Summer 2007 stories include:

• Seeking Authority – Ann Arbor-to-Howell commuter rail service could be operational by autumn
• Regional rail project delayed – Ann Arbor-to-Detroit commuter rail service slated for 2008
• Transit Center moves closer to reality – Troy-Birmingham Regional Transit Center to move forward in designs
• Benefiting Michigan’s Economy – Rail service could bring $719 million in investment to Michigan
• Big Boost for Amtrak – Senate Democrats propose $1.78 billion for Amtrak in 2008
• Equipment shortage could slow expansion – Lack of existing rail car companies slow expansion plans for Amtrak
• Promoting Federal Funds – Amtrak president meets with Michigan legislators and MARP officers
• Michigan Day in Chicago – Tourism officials take it to Chicago residents promoting direct travel to Michigan using Amtrak
• Thoroughbred’s of a Different Kind – Norfolk Southern acquires F-units for business train use
• Traveling in Style – Restored private cars make appearance on Michigan Amtrak trains
• The Long View: Making “Clear Progress
• Norfolk Southern selling Michigan line? – Possible rail sale worries Michigan officials

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