Train Tracks: News

The Essex Steam Train and Riverboat

The Essex Steam Train and Riverboat

Jim Schreier Sep 3, 2019 1 min read

“Wait a minute.  Steam Train and Riverboat?  How is this…

WHY YOU SHOULD BOOK A TRAIN FOR YOUR NEXT BUSINESS TRIP

WHY YOU SHOULD BOOK A TRAIN FOR YOUR NEXT BUSINESS TRIP

Jim Schreier Sep 3, 2019 1 min read

Well, we’re here to open your mind to the benefits…

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One Track Mind

Jim Schreier Sep 3, 2019 1 min read

Interesting for several reasons, but particularly because of his early…

Take a Journey Through the Mendocino Redwoods Aboard the Skunk Train

Take a Journey Through the Mendocino Redwoods Aboard the Skunk Train

Jim Schreier Aug 13, 2019 1 min read

Take a historic journey through the redwoods of Mendocino County…

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The Romance of Train Travel

Jim Schreier Jul 27, 2019 1 min read

Trains are deeply embedded in human consciousness, especially in America.…

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Is It Time to Pull the Plug on Amtrak?

Jim Schreier Jul 14, 2019 1 min read

Amtrak’s performance suggests that it’s time for taxpayer-subsidized rail service…

For 40 Years, Crashing Trains Was One of America’s Favorite Pastimes

For 40 Years, Crashing Trains Was One of America’s Favorite Pastimes

Jim Schreier Jul 10, 2019 1 min read

From 1896 until the 1930’s, showmen would travel the country…

Durango residents divided as beloved coal-fired train faces lawsuits over its role in the 416 fire

Durango residents divided as beloved coal-fired train faces lawsuits over its role in the 416 fire

Jim Schreier Jul 9, 2019 1 min read

It’s the annual kick-off for the beloved Durango & Silverton…

A Look Back at the Florida Circus Train Crash of 1994

A Look Back at the Florida Circus Train Crash of 1994

Jim Schreier Jul 9, 2019 1 min read

Inside the Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus train,…

Artificial Intelligence Shaking Up Railroad Industry

Artificial Intelligence Shaking Up Railroad Industry

Jim Schreier Jul 9, 2019 1 min read

Train derailments and accidents can cause major damage and even…

AMTRAK Expands Hiawatha Line

AMTRAK Expands Hiawatha Line

Jim Schreier Jul 8, 2019 1 min read

This one is personal because I’ve written the Hiawatha many,…

Amtrak Has Lost Money for Decades. Airline CEO Thinks He Can Fix It

Amtrak Has Lost Money for Decades. Airline CEO Thinks He Can Fix It

Jim Schreier Jul 8, 2019 1 min read

A fascinating story – unfortunately behind the WSJ paywall for…