Free MATA service a ‘wonderful idea’ but not yet possible
Shelby County officials are looking for ways to raise dollars for transit. MATA buses stop at locations throughout the city including the corner of Union Avenue and South B.B. King Boulevard. (Daily Memphian file)
Kansas City, Missouri, could soon be the first major city to offer free bus service. But Memphis isn't there yet.
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Memphis Area Transit Authority MATA Shelby County Mayor Lee Harris Jim Strickland Gary Rosenfeld
Linda A. Moore
Linda A. Moore covers education, South Memphis and Whitehaven. A native of South Memphis, Linda has covered news in Memphis and Shelby County for more than 20 years and was formerly a reporter with The Commercial Appeal.
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