Congratulations to Gail Fanning, the winner of the METRO light rail jingle contest.
    North Central News readers had a chance to write a jingle in commemoration of the light rail opening. The jingle was to be written to the tune of “Jingle Bells.”
    Fanning received four limited edition Preview Passes, designed by Tempe-based, internationally renowned artist Todd McFarlane (Spawn, Spider-man).
    McFarlane’s design served as the “golden ticket” to Fanning and three guests to get on one of the preview rides, which took place on Dec. 26. The light rail opened to the public on Dec. 27.

Here is Fanning’s winning jingle:

“While sitting in my car, in a traffic jam
I sat and hummed this tune
Wishing we had a tram.

Now Light Rail has arrived
The Valley is alive
Instead of driving in your car
Enjoy the light rail ride.

Light Rail’s here
Give a cheer
METRO’S going green
Come along Phoenicians
Ride in our new machine

You will find
It’s divine
Not driving in your car
Read the paper or a book
Or just look out afar.”