VRE is a diverse organization made up of individuals from various backgrounds. This February, we're celebrating our VIPs and honoring Black History Month! We recognize African American culture by highlighting the talented professionals who help keep VRE running. I was honored to speak with two remarkable individuals who bring talent, dedication, and a spirit of unity to our team. By sharing their stories, we celebrate their achievements and the lasting impact of inclusivity and excellence at VRE.

Happy New Year, VRE family! Here’s to another year of choosing the easier, less stressful route to get you there. As we embark on another year of commuting, it’s crucial to reiterate how important it is for us at VRE to ensure a safe ride for everyone. While many are seasoned, veteran VRE riders with years of experience on the tracks, the start of a new year and a clean slate presents an opportune moment to refresh ourselves on some safety guidelines.

As the U.S. prepares for the administration of Donald Trump in January, many transportation providers, including the Virginia Railway Express, are watching for signs of shifts in federal policy and funding priorities. While much of Trump’s transportation agenda remains uncertain, early media reports suggest the administration will diverge from policies established under President Biden.

As the crisp autumn air settles in, there's no better way to embrace the season than with a cozy, seasonal drink. Christian girl fall, anyone? To celebrate October, I embarked on a coffee-tasting journey, exploring locally owned cafes along VRE’s corridors.

Did you miss us last month, VI P's? Not to worry, I'm here to provide all the updates. Let's catch up.

July was a busy month with exciting updates, including the announcement of our Kids Ride Free Program, fare adjustments, and the launch of our new website and mobile app. We appreciate your patience as we embrace change here at VRE-after all, it's the one thing that's constant!

Here we go, July! I hope you’ve all been finding ways to stay cool these past few weeks and are ready to enjoy the rest of the summer, especially with kids riding fare-free on VRE starting this month! It’s always exciting to share these service enhancements with our riders. So, what else has VRE (literally) been cooking? Well...lasagna!

Last month, VRE partnered with Lasagna Love, a global nonprofit that “aims to positively impact communities by connecting neighbors with neighbors through homemade meal delivery.” They have a simple, yet incredibly impactful mission: feed families, spread kindness, and strengthen communities. While many things came from the COVID-19 pandemic, Lasagna Love is a wonderful testament to silver linings and the love that comes from a shared community. It all started with one mom who wanted to help families in her neighborhood that were struggling, which at the beginning of COVID-19, who wasn’t? Whether grappling with financial difficulties, mental health issues, or just that familiar overwhelming feeling – Lasagna Love was founded to spread kindness without judgment in a time of uncertainty, stress, and loneliness. Since 2020, they have been dedicated to this mission, and this June, VRE wanted to spread that kindness alongside them as part of our VRE Cares initiative.

Since America’s first passenger service in 1830, the beginning of the transcontinental railroad construction in 1862, to the first time a locomotive has exceeded 100 MPH, the development of the railroads has been built into what it is today through the efforts of countless innovative inventors. As February unfolds and Black History Month begins, I’m excited to dedicate this month’s blog to recognizing the often-overlooked Black Inventors who have made revolutionary impacts on the railway systems we have in place today.

Since America’s first passenger service in 1830, the beginning of the transcontinental railroad construction in 1862, to the first time a locomotive has exceeded 100 MPH, the development of the railroads has been built into what it is today through the efforts of countless innovative inventors. As February unfolds and Black History Month begins, I’m excited to dedicate this month’s blog to recognizing the often-overlooked Black Inventors who have made revolutionary impacts on the railway systems we have in place today.

Happy New Year, VRE family! Here’s to another year of choosing the easier, less stressful route to get you there. As we embark on another year of commuting, it’s crucial to reiterate how important it is for us at VRE to ensure a safe ride for everyone. While many are seasoned, veteran VRE riders with years of experience on the tracks, the start of a new year and a clean slate presents an opportune moment to refresh ourselves on some safety guidelines.

The enchanting Downtown Holiday Market has made its return for this Christmas season, ushering in the spirit of the holidays for its 19th joyful season! Boasting its delightful outdoor shopping village that hosts more than 70 vendors, with a significant number being black-owned & minority-owned businesses, this market is a celebration of diversity and holiday magic.

Tour de VRE — Anticipation filled the air as I arrived at VRE’s Fredericksburg office for the highly anticipated annual Tour de VRE. Now in its third year and boasting its largest turnout yet, there was much to do before the first riders crossed the finish line.