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Train Festival 2011 July 21-24

Posted on April 13, 2011 by admin

Steam and diesel locomotives from around the country will be on display for visitors to tour the cabs, take photos, watch demonstrations and much more. Schwiebert Riverfront Park in Rock Island, Illinois will host Train Festival 2011, July 21-24. Displays … Continue reading →

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Heber Valley Railroad Funding Details Released

Posted on March 9, 2011 by admin

HEBER CITY, Utah — Details about Heber Valley Railroad‘s new funding from Heber City were released and should be enough to help it keep operations going during a tough winter. The town has donated $15,000 to the cause, and will … Continue reading →

Posted in Scenic Railroads | Tagged christmas train, heber, heber city, heber valley historic railroad, Heber Valley Railroad, locomotive, provo canyon, railroad depot, railroads, scenic railroad, steam engines, tourist attraction, tourist train, train ride, trains, utah | 1 Comment

Source Code Movie Release Date set for April 1

Posted on March 8, 2011 by admin

A film crew for the upcoming movie “Source Code” had been filming in Orland Park with Metra on April 10th. A Private train headed to Union Station picks up passengers as well. Author:metraRI Filled with mind-boggling twists and heart-pounding suspense, … Continue reading →