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Nietifa Van Suiker @lukewanderer.bsky.social · 11h

Sunrise at the @metrotransitmn.bsky.social Green Line Extension Downtown Hopkins Station #SWLRT #GLE #HopkinsMN #transit

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Metro Transit (Official) @metrotransitmn.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

Congratulations to our Bus Maintenance Roadeo winners! 🏆 Congrats to all competitors and the mechanics who keep our buses rolling. Ready to put your skills to work? Explore careers and apply today: www.metrotransit.org/hiring/mechani…

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Metro Transit (Official) @metrotransitmn.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

Armah F. traded long-haul trucking for Metro Transit, finding purpose in connecting with passengers—and getting home to his family each night. “Go for it. It’s a good job.” Ready for variety and stability? Join us: metrotransit.org/careers

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Metro Transit (Official) @metrotransitmn.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

Our very own Skip Traffic ran in the Twin Cities Marathon Mascot Invitational on Saturday, October 3rd with many of Skip's friends! Huge thank you to twincitiesinmotion.bsky.social for having Skip join in on the fun and for all the families that cheered from the sidelines!

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Metro Transit (Official) @metrotransitmn.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Due to the Twin Cities Marathon, several detours will be in effect on Sunday. Check our Alerts page before you head out and plan extra travel time on affected routes. www.metrotransit.org/alerts

Information about free parking at METRO Blue Line stations and transit options to reach downtown in 30 minutes on Sunday morning.

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Metro Transit (Official) @metrotransitmn.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Thank you to everyone who shared questions and feedback at Franklin Ave. METRO Blue Line station! Metro Transit leaders and MTPD’s Outreach Team listened and discussed ways to improve service. Stay tuned: www.metrotransit.org/transit-chats

Metro Transit leadership in conversation with customers on the METRO Blue Line platform at Franklin Ave. Station.

GM Lesley Kandaras in conversation with a bus operator on the METRO Blue Line platform at Franklin Ave. Station.

Metro Transit leadership with safety staff and a customer smile for a camera. A sign reads, "Transit Chats" Listening Session Today!"

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Metro Transit (Official) @metrotransitmn.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Standing is certainly allowed on buses, as long as you're behind the yellow line up front. Sorry you had to deal with that. If you would be willing to provide more details for our Customer Relations, they will look into this. You can call 612-373-3333 or visit www.metrotransit.org/contact-us/. -JN

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Metro Transit (Official) @metrotransitmn.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

See you tonight, 4:30–5:30 p.m., at Franklin Ave. METRO Blue Line Station! Share feedback and ideas with General Manager Lesley Kandaras and transit leaders. Details: metrotransit.org/transit-chats. Can’t attend? Email comments@metrotransit.org or call 612-373-3333.

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Metro Transit (Official) @metrotransitmn.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Share your feedback with General Manager Lesley Kandaras and other transit leaders at one of our upcoming listening sessions! • Tuesday, Sept. 29 | 5 – 6 p.m - Eastbound Snelling Ave. METRO Green Line Station. • Thursday, Oct. 1 | 4:30 – 5:30 p.m. - Franklin Ave. METRO Blue Line Station - platform

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Metro Transit (Official) @metrotransitmn.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

1:55 PM Blue Line service update: Train are once again serving Mall of America Station after the earlier police activity in the area. Sorry for any inconvenience this may have caused. Thanks for your patience while we work to get trains back on schedule. -JN

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Metro Transit (Official) @metrotransitmn.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

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Metro Transit (Official) @metrotransitmn.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

Blue Line service advisory: Trains are currently not serving Mall of America Station due to police activity. Southbound trains are reversing direction at 30th Ave Station to head back northbound until further notice. -JN

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Metro Transit (Official) @metrotransitmn.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us at the METRO Green Line's Louisiana Avenue Station to share in the excitement about the extended Green Line -- coming June 12, 2027! Learn more about what you'll find along the Green Line corridor on our website: www.metrotransit.org/green-line

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Metro Transit (Official) @metrotransitmn.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

Green Line and Blue Line trains are experiencing delays of up to 30 minutes leaving downtown Minneapolis due to an earlier train-vehicle collision near U.S Bank Stadium Station. Thanks for your patience while we work to get trains back on schedule. -JN

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Metro Transit (Official) @metrotransitmn.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

We are excited to welcome you onboard the extension of the METRO Green Line beginning June 12, 2027! To learn more visit www.metrotransit.org/green-line

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Metro Transit (Official) @metrotransitmn.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Today we wear red for rail safety to show our support for rail safety education. Thank you to Minnesota Operation Lifesaver for leading efforts around #SeeTracksThinkTrains Week! #RedOutForRailSafety

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Metro Transit (Official) @metrotransitmn.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Updated 8:12 AM Text for Safety is now functioning normally again. Thank you for your understanding as the issue was addressed. -JN

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Metro Transit (Official) @metrotransitmn.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Thanks for catching that typo. No, we have not perfected time travel yet. -JN

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Metro Transit (Official) @metrotransitmn.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Text for Safety is unavailable due to technical issues. For immediate police or medical assistance, please call or text 911. Thank you for your patience as service is restored. -JN

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Metro Transit (Official) @metrotransitmn.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

That is correct. The work (and the detour) is scheduled to be done by 6:00 AM on Friday, Sept. 25. Sorry for any confusion. -JN

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Metro Transit (Official) @metrotransitmn.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Join us Sept. 26, 10 a.m.–1 p.m. at Louisiana Avenue Station in St. Louis Park as we announce the 2027 opening day for the METRO Green Line extension and celebrate progress on this new community asset. Details: metrotransit.org/green-line-opening-date

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Metro Transit (Official) @metrotransitmn.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Starting with first trains Fri., Sept. 25, buses will replace Green Line trains between Raymond Ave. and Union Depot for maintenance. Allow extra travel time. Train service resumes Mon., Sept. 28. Route 94 is also available to Snelling Ave. and downtown Minneapolis.

Map of the Metro Green Line showing buses replacing trains from Fairview Ave to Union Depot stations.

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Metro Transit (Official) @metrotransitmn.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

The Metro Transit Police Department is here to keep you safe on our buses and light rail, but safety is a shared responsibility. Stay alert near light rail tracks and crossings and always act like a train is coming when you’re near the tracks. #SeeTracksThinkTrains

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Metro Transit (Official) @metrotransitmn.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

It’s #SeeTracksThinkTrains week. All week long, we’ll be sharing rail safety tips to help #StopTrackTragedies. Stay alert near light rail tracks and crossings. Stay aware, stay away, and stay safe.

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Metro Transit (Official) @metrotransitmn.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Transit Listening Sessions Share your feedback with GM Lesley Kandaras and transit leaders at upcoming listening sessions: 📍 Sept. 29, 5–6 p.m. | Snelling Ave. Green Line 📍 Oct. 1, 4:30–5:30 p.m. | Franklin Ave. Blue Line Can’t attend? Email comments@metrotransit.org or call 612-373-3333.

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Metro Transit (Official) @metrotransitmn.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

📍 Uptown Transit Station: Large-scale portraits by Minneapolis artist Robert Harrison were recently installed on windows and doors as part of Metro Transit’s effort to beautify stations and deter vandalism through public art. The waiting areas remain closed.

Woman in red sweater holding coffee and phone waits at a transit stop with a large painted face mural on the glass door behind her.

Person in white outfit standing on an electric scooter outside a building with large glass doors featuring artistic face murals.

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Chris Steller @chrissteller.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Nice crowd on the Stadium Village @metrotransitmn.bsky.social platform this morning

Solid lineup of mostly iniversity student riders on a light rail platform with a train pulling in

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Metro Transit (Official) @metrotransitmn.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

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Metro Transit (Official) @metrotransitmn.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

12:52 PM Blue Line service update: Regular service is resuming between Fort Snelling and Franklin Ave station. Thanks for your patience while we work to get trains back on schedule today. -JN

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Metro Transit (Official) @metrotransitmn.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

Replacement bus service is being arranged to run between Franklin and Fort Snelling, so you would have to board one of the replacement buses at Lake St and take it Fort Snelling, where you can get back on a train to the airport. -JN

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Metro Transit (Official) @metrotransitmn.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

10:28 AM Blue Line service update: Trains are not running between Fort Snelling and Franklin Ave station until later today due to a train/pedestrian collision at 46th St Station. Replacement bus service is running between the stations. Find boarding locations at www.metrotransit.org/routes-servi....

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Metro Transit (Official) @metrotransitmn.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

Blue Line service advisory: Trains are not serving 46th St Station until later today due to a train/pedestrian collision. We are working on replacement buses until the station reopens. Thanks for your patience while we work to get trains moving through the area again. -JN

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Metro Transit (Official) @metrotransitmn.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Join us tomorrow, Sept. 19, 10 a.m.–3 p.m. at Mall of America® for transit fun! Explore behind the scenes, collect stamps for a free Go-To Card, sit in a bus driver’s seat, meet Skip Traffic, see a K9 officer & more. Ride the METRO or other routes to get there!

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Metro Transit (Official) @metrotransitmn.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

This has been a big summer for our BRT lines, with record-setting monthly ridership on the Gold Line, Orange Line, and E Line. The B Line and D Line also had their second-busiest months ever this summer. Thank you for riding with us!

Passengers boarding a blue and white Metro bus at a city stop on a busy day.

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Metro Transit (Official) @metrotransitmn.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

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Metro Transit (Official) @metrotransitmn.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

We don’t just serve the community, we are a part of it. That’s why we were thrilled to partner with North Minneapolis-based Juxtaposition Arts to bring public art to the North Loop Garage.

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Metro Transit (Official) @metrotransitmn.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

During the pandemic, Aaron J. swapped marketing for driving, seeking stability. A people person, he connects with riders and has earned more commendations than almost any operator this year. He credits his family—and treats every rider like a VIP.

Smiling man wearing a black jacket with an American flag patch stands inside an empty bus with patterned blue seats.

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Metro Transit (Official) @metrotransitmn.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Join us tonight, 6–7 p.m., at Hopkins Center for the Arts! We’re hosting September community meetings to discuss proposed service enhancements and answer questions. More meetings: Sept. 21, 23 & 24. Learn more: metrotransit.org/network-now

Three diverse colleagues discussing plans with smiles, promoting NetworkNOW 2026 transit service improvements.

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Metro Transit (Official) @metrotransitmn.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

As we prepare to extend the METRO Green Line in 2027, emergency responders are training for scenarios like vehicle collisions. Stay safe: obey traffic signals and wait behind crossing gates. Help prevent track tragedies. Learn more at metrotransit.org/safety-security

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Metro Transit (Official) @metrotransitmn.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Heads up, downtown Minneapolis riders! Routes 10, 11, 17, 18 & 25 using Nicollet Mall are detoured via Marquette & 2nd avenues through Sept. 23 for MODE Festival. More detours Sept. 19 for Walk to End Alzheimer’s. Latest info & alerts: www.metrotransit.org/rider-alerts

Urban street scene with a cyclist riding past a 9th Street transit station surrounded by tall office buildings.

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Metro Transit (Official) @metrotransitmn.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Take a FREE Light Rail Art Tour! 🎨 Join us Sept. 17 or 19, 10 a.m.–noon, on the METRO Blue Line from 30th Ave to 38th St. Meet the Artist with Keith Christensen downtown. Free return ride. Limited to 12! Sign up: metropolitancouncil.formstack.com/f…

Group selfie of diverse volunteers and workers wearing safety vests and casual clothes outdoors on a sunny day.

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Metro Transit (Official) @metrotransitmn.bsky.social · 13/09/2026

As we prepare to extend the METRO Green Line, we will be conducting a safety exercise at Shady Oak Station in Hopkins on Monday, Sept. 14. This exercise will bring emergency vehicles and responders to the station, but their presence is for training purposes only.

Construction worker in a safety vest and helmet overseeing a group near a train station platform with a railroad crossing sign in the background.

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Metro Transit (Official) @metrotransitmn.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Gophers, Saints, Twins, and Vikings this weekend! Take Metro Transit to any stadium. Your best bet: Get an All-Day Pass from our app or any METRO ticket machine to ride the rest of the day! Plan your trip at metrotransit.org, call 612-373-3333, or text us at 612-444-1161.

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Metro Transit (Official) @metrotransitmn.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

We want your input on proposed transit service enhancements! Review changes and comment by Oct. 4. Join a September community meeting or share feedback online. Meeting dates: Sept. 16, 21, 23 & 24. Learn more: metrotransit.org/network-now/network-now/

Three diverse people smiling and discussing transit plans at a community meeting for proposed route changes in the Network NOW 2026 Update.

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Metro Transit (Official) @metrotransitmn.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Sorry you had to deal with that. If you can provide some more details for our Customer Relations team, they will look into this further. You can reach them by calling 612-373-3333 or visiting www.metrotransit.org/contact-us/. -JN

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Metro Transit (Official) @metrotransitmn.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Gold Line station construction at I-94 & Snelling continues through 2026, with lane/sidewalk closures. In 2027, Route 94 will be replaced by Gold Line service. Questions: goldline@metrotransit.org or 763-358-0219. Details: www.metrotransit.org/gold-line/gold…

Blue METRO Gold Line bus parked at Rice Park station with passengers nearby on a sunny autumn day.

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Metro Transit (Official) @metrotransitmn.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

We’re installing new fare card readers at several METRO stations and on buses. Though they look different, they work the same: Simply tap your Go-To Card to pay. We’re testing new readers that will allow you to pay with a credit card or mobile wallet in 2027.

Man in blue shirt tapping a card on a transit fare machine next to a colorful tiled wall outdoors.

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Metro Transit (Official) @metrotransitmn.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Heading to a St. Paul Saints game at CHS Field? Plan your trip online or call 612-373-3333. Take the METRO Green Line (Union Depot) or Gold Line, plus routes 3, 54, 63, 64, 67, 74, 94 & B Line. Downtown fares are 50¢. Grab an All-Day Pass for unlimited rides!

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Metro Transit (Official) @metrotransitmn.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

METRO Blue Line’s Franklin Avenue Station Renovation will improve accessibility, amenities, reliability, and community-focused design. Take a short survey through October 2026: arcg.is/1vCK5e5. Construction is expected to begin spring 2027. More at: www.metrotransit.org/franklin

Modernized Franklin Avenue Station with landscaped pathways and new architectural features under a clear blue sky.

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Metro Transit (Official) @metrotransitmn.bsky.social · 06/09/2026

Metro Transit buses and METRO lines will run Sunday/Holiday schedules on Labor Day, Sept. 7. State Fair express service, including Maple Grove, will operate; final buses leave the fair at 10 p.m. Service centers, Transit Information, Customer Relations and Lost & Found will be closed.

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