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Chris K.
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He/Him, 33. Railfan, Art-Lover and Videographer
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They were in such a hurry to get this done, they didn’t even bother finishing it lol 😂
railfanandrailroad.bsky.social Railfan & Railroad Magazine @railfanandrailroad.bsky.social · 5d
BREAKING: The U.S. Surface Transportation Board has rejected Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern’s initial merger application as “incomplete,” telling the two railroads that if they want to become North America’s largest railroad, they’ll need to try again railfan.com/stb-up-ns-me...
STB: UP-NS Meger Application is ‘Incomplete’
The U.S. Surface Transportation Board has rejected Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern’s initial merger application as “incomplete."
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January 16, 2026 at 10:28 PM
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Merry Christmas, BlueSky Friends! 😊❤️ Have a festive, snowy steam train picture to enjoy 🎄🚂

(Photo taken at Stone Gables Estate - Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania)
At Stone Gables Estate, a replica of an 1860’s steam locomotive and passenger train sit at the boarding area amidst a snowy backdrop. Christmas lights are strong on the nearby trees and the sun is beginning to set.
December 26, 2025 at 4:27 AM
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New Santa Train Videos Thread:

Woodstown Central Railroad - Santa Steam Specials in South Jersey
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Woodstown Central Railroad - Santa Steam Specials in South Jersey
YouTube video by Christopher Kovacs
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December 24, 2025 at 8:59 PM
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More Santa Train goodness in Pennsylvania and New Jersey!

My first time visiting Woodstown Central and a last shot of snow at New Hope & Ivyland a few days before. 🚂🎄
New Hope & Ivyland 2-8-0 #40 (Built by Baldwin in December 1925 - 100 Years Old This Year!) stands with her train at the iconic “Witch Hat” station at New Hope, PA. #40 on the run-around siding at Lahaska, PA. Woodstown Central #9, a former U.S. Army 0-6-0 (Built by ALCO in 1942), sits at South Woodstown station with her train. Pausing between trips for a top up on water for her tender, #9 stands at South Woodstown station.
December 21, 2025 at 2:06 AM
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Steam in the snow is a beautiful sight… especially if you have as pretty an engine as this! 😉

Special thanks to the Star Barn estate railroad crews for their hospitality and braving the cold to put on a lovely show! 🎄🚂
Side view of Pennsylvania Railroad 4-4-0 #331 (formerly known as Central Pacific #63, “Leviathan”). #331 and her short train chug through the woods around the Star Barn property. Stopped at Ironstone Halt, the current end of track. #331 and the train posed in the fading sunlight, as the Christmas lights come on.
December 17, 2025 at 1:50 PM
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Who doesn’t love a Rapido Trains Mystery Box? Here’s what I got in mine! 😎🎄

(Detailed photos in the thread below)
An assortment of products from the Rapido Trains Mystery Box, including a locomotive, two boxcars, a truck trailer and a liquor glass.
December 1, 2025 at 3:08 AM
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Coming to my YouTube Channel at 5:00pm today: youtu.be/7Y_HxMoo_Xw
The 2025 Summerville Doubleheader - Railfan Version (02 November 2025)
YouTube video by Christopher Kovacs
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November 14, 2025 at 3:28 PM
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Here’s the full video of my trip to the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum to see their two steam engines in action! 😊🚂

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A Southern Steam Salute - The 2025 Doubleheader to Summerville
YouTube video by Christopher Kovacs
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November 10, 2025 at 6:44 PM
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I survived the Great Summerville FoamFest of 2025 😅 It was great seeing both 630 and 4501 doublehead a train - both engines put on a splendid show!

Below are some pictures and video clips from the weekend’s activities 😊
Profile Shot of Southern Railway steam locomotive #4501 Profile Shot of Southern Railway steam locomotive #630
November 3, 2025 at 2:09 PM
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N&W 611 iPhone Rush Footage from my adventure with her on the weekend of October 10th-12th:

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N&W 611 iPhone Rush Footage
YouTube video by Christopher Kovacs
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October 30, 2025 at 1:33 AM
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My coverage of 611’s excursions from the weekend of October 10th-12th! Thanks to everyone involved for putting on a great show!

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Norfolk & Western 611: Storming Through The Shenandoah Valley
YouTube video by Christopher Kovacs
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October 20, 2025 at 5:18 PM
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Current Mood…
Screenshot of Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen looking distraught after yet another playoff loss to the Kansas City Chiefs, edited with text that says “PAIN” in the top right.
October 14, 2025 at 1:00 AM
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SAM Shortline is an underrated excursion operation and folks need to see how good it is 😊
October 5, 2025 at 6:54 PM
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This is why railroads should NOT listen to hedge fund bros who are only in it for a quick buck.
metalheadrailfan.bsky.social metalheadrailfan 🔞 @metalheadrailfan.bsky.social · Oct 2
BNSF continues to be the only based Class 1.
October 2, 2025 at 5:35 PM
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"There are more of us, than of them. . . .

"That doesn't stop what RFK Jr. is doing to public health, or Pete Hegseth to the military. But it's crucial to bear in mind."
— @jfallows.bsky.social
Preserving Our Sanity, During Insane Times.
The daily flow of disaster is simply overwhelming. Here are some people with reflections on how to avoid becoming paralyzed and instead take positive steps.
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September 30, 2025 at 11:23 PM
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Bruh
Drawing if a tired puppy with the caption; "This too shall pass but like wtf"
September 18, 2025 at 11:59 AM
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If you can see this, quote the energy you bring to BlueSky.
September 16, 2025 at 10:29 AM
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Lots of things going on now that I’m in Georgia! Below is a thread of images from my most recent travels!

Sights include:
-Southeastern Railway Museum
-Stone Mountain Scenic Railroad
-North Georgia Live Steamers
A classic line marks the side of Atlantic Coast Line business car #307 at the Southeastern Railway Museum. The car is painted in the colors of the short-lived New Georgia Railroad. GE 50-ton switcher #3 and SW7 #8202 sit outside of the Southeastern Railway Museum’s display areas. Both engines are used for short train rides around the property. Savannah & Atlanta 4-6-2 #750 (built by ALCO in 1910) is a star attraction of the museum, after enjoying a long career in regular passenger service and as part of the Southern Railway steam program. A Miniature Train Company G-16 circles part of the museum grounds. This train (and a sister set) used to work at the Birmingham Zoo before coming to the museum.
September 14, 2025 at 10:44 PM
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Some clues of my new digs 😉
Visitors Center and Southern Railway Caboose in Warner Robins, GA The former passenger station that was in the nearby town of Elberta. Central of Georgia Railroad 2-8-0 #509, displayed in Macon, GA NS road power taking a local freight out of Macon, GA
August 29, 2025 at 11:53 PM
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*Insert “I Know How The Moon Must Feel” Here* 🚂😌
August 4, 2025 at 4:33 PM
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Steam Trains - Big and Small - At the Strasburg Railroad!
Canadian National 2-6-0 #89 arrives at East Strasburg, as passengers wait to board another trip to Paradise, PA Cagney Bros. 4-4-0 #3 reverses to the loading area, whistling for a crossing
August 4, 2025 at 4:20 PM
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That’s right bitch we do it different in York County
August 2, 2025 at 12:24 AM
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I don’t post photos of myself very much, but here’s a look at me volunteering at the South Carolina Railroad Museum this past weekend. 😊🚂
Giving the traditional call of “Y’ALL ABOARD!” as we board passengers for one of the Blue Granite Express trips. During the ride, I relay the history of the railroad and local area to the passengers. While waiting for the passengers of our BBQ Dinner Train to finish eating at Rion Quarry, I take some time to “talk shop” with Robert - another dedicated volunteer.
July 21, 2025 at 5:57 PM
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During some conversation about “Galaxy Express 999” in a Discord server, I noted Maetel’s attire being similar to my OC, Callie’s outfit.

With special thanks to @beatlewolf.bsky.social, the vision became reality! 😊
A drawing of Callie (my OC) dressed as Maetel from the anime “Galaxy Express 999l
July 7, 2025 at 7:57 PM
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On the Rockton, Rion & Western, there are two beautiful structures that visitors can see during the ride.

One is a sharecropper’s cabin and the other is the Greenbrier School, made out of Winnsboro Blue Granite.
Sharecropper’s Cabin at Summit The Greenbrier School, built in 1941 from Winnsboro Blue Granite. Decommissioned in 1981, it was later turned into a private residence. The current owner is a music teacher who works for the University of South Carolina.
July 3, 2025 at 5:07 PM