The independentsBy Various AuthorsThe story behind why six railroads stay that wayMap of the Month: Genesee & Wyoming’s routesBy Bill MetzgerThe company spans 41 states and four Canadian provincesSunnier days for the Good Spring branchBy Scott A. HartleyFormer coal route thrives under Reading & NorthernPride of Copper BasinBy Mike DannemanA great leader and dedicated crew make this Arizona desert short line shineSomewhere west of LaramieBy David LustigThe impact of seeing a train and Wyoming’s vast, unspoiled beauty is still impressive todayUntangling TexasBy Robert D KrebsI got a big promotion at Southern Pacific in 1979, but with it came a bigger challengeIn My Own Words: Bridgton & Harrison RailwayMemories of its last year