CitrusConnection

06/19/2026

Today, Citrus Connection joins communities across the country in recognizing Juneteenth. It's a day that honors freedom, resilience, history, and progress. 🧡

As we reflect on the significance of this day, we also celebrate the strength and diversity of the communities we serve throughout Polk County.

06/18/2026

To celebrate Citrus Connection’s birthday, we asked some of our employees to share their biggest accomplishment while working here. We couldn’t do any of this without the amazing team at Citrus Connection! 💚🚌🧡

06/15/2026

For 46 years, Citrus Connection has helped keep Polk County moving! 🚌 🧡

From daily commutes and school rides to community events and everything in between, we’re proud to have served our community since 1979.

Thank you to our riders, employees, and community partners for being part of the journey. Here’s to 46 years of connection, progress, and moving forward together!

06/11/2026

June is National Safety Month, and at Citrus Connection, safety starts before the bus even arrives! 🚌 🍊

A few simple habits can help keep everyone safer at bus stops and along our roadways:

• Stand back from the curb
• Stay alert and avoid distractions
• Have your bus pass ready
• Wait for the driver’s signal before crossing

Whether you ride every day or every once in a while, we appreciate you helping us keep our community moving safely. 🧡

06/09/2026

It’s more than just a ride! 🧡

Every day, Citrus Connection drivers help passengers safely get where they need to go, offering assistance, kindness, and a helping hand along the way.

We’re proud to serve our community and support riders of all abilities with safe, accessible transportation throughout Polk County.

06/05/2026

The sounds of public transit just hit different🚌💚🧡

06/04/2026

This is your sign to switch to SMARTCARD! 🍊🚌

It makes paying easy, reload it, tap to ride, done. Register your card the first time and get a $3 Day Pass. Learn more at https://ridecitrus.com/how-to-ride/smartcard/.

06/02/2026

Summer plans, but make it easy (and FREE). ☀️🚌

Summer of Safety, sponsored by New Beginnings, gives Polk County youth ages 12–18 FREE summer rides on Citrus Connection for friends, food, and fun.

Just show your high school ID or Summer of Safety card to ride.

Learn more at https://ridecitrus.com/summer-of-safety

The Summer of Safety program was developed to offer students a means of transportation during the summer months while school is out of session. Students can utilize this service to get out and visit family and friends, engage in recreational activities, grab a bite to eat or even take on a part-time...

06/01/2026

Hurricane season officially begins June 1, and now is the time to prepare before severe weather arrives! ⛈️

✔️ Build or refresh your emergency kit
✔️ Charge important devices
✔️ Review your family emergency plan
✔️ Stay informed with local weather and transit updates

Throughout hurricane season, Citrus Connection will continue sharing important service alerts and community updates to help keep Polk County informed and connected.

Stay prepared. Stay safe.

05/29/2026

New ride, same great service! ⚡️🛺

The new GEM carts are all electric and equipped with A/C to keep you cool while exploring downtown Lakeland. Hop on The Squeeze and take a ride today! 😎 🧡