Community
Transit services can get you there
HEARTLAND EXPRESS
The Heartland Express is Hubbard County’s public transit system. All ages can ride and all Hubbard County residents have access. The Heartland Express provides service to the city of Park Rapids as well as a two-mile radius outside the city. A 16-passenger, wheelchair accessible bus is used to transport. Rides from Park Rapids, Nevis, Lake Alice and Lake George to Bemidji are provided the second and fourth Wednesday of each month, excluding holidays. Call dispatch at 732-3500 to schedule a ride. At least a twohour notice is needed for initial pick up. Fares are $6 roundtrip. If you have other transportation needs or more questions on how to access public transportation services, call 218-732-9328 or visit www. hubbardcountyheartlandexpress.com/services.
PRIVATE PROVIDERS
► People’s Express at 800-450-0123 offers non-emergency medical transportation from 5 a.m. to 6 p.m. on weekdays, and by appointment on weekends. ► Medi-van, offering non-emergency medical transportation 24 hours a day, seven days a week, may be reached at 800-422-0976.
DMV LICENSE CENTER
The Minnesota Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) License Center is located at 322 Main Ave. S. in Park Rapids. The center provides services including vehicle registration and renewals. Standard or enhanced driver’s licenses and passports may be obtained or renewed at the Hubbard County License Center, located at 301 Court Ave., Park Rapids. Call 218-732-3426 for more information.
PARK RAPIDS AIRPORT
The Park Rapids Municipal Airport is located on the southwest edge of the city along Highway 71 south. The facility includes two paved runways, a 5,500-foot runway plus a second 3,500-foot landing strip. The airport is staffed daily and features 24-hour automated 100 LL and full-service Jet A fuel. Tie-downs and short- or long-term hangar storage are available. The airport’s full-service maintenance shop offers annual, 100-hour and pre-buy inspections, engine overhauls, prop balancing, parts sales, aircraft painting, oil changes, free estimates, aircraft brokerage and sales.
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