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Photos: CSX GE AC4400CW on Display at Georgia Museum

July 28, 2015 Todd DeFeo

A love of trains was on full display earlier this month at the Southern Museum of Civil War & Locomotive History.

Member Robert Sumwalt on the scene of the Amtrak Train #188 Derailment in Philadelphia.

Report Shows Ridership Impact of May 12 Amtrak Wreck

July 28, 2015 Todd DeFeo

The May 12 Amtrak derailment in Philadelphia wrecked havoc on ticket sales and revenue for the railroad, according to a new ridership report.

A Look at R.J. Corman No. 3501 in Clarksville, Tenn.

July 27, 2015 Todd DeFeo

R.J. Corman locomotive No. 3501 is a GP35 that is on static display beside the historic railroad depot on Tenth Street in downtown Clarksville.

Rail Leaders Warn of Consequences to Too Much Regulation

July 27, 2015 Railfanning.org News Wire

Too many regulations would have a major impact on the railroad industry’s ability to sustain private investment to build, maintain and upgrade the nation’s 140,000-mile rail network.

Who Was Named Outstanding Public Transportation Manager for 2015?

July 27, 2015 Todd DeFeo

The American Public Transportation Association (APTA) earlier this month selected the head of MARTA as its 2015 Outstanding Public Transportation Manager.

A southbound NJ Transit train passes through Elizabeth, N.J. in August 2003..

N.J. Transit Board Votes to Increase Fares, Approves 2016 Budget

July 27, 2015 Todd DeFeo

The N.J. Transit Board of Directors earlier this month voted to increase fares by roughly 9 percent.

Photos: Gold Coast Railroad Museum in Miami

July 27, 2015 Todd DeFeo

Occupying the former Naval Air Station Richmond (NASR), the Gold Coast Railroad Museum today delights railfans with its collection of locomotives, dozens of rail cars and railroad artifacts.

NS Earnings: Net Income Down 23 Percent

July 27, 2015 Todd DeFeo

Norfolk Southern Corp. today reported net income for the quarter was 23 percent lower than a year ago. Net income for the quarter was $433 million compared to a record $562 million for the second quarter of 2014. Diluted earnings per share were $1.41, down from $1.79 per diluted share in the second quarter a year ago. “While we face short-term pressure, particularly as we clear fuel surcharge revenue and coal headwinds, Norfolk Southern is well positioned to continue improving service, which will reduce costs and add value to our customers,” CEO James A. Squires said in a news release. “Growth within the

Southern Museum Hosting Third Annual Railroad Rendezvous

July 9, 2015 Todd DeFeo

The Southern Museum of Civil War & Locomotive History will host its third annual Railroad Rendezvous later this month.

CSX Wraps Up 17th Annual Maintenance Jamboree

July 9, 2015 Railfanning.org News Wire

CSX has completed its 17th annual Maintenance Jamboree. As part of the track safety and maintenance blitz, crews completes months of rail, tie, signal and bridge work on key rail corridors in a single week.