Albuquerque’s plans to replace Route 66 motel

Here’s an Albuquerque Tribune story about the bulldozing of the Gaslite Motel on Route 66. I have to admit I’ve never heard of it, and it sounds like it’s not going to be missed (a Google search found two homicides there from 1997 to 1999 alone). It sounds like the plan is a good one, … Continue reading Albuquerque’s plans to replace Route 66 motel

Emily’s marathon for Route 66 is tomorrow

This has been reported before, but serves as a friendly reminder for the big event. Emily Priddy, eastern vice president of the Oklahoma Route 66 Association, will be running in the Oklahoma Marathon in Tulsa on Saturday morning. She’s using the event to raise money for the association’s preservation fund. Emily’s been maintaining a journal … Continue reading Emily’s marathon for Route 66 is tomorrow