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Veterans and active-duty military personnel can ride CARTA at no cost Wednesday, Nov. 11, in honor of Veterans Day. Please show your military ID, a service photo, or memento — such as a veteran's cap or similar item — to the driver when boarding the bus.
Image promoting free rides for veterans and active-duty service members on November 11, Veterans Day. Text states, "Veterans and Active Duty Ride Free Nov 11." Features the statue of soldiers raising the American flag at the Marine Corps War Memorial and includes logos for CARTA and TriCounty Link. The American flag is in the background.

ALT Image promoting free rides for veterans and active-duty service members on November 11, Veterans Day. Text states, "Veterans and Active Duty Ride Free Nov 11." Features the statue of soldiers raising the American flag at the Marine Corps War Memorial and includes logos for CARTA and TriCounty Link. The American flag is in the background.

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Reminder: Ride CARTA to the polls at no cost today, Nov. 3. Let the driver know you are headed to your polling location upon boarding. Find the most convenient route to your polling location at rideCARTA.com.
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FINAL SURVEY: Share feedback on revised CARTA Now & Next recommendations at surveymonkey.com/r/NowAndNex… CARTA Now & Next is the plan for short- and long-term improvements to transit service. Learn about CARTA Now & Next: bit.ly/475Wj3S
Image promoting the CARTA Now & Next final survey. Features a computer screen with checklist icons, a CARTA bus, and a call to action to take the survey at SurveyMonkey.com/R/NowAndNext.

ALT Image promoting the CARTA Now & Next final survey. Features a computer screen with checklist icons, a CARTA bus, and a call to action to take the survey at SurveyMonkey.com/R/NowAndNext.

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CARTA officials are closely monitoring the potential inclement weather threat for this weekend. Service changes may occur quickly, and we encourage riders to plan ahead for possible disruptions. Changes to service will be posted on our website at ridecarta.com/service-disrup….

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Ride CARTA to the polls for free on Election Day next month, Nov. 3! Use the trip planner at rideCARTA.com to see which route can get you to your polling location.
A promotional graphic for CARTA. It features a megaphone with text promoting "Free rides to the polls on Election Day, November 3rd, 2026." The background includes repeated "Vote" text on the right.

ALT A promotional graphic for CARTA. It features a megaphone with text promoting "Free rides to the polls on Election Day, November 3rd, 2026." The background includes repeated "Vote" text on the right.

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Check it out, Charleston! We've updated our rideCARTA.com homepage to help riders easily find the resources and information they need. Plan a trip, find maps and schedules, or keep up with announcements and service alerts.
A person is holding a laptop displaying the CARTA website's new homepage design. The screen shows navigation and scheduling option for trip planning, and buttons to primary rider resources. Text below reads, "NEW HOMEPAGE rideCARTA.com.

ALT A person is holding a laptop displaying the CARTA website's new homepage design. The screen shows navigation and scheduling option for trip planning, and buttons to primary rider resources. Text below reads, "NEW HOMEPAGE rideCARTA.com.

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We've set up a new webpage to keep riders updated when service is affected: ridecarta.com/service-disrup…. Bookmark the link or add it to your favorites! Notifications will be posted on this page whenever an alert is active. We hope this helps make your trips smoother.

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SERVICE ALERT: All routes will operate on a Sunday schedule on Labor Day, Monday, Sept. 7. Plan accordingly and check your route's Sunday schedule at ridecarta.com/maps-schedules or in the CARTA-endorsed Transit app. Regular service hours will resume Tuesday, Sept. 8.
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Seniors 55+ can ride free next Friday, August 21, for National Senior Citizen Day. Show your ID when boarding for your fare to be waived. This is a great way to learn the CARTA system and build comfort with riding CARTA at no cost.
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HOLIDAY SERVICE ALERT: Saturday, July 4, all routes will operate on a Sunday schedule, including DASH routes and the Beach Reach Shuttle. Please plan accordingly. Double-check your route's Sunday schedule at ridecarta.com/maps-schedules… or in the Transit app.
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CARTA routes that can get you to the library for Summer Reading: Route 210➡️Main Library Route 20➡️John. L Dart Library Route 10, 12, 103➡️Keith Summey North Charleston Library Route 10, 12➡️Otranto Library Route 12➡️Dorchester Road Library Route 31➡️West Ashley Library
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Tap to Pay is now available for fixed-route trips! - Compatible with Visa & Mastercard contactless-enabled credit cards, debit cards & mobile wallets. - If riding in a group, each person must use their own contactless payment method. - Charges the cost of a single trip fare.
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THREE DAYS LEFT 📢 Proposed changes to routes, schedules and frequencies are on the table for riders to review — make your voice heard. Take the survey by JUNE 8 surveymonkey.com/r/CARTANowN…
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Seniors Ride Free Day — Wednesday, May 27 Seniors age 55 and up ride fare-free on fixed-route services tomorrow. Please show your ID to the driver when boarding the bus to confirm.
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HOLIDAY SERVICE ALERT: All routes will operate on a Sunday schedule for the Memorial Day holiday this coming Monday, May 25 — including the Beach Reach Shuttle. Please plan accordingly and check the Transit app if you are unsure about your route's schedule.
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Changes could be coming to your bus route! We're considering updates like: 🚌 More frequent service ⏰ Changes to hours 🔁 Route adjustments Take the survey: surveymonkey.com/r/CARTANowN… Learn more: bcdcogconnects.com/cartanowa…
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Join from your phone, computer or tablet & share input on draft recommendations for potential service changes. Meeting Link: nelsonnygaard.zoom.us/j/8293… CARTA Now & Next Project Info: bit.ly/3QDWH4F
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VIRTUAL MEETING: Tomorrow, May 4, 6-7PM on Zoom Meeting Link: nelsonnygaard.zoom.us/j/8293… We will review and get your feedback on draft proposals for potential service changes for: ➤ West Ashley & James Island ➤ Mount Pleasant ➤ North Charleston ➤ Downtown Charleston
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Monday, May 4: CARTA Now & Next Virtual Meeting from 6-7 PM via Zoom Meeting link: bit.ly/48CuX6C Review draft proposals for potential service changes, ask questions & provide feedback to the Now & Next project team.
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SERVICE ALERT: Routes 211, 210, 41 and 40 will operate on detours Saturday, May 2, while roads are closed for the Charleston Air Show. If you plan on riding these four routes Saturday, we recommend downloading the CARTA-endorsed Transit app to track bus times and view detours.
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