History Andrews Raid showed importance of railroads December 1, 2004 Todd DeFeo James J. Andrews walked precisely as he made his way to the locomotive. Few, if any, noticed him or the raiders following close behind.
History Railroad History Runs Deep in Henry County, Georgia November 29, 2004 Todd DeFeo On any given day, it’s not uncommon to hear the sound of a passing freight train in McDonough. The railroad roots in Henry County run deep.
Norfolk Southern All roads lead to McDonough November 29, 2004 Todd DeFeo The GP40 locomotive let off a distinctive hissing sound – the air breaks had just been released.
Union Pacific Union Pacific Named a Top Military Friendly Employer November 16, 2004 Railfanning.org News Wire G.I. Jobs magazine has named Union Pacific Railroad one of the nation’s top 25 Military Friendly Employers for 2004.
Union Pacific Toy Trains or Real-Life Locomotives Power-Up for the Holidays November 16, 2004 Railfanning.org News Wire As the holiday season begins to rev up, so do millions of toy train sets circling just as many Christmas trees.
World Hundreds injured in Australian derailment November 16, 2004 Railfanning.org News Wire Upwards of 160 people were injured Tuesday when a high speed train derailed, taking out trees in its path.
Norfolk Southern Five People Killed by Freight Train November 10, 2004 Railfanning.org News Wire Five people were killed Nov. 10 when their car was struck by a Norfolk Southern freight train, various news outlets reported.
CSX Santa Claus Making His Way to Appalachia for 62nd Running of the Santa Special November 10, 2004 Railfanning.org News Wire Santa Claus is delegating his North Pole duties to a team of elves so that he may make his annual railroad trip through Appalachia.
NTSB NTSB Releases ‘Most Wanted’ List November 9, 2004 Railfanning.org News Wire The National Transportation Safety Board on Nov. 9 said the government should be doing more to prevent accidents and enhance safety for the traveling public.
Union Pacific Union Pacific Trains Handling Peak Holiday Shipping From Los Angeles Area Ports November 8, 2004 Railfanning.org News Wire Union Pacific is doing its part to ensure the nation’s peak holiday shipping season meets with Santa’s expectations.