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20 Mar

Grab your passport — the Adirondack is making its return to Montreal!

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FEBRUARY 2023

'A big step for Ohio': Gov. Mike DeWine seeks $1M in federal funds to study possible Amtrak expansion

The state has identified two corridors to advance for consideration: Cleveland-Columbus-Dayton-Cincinnati and Cleveland-Toledo-Detroit.

Letter: Support for local passenger rail

Another great perk is that it would reduce the number of cars on the road, which would be great news for Wisconsin, since we have seen a sharp increase in traffic and reckless driving.

Cincinnati leaders meet with Amtrak to discuss expansion of passenger rail service

Earlier in February, Governor Mike DeWine directed the Ohio Rail Development Commission to apply for funding to expand the rail service, with the Federal Railroad Administration’s Corridor Identification and Development Program set to choose possible railway corridors within Ohio.

Opinion | An Amtrak line between Memphis and Nashville makes perfect sense

Otis Sanford discusses the possibility of an Amtrak line between Tennessee’s largest city to the state’s capital.

JANUARY 2023

Is Louisville ready for Amtrak again? City is one step closer to proposed line connection

Amtrak is one step closer to connecting Louisville to other major cities by train.

Amtrak routes connecting Cincinnati to Nashville, Chicago head to feds

New passenger rail routes connecting Cincinnati to Chicago, Cleveland and Nashville have been submitted to the Federal Railroad Administration, another step in significantly expanding the region’s anemic Amtrak offerings.

Pewaukee supporting grant application for Milwaukee-Madison Amtrak connection

The city of Madison is spearheading a push encouraging the state of Wisconsin to apply for a $500,000 federal grant to map a new Amtrak passenger route connecting to the city of Milwaukee.

Amtrak's plans for Wisconsin and the greater Midwest

Amtrak’s passenger rail service is proposing to open stations in cities across Wisconsin, from Eau Claire and Madison to Green Bay and Superior. An Amtrak network development director breaks down passenger rail plans in Wisconsin and the Midwest.

DECEMBER 2022

With Amtrak Funds Now Available, Will Ohio Expand Rail Service?

This $2.3 billion is the first available for expanded intercity passenger rail service, part of a program to bring new routes to areas of the country that are underserved by train transportation.

New Amtrak trains to improve guest comfort, reduce travel time

If you travel by rail, there is an exciting change coming to Amtrak for commuters in the Midstate. They have released the first look at new upgraded trains.

All aboard: Green Bay, Appleton, Oshkosh, Fond du Lac write letter backing Amtrak expansion

Municipal leaders from seven of Northeast Wisconsin’s largest cities submitted a joint letter to the Federal Railroad Administration encouraging Amtrak to extend passenger train service from Milwaukee to Green Bay.

Map Shows Amtrak Plan To Return Service To Northwest Florida, Perhaps Atmore

Amtrak service could return to Northwest Florida, and perhaps Atmore, according to an Amtrak map recently published.

November 2022

Our cars aren't enough to keep Ohio moving. We desperately need passenger trains

But by planning decisively right now, we can offer Ohioans new solutions like passenger rail that meet the coming challenges of the next 30 years.

With federal money available, East-West rail commission plans first hearing on Boston-Springfield passenger service

Besides east-west rail, the commission will study existing north-south service through Springfield.

U.S. passenger railroad Amtrak ridership jumps by 10 million riders

U.S. passenger railroad Amtrak said ridership jumped by more than 10 million riders in the year ending Sept. 30 and has nearly returned to pre-COVID-19 levels.

Amtrak passenger service between Mobile and New Orleans returning

Amtrak passenger service between Mobile and New Orleans is returning.

October 2022

Florida’s Economy, Businesses and Tourism Will Benefit from Rail Expansion

As the third most populous state in the nation, Florida must embrace new forms of public transportation for the 21st century.

TxDOT requests funds to expand passenger train service across Texas

The Texas Department of Transportation made an official request last week to the Federal Railroad Administration for funding to expand service for travelers between the state’s largest cities and beyond.

New Amtrak service makes a strong start

The addition of the new mileage to the existing 200-mile New York City-to-Rutland route – roughly a 33% increase – brought with it a ridership boost of 51% in August.

Iowa City eyes future Amtrak rail station, purchases three properties

owa City intends on turning residential rental properties into a passenger rail station, which would serve passengers traveling from Chicago to Iowa City.

August 2022

Julio Fuentes Opinion: Florida’s Economy, Businesses and Tourism Will Benefit from Rail Expansion