Features:

Alexander's Alco • by Doug Wonders and Mike Shufelt — A West Virginia coal hauler returns to life yet again.

Popes Creek Coal • by Mike Schaller — Will trains or barges haul this vital commodity?

An Uncommon Coal Carrier • by Joshua Chlapek — Believe it or not, KCS originates unit coal trains in East Texas.

Almost Heaven • by Charles W. Bohi and Leslie S. Kozma — The beautiful mountain valleys of West Virginia provide dramatic backdrops for coal mines served by CSX.

Departments:

Opening Shot • by Kevin EuDaly

CTC Board—Current news items.

Parting Shot • by Kevin EuDaly