State
Amtrak breaks ground for Gulf Coast platform, though route still uncertain
BAY ST. LOUIS — A U.S. Department of Transportation official said the Biden administration is confident passenger rail ... Read more
Archive for rail
Local News
Train enthusiasts share deep-rooted railroad history
When James Marquis Jr. was about 5 or 6 years old, he got his first model train set. ... Read more
State
Gulf Coast Amtrak route one step closer to learning its fate
The federal board that will determine whether the Gulf Coast gets its Amtrak route back is closer to ... Read more
Local News
Fate of Amtrak’s Gulf Coast return rests with a federal board
The Mississippi Gulf Coast hasn’t been closer to getting Amtrak access back in the last 15 years than ... Read more
Local News
Meridian repairing bridge rails on Highway 45
The city of Meridian is cautioning motorists who travel on Highway 45 south of Marion near the Meridian ... Read more
Letters To The Editor
YOUR VIEW
East Mississippi development falls short Can East Mississippi compete? Will travelers leave the sky, rails and highways to ... Read more
Columns
GUEST VIEW: Taxpayers shouldn’t have to pay for passenger trains we aren’t using
Passenger trains tie us to our nation’s history and they remind us of far-away destinations and adventures. But ... Read more
Local News
Train traveler treated to Southern hospitality during Meridian visit
Stepping off the train in Meridian on Saturday, “Chef Madi” Butler was greeted with Southern hospitality. Trading in ... Read more
Columns
ANNE MCKEE: Saint Patrick School hosts play on May 16
A full production is on tap for the Saint Patrick School summer play. The presentation will teach Meridian ... Read more
Local News
Diesel fuel spills from Norfolk Southern rail yard into Sowashee Creek
Between 4,000-6,000 gallons of diesel fuel spilled from the Norfolk Southern rail yard off Railroad Street in Meridian ... Read more