Archive for June, 2009
Celebrating Independents week at the Heard Museum Cafe
Posted on 30. Jun, 2009 by Tony Arranaga.
In celebration of National Independence Week, I’m visiting local businesses I’ve never been to along the Phoenix light rail.
After dealing with all the dramarama involving my car (read about the news here), I needed a place to eat and unwind. The Heard Museum was the perfect choice.
The museum, home to one of the best collections [...]
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The carfree curveball
Posted on 30. Jun, 2009 by Tony Arranaga.
The elevator pitch for my blog goes something like this…
“I report on what’s happening along the METRO light rail in Phoenix and how our new mass transit system helps me experiment with living carfree.”
Recently, I’ve talked about the lease maturing on my car and how I’m facing a difficult decision. Do I continue to make [...]
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Going from carfree experiment to totally carfree
Posted on 23. Jun, 2009 by Tony Arranaga.
I’ve got a huge decision to make in the next few days.
The lease on my car is up and I’m facing a few difficult choices and, honestly, I’m really not sure what to do.
Since last November, I’ve blogged about the Phoenix light rail and how the new mass transit system has helped me to go [...]
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National network of mass transit advocates shine spotlight on Phoenix light rail
Posted on 18. Jun, 2009 by Tony Arranaga.
Check this out! The Phoenix light rail starter line is getting some major attention from a national blog network made up of advocates of mass transit, smart growth and livable streets. Yours truly is a member.
Clarence Eckerson, Jr. did a great job on producing the piece and I want to thank Streetsblog.org for giving [...]
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Hello, blog!
Posted on 16. Jun, 2009 by Tony Arranaga.
Dear faithful readers,
I’m so sorry for neglecting you in recent days. I hate excuses, but there’s a GREAT reason behind my absence. A new and exciting opportunity opened up for me professionally. Not to worry, Light Rail Blogger is not going anywhere.
I wanted to keep you updated with some news and information I’m hearing on [...]
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The devil made me quiver (and think about living carfree)
Posted on 09. Jun, 2009 by Tony Arranaga.
I realized this week how we are truly addicted to cars.
Early Monday morning, I took my car into the dealership to get serviced. The trip to Chandler (about 30 minutes southeast of midtown Phoenix) is something I’ve been putting off for several months since the new Phoenix light rail has enabled me to go carfree [...]
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Phoenix restaurant celebrates light rail success with freebie
Posted on 06. Jun, 2009 by Tony Arranaga.
A popular Phoenix restaurant along the light rail is having a celebration in honor of the Valley’s new mass transit system.
Portland’s Restaurant and Wine Bar is giving away free “juiciest buns in town” t-shirts to guests who order one of their signature burgers on the night of June 16th. The restaurant is also unveiling a [...]
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Neglecting your car could cost you
Posted on 04. Jun, 2009 by Tony Arranaga.
UPDATE: NEW INFORMATION IN THE BATTERY SECTION AND YOUR AUTO NETWORK RADIO SHOW TIMES
My efforts to experiment with living carfree using the new Phoenix light rail could come with a hefty price tag.
An automotive consumer advocate says whether you’re going carfree or you have extended vacation plans, there are a few simple things to do [...]
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Light rail train and city bus collide in Phoenix
Posted on 04. Jun, 2009 by Tony Arranaga.
Oops.
A light rail train and city bus collided this morning in downtown Phoenix.
Both train and bus were headed southbound on 1st Avenue near Washington Street around 6:30 a.m. when the driver of the bus went to make a right turn and hit the oncoming train, according to this video report on KTVK’s website and this [...]
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A big warning for Phoenix light rail passengers
Posted on 02. Jun, 2009 by Tony Arranaga.
New signage along the Phoenix light rail warns passengers to enter the platforms at pedestrian cross walks and not over the tracks.
