Nationwide trend of bus driver shortages not seen locally

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Nationwide trend of bus driver shortages not seen locally

Across the country, school districts have been experiencing a shortage of bus drivers, with low pay, retirements and lingering effects from the COVID-19 pandemic cited as factors.

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A town-sponsored roundtable discussion to consider the future of public transportation in Oguni Town was held on the 21st at the Miyahara Community Center in the town, where participants discussed the current situation and issues of shared taxis and the community bus "Niji Bus." Twenty people participated, including representatives from three local taxi companies, town council members, and town officials.