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marmar

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Tue Apr 16, 2013, 06:44 PM Apr 2013

Utah Transit Authority’s airport TRAX line open to public


Utah Transit Authority’s airport TRAX line open to public
Riders excited about train’s speed, fares and convenience.

By Marissa Lang
| The Salt Lake Tribune

First Published Apr 13 2013 11:04 am • Last Updated Apr 13 2013 11:28 pm


The train pulled into Arena Station on Saturday with a familiar whir as dozens of riders buzzed on the platform. They held tight to children’s hands and examined tokens handed out by Utah Transit Authority workers.

"The train is coming! The train is coming! The train is here!" a little boy in a conductor’s cap shouted, bouncing on the balls of his feet.

His mother squeezed his hand and smiled. She was excited, too.

This was what they were all waiting for. ...................(more)

The complete piece is at: http://www.sltrib.com/sltrib/news/56152795-78/train-airport-trax-saturday.html.csp




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Utah Transit Authority’s airport TRAX line open to public (Original Post) marmar Apr 2013 OP
I don't know too many people thrilled about the fares. Common Sense Party Apr 2013 #1

Common Sense Party

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1. I don't know too many people thrilled about the fares.
Tue Apr 16, 2013, 06:59 PM
Apr 2013

It's pretty costly, especially if you have a low or fixed income.

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