This City Killed Their Bus System. What Happened Next?

One small town took a gamble on public transit, completely killing its bus system. In its place, Wilson, NC deployed an on-demand van service that works like ride-sharing but for public transit. The surprising result? Ridership tripled. As many rural communities struggle with transportation, could this bold experiment provide a roadmap for the future of small-town transit across America?

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