Raleigh-to-Wilmington rail corridor proposal picking up support
State and federal leaders are optimistic a proposed passenger rail corridor from Wilmington to Raleigh will gain federal funding when grants are announced in two months.
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State and federal leaders are optimistic a proposed passenger rail corridor from Wilmington to Raleigh will gain federal funding when grants are announced in two months.
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