The Spike and Tie is the official newsletter of Blackhawk and is printed six times a year and mailed to all current members and associates in good standing.
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As a member, your premier access to the Spike and 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. - 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 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. - Blackhawk News
Updates on Blackhawk 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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