Danny Plaugher

@VCU Ram | transportation & infrastructure policy wonk + advocate | With @VHSR + @VATransitAssoc | tweets are my own

[Danny Plaugher @DannyPlaugher]

68 days since the war in Iran started & VA's gas prices are up 53.7% (regular) & 52.7% (diesel) compared to 68 days ago! This war has now cost Virginians over $1 billion in extra fuel costs.

[Virginia Transit Association @VaTransitAssoc]

Finally, for our last breakout session of the 2026 #VTAConference, join us at Breakout Session 9: Working with Federal Installations with speakers from @gohrt_com, OmniRide, @ffxconnector, and @goWATA_VA!

Register today at ➡️ https://t.co/IbuOXGo7rW

[Virginia Transit Association @VaTransitAssoc]

Join our speakers from @GRTCTransit and Jarrett Walker & Associates for Breakout Session 8: Selling Your Transit System: Crafting GRTC's Needs and Vision Plan at our 2026 #VTAConference!

Learn more at ➡️ https://t.co/IbuOXGo7rW

[Patrick De Haan @GasBuddyGuy]

a double spike day I don't believe in my ~20 years I've ever seen this- $4.79, then updated to $4.99. unprecedented. what's even more wild that the market has completely gone insane is that all 3 markets are the SAME- MI/IN/OH

[Blair St. Ledger-Olson @BlairStLedger]

Data centers can pay their taxes & have standards that make them better neighbors for Virginians. They’re the richest corporations on the planet. They can afford to pay their fair share while not polluting our air & water. I urge our budget leaders to hold them accountable 💪

[Virginia Transit Association @VaTransitAssoc]

Happy birthday to our beloved VTA Vice-President, Canek Aguirre! 🎂

[Virginia Transit Association @VaTransitAssoc]

If you haven't applied yet for Class IV of the VA Transit Leadership Institute Program (#VTLI), the deadline is coming up quick! You have until 5pm on this Thursday, April 30th to submit your application. Don't miss out!

To learn more & to apply, visit ➡️ https://t.co/i1H1STN5kO

[Williamsburg Area Transit Authority (WATA) @goWATA_VA]

WATA and CultureFix are proud to announce the second winner of the 2026 Bus Art Contest!

The second winning design was selected from the Amateur category. Winner Jordan Johnson created a piece titled “We The People.”

[Virginia Transit Association @VaTransitAssoc]

Have you registered yet? Tomorrow is our #LunchAndLearn webinar, with speaker Jim Wright from @pulsarad! We'll be talking about how to connect with senior riders using strategic communication strategies, you won't want to miss it! 🚐💙

RSVP today at ➡️ https://t.co/4qmGTpHZbU

[Williamsburg Area Transit Authority (WATA) @goWATA_VA]

WATA and CultureFix are proud to announce the first winner of the 2026 Bus Art Contest!

The first winning design was selected from the Aspiring (Under 18) category. Ryder Argo, a fifth-grade student at Clara Byrd Elementary School, titled his work: The Traveling Spirit of 1776

[Brandon Jarvis @Jaaavis]

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[Virginia Transit Association @VaTransitAssoc]

Join us at our 2026 #VTAConference for Breakout Session 2: A Decade of Investing of Toll Revenues, featuring speakers from @NoVaTransit & OmniRide! This will be our second breakout session option out of three for the first day.

Learn more at ➡️ https://t.co/IbuOXGo7rW

[Virginia DRPT @VirginiaDRPT]

DRPT has released the draft FY2027 to 2032 Six Year Improvement Program. Public feedback is now open, with opportunities to attend meetings, join a virtual hearing, and share your input. #DRPT

Read the full release: https://t.co/ULv3faow86

[Jacob Wasserman @jacob_wass]

There’s not enough talk about how incredible DC’s public transit system is

[Virginia Transit Association @VaTransitAssoc]

Join us and our speakers from @VirginiaDRPT for the 2026 #VTAConference Breakout Session 1: MERIT and TRIP Program Changes! This will be our first breakout session option out of three for the first day.

Learn more at ➡️ https://t.co/IbuOXGo7rW

[Virginia Transit Association @VaTransitAssoc]

We're excited to start sharing our sessions for the 2026 #VTAConference! Join us and speakers from @rideFXBGO, @gohrt_com, @GLTCONLINE, and OmniRide for General Session 1: Navigating Uncertain Terrain: The CEO's Perspective!

Learn more at ➡️ https://t.co/IbuOXGo7rW

[Virginia Transit Association @VaTransitAssoc]

Just another quick reminder that applications for #VTLI Class 4 are due at the end of this month! If you haven't yet submitted your application, we urge you to start now. 💙

Learn more about the program at ➡️ https://t.co/dhuyrncKV4

[Virginians for High Speed Rail (VHSR) @VHSR]

Join @vapassengerrail at their upcoming public meetings to learn more about the Long Bridge Project & ongoing construction activities. VPRA is hosting two meetings for residents, businesses, and stakeholders to receive project updates, ask questions, & stay informed.

[Brandon Jarvis @Jaaavis]

The marijuana substitute from Spanberger would make it a Class 2 felony to transport more than 50 pounds of weed across the state border. That could be life in prison.

[Virginians for High Speed Rail (VHSR) @VHSR]

Missed out on some of those QR codes shared by Mariia Zimmerman (@VirginiaDRPT) from our #TownHall webinar yesterday? Don't worry, we've got you covered! 🚄🫡

Watch the recorded webinar over on our YouTube channel, along with all our previous meetings! https://t.co/e0QzwIQ0e4