NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WKRN) — As many across the state ring in the New Year, several agencies across Middle Tennessee are offering ways to help you get home safely.
In case you find yourself without a designated driver Tuesday night, here are a few ways to get home responsibly:
Statewide
Once again, AAA is offering “Tow to Go” through Jan. 2. You do not have to be a member of AAA to utilize the free service. All you have todo is call (855) 286-9246 to get a confidential ride. The ride is only good for one person and one vehicle and you cannot schedule an appointment in advance; your destination must be within a 10-mile radius of where you’ve been picked up.
AAA said that in some situations, the agency may need to make other arrangements to get an impaired driver home. Additionally, the service may not work in rural areas.
Transit
After 6 p.m., WeGo will offer free rides on Public Transit bus routes and Access service. You can find all information about available routes and times at their website or through their app. If you’re going to Nashville’s Big Bash, there will be shuttle services between the event and downtown Nashville.
County Sheriff’s Offices
The Benton County Sheriff’s Office will conduct Operation Sober Ride between 10 p.m. Tuesday night and 5 a.m. Wednesday morning. If you’re at a location in Benton County and going to another location within Benton County, like a residence or a hotel, you can can call and get help from an available deputy.
The Warren County Sheriff’s Office is putting on the “Safe Ride Home Program,” which will offer free rides to anyone who contacts the office to a destination within Warren County — no questions asked. You can call the jail at (931) 473-7863, give your name and current location, and ask for a ride to any home within Warren County.
In White House, the police chief has offered to provide sober rides at any time this evening and said he would not accept tips or gas money. You can call or text (615) 522-3114.
