Jonesboro, AR – (JonesboroRightNow.com) – July 28, 2024 – Jonesboro Economical Transit (JETs Bus Line) is offering free rides on fixed bus routes Saturday, August 3rd, 2024 for back-to-school shoppers. The State of Arkansas traditionally designates the first weekend in August as state sales tax free shopping day on items typically needed for school, such as school supplies and clothing.
“Many parents struggle with transportation. We are happy to provide this small service to help them prepare for their children to return to school. We strive to support our community and neighbors” said JETs Director Lee Wells.
JETs Bus’s regular fixed routes for Saturday August 3 service can be found on our website or by calling our office the JET office at 870.935.5387.
For more information regarding our free service for tax-free Saturday, or any other Jonesboro Economical Transit services, please contact Shelly Anderson, Marketing and Community Outreach Coordinator at sanderson@jonesboro.org or 870-935-5387 Ext 1712. Contact Lee Wells, JET Director at twells@jonesboro.org or 870-935-5387 ext 1722.