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Contact: Public Works Department - (573) 874-7250

There’s still time to enter the Columbia Transit photo contest

COLUMBIA, MO (June 15, 2010) - Columbia Transit is accepting entries for its centennial photo contest through next Friday, June 25. There are two categories for photo entries: historic photos and current photos of Columbia Transit.

1. Historical photos of Wabash Station, trains at the Wabash or bus riders - including stunning photos that showcase the Wabash Station when it served as Columbia’s train station from 1910 to 1964, or old photos of Columbia Transit buses and/or riders. Photos may include people using and enjoying the train or city bus facilities. Historical photos may be submitted by individuals who now own the photo, and could include photos from a family collection.

2. Bus station and/or bus riders (2007 to 2010) - photographs showcasing Columbia Transit buses, the Wabash Station or people on the buses. Photos in this category must be submitted by the photographer (18 years or older). Photos must have been taken between 2007 to present.

Prizes will be awarded during the centennial celebration on Friday, July 16, at the Wabash Station. All photos submitted have the possibility of being used in Columbia Transit publications and promotions with photographer acknowledgement. Contest rules and information can be found on the Columbia Transit page of the city’s website at www.GoColumbiaMo.com or by calling Columbia Transit at (573) 874-7282.

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