Edited
by Bill and Bobbie Molony, the Spike & Tie is the official newsletter
of the Blackhawk Chapter and is distributed six times a year to all current members
and associates in good standing.
The Spike & Tie is an exclusive benefit of membership, providing detailed
coverage of local railfan and railroad news, including:  | Current
Freight Railroad News The
latest railroad news from the Chicago area and around the Midwest, including the
latest mergers and infrastructure projects - including stories not covered by
the mainstream press or even other railfan publications!
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 | Current
Passenger Railroad News Coverage
of the local passenger rail service,
including in-depth coverage of the area's Amtrak and Metra routes as well as proposals
for more expanded services and High-Speed Rail initiatives. |
 | Historical
Preservation News
on local railroad preservation and restoration efforts, including endangered railroad
structures and equipment. |
 | Local
Events A
calendar of local events including train shows, open houses, swap meets, and other
railfan organization meetings throughout Chicago and the surrounding area.
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 | Blackhawk
Chapter News Updates
on Blackhawk Chapter meetings, projects,
activities and special events. |
 | Historical
Railroads Exclusive
articles about the railroads, interurbans and streetcar systems that have served
Chicagoland and Northwest Indiana. |
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