Fight High Price of Gas by Riding the Bus

According to the AAA, gas prices have reached an average of $3.86 per gallon for self-serve, regular-grade gasoline. Six states now have gasoline prices above $4 a gallon.

Drivers in Southwest Virginia should consider riding the bus to fight the high price of gas.

Through Four County Transit, public transportation is available to residents in the counties of Buchanan, Dickenson, Russell and Tazewell.

Depending on the route, fares range from 25¢ per boarding to $1.00 per boarding.

Riders may request a complete schedule by calling Four County Transit at 1-276-963-1486 or 1-888-656-2272. Schedules are also available at www.fourcountytransit.org.

Four County Transit is a fully coordinated public transit system which has served the residents of Buchanan, Dickenson, Russell and Tazewell counties since 1998. Operated by AASC, Four County Transit enables greater mobility for the residents of the four counties. For more information, please contact 276-964-7180 (toll-free 1-888-656-2272) or visit www.fourcountytransit.org.