The Bloomington Pantagraph reports that a motel that had been closed for eight months near Interstate 55 in the Route 66 town of Atlanta, Ill., has reopened as an America's Best Value Inn. I believe the motel had been called the I-55 Motel, where I had stayed once several years ago. New owner Narish Desai … Continue reading Motel reopens in Atlanta, Ill.
Day: January 31, 2006
Lincoln Museum is a must-see
While visiting my parents in Illinois, my father strongly urged that I visit the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum, which is on Route 66 in Springfield. Because Dad isn't easily impressed, I thought I'd better get there. Dad was right. It is the best Lincoln tourist attraction out of many in that city. It … Continue reading Lincoln Museum is a must-see
I’m back
I returned tonight from seeing family in Illinois and checking out a few road attractions -- some on Route 66 and some not. I'll get some rest tonight after logging about 1,100 miles in the past three days or so. In the meantime, I thank Emily profusely for filling in on the news-reporting duties while … Continue reading I’m back