Obituary courtesy of edwardsfuneral home.org Dale Edward Pruitt, 70-year-old resident of Doniphan, MO, departed this life Tuesday, April 30, 2024. He was born January 17, 1954, in Hayti, MO, to the late Ollie (Garner) Motley. To continue reading…
By David Lassen Railroad says issue stemmed from mistake by one employee WASHINGTON — The Federal Railroad Administration has discontinued efforts to gather information for an assessment of Union Pacific’s safety culture, telling the railroad it found indications of activities by the railroad that “adversely impact the integrity” of the process. To continue reading…
Michael Chad May, 54, of Marine, IL, passed away on Thursday, April 18, 2024, at Barnes Jewish Hospital in St. Louis, MO. To continue reading obituary, please visit meridithfuneralhome.com
BY JOSH FUNK Four railroads have asked federal appeals courts to throw out a new rule that would require two-person train crews in most circumstances, saying the mandate is arbitrary, capricious and an illegal abuse of discretion. To continue reading…
Make 2024 the best travel year yet with the Union Plus Travel Benefits Awareness Campaign: Explore in ’24. Whether you are exploring destinations within the States, jet-setting overseas, or planning a relaxing staycation closer to home, Union Plus travel savings and discounts are tailored to make your time off smoother, more enjoyable, and, most importantly, […]
It’s time once again for the Fourth Annual all UNION Carmen four man scramble. Please come and enjoy a cold brew and bbq with your Union Brothers! You do not have to play golf to attend. Get your teams ready!
BY JOSH FUNK Major freight railroads will have to maintain two-person crews on most routes under a new federal rule that was finalized Tuesday in a milestone in organized labor’s long fight to preserve the practice. To continue reading…
Story by JOSH FUNK, Associated Press The collision of three Norfolk Southern trains in Pennsylvania early this month highlights the shortcomings of the automated braking system that was created to prevent such crashes. To continue reading…
Josh Funk AP Business Writer Norfolk Southern alone will be responsible for paying for the cleanup after last year’s fiery train derailment in eastern Ohio, a federal judge ruled. To continue reading…