Omaha Mayor Statement On U.P. - Norfolk Southern Deal

Omaha Mayor John Ewing Junior issues a statement on the news of Omaha-based Union Pacific's purchase of Norfolk Southern R.R.

"Omaha and Union Pacific have a long, proud, shared history. U.P.’s decision to remain headquartered in Omaha and keep its name gives us confidence in a long, proud, shared future. We would welcome any future employees from the combined railroads to settle in Omaha."

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