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Amtrak Surprises Passengers With New Route Proposal Connecting Multiple Midwest Cities

While trains remain a great way to connect major metropolises across the U.S., plenty of cities still don’t have an Amtrak station. From Las Vegas to Louisville, Mobile, Nashville, Phoenix, San Francisco, St. Petersburg… the list goes on and on. Yet, one …

Amtrak train, log truck collide in Colleton County crash

COLLETON COUNTY, S.C. (WCSC) - A northbound Amtrak train carrying 48 people crashed into a loaded log truck, causing a rail traffic blockage. The train and the log truck collided at a private crossing on Weiss Lane around 8:50 a.m. Tuesday. The Colleton …

The Treasure Coast almost had an Amtrak station. Now, it's a brewery.

VERO BEACH — The city’s historic diesel power plant has been called the "pulse of the city" by historians and a symbol of the "city's entrance into industrialization." Today, it is home to American Icon Brewery, the iconic …

UPDATE: 82-year-old man identified as pedestrian struck by Amtrak train Wednesday evening

UPDATE: The Lincoln Township Police Department announced they're currently investigating the collision between an Amtrak train and a pedestrian that happened Wednesday at the St. Joseph Avenue and CSX railroad crossing. Police said at around 9:05 p.m., …

Dauphin County Coroner's Office identifies person hit by Amtrak train near Harrisburg International Airport

Authorities confirmed that the person was hit by the train near the airport at around 9 a.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 7. HARRISBURG, Pa. — Authorities have identified the person fatally hit by an Amtrak near Harrisburg International Airport last week.  The Dauphin …

MDOT: Traffic shifting onto new US-131 bridges over KL Avenue, Amtrak Trail Thursday

KALAMAZOO, Mich. — Drivers will soon be able to drive over the newest bridges near KL Avenue and the Amtrak Trail in Kalamazoo. Starting Wednesday at 7 p.m., there will be single-lane closures on US-131 as crews work to shift southbound traffic onto the …

Arun Rao, Amtrak Senior Director, Network Development, Central Region

Man dies after being hit by Amtrak train

BERRIEN COUNTY, Mich. (WSBT) — An elderly man died from being hit by an Amtrak passenger train on Wednesday night. According to police, officers found an 82-year-old male victim who was struck by the train. The incident occured after 9 p.m. at the crossing …

Michigan Central's future includes Amtrak train stop at new transit hub

A rendering of the Michigan Central Innovation District. The area outlined in red is where the future transit hub could go.  (FOX 2) - A major announcement made at Michigan Central Station on Wednesday included plans for a new transportation hub that will …

Coroner IDs man killed in pedestrian versus Amtrak train collision

The DeKalb County Coroner has identified the man who was struck and killed by an Amtrak train in Sandwich, according to a news release from the Coroner’s office. That man, Al Wheeler, 55, of Sandwich, was pronounced dead on Oct. 9 at the scene, according …

New Michigan Central transit hub plan includes Amtrak service -- here’s what to know

DETROIT – A new transportation hub is coming to Michigan Central in Detroit, and proposed plans include an intercity bus station and a new passenger rail. Gov. Gretchen Whitmer announced the proposed plans for the new transit hub on Wednesday, Oct. 15, …

New transit center proposed for Michigan Central could include Amtrak service

DETROIT (WXYZ) — A new transit center is likely coming to Corktown and could return trains to the grounds surrounding the former Michigan Central Station for the first time in decades. Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced the deal at a Downtown …

Whitmer says Amtrak service will restart near Michigan Central Station

Plans are underway to bring trains back to the iconic Michigan Central Station, with possible rail service from Detroit all the way to Toronto beginning as soon as 2029. Gov. Gretchen Whitmer announced on Wednesday, Oct. 15, during a visit to the newly …

Amtrak Partners with Major California Theme Park to Offer Exclusive Travel Discounts

Hugging the scenic Southern California coastline, Amtrak's Pacific Surfliner winds its way along a 351-mile route through Los Angeles, San Diego, and San Luis Obispo counties, offering passengers sweeping views of beaches, cliffs, and the ocean. But …

Travel Advisory: Lane Reduction and Shift Scheduled for Route 37 East Over Amtrak in Warwick

RHODE ISLAND, October 15 - Effective Friday night, October 17, the Rhode Island Department of Transportation (RIDOT) will temporarily reduce the number of travel lanes from three to two on a section of Route 37 East over Amtrak's Northeast Corridor in …

Travel Advisory: Lane Reduction and Shift Scheduled for Route 37 East Over Amtrak in Warwick

Effective Friday night, October 17, the Rhode Island Department of Transportation (RIDOT) will temporarily reduce the number of travel lanes from three to two on a section of Route 37 East over Amtrak's Northeast Corridor in Warwick and shift those …

Amtrak trains could come back to Central Ohio, new route connecting Midwest cities

The Mid-Ohio Regional Planning Commission is pushing for a new Amtrak train route nearly 50 years after it departed the city of Columbus. The organization is teaming up with Fort Wayne, Ind. and the Southwestern Pennsylvania Commission to push development …

Portland, rail authority, MaineHealth at odds over potential new Amtrak station location

Amtrak Pacific Surfliner and SeaWorld San Diego Launch New Travel and Ticket Discount Partnership

Riders receive 20% off Amtrak Pacific Surfliner fares plus savings on SeaWorld tickets ORANGE, Calif., Oct. 14, 2025 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ -- The Los Angeles – San Diego – San Luis Obispo (LOSSAN) Rail Corridor Agency, which manages the …

Sun City Flowers Launches 'Floral Connections' for the 55+ Lifestyle

Community floral workshops and complimentary plant/flower distributions for active adults; participation in SAF’s Petal It Forward 2025 SUN CITY, AZ, UNITED STATES, October 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Sun City Flowers today announced Floral …

Florida State Parks Foundation, Stihl Inc., Partner To Make State Parks Greener Through Battery Power Tools & Equipment

~$200,000 allocation from Foundation’s Greener Initiative will purchase hundreds of battery-powered tools for state parks~ APOPKA, FL, UNITED STATES, October 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- State parks across Florida are set to receive a fleet of …

Pennsylvania Parks and Forests Foundation Hosts “Seen Them All” Challenge Picnic to Celebrate State Parks, Forests

Celebrated adventurers who successfully completed the “Seen Them All” Challenge, offering comradery, education, and connection with other finishers. CAMP HILL, PA, UNITED STATES, October 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Pennsylvania Parks and …

Artivist Jacqueline Rudolph to Exhibit at Spectrum Miami Show December 3-7

New Contemporary Impressionist Portraits and Figurative Sculpture SANTA FE, NM, UNITED STATES, October 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Artemis Art Management Inc., a NM company headquartered in Santa Fe, announced today that its first featured …

Saint James School of Medicine Celebrates Completion of Second Building in Its New Campus Development

KINGSTOWN, SAINT VINCENT AND THE GRENADINES, October 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Saint James School of Medicine (SJSM) proudly announces the completion of the second building in its new 42,000-square-foot campus project. The newly finished 2, …

Taiwan Tourism Administration Brings 'Waves of Wonder' to the Entertainment Capital of the World

Double-Decker Buses Take Over the Las Vegas Strip to Showcase Taiwan’s Irresistible Appeal LAS VEGAS, NV, UNITED STATES, October 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- To strengthen its presence in the U.S. travel market, the Taiwan Tourism …

Peter MacGillivray Launches Adventure Exhibit

Williamstown Photographer Publishes Online Showcase WILLIAMSTOWN, MA, UNITED STATES, October 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Peter MacGillivray Launches Online Photography Exhibit Celebrating a Lifetime Behind the Lens Williamstown Artist …

Quad Bike Rental Dubai Expands Desert Adventure Offerings

DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, October 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Quad Bike Rental Dubai, a fully licensed and highly rated desert adventure company, proudly announces the expansion of its services to become a complete one-stop destination for …

New Documentary Series ‘The Story of Irvine’ Premieres November 15

Historical Film Chronicles the Evolution of Irvine from Ranch to World-Renowned City IRVINE, CA, UNITED STATES, October 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- After more than two years of production, The Story of Irvine — a powerful new documentary …

Colombia’s Craft Heritage Returns to Miami with Expoartesano 2025: Tradition and Ancestral Knowledge that Cross Borders

MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, October 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- From October 23 to 26, the doors of the Doral Cultural Arts Center will open to welcome Expoartesano La Memoria 2025, the international showcase that celebrates Colombia’s vibrant …

Right Rudder Marketing Launches Comprehensive Partnership with McFly Education, Unveiling Brand New Website

Strategic collaboration combines specialized aviation marketing expertise with personalized flight training excellence. ST LOUIS, MO, UNITED STATES, October 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Right Rudder Marketing (RRM), the nation's leading …

Newsmatics Highlights AI’s Role in News Distribution at Mid-Atlantic MarCom Summit

Panelists share tips on feeding AI systems to boost news distribution and content discoverability WASHINGTON , DC, UNITED STATES, October 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Artificial intelligence is rapidly reshaping how news is distributed and …

Total Laser Cleaning & Restoration to Showcase Laser Technology at the 2025 Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show

See live laser cleaning demos at Booth #432 and learn how this eco-friendly technology is transforming marine surface restoration. FORT LAUDERDALE, FL, UNITED STATES, October 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Total Laser Cleaning & Restoration, …

Major League Volleyball Dallas Announces Official Team Name, Logo, and Home Court

MLV Dallas embarks on a new chapter as team officially becomes Dallas Pulse, revealing its new logo and confirming Comerica Center in Frisco as its home court. FRISCO, TX, UNITED STATES, October 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- MLV Dallas embarks …

The Log Cabin elevates guest dining experience with hygienic restroom upgrades

By installing XLERATOR® Hand Dryers, the premier event venue delivers cleaner, touchless restrooms while eliminating paper waste and reducing maintenance EAST LONGMEADOW, MA, UNITED STATES, October 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Log Cabin, …

Soboba Casino Resort Welcomes Roberto Tapia, December 19th

SAN JACINTO, CA, UNITED STATES, October 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Soboba Casino Resort is proud to welcome Roberto Tapia to the Soboba Casino Resort Event Center on Friday, December 19th at 9pm. Roberto Tapia, born in San Diego and …

REYA Communications Appointed US & UK PR Agency of Record for The Pinnacle Kigali, Rwanda’s Newest Luxury Hotel

NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, October 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- REYA Communications (REYA) proudly announces its appointment as the US and UK Public Relations Agency of Record for The Pinnacle Kigali, Rwanda’s newest ultra-luxury hotel …

VI Marketing and Branding Wins Platinum MarCom Award for 'Find Yourself in Oklahoma' Campaign

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK, UNITED STATES, October 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- VI Marketing and Branding (VI) has been honored with a Platinum MarCom Award, the highest distinction in the international competition recognizing excellence in marketing, …

TicketsCandy Introduces Waitlist App to Capture Demand After Sellouts

TicketsCandy launches the Waitlist app to allow event organizers capture attendee interest after tickets or time slots sell out. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, October 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- TicketsCandy has released the new Waitlist …

U.S. Travel Firms Use Virtual Bookkeeping Services to Positively Transform Core Financial Operations

U.S. travel agents manage records with clarity by opting Virtual bookkeeping services help. MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, October 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Travel agencies, tour operators, and hospitality aggregators all struggle with thin …