NET Trans Celebrates Connect Ribbon Cutting in Elizabethton

On August 22, 2025, NET Trans proudly hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony at the NET Trans Garage in Elizabethton to celebrate the expansion of Connect, our same-day, affordable, and sustainable transportation service.

The event brought together local leaders, NET Trans staff, and community members to mark this exciting step forward in improving transportation options for Northeast Tennessee. Attendees had the opportunity to see the Connect vehicles up close, learn about the service, and hear from local and state leaders about the importance of accessible mobility in our communities.

Speakers included:

  • Mike Simerly, Mayor Pro-Tem, City of Elizabethton
  • Troy Ebbert, TDOT Planning Division Region 1 Supervisor
  • Jason Cody, Executive Director, First Tennessee Human Resource Agency (FTHRA)
  • Candace Long, Director of NET Trans

Each emphasized how Connect is helping to bridge gaps in transportation and provide residents with reliable, flexible, and environmentally friendly mobility solutions.

This ceremony marked the second Connect hub in Northeast Tennessee. After a successful launch in Greeneville and Tusculum earlier this summer, Connect service is now officially available in Elizabethton, further expanding our reach and impact.

The ribbon cutting was a successful and well-attended event, showcasing the collaboration between local leaders, state partners, and the NET Trans team to make transportation more accessible across our region.

NET Trans is proud to continue building a stronger, more connected future for Northeast Tennessee through services like Connect—and this latest expansion is just the beginning.


NET Trans

  • Website: www.NetTrans.org
  • Social Media: Facebook
  • Phone: 423-461-8223

First TN Human Resource Agency

  • Website: www.fthra.org
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  • Office Address: 704 Rolling Hills Dr., Johnson City, TN 37604
  • Phone: 423-461-8200