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

Happy #ProfessionalEngineersDay to the talented engineers at VPRA! Today we celebrate your hard work & dedication to Transforming Rail in VA & beyond. Keep on designing, building, & moving us forward🎉🚆Learn about their work at vapassengerrailauthority.org/projects/

Make this year’s #BackToSchool an adventure with Amtrak Virginia! Sneak in a trip before school starts or map out your semester’s travel. Don’t forget: You can save a lot on your travels with Amtrak’s student discounts. Book your trip today! amtrak.com/virginia

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

Journey across Virginia, from Roanoke to DC, for less! Did you catch Hello Roanoke on Amtrak? Check out her recent trip on #AmtrakVA for itinerary ideas during her journey from Roanoke to DC! #Roanoke #DC #VirginiaIsForLovers

Taking the train is a great way to discover destinations in a scenic and environmentally friendly manner! The carbon emissions from trains are between 66 and 75 percent lower than those from cars and airplanes. Visit amtrak.com/sustainability for more information!

Rail Trivia Tuesday: Liverpool & Manchester Railway was instrumental in the industrial revolution by making it easier for cargo, especially cotton and coal, to move between Manchester's industrial mills and Liverpool's port. Photo cred: Science and Industry Museum

Offering an improved, enhanced, and accessible experience, the Newport News Transportation Center opens tomorrow (Thursday)! vapassengerrailauthority.org/amtrak-virgini…

Hey parents, family trips just got more affordable! Kids aged 2-12 get a 50% discount, and infants under 2 ride free on Amtrak Virginia! Visit amtrak.com/virginia and start planning your next family adventure today!

The college football season kicks off tomorrow (Saturday)! Take Amtrak Virginia to the game and arrive in style. The Virginia Anytime Fares offer a 15% discount for travel within Virginia and to/from Washington, DC! To learn more or book online, visit Amtrak.com/Virginia.

It's National Dog Day! Don’t forget, your furry friends are welcome on board. Did you catch By Golly, Mister Ollie on Amtrak Virginia earlier this year? #DogDay #NationalDogDay #AmtrakVA

VPRA's board of directors will meet today (Tuesday) at 10:30 a.m., at 919 E. Main Street, Richmond, Va. in the Piedmont Room on the fourth floor of the building. VPRA board meetings are open to the public and can be viewed live at: youtube.com/@virginiapasse….

VPRA’s Board of Directors Votes to Advance New Agreement with Norfolk Southern vapassengerrailauthority.org/vpras-board-of…

Join the VPRA team at Virginia Tech’s “Sustainable Transportation Fair” tomorrow from 8 a.m. - 11 a.m. at the Transit Center Plaza. Stop by and learn how our projects can help you make more sustainable commuting decisions! Visit news.vt.edu/notices/adm-ev… for more information.

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.

Sun, sand, sea, and trains! Whether you’re kayaking on the James River, cooling off in Jamestown, or hitting the beaches in Hampton Roads and Virginia Beach, Virginians travel for less with a 15% discount on Amtrak. amtrak.com/virginia. #NationalBeachDay #AmtrakVA

September is Virginia Rail Safety Month! Here are some helpful tips: always be on the lookout for trains, never walk on railroad tracks, abide by posted safety regulations, and remain vigilant at all times. Visit vapassengerrailauthority.org/railsafety/ for more information!

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

VPRA Finalizes Purchase of the Manassas Line vapassengerrailauthority.org/vpra-purchases…

NFL is back! Going to a game this season? Take the train from Virginia and support your favorite team! For additional information, go to amtrak.com/football-itine….