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NARP Highlights Passenger Rail Efforts in Kansas!
The National Association of Rail Passengers (NARP) has highlighted the efforts to expand passenger rail service in Kansas in their January 2012 Newsletter. Highlighted projects include the new platform facilities in Lawrence and the release of the Service Development Project … Continue reading
Train Travel is Picking up Steam in Kansas
With airfare and gas prices on the rise, budgeting for a vacation has become increasingly difficult. In response, some Americans are turning to the railroad for a cheaper way to travel. With Amtrak celebrating its 40th anniversary this month, KPR … Continue reading
Posted in Kansas, Lawrence, News, Oklahoma
Tagged passenger rail Southwest Chief Amtrak KPR
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$18 Million Dollar Benefit Shown by Texas A&M Study
A 2010 study by a Texas Transportation Institute which is part of Texas A&M indicates that the Heartland Flyer passenger train service generates $18,000,000 in benefits and an ongoing cost of $4 million dollars. Continue reading
Posted in Ardmore, Arkansas City, Denton, Edmond, Fort Worth, Gainsville, Guthrie, Kansas, Krum, Lawrence, News, Newton, Oklahoma, Oklahoma City, Pauls Valley, Perry, Ponca City, Purcell, Strong City, Texas, Topeka, Wichita
Tagged Amtrak, Northern Flyer Alliance, passenger rail, Texas Transportation Institute
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