June 20, 2023

Jackson School of the Arts, Community Choice Credit Union and JATA Collaborate for the Kids

FREE "Hot Tickets" have been provided to participating area agencies to distribute to Jackson residents whose health would be at risk during a heat emergency (90° or higher). The tickets can only be used to get to participating cooling centers. “For groceries, yes, because it helps my independence. Sometimes when someone needs something, I’ll get them something too, but for me it’s just awesome,” Fisher said.
June 6, 2023

Government & Community Relations Manager, Pat O’Dowd on JTV’s The Morning Show

       
June 2, 2023

Free Bus Rides for Residents Looking to Beat the Heat

FREE "Hot Tickets" have been provided to participating area agencies to distribute to Jackson residents whose health would be at risk during a heat emergency (90° or higher). The tickets can only be used to get to participating cooling centers. “For groceries, yes, because it helps my independence. Sometimes when someone needs something, I’ll get them something too, but for me it’s just awesome,” Fisher said.
May 24, 2023

Rider Appreciation Week Ribbon Cutting (video)

The Jackson County Chamber of Commerce helped us kick off Rider Appreciation Week with a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony.
May 11, 2023

Need a ride? JATA program provides free transport to grocery stores

The city has plans to bring a grocery store to Jackson’s south side, but for now, Fisher says JATA’s Shop and Ride has been a lifesaver. “For groceries, yes, because it helps my independence. Sometimes when someone needs something, I’ll get them something too, but for me it’s just awesome,” Fisher said.
May 9, 2023

Mike & Pat on JTV’s The Morning Show

Courtesy of JTV, 2023
May 8, 2023

JATA helps Jackson residents combat food deserts with free transportation

JACKSON, Mich. (WILX) – Residents in the Southside of Jackson struggle to get their groceries – that part of the city is known as a food […]
May 4, 2023

Shop & Ride Program Aims to Bridge the Gap for Jackson Residents

Access to fresh, healthy food is essential for maintaining a balanced diet and promoting overall well-being. However, many individuals in Jackson face a significant challenge known […]
April 24, 2023

JATA’s Rider Appreciation Week Returns After 3 Year COVID Break

The Jackson Area Transportation Authority is excited to announce the return of our annual Rider Appreciation Week, May 15th-May 19th, celebrated in correlation with National Transportation […]