Tuesday, May 31, 2016
County transfers property to City of Miami for housing project
MIAMI — A number of plots of land owned by Ottawa County were transferred to the City of Miami for its Route 66 Landing development project during ... http://ift.tt/1Utqgym
Historic Jensen Point Reopens in Pacific
Fans of Historic Route 66 and the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) had plenty to celebrate this past weekend when the 77-year-old Jensen Point in ... http://ift.tt/1Ut7Qha
VIDEO: 5 things you need to see on Route 66 in Arizona
PHOENIX - For a real joy ride, jump in your car and head to Route 66! The Disney-Pixar flick "Cars" launched a meteoric rise in traffic to the Mother ... http://ift.tt/1O3rtxe
Fourth annual Rockabilly on the Route starts Thursday
“Simon and I want people to experience the atmosphere and culture of Tucumcari as well as embrace the lore and spirit of Route 66,” Davila said. http://ift.tt/1sJQfse
County record
Deputies are investigating a two-vehicle accident in the 6000 block of state Route 66. Fort Loramie Rescue, Fort Loramie Fire and Fort Loramie Police ... http://ift.tt/1O2XgOL
In pictures: Phoenix Gym hosts 'Route 66' fundraiser
Fundraisers from Phoenix Gym wound back the clocks on Bank Holiday Monday as they held their Route 66 day. Talented gymnasts from the club's ... http://ift.tt/1O1ZAWa
NW China city's 'Route 66' attracts tourists
An aerial view of a road connecting Beichangtan Village, an ancient town on the banks of the Yellow River, with Zhongwei City in Northwest China's ... http://ift.tt/1Zad1UK
Monday, May 30, 2016
Group seeing Route 66 on 2 wheels
MIAMI — Just like the early day pioneer travelers who traversed “The Mother Road” in its infancy, a group of six bicyclists are doing the same thing ... http://ift.tt/1OZsUaV
Sunday, May 29, 2016
As the sun sets Saturday, fireballs to be seen at Joliet raceway event
Route 66 Raceway will host the “Burndown at Sundown” as part of the Lucas Oil Drag Racing series held annually at the track. “The [oncoming ... http://ift.tt/1qWoknw
Minster graduation
Butler compared their journey to traveling on Route 66. Jenna Collins, left, and Erin Cavanaugh make sure they are holding their class flower, a white ... http://ift.tt/1NY4unl
Mother Road celebrates 90th year
GLEN CARBON — This year marks the 90th anniversary of the Mother Road, also known as Route 66, and enthusiasts will be welcomed to a special ... http://ift.tt/22tzFt9
Road construction and maintenance projects
State Route 66 between St. Marys-Kossuth Road and CR 66A, Lane closures May 23rd – July 1st. Traffic will be maintained in each direction through ... http://ift.tt/1slbl02
ODOT projects continue throughout area
State Route 66 between St. Marys-Kossuth Road and County Road 66A, Lane closures through July 1. Traffic will be maintained in each direction ... http://ift.tt/1U6gn6Y
Hundreds honor veterans at Route 66 PatriotFest
Hundreds honor veterans at Route 66 PatriotFest. By Lauren Partain ... Hundreds came out to the Route 66 PatriotFest Saturday. The event honors ... http://ift.tt/1TPmBe9
Saturday, May 28, 2016
Tulsa's PatriotFest Honors Fallen Service Members Over Holiday Weekend
The second annual Route 66 PatriotFest celebrated veterans, current military personnel, and honors those who have made the ultimate sacrifice. http://ift.tt/1UlG3zd
Thousands show support for military members at Route 66 PatrtiotFest
"We want to make this the largest absolute largest military-supported event in Tulsa on Route 66 and I believe we have made that accomplishment. http://ift.tt/1OUt96R
Woodstock's Vince Cooke biking Route 66 to check off bucket-list item, help cancer patients
Vince Cooke, 56, an engineer from Woodstock, will attempt to bicycle the length of U.S. Route 66 from Chicago to California for cancer research. http://ift.tt/1TMlMpK
Engines roar in west Tulsa at second-annual Route 66 PatriotFest
Daniel Presley carries an American flag as he walks along a row of classic cars at the Route 66 PatriotFest celebration in west Tulsa on Saturday. http://ift.tt/1OUttTp
Detours in place for East Hampton Memorial Day parade Monday
For those coming from the east, the detour route will begin at Route 66 and Lake Drive. Motorists will follow Lake Drive right onto Clark Hill Road and ... http://ift.tt/1NUhHxk
Friday, May 27, 2016
French auction house defends upcoming sale of sacred items
Historic Route 66 This November 2014 photo provided by the American Indian Alaska Native Tourism Association shows the view from the road to Sky ... http://ift.tt/1TJSx6Q
'Blue Carpet' tour of Route 66 set for June 11-12
The Blue Carpet Tour of Route 66 from Chatham to Collinsville is scheduled for June 11 and 12. Festivals and other events are scheduled in 13 ... http://ift.tt/1XD7oPR
Route 66 Festival plans finalized
Katie Grable, program coordinator for the Edwardsville Parks and Rec Department, has overseen many Route 66 Festivals and is looking forward to ... http://ift.tt/1NSupwr
3rd Annual Route 66 Festival in Holbrook
Holbrook will be hosting its 3rd Annual Route 66 Festival on Saturday, June 11 in downtown Holbrook. The event will feature the Route 66 Gunslinger ... http://ift.tt/20LpGhq
Chinnor & Princes Risborough Railway celebrates top Government award by becoming Route 66 ...
The freight company promised one of its flagship Class 66 diesel ... will be running between Princes Risborough and Chinnor stations for the Route 66 ... http://ift.tt/1NSun7N
Library features exhibit on photographer's Southwest trips
The Wigwam Motel in Holbrook Ariz. off the historic Route 66. This motel is one of the chain's three surviving locations, in which guests pull their cars ... http://ift.tt/1qOMe4q
One confirmed dead after semi catches fire, topples off Turner Turnpike overpass in Sapulpa
SAPULPA — At least one person is dead after a semi truck careened off a Turner Turnpike overpass above Route 66 and caught fire early Friday, the ... http://ift.tt/1TIVGAC
Thursday, May 26, 2016
Best bets: Friday, May 27
The Route 66 PatriotFest is set from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday at 3770 Southwest Blvd. This event in the historic Red Fork area along Route 66 in Tulsa ... http://ift.tt/20J4Lve
Better Biking: Route 66 Bicycle Adventure
Peter and Tracy are off for their third cross country bicycle trip. This time, tackling Historic Route 66, on a bicycle built for two – Green Bay to Chicago ... http://ift.tt/25p8uoy
Topekan riding bike across Route 66 to raise funds for charity
Seifert, as much as possible, has been following historic Route 66 across the western half of the United States. But much of that highway is long gone, ... http://ift.tt/1UgDfU6
Lineup finalized for Edwardsville Route 66 Festival
EDWARDSVILLE — The 19th annual Edwardsville Route 66 Festival activities have been finalized for the weekend of June 10-11. The festival offers ... http://ift.tt/1sdbu5R
St. Vincent Summer Theatre offers musical tour of 'Route 66'
St. Vincent Summer Theatre offers musical tour of 'Route 66' ... Take a cruise on “Route 66,” the musical comedy by Roger Bean opening the season ... http://ift.tt/1scmT5U
Wednesday, May 25, 2016
Honoring LA's Integrated Hotels, Eateries Along Route 66
For African-Americans navigating the nation's first transcontinental road—the mythical Chicago-to-L.A. Route 66—the trip was often less than a joy ride ... http://ift.tt/248AcQy
Contingency awards added for JEGS Allstars finalists
The JEGS Allstars will be held Saturday, July 9, at Route 66 Raceway during the Route 66 NHRA Nationals. The event will again feature individual ... http://ift.tt/1WUEkoI
County record
Deputies responded to Meyer's Garage and Drive-Thru on state Route 66 in Cynthian Township on the report of a theft. -3:48 p.m.: K9 person tracking. http://ift.tt/1Z13IWU
Parade route changes to more central area
The parade originally was planned to start at the MFA Propane plant on old Route 66 and travel up Route 66 to the Cowan Civic Center. This year, the ... http://ift.tt/1WUEzA9
Murrysville area road construction plans include Route 366
Freeport Road, from Route 66 to the municipal line. This project will be shared with the municipality of Murrysville. • Possible additional alternatives ... http://ift.tt/1WPlLkZ
Firefighters injured when car hits tanker
The accident occurred at the intersection of old Route 66 and Woodlawn Road. Southbound Route 66 remains closed. The firefighters were ... http://ift.tt/25i8RxI
'Walk for Hope' From Illinois to Cibola County FRANCIS WALKING ON OLD ROUTE 66 TO DRAW ...
CIBOLA COUNTY – Many people, including business owners and government officials, are concerned about the area's economy. However, are there ... http://ift.tt/1WPlPkH
Cross-country bicyclists brake in Highland on 'Route 66' tour
Two bicyclists are “getting their kicks on Route 66” as they peddled through Highland last week en route from Brooklyn, N.Y., to Los Angeles, Calif., ... http://ift.tt/1UdNWXh
Route 66 PatriotFest This Saturday In Tulsa
The event is the Route 66 PatriotFest and it is being held along Southwest Boulevard and the Route 66 Village and Webster High School. http://ift.tt/1OXmaiX
"Route 66" Rivalry - Wacha Falters In Cubs Rout To Tie Series
"Route 66" Rivalry - Wacha Falters In Cubs Rout To Tie Series ... The "Route 66" rivalry, Chicago Cubs hosted by the St. Louis Cardinals, series tied ... http://ift.tt/1UdOfl7
Final plans announced for Route 66 Festival
The 19th Annual Edwardsville Route 66 Festival activities have been ... to “drive” their cardboard cars in the Route 66 Cardboard Car Parade at 2 p.m. ... http://ift.tt/1VicIbb
Oakland Cemetery Bridge On-Schedule for Reconstruction Next Year
A bridge that carries more than 6,000 Route 66 motorists over Crooked Creek daily will go out for bid late this Fall. The Oakland Cemetery bridge ... http://ift.tt/1TEfB3K
Road closure for BNSF crossing maintenance
Maintenance by Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railroad will cause the east end of W. Lowry Rd., nearest U.S. Route 66, to be closed Thursday ... http://ift.tt/20ADrPN
Colorado murder suspect who outran police arrested in Flagstaff
At about 1:15 p.m. May 15, Bastidos' girlfriend ran into the lobby of a hotel located in the 2900 block of East Route 66 claiming the man she was ... http://ift.tt/1XUlHQx
Tuesday, May 24, 2016
St. Vincent Summer Theatre's trip down 'Route 66' taps into nostalgia
St. Vincent Summer Theatre's 'Route 66' stars Eddie Brandt (kneeling) and (standing from left_ Ryan Patrick Kearney, Nick Ziobro and David M. Toole/ http://ift.tt/20yF0Ob
Route 66 PatriotFest aims to honor veterans, share their stories to celebrate Memorial Day
City Councilor Connie Dodson speaks about PatriotFest during a press conference in Route 66 Village, Tuesday May 24, 2016. JESSIE ... http://ift.tt/1WgYlFi
Arizona drivers can soon get Route 66 license plate
House Bill 2145, also known as the, AZ Route 66 License Plate Bill, was passed on May 11 and later signed by Gov. Doug Ducey. The new law will ... http://ift.tt/1TVfVs6
NM (Lack Of) Excellence Seen In Nuke Museum Approach
Lured by well executed publicity, I went to see the underwhelming (small and crowded) exhibit, “America's Road: The Journey of Route 66,” that ... http://ift.tt/1WgBqdj
Historic Route 66 specialty license plates coming to Arizona
Steve Wingenfeld, a specialist in collector car insurance, packed up his wife and grandkids recently for the annual three-day Route 66 Fun Run. http://ift.tt/1RokBF9
Lobeck Taylor Foundation Launches Kitchen 66
The reason for the name is Ellison's eventual plan to relocate the space onto 11th Street and Route 66 to create a food hub, or market, as found in ... http://ift.tt/1WgBCcm
Daytripping: Go south on Route 53 to see bison, race cars, antiques
Heading toward the bison going south on Route 53 from Joliet – accessible via Interstate 80 – you'll pass Chicagoland Speedway and Route 66 ... http://ift.tt/1Rok0U2
Go back in time with trip to Williams
You park on a dirt lot to the south of Old Route 66 and the inclination is start hiking to the south, because that's where you are, but the trailhead is on ... http://ift.tt/1XRW1UR
Iconic Route 66 motel goes up in flames, displaces 60 people
Firefighters battled a blaze this morning when the Desert Sands motel on Central SE went up in flames. (KOAT). ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — Nearly 60 ... http://ift.tt/1WQgCcZ
Monday, May 23, 2016
And he will drive 500 miles...
The North Coast 500 is an iconic route measuring just over 500 miles in the North Highlands. It is Scotland's answer to Route 66, showcasing stunning ... http://ift.tt/1WeC2jz
The Morning Brew: Retracing Route 66
Bailey wanted to highlight some of the city's disappearing Route 66 artifacts, like the Carlyle Motel sign. It's long gone, all hacked up and scattered ... http://ift.tt/1NHx3oQ
Sunday, May 22, 2016
Edmond dedicates its largest piece of artwork
The dedication ceremony of the Edmond public art statue, Touch the Clouds, by Dave McGary, along Route 66 on the University of Central Oklahoma ... http://ift.tt/20p9hPr
Road panel pushes Lone Tree improvement to relieve Milton congestion
The Regional Transportation Plan Steering Committee is recommending a railroad overpass for Lone Tree to East Route 66, widening Lone Tree ... http://ift.tt/1TPvnGd
Authors to discuss saving historic Route 66 signs
AT PAGE ONE: In celebration of the store's 35th anniversary, University of New Mexico professors and local authors Mark C. Childs and Ellen D. http://ift.tt/25fT1ak
City councilor says Route 66 PatriotFest to double in size from inaugural year
City Councilor Jeannie Cue said the 2016 Route 66 PatriotFest still needs volunteers, from working the KidZone to handling parking and T-shirt sales. http://ift.tt/1qCkz6z
Friday, May 20, 2016
Barbecue expert Steven Raichlen schedules Amarillo dinner, talk
Raichlen is looking forward to being back in Amarillo and Route 66. ... to Amarillo before and I really enjoyed and I am excited to be back on Route 66. http://ift.tt/1OF6fQQ
Family starts bid to raise cash to scatter ashes along Route 66
'Her dream was to go to Route 66 in the USA and ride along there. ... we would like to raise some money for her family to take her ashes to Route 66. http://ift.tt/1XEsXjz
Beyond Route 66: 10 more road trips that should be on your bucket list
This year the most famous road trip in the world, Route 66, celebrates its 90th anniversary. Sprawling across the USA, it truly is a life-changing ... http://ift.tt/1qytWEh
Thursday, May 19, 2016
Route 66 10K celebrates 10th annual running
EDWARDSVILLE - Runners are growing excited about the approach of the Metro Milers' 10th annual Route 66 10K on June 11th. What began as a ... http://ift.tt/1W5rao8
Police log: Auto theft
According to the Flagstaff Police Department report, the vehicle was stolen from a motel in the 3100 block of East Route 66 at about 11:30 a.m. ... http://ift.tt/27FFfMI
Rustlin' up some vittles
... as last year — from the MFA Propane plant on old Route 66, up Route 66 to the Cowan Civic Center and ending at the Laclede County Fairgrounds. http://ift.tt/1WETLB2
Summer Theatre Rehearsing for Comedy 'Route 66' Opening May 26
Saint Vincent Summer Theatre is currently in rehearsals for the musical, Route 66, opening on May 26, directed by Greggory Brandt. The production ... http://ift.tt/253UdtH
EgyptAir flight with 66 on board crashes en route to Cairo
CAIRO — An EgyptAir flight from Paris to Cairo with 66 passengers and crew on board crashed in the Mediterranean Sea off the Greek island of Crete ... http://ift.tt/1WETs9r
Jet with 66 aboard crashes en route from France to Egypt; terrorism suspected
CAIRO >> An EgyptAir jetliner bound from Paris to Cairo with 66 people aboard crashed in the Mediterranean Sea early Thursday after a mysterious ... http://ift.tt/1U2z7UM
Beyond Route 66: 10 more road trips that should be on your bucket list
The less famous cousin of Route 66 is still an all-American road trip, with a large scoop of culture on the side. With music around every corner, Route ... http://ift.tt/23YffYv
Route 66 is inspiration at Lincoln Art Institute
Members of the Logan County Arts will honor the role Route 66 has made in our history and culture at their show in June. The show titled “Get Your ... http://ift.tt/27DePeA
EgyptAir plane carrying 66 crashes en route from Paris to Cairo
CAIRO – An EgyptAir flight from Paris to Cairo with 66 passengers and crew on board crashed in the Mediterranean Sea early Thursday morning, ... http://ift.tt/1OB6v3i
EgyptAir plane carrying 66 disappears en route from Paris to Cairo
CAIRO – An EgyptAir flight from Paris to Cairo with 66 passengers and crew members on board disappeared from radar early Thursday morning, the ... http://ift.tt/1XBCZBZ
EgyptAir flight 804 disappears en route from Paris to Cairo with 66 on board
An EgyptAir Airbus A320 carrying at least 56 passengers and 10 crew members went off the radar after departing from Paris and heading to Cairo, the ... http://ift.tt/1OB6EUm
Wednesday, May 18, 2016
Search is on for missing EgyptAir flight with 66 on board that disappeared over Mediterranean
CAIRO, Egypt — EgyptAir Flight 804 heading from Paris to Cairo disappeared from radar with 66 people on board, the airline said Wednesday night. http://ift.tt/1qvytYm
Route 66 tourism success shared at Barstow conference
Officials from small towns in New Mexico and Illinois on Wednesday shared their experiences on the economic development potential of Route 66 at ... http://ift.tt/1U0vaje
Art Briefs
OurSpace presents for its Third Thursday Literary Night, May 19, “Sisters Get Their Kicks on Route 66,” by Karen West and Susan Ford-West. This is a ... http://ift.tt/1sAjHBv
Highway 54 repairs planned
Perea said there is a concern on a section of the highway near Route 66 that narrows to 80 feet. He said fitting the proposed changes into this section ... http://ift.tt/1TfV3RY
Third Thursday | Aaron Sachs
JULY, Route 66 - Get your Kicks while enjoying our our Route 66 Festival bands on the Aaron Sachs Stage! We will also be giving out Route 66 ... http://ift.tt/1TZpA3x
Fixie Dave takes to Route 66 for Kids On Bikes
His charity ride will begin in Chicago and follow Route 66 to the Santa Monica pier in California. He hopes to raise $15,000 for Kids on Bikes before ... http://ift.tt/1TnKHhb
TORC Tickets on Sale for Chicago Race in June
The Dirt Oval at Route 66 Raceway will see championship trucks in three pro classes tackle a custom-built course. The series transforms the half-mile ... http://ift.tt/1TjAMpi
Tuesday, May 17, 2016
Normal Council Approves Purchase Of Former Route 66 Fuel Station
The Normal Town Council approved $606,000 to renovate the former Sprague's Super Service fuel station along Route 66. Former Illinois State ... http://ift.tt/1swTML3
Route 66 Gas Station Will Get New Life
The Town Of Normal is setting its sights on capturing more visitors along Route 66. The council decided on Monday to purchase and maintain a ... http://ift.tt/1YzWk4R
The guidebook that kept African Americans safe on Route 66
A road marking of the historic Route 66 sign is seen painted on the street of the town of Kingman, on October 31, 2010. AFP PHOTO / ALEXANDER ... http://ift.tt/1XxO0nR
ODOT projects continue throughout area
State Route 66 between South Park Drive and Quellhorst Road, 24-hour bridge closure through June 1. The official detour is state Route 219 to state ... http://ift.tt/1YzWoS5
Get your kicks: Learn about Route 66
Albuquerque Museum will focus on the culture of “our” piece of the road in the exhibition “Route 66: Radiance, Rust and Revival on the Mother Road.”. http://ift.tt/1TlFnLg
Normal council votes to buy historic gas station on Route 66
NORMAL, Ill. (AP) — The town of Normal plans to pay $600,000 to buy and renovate a historic former gas station that's a Route 66 landmark. http://ift.tt/1sv206e
Normal council votes to buy historic gas station on Route 66
NORMAL, Ill. (AP) - The town of Normal plans to pay $600,000 to buy and renovate a historic former gas station that's a Route 66 landmark. http://ift.tt/24XfntB
Claremore's top accident locations along Route 66
Those intersections with U.S. Route 66 — ranked in order from highest number of incidents to lowest — are at Patti Page Blvd., W. Country Club Rd., ... http://ift.tt/1sv1OUJ
Vintage sites considered important in LA's African American history could receive special protection
In particular, the Hayes was a refuge for African American travelers who made their way west on the legendary cross-country highway U.S. Route 66, ... http://ift.tt/1OxAc5v
Today: Will They Stand With Bernie? Route 66's Ugly Past.
Route 66 inspired a song, a TV show and the movie “Cars.” It was immortalized in the novel “The Grapes of Wrath.” But for African Americans it could ... http://ift.tt/1rRk9dL
Normal approves purchase, restoration of Route 66 service station
NORMAL – The Normal Town Council has voted 6-1 to purchase and help restore a historic service station on Route 66. Officials believe the station at ... http://ift.tt/1OxAh9h
Route 66 symposium to be held Wednesday
The California Historic Route 66 Association will present "The art of the possible, tapping into California Route 66's boundless economic and tourism ... http://ift.tt/1rRk7Th
Avon Middle School teacher to bike across country for charity
Avon Middle School teacher Tim Wearsch displays the skill that he will use on his 3,100-mile bike trip from California to Washington, D.C., starting ... http://ift.tt/1TkeHKM
Monday, May 16, 2016
Route 66 landmark Gay Parita makes comeback
Crowds pulled over for years to meet a guy known as the ambassador of Route 66. The Gay Parita is Gary Turner's tribute to the Mother Road, as the ... http://ift.tt/259sE5R
Ryburn: Gift shop is phase one of Sprague's plan
Ryburn, who holds a doctorate in history from Illinois State University and wrote her dissertation about Route 66, will continue to live on the second ... http://ift.tt/1TFJ0YE
Normal looks to revive Route 66 landmark as tourist draw
A historic former gas station and Route 66 landmark in Normal could become a city-owned tourist attraction. The City Council is scheduled to vote ... http://ift.tt/259sECW
Town of Normal looks to restore iconic Route 66 landmark
NORMAL, Ill.- One woman is looking to partner with the town of Normal to restore an iconic Route 66 landmark. Route 66, an American icon that ... http://ift.tt/1Tjl8Oc
Normal looks to revive Route 66 landmark as tourism draw
NORMAL — A historic former gas station and Route 66 landmark in Normal could become a city-owned tourist attraction. The (Bloomington) ... http://ift.tt/1TTKGNP
Normal looks to revive Route 66 landmark as tourist draw
Normal looks to revive Route 66 landmark as tourist draw ... NORMAL, Ill. (AP) — A historic former gas station and Route 66 landmark in Normal could ... http://ift.tt/1Tjl4OH
Summer Theatre Opens 48th Season with Musical Comedy 'Route 66' May 26
Saint Vincent Summer Theatre opens its 48th season of professional theatre with the laugh-out-loud musical treat, Route 66, written and created by ... http://ift.tt/1qoPvHs
How a digital divide leaves parts of rural America isolated
Navajo Nation: a sign honors veterans along the side of Indian Route 15 near Luepp, Arizona. Photograph: Brian Leddy for the Guardian. http://ift.tt/1WALIW4
It's More than a Bus: Democracy, Gentrification and Urbanicide in Albuquerque
Envisioned as a ramped-up, rapid ride system centered on nine miles of Central Avenue, the main drag of the Duke City and historic Route 66, the ... http://ift.tt/1TjlUtn
Normal looks to revive Route 66 landmark as tourist draw
NORMAL, Ill. -- A historic former gas station and Route 66 landmark in Normal could become a city-owned tourist attraction. The (Bloomington) ... http://ift.tt/1XualTb
Tulsa plans food truck court on Route 66
TULSA, Okla. (AP) - Masa food truck owners Robert Carnoske and Chad Wilcox don't mind making the drive to Oklahoma City to park at the Bleu ... http://ift.tt/1Th3BWZ
Sunday, May 15, 2016
Book a Harley-Davidson and stand a chance to ride on Route 66
As part of the contest, the winner will get a unique opportunity to ride on the highly acclaimed Route 66 across the US on Harley-Davidson's latest ... http://ift.tt/27qx6Ma
Flagstaff police issue alert for man wanted for homicide in Colorado
The car sped off, and continued east along Route 66. The car drove around Mall Way, heading back west on Route 66 before getting on westbound ... http://ift.tt/1Tg43kV
Normal looks to revive Route 66 landmark as tourist draw
NORMAL, Ill. (AP) - A historic former gas station and Route 66 landmark in Normal could become a city-owned tourist attraction. The (Bloomington) ... http://ift.tt/1sg1Grd
Normal looks to revive Route 66 landmark as tourist draw
NORMAL, Ill. (AP) — A historic former gas station and Route 66 landmark in Normal could become a city-owned tourist attraction. The (Bloomington) ... http://ift.tt/1TghViA
Outdoors: Enjoying Lake Overholser
Lake Overholser, just off old Route 66 between Council Road and Morgan Road, is Oklahoma City's oldest reservoir. Built in 1919 to provide water to ... http://ift.tt/1sg1Kaq
Route 66 exhibit tells the history of famous highway
Now through September the National Museum of Nuclear Science and History will showcase “America's Road: The Journey of Route 66. http://ift.tt/1Xt6Zjt
New turning lane to relieve Flagstaff congestion on Historic Route 66
Flagstaff City Hall in Arizona is on the corner of N. Humphreys Street and Route 66. | Courtesy of Wikimedia Commons. The Arizona Department of ... http://ift.tt/23TjcO6
Supernova Froyo: frozen treats that are out of this world
Mark Denune, left, and his son Matthew Denune, right, stand in their new frozen yogurt shop, Supernova Froyo, located at 20 East Route 66 in ... http://ift.tt/1rNi7vk
Normal to vote on buying, renovating Route 66 historic site
The former Sprague's service station is at the corner of Walnut and Pine streets in Normal. In its heyday it served motorists coming into town on Route ... http://ift.tt/1qlJvPF
Supernova Froyo
... left, and his son Matthew Denune, right, stand in their new frozen yogurt shop, Supernova Froyo, located at 20 East Route 66 in downtown Flagstaff. http://ift.tt/1Tf1KBS
Saturday, May 14, 2016
Barrow Island take Route 66 against Cockermouth
BARROW Island took Route 66 as they marched to victory over Cockermouth in the West Cumbria League at Rating Lane. The hosts made it three ... http://ift.tt/24S3lBB
Friday, May 13, 2016
Police log: Drunken driving GTA
... the suspect stole a water truck from a construction site located at the southwest corner of North First Street and East Route 66 last Saturday evening. http://ift.tt/1WvyE4n
Love for history sees Barnard Castle author Andrew unravel Penrith's secrets
The 51-year-old said: “After watching Billy Connolly's TV Show about Route 66 in America, I thought the route A66 is much older and more historic. http://ift.tt/225HV2p
#ODRecap: Nissan to acquire 34 per cent of Mitsubishi, Harley-Davidson contest to tour Route 66 ...
Harley Davidson 1200 Custom (15). Harley-Davidson is offering one lucky rider the chance to tour America's legendary Route 66. To enter the contest, ... http://ift.tt/1Tb7HzW
Harley-Davidson lets riders discover more with dream opportunity to tour legendary Route 66
“There's nothing quite like motorcycle touring. It's not about ripping along but about the journey and the wind in your face. And there's no better bike to ... http://ift.tt/1sjxiNh
A drive down Americas Road: Route 66 exhibition opens this weekend
A vintage 1965 Ford Mustang, part of “America's Road: The Journey of Route 66” at the National Museum of Nuclear Science and History. http://ift.tt/1TaokbC
Cash competition: Race to Win at Route 66 Casino carries $10000 in prizes
Route 66 is curbing your hunger this month with a new Rib & Shrimp Fest specialty dinner every Saturday evening at Buffet 66. The dinner will include ... http://ift.tt/1sjxhsU
Harley Davidson offers a chance to ride across Legendary Route 66 in the US
Under the Discover More campaign, Harley-Davidson is offering one lucky rider a chance to ride Route 66 across the US on Harley-Davidson's latest ... http://ift.tt/1TaokbA
Thursday, May 12, 2016
Harley-Davidson offering the chance to tour Route 66
Harley-Davidson is offering one lucky rider the chance to tour America's legendary Route 66. Under the Discover More campaign, the winner will get ... http://ift.tt/1TJAhnW
Budget deal emerges at City Hall with money for new library, pool
$1.45 million toward design of a Route 66 visitor center of some kind. More money would be needed to finance construction of the center. At a budget ... http://ift.tt/24UhXDY
Senior News for May 13, 2016
HUDSON — “Spring Clean and Detox Your Home” will be held 6-7:30 p.m. May 16 at the Extension Education Center, 479 Route 66, Hudson. http://ift.tt/1X53iQo
Harley Davidson launches the 'Discover More' campaign
The winner will get to ride Route 66 across the US on Harley-Davidson's latest touring model, with all expenses paid and US $1,000 of spending ... http://ift.tt/1TIzBiF
Hot Summer Nights
The theme for the May 13 event is "Route 66: Detour to the Lake," celebrating the 90th anniversary of this fabled highway, which first took root in 1926 ... http://ift.tt/1X4AeIE
Overwatch Easter eggs - StarCraft, WoW and more
On Route 66 you'll come across this game of cards. While the fronts are ye-olde-traditional playing cards with boring clubs and diamonds, the backs ... http://ift.tt/1NrJ2GZ
5 things you need to know today, and celebrating Route 66 all summer
Two new endeavors will spotlight the historic road and its local and national significance, with the hope of drawing lots of tourists. Read on for that and ... http://ift.tt/1TREyZl
Flagstaff to get new turn lanes on highway to Grand Canyon
One of the new lanes will be on southbound North Humphreys Street at the intersection with Historic Route 66. The other new lane will be on ... http://ift.tt/1NrJ2GT
Two new restaurants coming to Lake Norman development
The mixed-use development LangTree at Lake Norman, off I-77, will soon be home to two new restaurants, Block & Grinder and Route 66. Novant ... http://ift.tt/1TREyZd
Harley-Davidson Offers Dream Ride on Legendary Route 66
"Route 66 evokes the romance and history of the great American road trip. We hope the lucky winner of the Discover More campaign will be able to ... http://ift.tt/1T7lk37
Book a Harley Davidson and win a chance to ride across US
Under the Discover More campaign, the winner will get to ride Route 66 across the US on Harley-Davidson's latest touring model, with all expenses ... http://ift.tt/1QZWWKQ
Gotta Do It 5
In this program, hear about caravans and the “Wright-mobiles” and also look at the many Wright-designed buildings on or near Route 66 in 15 ... http://ift.tt/1T7lk2Y
Discover More contest: Buy a big Harley, tour the legendary Route 66 – all expenses paid!
For all those of you who have day dreamed about being able to ride on the legendary Route 66 someday, here's an opportunity. Those of you who ... http://ift.tt/1QZWUmq
Grand Canyon-bound traffic headaches in Flagstaff getting a solution
Using $1.9 million in federal funding, ADOT and the city will add turn lanes where North Humphreys Street (U.S. 180) meets Route 66 and turn lanes ... http://ift.tt/1T7ljME
Wednesday, May 11, 2016
Joliet officials get revved up for Nitro Nite
The event, which celebrates the Route 66 NHRA Nationals at Route 66 Raceway, will be held July 7 in downtown Joliet. “It's a great event to bring ... http://ift.tt/1T6J1bU
Chelsea's New Route 66 Mural Brings In Tourists, Vandals
A new tourist attraction on Route 66 in Rogers County is bringing in visitors from all over the world, but it's also getting some unwanted attention from ... http://ift.tt/1rZbvKa
'Way Finding' signs to stay on Central despite ART project
The Albuquerque Rapid Transit Project involves putting bus lanes down the middle of Route 66, so what will happen to the iconic "Way Finding" signs ... http://ift.tt/1T6J1bR
Booming Hotel Business in Springfield
birth place of route 66," says Steve Bateman. " That's why we're here at the visitors center to find out all about what's available to travel upon route 66. ". http://ift.tt/21YP3xv
"Dream Team" begins beautification efforts in Baxter
"Historically speaking, there was a time when many residents recall that Baxter Springs was known as a type of 'Mayberry on Route 66', and they want ... http://ift.tt/1X2G7pU
Illinois Begins Rt. 66 Birthday Celebrations
Rt. 66 is often called the most famous road in the world. ... In Dwight, volunteers at the historic Dwight Texaco Station along the route gathered to kick ... http://ift.tt/1T6LIqf
Arrigoni Winery Celebrating 4th Anniversary
... farmstead that encompasses 200 acres of farmland nestled between Route 66 and the Connecticut River. The winery is family owned and operated. http://ift.tt/1rWGu9D
Kingman's generosity reaches new heights at scholarship dinner
A record number of people attended the Seventh Annual Route 66 ... The event was sponsored by the Historic Route 66 Association of Arizona. http://ift.tt/1VTuoee
Art on exhibit in US Route 66 underpass
Cherokee Nation Tribal Councilor Keith Austin (left) visited the U.S. Route 66 underpass in Chelsea during the grand opening, which showcased a ... http://ift.tt/1USOLXM
App-only bank Tandem is worth £65 million — and it hasn't even launched yet
Startup app-only bank Tandem is going public with its finances ahead of a crowdfunding campaign later this month, revealing it has raised £22 million ... http://ift.tt/1TaFXdm
Tuesday, May 10, 2016
New roadside attraction in Rogers County attracts tourists, vandals a week after opening in Chelsea
CHELSEA, Okla. -- A large community effort went into revitalizing a pedestrian underpass that extends beneath historic U.S. Route 66 in Rogers ... http://ift.tt/1T59MKj
Ssssssssssmokin'!: Butcher BBQ Stand in Wellston on target to become Oklahoma dining destination
He was also there when it unceremoniously closed in 2007 after the fry-o-later caught fire and the historic Route 66 attraction was gutted. The Pioneer ... http://ift.tt/1XkA28O
Old Town to host Route 66 birthday celebration
The city is celebrating the 90th birthday of the bygone Route 66 with an exhibit at the Albuquerque museum. The exhibit will highlight the art and ... http://ift.tt/24MnUTp
ADOT, Flagstaff team to improve traffic flow on US 180
ADOT and the city of Flagstaff are teaming to add turn lanes where North Humphreys Street (US 180) meets Historic Route 66, with the city ... http://ift.tt/1ZDhRJV
All American car show: Historical Route 66 Car Show to bring nostalgia to downtown Williams
WILLIAMS, Ariz. - Owners of classic cars, hot rods and one-of-a-kind street machines are gearing up for the first annual Historical Route 66 Car Show ... http://ift.tt/1WonLB8
Joliet Route 66 festival attracts visitors across the area
Many tourists will embark on traveling the historic Route 66 this year, building a collection of stories and memories worth sharing when they return ... http://ift.tt/23Ff4Rv
Chelsea tourist attraction attracting vandals
A new tourist attraction in Chelsea also attracted vandals last week, making it necessary for the area to be cleaned and repainted. The U.S. Route 66 ... http://ift.tt/1OlPKZP
Runners geek out, train diligently for this June's Route 66 10K Race
EDWARDSVILLE - In preparation for the 10th Annual Route 66 10K Race, which will be hitting the streets of Edwardsville on Saturday, June 11, ... http://ift.tt/1rExc29
Cadets take on 66km route
It is quite an achievement to do a total of 66k mountain bike riding. “I would also like to thank the support crew as this couldn't have happened with ... http://ift.tt/1rPBofl
Daily Almanac
Parkinsons Support Group: 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. East Sizzler, 3540 E. Route 66 and Fanning. All Parkinson's patients, caregivers and service providers ... http://ift.tt/1rEgIqI
Monday, May 9, 2016
Outdoor Fitness Park opens at Memorial Hospital
The foundation also kicked off its Route 66 Challenge to encourage the public to get active by adding at least one mile to their daily routine for 66 days ... http://ift.tt/1WlYAiJ
Local McDonald's works with schools to support education
A business on U.S. Route 66 in Claremore recently partnered with participating schools by hosting fundraising events amid state budget cuts. http://ift.tt/1UOaMH9
De Smidt takes Route 66 to KZN win
The two things that define Darin de Smidt a great set of pearly whites and a beaming smile were both on display as the lanky Krugersdorp amateur ... http://ift.tt/21PT339
Driving Electric Route 57 Across Britain and Ireland
Watch out America's Route 66, here comes Britain and Ireland's Route 57. UK automotive journalist Jess Shanahan drives 2,500 miles in a Kia Soul ... http://ift.tt/1OcsKli
Joseph City, Arizona Ella's Frontier Trading Post
Ella's Frontier is one in a long line of Route 66 trading posts that the shiny new highway passed by. Despite being able to see the trucks and travelers ... http://ift.tt/1OkyOTq
History on two wheels; Experience Route 66 on a bike
Famous in song and legend, U.S. Route 66 has long been a tourist draw for New Mexico. Now, a new map provides a bicycle-friendly way to follow the ... http://ift.tt/24GEXq2
Marshall Shore talks Route 66 at the Phippen Museum
Marshall Shore, the Hip Historian, was at the Phippen Museum this past weekend giving a presentation on the history and impact that Route 66 had ... http://ift.tt/21OC69i
Lucky 7: Indie bookstores rise for seventh straight year
21, 2015, photo, Marco P. Cremasco, 28, of Sao Paulo, Brazil, browses through Downtown Books located on the iconic Route 66 in Albuquerque, N.M.. http://ift.tt/24GEVyj
15 reasons why Route 66 is the world's greatest road trip
Route 66 is a road, but it is also the embodiment of the American Dream. When it opened in 1926, the highway became a metaphor for freedom and ... http://ift.tt/1s7bHrm
Sunday, May 8, 2016
China's 'Route-66' starts charging tourists, drivers honking mad
A scenic highway in rural Hebei Province likened to the U.S.' iconic Route-66 is now charging tourists to take a peek - and drivers are calling for ... http://ift.tt/1ZvylUy
Riliberto's: Fresh food fundraisers
Bryan and Amy Ledbetter and Brian and Chrisy Daelick own the Riliberto's Fresh Mexican Food restaurant on Route 66. The two couples are ... http://ift.tt/24FCHMj
Route 66 Parkway in Cajon Pass still needed
Our county Supervisor Robert Lovingood has looked into the Route 66 Parkway proposal but has deferred to bureaucrats who say it can't be done, ... http://ift.tt/1q7k8RI
Guide highlights American Indian link to historic Route 66
Route 66 includes historic Summit Inn at the end of Cajon Pass in California. The association is releasing a guidebook that details more than two ... http://ift.tt/24EP9Mc
Albuquerque Museum exhibit marks 90th anniversary of fabled Route 66
A ribbon of hope and dreams winds through New Mexico, carrying reinvention and redemption along a Mother Road of neon. “Route 66: Radiance ... http://ift.tt/23yQqlL
Saturday, May 7, 2016
Grand Reopening for Jensen's Point May 30n Public Invited to Ceremony
The crowd waited in anticipation as marching bands dressed in colors of half a dozen schools marched along Route 66 in the single lane police had ... http://ift.tt/1Zs8Rr6
A pregnant woman walks into a bar: You must serve her in NYC
NEW YORK (AP) — A pregnant woman shows up at a New York City bar and wants to go in and order a drink despite health warnings against ... http://ift.tt/1rEfvzw
Finding the Mother Road of necklace inspiration
As she got going, Sancken said the theme of Route 66 and its many points of interest began to spark her imagination and it soon became evident that ... http://ift.tt/1O6Ngnq
McLean County seeks to expand Route 66 trail
McLean County Board Vice Chairman Jim Soeldner said funding for the Route 66 trial needs to be done gradually. (Photo courtesy McLean County). http://ift.tt/21IgZW6
County to apply for more Route 66 trail funds
Old Route 66 stretches about 50 miles across the county, and officials envision a Historic Route 66 Bike Trail running 370 miles from Chicago to the ... http://ift.tt/1ZqvGvn
Friday, May 6, 2016
Police log: Stolen beer
According to the police report, officers responded to a trespassing report at an apartment complex in the 2000 block of East Route 66 at about 5:50 ... http://ift.tt/1UGldfW
A pregnant woman walks into a bar: You must serve her in NYC
The drinking and pregnancy warning notice is posted behind the bar at the Route 66 Smokehouse, in New York's Financial District, Friday, May 6, ... http://ift.tt/21GjF6C
Day 5 on Route 66: Lake Overholser Bridge and the end
Five days and about 17 miles after starting near NE 50 and Lincoln, I ended my Route 66 walk Friday morning at Lake Overholser Bridge. The old ... http://ift.tt/2712YH1
Rockabilly on the Route hosts local acts
Several local acts will head for New Mexico come June for Rockabilly on the Route, a weekend-long music festival and classic car and bike show. http://ift.tt/1YdzLCP
Spiritual trip
As always, for the sake of nostalgia, I like to find sections of old Route 66 to drive on. The last time I was on Route 66, headed to California (to join ... http://ift.tt/1ZnmIPh
Thursday, May 5, 2016
Route 66 Day 4: Vanishing signs and motel murders
Today, I took on the bear that is NW 39 Street, made it to the end of Oklahoma City, said hello and goodbye to Warr Acres and also too out a pretty big ... http://ift.tt/1OghPSj
Fiestas continue traditions of East Mountains villages
Driving down Interstate 40 or Old Route 66 through Carnuel offers sights one can only see there, and a quick look south shortly before entering ... http://ift.tt/1O0MFUa
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The Show Must Go On: Kingman's Annual Fun Run got off to a soggy, chilly start
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