"The Closure of Greyhound Bus Stations: What's Behind the Shutdown?"

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"The Closure of Greyhound Bus Stations: What's Behind the Shutdown?"
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Greyhound bus stations, once a significant part of American transportation, are being shut down and sold off for redevelopment, with the Richmond, Va., station set to be replaced by apartment towers and retail space. The decline in bus travel and lack of government support have contributed to the closures, impacting low-income passengers who rely on these stations. While newer bus companies like Megabus operate without dedicated stations, the removal of Greyhound stations affects passengers' access to connections, particularly in remote and rural areas.

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