Transit week a 'success'

The first-ever week celebrating Nebraska Transit Week in Kimball County was a success, said shuttle coordinator Erika Loy.

The shuttle hosted various activities throughout the week to promote the transit system. More than 50 children participated in a coloring contest. The winners were Akeila Thomas, 2, Emma Novtony, 7, and Hannah Schildhauer, 9.

Eight of the 15 free tickets were found around town Monday, which was scavenger hunt day. Those who won the 10-punch tickets from the drawing were Margaret Rutherford and Janet Mulvihill.

Veterans were able to ride the bus free on Tuesday, and eight people participated in the spot the bus contest held Wednesday. The two winners of the spot the bus contest were Teressa Lockwood and Virgil Johnson. They each won a "goodie basket" filled with items from local businesses.

Four people participated in buddy day on Thursday, where a buddy could ride free.

Friday was stuff the bus day, where 12 people brought enough food to fill two extra large boxes full of canned goods and other items to be donated to the Kimball Food Pantry.

"I think it went well for our first time," Loy said.

Anyone who wants to ride the shuttle should call 235-5333 to schedule a pickup. The cost is $1 for a round trip in Kimball, $1.50 to Dix and $2 to Bushnell.