News and Events

On March 18, National Transit Employee Appreciation Day, UCHRA’s Public Transportation leadership took a moment to recognize and celebrate the dedication, hard work, and heart each transit employee brings to our community. Public transportation is more than just a ride—it’s a lifeline. Whether behind the wheel, scheduling trips, maintaining vehicles, or supporting operations in any [...]

Pictured with the recently-redesigned UCHRA Pick Up Upper Cumberland vehicles are, from left: Billy Gilbert, UCHRA Public Transportation Driver; Mark Farley, UCDD-UCHRA Executive Director; Randy Porter, Putnam County Mayor; Laurin Wheaton, Cookeville Mayor; RJ Crawford; Crossville Mayor; Allen Foster, Cumberland County Mayor; Holly Montooth, UCHRA Public Transportation Director; Jacklyn Medley, Mobility Manager; Lloyd Williams, [...]

UCHRA Public Transportation's on-demand service, Pick-Up Upper Cumberland, has announced an updated app name in the Apple App Store and Google Play Store: Pick-Up Upper Cumberland. With the Pick Up Upper Cumberland app, you can schedule rides in seconds, track your trip in real-time, and pay seamlessly—all from your phone. Whether you need a ride [...]

As the new year begins, UCHRA Public Transportation has announced the launch of a new Driver Roundtable aimed at enhancing the department. This platform allows drivers to share experiences, discuss challenges, and propose solutions. The first meeting was successful and the roundtable will be held quarterly with different drivers participating each time to foster growth [...]

UCHRA Public Transportation staff recently attended the 2024 TPTA (Tennessee Public Transportation Association) Annual Conference & Expo in Franklin, Tenn. The conference included general sessions and workshops focused on current issues facing public transportation During the event, staff showed up in full force in support of drivers competing in the annual statewide roadeo competition. Driver [...]

UCHRA Public Transportation's Job Access program has been a great fit for Maria. After moving to Cookeville in March 2022, UCHRA Public Transportation has been able to help Maria navigate the scheduling demands of her job and being a mom. Listen as she shares her story. https://youtu.be/VnaclpPW4T8

Exciting News from the National RTAP (Rural Transit Assistance Program) 2024 Art Contest!We are proud to share our team’s outstanding submissions for this year’s National RTAP Art Contest:Digital Illustration by Mobility Manager, Jacklyn MedleyPainting by Pickett County Driver, Sheryl StephensIllustration by Manager, Al AshburnA special congratulations to Jacklyn Medley, who received an Honorable Mention for [...]