebook and Twitter). During this time of uncertainty, BRITE Bus is […]

Busses are Running!

BRITE is continuing operations so that essential community personnel can get to work and so that residents who must travel within the community for other necessary reasons may do so. Please be cautious and use social distancing, even if you are not currently an at-risk individual. We must ensure the safety of our riders, as […]

COVID-19 Precautions

BRITE is coordinating with Federal and State agencies to ensure the health and safety of our riders and employees. BRITE is closely monitoring news about the COVID-19 virus. BRITE has augmented our daily bus cleaning practices with additional disinfection regimens, focusing on high-traffic areas like handrails, seats, fare boxes, and windows. Drivers also have extra […]

Service Changes to the BRITE Bus 250 Connector Route

Beginning Monday, August 5, 2019, BRITE Bus will implement service changes to the 250 Connector route. This route connects Staunton and Waynesboro, serving major destinations including Augusta Health, Wilson Workforce & Rehabilitation Center, Staunton and Waynesboro Walmart stores, Augusta County Library, and Waynesboro Town Center. Changes will include: The 250 Connector will access the Staunton […]

BRCC North & South Shuttles – Extended Friday Service Hours

BRITE Bus is expanding operating hours on Friday evenings to improve transit service for riders of the Blue Ridge Community College (BRCC) North & South Shuttles. Effective Friday, August 23rd and going forward, the BRCC Shuttles hours of operation will be extended as follows: BRCC North – Friday hours will be extended to 6:50 am […]