The sky opens up over the James River Valley to reveal the midday sun on a brisk winter's day. At Arcadia, Virginia the James River Valley courses between the Blue Ridge, and Allegheny mountains. ... (more)
On a rare daylight move down the Cloverdale Branch, the engineer eases V81 downhill into the 10 degree curve inside Daleville, headed towards the mainline.
The conductor is unfurling the flags before arriving at the yard. Norfolk Southern Toys for Tots Train in conjunction with the US Marines. Bringing presents and joy to young children.
Powering out of the village, the 2024 Toys for Tots train NS 975 with the 6290 in-charge rounds towards Afton approaching the Route 7 overpass. A CP era "No Trespassing" sign still remai... (more)