Group releases report for Bedford passenger train stop Ian Price November 25, 2015 1 minute read Previously the state denied allowing a passenger platform in Bedford, but after further research the Bedford/Franklin Regional Rail Initiative asked the town council last night for an Amtrak stop. More from WFIR’s Ian Price. Share: Post navigation Previous: Virginians feeling optimistic as holidays approachNext: Changes happening at Mill Mountain Zoo Related Stories Virginia Tech secures record $75 million gift for athletics and academics Web Staff June 8, 2026 Olde Salem Brewing Company launches food service at downtown Roanoke location Clark Palmer June 5, 2026 Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport launches daily nonstop service to Dallas-Fort Worth Web Staff June 5, 2026