Draft of Illinois Route 66 bike trail developed

The Pontiac Daily Leader has a story about the proposed trail. But to view the whole map, go here for a nine-page Acrobat file. Looking over the maps, it looks like there are long stretches that hop around Route 66 and don't go on it, especially north. I'm sure it's for safety reasons it goes … Continue reading Draft of Illinois Route 66 bike trail developed

Indian crafts — fake or genuine?

Here's a good idea: The New Mexico Legislature is considering a certification stamp for arts and crafts made by American Indians in New Mexico, according to an AP story. A similar setup exists in Alaska. The stamp, it is hoped, would create a stronger market for the real stuff and devalue the fakes coming from … Continue reading Indian crafts — fake or genuine?

Pain Walker featured in Tucumcari newspaper

The Quay County Sun of Tucumcari, N.M., has a story about Dennis Kinch, the man who's walking Route 66 to raise awareness for the National Pain Foundation. There's this interesting excerpt about his recent trek from Amarillo to Tucumcari: ... Kinch said one enlightened moment happened just last week, when he realized he was at … Continue reading Pain Walker featured in Tucumcari newspaper

Route 66 featured in Trains magazine

Elrond Lawrence was kind enough to let the Route 66 yahoogroup know that the March issue of Trains magazine is featuring Route 66 as its cover story. He says the article features early Route 66 crusader Angel Delgadillo; the town of Seligman, Ariz.; the Wigwam Motel in Holbrook, Ariz.; the Jackrabbit Trading Post; Cajon Pass … Continue reading Route 66 featured in Trains magazine

Sweet incentive

As we reported here a few days ago, Shellee Graham will make a presentation at the opening of her exhibit, "Return to Route 66: Photographs from the Mother Road" from 2 to 3 p.m. Sunday in the rotunda of the Old Courthouse in St. Louis. There are other incentives to go, according to the St. … Continue reading Sweet incentive