Tag Archives: Rider Stories

Resolving to Take Multimodal Transportation in St. Louis, Part Two (Do One Thing a Day)

Posted on January 5, 2012 by Courtney

Does change happen all at once, or little by little, each day? Yesterday, I discussed the first three tips by Margie Warrell in the recent Forbes article “Want to Keep Your Resolutions the Entire Year?” in regards to taking more multimodal … Continue reading →

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An ‘STLLegend’ On Transit, Losing Weight, Finding Love, and Believing in St. Louis

Posted on September 2, 2010 by Courtney

The first thing you notice about Charles Purnell is his smile.  He’s got the sort of warm, unassuming smile that conveys openness, with a hint of wisdom beyond his 26 years.  And talking with Purnell, about his life, his love … Continue reading →

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Public Transit & Freedom: The Falks’ Story

Posted on March 4, 2010 by Courtney

For many, public transit really does mean freedom. What kind of freedom? The freedom to work, the freedom to be social, the freedom to educate yourself, the freedom to live your life. For Stuart and Dianne Falk, who both have … Continue reading →

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No car, no problems.

Posted on June 17, 2009 by Melissa

Big news: gas prices are up again, nearly a dollar from the low in December. But I have a confession to make–this news doesn’t bother me one bit. I don’t have a car, so gas prices just aren’t on my … Continue reading →

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