Steam locomotive ‘Big Boy’ headed our way

Train buffs and the curious are in for a treat on Thursday as Big Boy No. 4014, the famed Union Pacific steam locomotive built in the 1940s to conquer mountains while carrying equipment in support of World War II, passes through Eunice. Big Boy is on a 10-state tour and will arrive in Louisiana on Thursday. Big Boy will make eight whistle-stops in southern Louisiana and will be on public displ...

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