Fixed route public transportation for the Flint Hills is now a reality, with a grand opening and ribbon cutting on the Kansas State campus Friday morning. ATA bus director Ann Smith addressed the crowd, gathered at the Bosco Student plaza, saying this endeavor represents about 10 years of hard work. She says they have transported more than 20,000 rides in the last two months and they expect to be transporting a whole lot more now with fixed routes on board.
Several other officials were present for the ceremony, including Riley County Commissioners Dave Lewis and Karen McCulloh, Pottawatomie County Commission Chair Gary Yenzer, and Manhattan Mayor Jim Sherow.
The fixed route service will begin on Monday, with the first week of service offered free of charge. For more information call 537-6346 or visit the website at
