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The Half Way - Bus Station

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The Half Way - Station in Jackson, Tennessee is the oldest operating terminal in the U.S. Read the full description.

Thehalfwaybusstation_small The Half Way, also known as the Union Station Terminal, is the oldest operating bus station in the United States. It's located midway between Memphis and Nashville, in Jackson, Tennessee, and run by Mark Hallowell, who inherited the business from his father who worked for Grey Hound for 45 years.

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Piece Description

The Half Way, also known as the Union Station Terminal, is the oldest operating bus station in the United States. It's located midway between Memphis and Nashville, in Jackson, Tennessee, and run by Mark Hallowell, who inherited the business from his father who worked for Grey Hound for 45 years.

Broadcast History

WKNO-FM Stations during morning and afternoon news magazines on Monday, November 13th and Tuesday, November 14th, 2006.

Timing and Cues

Bus terminals are fast becoming a thing of the past, but in Jackson, Tennessee, the historic landmark is still bustling. WKNO's Candice Ludlow has the story...

Musical Works

Title Artist Album Label Year Length
Bus Station Dave Alvin King of California. Hightone 1994 00:10

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