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Access to reliable transportation is one of the most overlooked factors shaping a student’s ability to succeed. Across campuses in Ohio and beyond, students are navigating the realities of getting to class, work, and daily responsibilities, often without consistent options. In this piece, student advocate Reese Bush explores how transit access impacts real lives and why student voices are essential in shaping what comes next.

Apr 30, 2026

Reese Bush

When Getting to Class Isn’t Guaranteed: Why Transit Matters for Ohio Students

Access to reliable transportation is one of the most overlooked factors shaping a student’s ability to succeed. Across campuses in Ohio and beyond, students are navigating the realities of getting to class, work, and daily responsibilities, often without consistent options. In this piece, student advocate Reese Bush explores how transit access impacts real lives and why student voices are essential in shaping what comes next.

Momentum Is Building for Passenger Rail: Now What?

The Ohio Rail Summit brought together nearly 200 advocates, leaders, and community members for a day focused on one question: what comes next for passenger rail in Ohio? From big-picture vision to on-the-ground progress, the conversations throughout the day made one thing clear: momentum is building, and the path forward is taking shape.

Full Speed Ahead: All Aboard Ohio Celebrates Amtrak’s Historic Long-Distance Fleet Overhaul

Amtrak is launching its largest-ever Long Distance train order! Discover what the upcoming fleet of 800+ modern, American-made railcars means for Ohio's Floridian, Lake Shore Limited, and Cardinal routes

Full Steam Ahead: New Siemens Factory Promises Faster Delivery for Next-Gen Trains

Siemens Mobility has officially opened its new $220M rail manufacturing plant. Learn how this massive expansion will speed up the delivery of next-generation trains, including the Amtrak Airo, and accelerate Ohio's passenger rail renaissance.

So You Want Trains? Join a Local AAO Chapter, or Start One!

How community and advocacy locally supports connectivity statewide. Get involved in a chapter in many Ohio cities.

A Budget Breakdown: How State-Level Transportation Funding Works in Ohio

Dive into the taxes and funds that make up the Buckeye State’s transportation budget. Plus, see side-by-side comparisons of where the money is (and isn’t) dedicated to passenger rail.

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The inaugural Ohio Rail Summit brought together advocates, leaders, and community members from across the state and beyond for a day of conversation, connection, and forward-looking ideas. From keynote speakers to candid moments between sessions, these photos capture the energy in the room and the people driving this work forward.

All Aboard Ohio

Inside the Inaugural Ohio Rail Summit

Erin Subtirelu

Momentum Is Building for Passenger Rail: Now What?

The 250 Buckeye Train took off from Columbus today, tracing historic routes to the Dennison Depot! But the best part? The train rolled right past the site of the future Columbus Amtrak Station.

Ryan Pecaut

Passenger Train Returns to Columbus - The 250 Buckeye Train

View exclusive photos of the new Amtrak trains. Explore concept pictures of the upcoming long-distance fleet, including modern seating, sleeper rooms, and dining.

Ryan Pecaut

Get a First Look at Amtrak's New Long-Distance Fleet Images

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Full Speed Ahead: All Aboard Ohio Celebrates Amtrak’s Historic Long-Distance Fleet Overhaul

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Apr 30, 2026

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WBNS 10 Columbus

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WKRC Local12 Cincinnati

Push to bring passenger rail back to Ohio gains momentum at Columbus summit

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WSYX ABC6 Columbus

Passenger rail service linking Cincinnati to Ohio's other major cities gains momentum

Apr 18, 2026

WKRC Local 12 Cincinnati

Experts Weigh in on State of Passenger Rail Efforts in Ohio

Apr 13, 2026

Columbus Underground

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