“Dump the Pump” day arrives

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By Patrick Holleron

Published June 19, 2025 11:15 am

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) -- Throughout the day, St. Joseph Transit will be offering free rides on all buses as part of the "Dump the Pump" day initiative.

The day is geared towards encouraging drivers to save financial and fuel-based resources by riding the bus

According to data from the American Public Transportation Association (APTA), the prices of new cars have increased by 30% since 2019, while used car prices have risen by 40%.

In 2023, gas prices also saw a spike of 25%, which was largely due to oil supply constraints, China’s economic rebound, and the Ukraine war.

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Patrick Holleron

Patrick Holleron is a multimedia journalist with News-Press NOW. In December 2024, he graduated from the Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication at Arizona State University with a master’s degree in sports journalism.