Rider Stories Archives - Lane Transit District

Tabitha: Rooted in Community

A woman wearing a blue shirt and brown cardigan sits smiling on a city bus, holding a tablet on her lap. Blue seats and a yellow safety pole are visible around her.

Tabitha Eck has deep roots in the McKenzie River valley. She and her husband were both born and raised on …

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Lindsey: Opening Doors to the Community

An adult and two children with backpacks are sitting together on a bus during the daytime; the children are smiling and looking cheerful.

The vibrant arts and culture opportunities of Lane County are one of Lindsey’s favorite things about living here. She values sharing …

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Harlan: “Public Transportation Means Freedom”

A man in a cowboy hat and sunglasses stands beside a blue bus, holding a mobility cane, with trees and houses in the background.

For local singer-songwriter Harlan Rivers, music is a career and a way to connect with people. With a powerful voice and …

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