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Creating any form of visual art — whether it be drawing, painting, or sculpting — are great ways to express your creativity. If you feel burnt out or find yourself overwhelmed from work or school, then we recommend that you immerse yourself in the artistic process since it can have a significant benefit to your […]

Have you been looking for classes that can help you get into the water? If so, we’ve created a list of aquatic programs that the Greater Vallejo Recreation District (GVRD) is offering to the community. GVRD has an olympic sized pool located at 801 Heartwood Ave which is home to many local school swimming and […]

If you’re interested in pursuing a career in STEM or just have a keen curiosity to learn more about how the world works then you may be excited to learn about the science related activities happening around the Bay Area towards the end of this summer. The activities and events that we will be looking […]

Next Stop is a series that focuses on activities, eateries and shopping locations near SolTrans bus stops throughout Solano County and will have semi-weekly installments throughout the summer. In case you missed it, here’s the previous ‘Next Stop’ article featuring Sunvalley Mall. Looking for a quick bite in West Vallejo? Then check out these restaurants […]

Don’t wait for New Years to make resolutions for a fit and healthy life, start now! There should be no more excuses because there are a variety of nearby activities ranging from gyms, skateparks, swimming pools, dance classes, and hiking trails, and to get your heart pumping and your fitness journey started. We can take […]

Last week, we looked at the history of Benicia and used the Yellow Line to explore historical landmarks around town. This week we will look at Vallejo’s history and the opportunities offered by our local routes and the San Francisco Bay Ferry. In 1850, the city of Vallejo was founded by Mexican General Mariano Guadalupe […]

SolFam Stories is a recurring series that will highlight the stories of residents, riders, and SolTrans employees. These articles will serve as an insightful way for you to keep in touch with the community and matters that surround transit. Keep an eye out for the next article! Tell us a little about yourself.  My name […]

Loyalty and rewards programs are something that everyone loves; who doesn’t like sale items, discounts, and sometimes even free stuff? What if I told you that people are getting rewarded with gift cards and other promotions just for using public transportation? It may sound too good to be true, but with the Miles app, it […]

Volunteering is a great way for you to give back to the community. There are a lot of organizations and causes around Solano County that would benefit from your participation, time, and effort. Change in the world around all starts at the local level, so let us take you along and bring you to those […]

Tech In Transit is a series that focuses on breakthrough innovations and technological advancements in the transportation and transit industries. We hope to keep you updated on these matters for the purpose of being aware of future changes that could affect the ways you utilize public transportation. It has become quite clear that artificial intelligence […]