A common link between railroads and the media

Based on my closing remarks to the Bartow History Center on Wednesday, September 18, 2024

CARTERSVILLE, Georgia — In speaking about railroad history, I often talk about communities’ love-hate relationship with railroads.

In some ways, railroads are like the news. Both are integral to our lives.

When we want our online purchases to show up on our doorstep in 48 hours, railroads are often integral to making that happen.

When we want to make informed decisions, we need accurate information. The news — and the free flow of information — can help with that.


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Todd DeFeo loves to travel anywhere, anytime, taking pictures and notes. An award-winning reporter, Todd revels in the experience and the fact that every place has a story to tell. He is owner of The DeFeo Groupe and also edits Express Telegraph and The Travel Trolley.