Okaloosa County Transit Honors Veterans
System to Offer Free Bus Rides on November 10
[Fort Walton Beach, Fla.] – Representatives of Okaloosa County Transit (OCT) announced they will be offering free fare on Monday, November 10, in honor of local veterans. The system's fixed routes will be closed for Veteran's Day on Tuesday, November 11.
According to the Department of Veterans Affairs, Okaloosa County is home to over 32,000 veterans. With such a strong veteran presence in the community, OCT's manager Bob Berkstresser emphasizes the importance of celebrating these local heroes.
''We wanted to find a way to not only honor veterans, but also to honor their families,'' said Berkstresser. ''Offering free rides was the least we could do to show our gratitude and appreciation for those who have courageously served our country.''
In addition to offering free rides to the community, OCT is also conducting a social media contest on their Facebook page throughout the month of November. The system is calling for riders to nominate local veterans who deserve to be honored for their dedication and service. In early December, several veterans will be selected to win prizes, along with a grand-prize winner who will receive a one-year pass to ride OCT.
Residents and visitors of Okaloosa County can ride any OCT bus to any destination for free all day on Monday, November 10. For information about routes and schedules, please visit www.RideOCT.org or call Bob Berkstresser at (850) 833-9168.
