The Washington State Ridesharing Organization’s Fall Wheel Options challenge will take place from Oct. 12 to Oct. 25 with a chance for one commuter to walk away with $2,500.

Durring the two-week span of the challenge, participants must commute by bus, train, bike, carpool, vanpool or walk to work at least twice.You can also telecommute or not commute on a given day because of compressed work week day off to be eligible. To sign up, log on to www.wheeloptions.org and follow the prompts.

In addition to the $2,500 grand prize, participants can win a weekend getaway to the Great Wolf Lodge and other prizes and gift cards.

New CT fares take effect

Fares for Community Transit service changed on Oct. 1.

Bus fares increased for local and commuter service, although the senior and disabled bus fares are still the same. Fares for Dial-A-Ride Transportation (DART) paratransit service and vanpools also went up.

The fare changes were made to offset higher fuel costs and lower sales tax revenues.

The following is a list of fares:

• Local bus — $1.50 for adults, $1 for children and 50 cents for seniors.

• DART paratransit — $1.50 all ages

• Commuter bus (south) — $3.50 for adults, $2.75 for children and $1.50 for seniors.

• Commuter bus (north/east) — $4.50 for adults, $3.75 for children and $1.75 for seniors.

• Vanpool fares will increase based on trip mileage and size of the vehicle.

North/east commuter routes are those that originate north or east of the Snohomish River and include Routes 421, 422, 424, 425 and 821.

Fall library book sale a success

The Friends of the Mill Creek Library raised $2,101 at the fall book sale on Saturday, Sept. 27.

Proceeds will go towards support of programs and other services at the Mill Creek Library.

Red Cross to honor everyday heroes

The American Red Cross is looking for everyday heroes from Snohomish County — people who’ve performed life-saving CPR, pulled someone from a burning building or put themselves in harm’s way to help others.

Residents are asked to nominate these people so their service might be recognized. Heroes will be honored at the Snohomish County Chapter’s 13th Annual Real Heroes Breakfast on Dec. 9 at Comcast Arena in Everett. The nominee must live or work in Snohomish County. The heroic act must have occurred since Oct. 6, 2007. Nomination forms are available online at www.snohomishcounty.redcross.org.

Join the Sons of Norway bowlers

The Bothell Sons of Norway bowling league is looking for bowlers and cheerleaders.

The league will meet at 8:30 p.m. on Tuesdays at Robin Hood Lanes in Edmonds. The league is open to the public.

There are four members to a team and all teams are co-ed. Join a team or cheer from the sidelines.

Novice bowlers are welcome. To learn more about the league, call Ivan Thompson at 206-546-2962.