By Briana Booker

Another sign of dooms day is on the move! The Metro fare increase is in effect! People riding the rail system will now see a off-peak base fare of $1.60 rather than $1.45. As for rush hour commuters, the base fare is at $1.95, as opposed to $1.75!  Two dollars just to ride one way and more if you travel long distance!

And if you are thinking ” I will just take the bus,” …think again! Bus fares went from$1.25 to $1.50 for the SmarTrip card users and $1.35 to $1.70 for cash customers!

In an economy hurting for money, I can not imagine what will become of the Metro system and its customers, only time will tell! Save your pennies and dimes!