Around and about the vernal (or is it diurnal?) equinox the sun gets on the north side of the track on the old Bristol line and we get the opportunity for some different shots. Here, in the dying... (more)

The flowers should probably adorn the unit in honor of what is almost undoubtedly the greatest locomotive model og the late 20th century. The term iconic could not be used more appropriately.

Switching Light Milling our familiar local is getting cosy with the property of the preserved 1857 Section Foreman's house. Local kids enjoy the thrill of standing over the freights as they speed... (more)

A fan favorite N&W style. Crews complained vociferously about that "winter window" which made switching uncomfortable. It was probably liked a little better in northern Ohio and such.

The local is scuttling back to Bristol after serving Abingdon. We didn't see very many of the rebuilds here so I was liking this unit. They are now being returned to lessor. Coming to a shortli... (more)

With a train consisting entirely of covered hoppers the eastbound local may be slightly overpowered but if the amperage one the lead unit is as deficient as the paint, maybe not. In the backgroun... (more)

I just lived down road, around the corner and got to see the local most days (should have stayed put). Imagine my surprise when this thing showed up. "Bye, babe, train to chase, see you when I g... (more)

"Hey brother, you're still working I see." "Yep, you got to hang in there. I guess I know what you gotta do to get a nice paint job around here."