UPDATED February 16, 2017 By TIM BLACKWELL, Cowcatcher Magazine With the start of its spring schedule just weeks away, the Texas State Railroad’s fate remains in limbo. But some light appears at the end of the tunnel. Holding true to its promise, operator Iowa Pacific …
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This story has been updated from a previous post. The Texas State Railroad appears to be on track. In late January, the tourist railroad announced via email that ticket sales were underway for excursions in 2017. The “Dogwood Special Brunch Train” was announced for April …
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Cowcatcher Magazine readers again let their voices be heard, this time in record numbers. More voters than ever participated in the magazine’s 8th Annual Gold Rail Awards, which determines the best of the best in model railroading and rail enthusiasm in the Southwest and Midwest. …
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ST. LOUIS, MO. – Four years later, the facelift of one of the nation’s most unique and graceful bridges that has stood across the Mississippi River for decades is done. In early October, bands played and speakers spoke at the celebration of the completion of …
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Amtrak’s Exhibit Train is making a stop at the Museum of the American Railroad in Frisco on Saturday and Sunday before heading to the Gulf Coast. The specially outfitted passenger train, which features interactive exhibits, will be open for guests at MAR from 10 a.m. …
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Kansas City Southern’s 16th annual Holiday Express train will stop in 22 communities in seven states on 26 dates from Nov. 25 to Dec. 20. At each stop, visitors can board the festive six-car train, visit with Santa and his elves and tour the inside …
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