Dr. Howdy and his Thought & Humor blog have posted some swell neon sign photos from Albuquerque's Route 66. Check them out.
Day: February 2, 2006
St. James Winery recognized
The St. James Winery just off old Route 66 in St. James, Mo., was named one of the Hottest Small Brands of 2005 by Wine Business Monthly magazine, according to Kansas City InfoZine. St. James Winery was recognized as a small brand nationally, but continues to be the largest producer of wine in Missouri by … Continue reading St. James Winery recognized
Brighter lights in Flagstaff may earn you a ticket
The Arizona Daily Sun reports that the City of Flagstaff will more aggressively write citations to businesses and homeowners who add brighter lighting, including those along Route 66. I was wondering why the city is doing this. It's because Flagstaff, with its high elevation and its clear Southwestern skies, is a good place for observatories, … Continue reading Brighter lights in Flagstaff may earn you a ticket
Chain of Rocks Motel sign removed
Kip Welborn of Friends of the Mother Road reports that the wonderful old Chain of Rocks Motel sign (above), located off Illinois 3 and Chain of Rocks Road (old Route 66) in Granite City, Ill., has been replaced by this snoozer sign (below). No word on what has happened to the sign. More than likely, … Continue reading Chain of Rocks Motel sign removed