Ongoing infrastructure investment, a push toward decarbonization and the challenge of recruiting the next generation of inland mariners are all defining the coming year’s challenges for the inland waterways. Read More
Features
Stories on some of the unique and colorful people who populate the barge industry. Human-interest articles on companies and individuals who make a difference in people’s lives, all while keeping the boats and barges moving.
For the 22nd year, Seamen’s Church Institute (SCI) welcomed members of the inland river transportation community for the River Bell Awards Luncheon. This year, the sold-out event was… Read More
This fall’s low water brought to mind the drought of 1988, when the barge industry faced similar hardships. Capt. Mike Rushing, now owner of Rushing Marine Service, participated in… Read More
Busy during the holidays? Here are some good quick recipes to keep everyone happy and smiling! The parmesan chicken recipe really is quick and easy. All you are really… Read More
For the river industry, 2022 was defined by an unprecedented global drought and heat wave. The summer broke records for heat and drought all over the northern hemisphere… Read More
The Waterways Journal presents some of our favorite photos from 2022. Please click on the slideshow below. Read More
The last of more than 11,000 knitted and crocheted hats and scarves will be packed up with hand-made Christmas cards within the next week as part of the “Christmas… Read More
November 3 marked the return of an in-person ERL Inc. open house event, previously canceled due to COVID restrictions in 2020 and 2021. The annual event—held at shop… Read More
If you or someone you know has high blood pressure, there are ways to lower it. Having high blood pressure means your heart must work harder to… Read More
With the Mississippi River dipping below low water marks not seen in decades, many people who live beside it are seizing the opportunity to venture along the… Read More
