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‘It’s kind of rough:’ Riders call for cleaner MARTA bus stops
Summary by The Atlanta Editorial Desk Tom Regan , as published by WSB-TV (ABC) - News
· August 25, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points Further information about the situation and the actions being taken can be found through the WSB-TV News app or Channel 2 Action News. Riders have reported waiting in areas surrounded by garbage, making their experience even more unpleasant.
Concerns about trash and health risks have prompted an effort to improve conditions at certain bus stops. Riders have reported waiting in areas surrounded by garbage, making their experience even more unpleasant. The situation is particularly difficult during hot weather.
Some bus stops had not been cleaned for weeks, leaving behind a mess of discarded items. Riders have expressed dissatisfaction with the current state of the bus stops.
Further information about the situation and the actions being taken can be found through the WSB-TV News app or Channel 2 Action News.
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Category: safety Published: August 25, 2026 Source: WSB-TV (ABC) - News Reading time: 1 min
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