Virginia Passenger Rail Authority
@vapassengerrail
Virginia Passenger Rail Authority (VPRA), is responsible for promoting, sustaining, and expanding passenger and commuter rail service in the Commonwealth.
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http://vpra.virginia.gov 17-12-2021 16:16:22
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Rail Trivia Tuesday: Did you know that there are a variety of rail cars and each carry different things? Check out the graphic below and discover the distinctions. Photo cred: Union Pacific
Rail Trivia Tuesday: A major factor in the establishment of standard time was the railroads. On November 18, 1883, the railroads of North America met and instituted a standard time for all trains which allowed for better coordination and scheduling. Photo cred: Trains Magazine
Want to learn more about a planned bridge replacement on Leeland Road? Join us on Wed., September 18 from 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. for an in-person public hearing! The public hearing will take place at Conway Elementary. vapassengerrailauthority.org/leelandroadove…, for more information about the project.
Rail Trivia Tuesday: Before the invention of UPS and FedEx, there was the Railway Express Agency (REA) which offered door-to-door package delivery services. Founded as the American Railway Express Agency during WW1, REA operated from 1918 to 1975. Photo cred: Trains Magazine